Experts recommend Audient iD44 more than Motu M4
As of 10 Jan 2025, experts prefer Audient iD44 over Motu M4, but both Audio Interfaces have solid expert endorsements.
As per this month's meta ranking, Audient iD44 received 1 recommendation: from Musician on a Mission (22 Jan 2020). Motu M4 was also endorsed 1 times: by Sweetwater (14 Mar 2022). However, experts generally ranked Motu M4 lower than Audient iD44 in their articles, which caused it to rank lower in ReviewFinder ranking.
| 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  |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 52 | N/A | $700 |  Audient iD44 The Audient iD44 audio interface is a versatile and powerful device with 20 input and 24 output channels, low latency levels, and high-quality preamps, making it ideal for professional recording studios, home studios, and musicians who demand high-quality sound during their recordings. | - | - | - | 11 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 57 | N/A | $265 |  Motu M4 The Motu M4 audio interface is a versatile and reliable 4x4 USB-C interface suitable for a wide range of recording and playback needs, with low latency levels, clean and transparent preamps, and strong compatibility with various operating systems and major DAWs, making it an excellent choice for musicians, podcasters, and content creators who require a reliable and affordable audio interface with advanced features. | - | - | - | - | 19 | - | - | - | - | - |
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Endorsement summary:
- On 22 Jan 2020 Musician on a Mission ranked Audient iD44 as #11
Rank Audio Interface Comment ... ... ... #11 out of 12 Audient iD44 Recommended for Full Bands and Project Studio... ... ... Source: www.musicianonamission.com - On 14 Mar 2022 Sweetwater ranked Motu M4 as #19
Rank Audio Interface ... ... #19 out of 19 Motu M4 Source: www.sweetwater.com
After counting and adding up the 83 expert endorsements of the January rankings, Audient iD44 outranks Motu M4. This is not to say that Motu M4 is a bad option. Like Audient iD44, it is recommended by experts, but less.
As can be seen below, in Jan 2025 neither Audient iD44 nor Motu M4 were recommended by key experts who publish Audio Recording Interfaces recommendations.
| 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 [10]
Total expert reviews: 10
- with a score: 4
- without a score: 6
| Highest score by gearspace.com | 100 |
| Average score based on 10 reviews | 93 |
| Lowest score by musictech.com | 90 |
Score distribution:
| 80-100 | |
| 60-80 | |
| 40-60 | |
| 20-40 | |
| 0-20 |
Expert reviews [5]
Total expert reviews: 5
- with a score: 2
- without a score: 3
| Highest score by gemtracks.com | 100 |
| Average score based on 5 reviews | 100 |
| Lowest score by HomeTheater Review | 100 |
Score distribution:
| 80-100 | |
| 60-80 | |
| 40-60 | |
| 20-40 | |
| 0-20 |
From Seller:
- 4 x Audient Console Mic Preamps
- Class Leading Converters
- 2 x JFET Instrument Inputs
- Independent Headphone + Stereo Outputs
- Fully Balanced Inserts
- 2 x Digital Inputs + Outputs
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From Seller:
- Speed: The M4 provides best-in-class speed for monitoring live inputs (mic, guitar or keyboard) through your computer, thanks to MOTU's expertly engineered USB drivers, which deliver class-leading, ultra-low 2.5 ms Round Trip Latency (at 96 kHz with a 32 sample buffer)
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