Elgato just expanded its teleprompter lineup with the Prompter XL, a $599.99 professional-grade device that more than doubles the screen size of its popular original model. The new 15.6-inch display targets studios, podcast rooms, and corporate presentation setups where larger text visibility matters most. For content creators and businesses looking to step up their production quality, this represents the most significant upgrade to Elgato's teleprompter ecosystem since the category-defining original launched two years ago.
Elgato is betting big on the professional teleprompter market. The company's new Prompter XL, launching today for $599.99, represents a clear pivot toward studios and corporate environments that need serious presentation tools. Two years after The Verge's Tom Warren praised the original $279.99 model, this supersized version packs a 15.6-inch 1920x1080 LCD display that dwarfs the original's 9-inch 1024x600 panel. The upgrade isn't just about size - it's about targeting entirely different use cases. While the original Prompter carved out space among solo content creators and small-scale podcasters, the XL model is gunning for professional studios, corporate town halls, and podcast operations that need text visible from greater distances. The resolution bump to full HD makes scripts readable even when you're standing several feet back from the device. Camera compatibility gets a major boost too. The Prompter XL can handle DSLR and mirrorless cameras with lenses up to 22cm in length, breaking free from the short and medium lens restrictions that limited the original model's professional applications. Elgato includes a camera bracket and multiple backplates to accommodate various lens sizes, though webcam and smartphone users will still need third-party adapters. The software ecosystem remains familiar. Elgato's Camera Hub software still handles text control and automatic scrolling based on speech patterns, and you can still pair it with a Stream Deck for remote playback control. But the physical differences are dramatic - the XL weighs 7.43 pounds compared to the original's 1.52 pounds, making it a true studio fixture rather than a portable accessory. That extra weight means you'll need proper tripod mounting since it won't work with Elgato's Multi Mount system. The power requirements also stepped up, requiring 15 watts of USB-C 3.2 power delivery. Many laptops and USB hubs won't cut it, so expect to invest in a proper power solution for studio use. The pricing tells the real story here. At $599.99 in the US (€599.99 in Europe, £499.99 in the UK), the Prompter XL costs more than double the original model. That's not accident - is clearly targeting professional buyers with budgets that can absorb the premium for studio-grade features. The content creator economy has matured rapidly since the original Prompter launched. What started as bedroom YouTubers and garage podcasters has evolved into professional operations with dedicated studio spaces, corporate partnerships, and serious production budgets. The Prompter XL slots perfectly into this environment where presentation quality directly impacts revenue. Interestingly, the device can also function as a secondary monitor given its size and resolution, though the weight and mounting requirements make it impractical for typical desk setups. This dual functionality could appeal to studios looking to maximize equipment utility.
