Experts recommend Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 more than Audient iD4
As of 10 Jan 2025, experts prefer Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 over Audient iD4, but both Audio Interfaces have solid expert endorsements.
As per this month's meta ranking, Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 received 4 recommendations: from hollyland.com (5 Jul 2024), Wirecutter (3 Dec 2024) Musician on a Mission (22 Jan 2020) and 1 other. By contrast, Audient iD4 received only 1 recommendation from Music Radar (24 Oct 2024).
| Rank | Change | Price | Audio Interface | hollyland.com  | bandpioneer.com  | Wirecutter  | Musician on a Mission  | Sweetwater  | Your Guitar Brain  | EDM Sauce  | Music Radar  | soundref.com  | producelikeapro.com  |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | - | Check price |  Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 The Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 audio interface is a versatile and reliable device with low latency levels, upgraded preamp design, and a new Air mode that enhances high-end detail, making it a great choice for solo artists and mobile recording. | 1 | - | 1 | 2 | - | 1 | - | - | - | - |
| 23 | N/A | Check price |  Audient iD4 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 2 | - | - |
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Endorsement summary:
- On 24 Oct 2024 Music Radar ranked Audient iD4 as #2
Rank Audio Interface Comment ... ... ... #2 out of 8 Audient iD4 The best audio interface for first timers... ... ... Source: www.musicradar.com - On 5 Jul 2024 hollyland.com ranked Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 as #1
Rank Audio Interface #1 out of 5 Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 ... ... Source: www.hollyland.com - On 3 Dec 2024 Wirecutter ranked Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 as #1
Rank Audio Interface Comment #1 out of 5 Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 Best for musicians... ... ... Source: www.nytimes.com - On 22 Jan 2020 Musician on a Mission ranked Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 as #2
Rank Audio Interface Comment ... ... ... #2 out of 12 Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 Recommended for Solo Artists and Mobile Recording... ... ... Source: www.musicianonamission.com - Your Guitar Brain ranked Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 as #1
Rank Audio Interface Comment #1 out of 7 Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 Best for: Budget Buy... ... ... Source: yourguitarbrain.com
After counting and adding up the 83 expert endorsements of the January rankings, Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 outranks Audient iD4. This is not to say that Audient iD4 is a bad option. Like Focusrite Scarlett 2i2, it is recommended by experts, but less.
As can be seen below, Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 is mentioned by key experts in Jan 2025, while Audient iD4 is not.
| Rank | Change | Price | Audio Interface | hollyland.com | bandpioneer.com | Wirecutter | Musician on a Mission | Sweetwater | Your Guitar Brain | EDM Sauce | Music Radar | soundref.com | producelikeapro.com |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | - | Check price | Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 The Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 audio interface is a versatile and reliable device with low latency levels, upgraded preamp design, and a new Air mode that enhances high-end detail, making it a great choice for solo artists and mobile recording. | 1 | - | 1 | 2 | - | 1 | - | - | - | - |
| 2 | - | $200 |  Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 4th Gen
| - | 1 | - | - | - | - | - | 1 | 1 | - |
| 3 | - | $100 |  PreSonus AudioBox USB 96 The PreSonus AudioBox USB 96 is a versatile and reliable audio interface with low latency, high-quality mic preamps, and compatibility with almost all recording software, making it an excellent choice for musicians, podcasters, and other audio professionals. | 3 | 3 | - | 1 | 15 | - | 4 | - | - | - |
| 4 | - | $199 |  UA Volt 2 The UA Volt 2 audio interface is a versatile and high-quality device with low latency, two preamps based on the classic Universal Audio 610 tube preamp, and essential audio software, making it a reliable option for recording musicians, podcasters, and streamers. | - | 2 | 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | 3 |
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Expert reviews [9]
Total expert reviews: 9
- with a score: 5
- without a score: 4
| Highest score by GuitarFella | 98 |
| Average score based on 9 reviews | 91 |
| Lowest score by thesoundarchitect.co.uk | 80 |
Score distribution:
| 80-100 | |
| 60-80 | |
| 40-60 | |
| 20-40 | |
| 0-20 |
Expert reviews [17]
Total expert reviews: 17
- with a score: 5
- without a score: 12
| Highest score by makebeats101.com | 100 |
| Average score based on 17 reviews | 88 |
| Lowest score by GuitarFella | 80 |
Score distribution:
| 80-100 | |
| 60-80 | |
| 40-60 | |
| 20-40 | |
| 0-20 |
From Seller:
- High Performance Converters
- ID ScrollControl Mode
- Zero Latency Monitoring with Monitor Mix & Pan
- High performance AD/DA converter, mic/line input via XLR/jack combo jack, headphone amplifier with independent DAC
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From Seller:
- High quality mic preamps
- Excellent digital performance
- Rugged metal unibody case
- Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 USB audio interface, truly portable interface
- Includes an authorization code for Ableton Live Lite, Scarlett Plug-in Suite (RTAS/AU/VST), Red 2 & Red 3 Plug-in Suite (AAX/AU/VST), the Softube Time and Tone Bundle, Novation Bass Station, and 1GB of Loopmasters samples
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