Elgato Hardware and software

The Elgato capture cards and chat link devices seem like good options because they're everywhere with good reviews, but they're not. The capture card does work but the limitations don't make sense like why even make a 1080p limited model that is that expensive?Also, the supposed AUX input isn't even really an AUX input, you need to purchase the chat link adapter for console gaming to use game audio and chat, but their chat link pro cable is such poor quality that 2 broke with me each with only a couple weeks of use. Something from a company like RODE will cost more up front but trust me it's worth it.