Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 vs Focusrite Scarlett 4i4
Winner Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 has the higher overall owner score (4.1) in our data.
| Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 | Focusrite Scarlett 4i4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Photo |  |  |
| Overall | 4.1 | 3.5 |
| Owner sentiment | 4.4 | 4.0 |
| Recommendations | 5.0 | 2.3 |
| Value | 3.0 | 3.2 |
| Owner comments | 15 | 6 |
| Price snapshot | $339.99 (price as of 2026-11-07) | $309.99 (price as of 2026-11-07) |
Specs (shared fields)
| Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 | Focusrite Scarlett 4i4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Compatible Devices | Microphone, Instrument, Personal Computer, Tablet, Headphones, Smartphone, Studio Monitors | Microphone, Instrument, Personal Computer, Headphones, Studio Monitors |
| Supported Software | All audio recording software | All audio recording software |
| Connectivity Technology | USB | USB |
| Number of Channels | 2 | 4 |
| Frequency Response | 20 KHz | 20 KHz |
| Operating System | Mac OS, Windows OS, iOS | Mac OS, Windows OS, iOS |
| Audio Input | 2 | 4 |
| Maximum Sample Rate | 192 KHz | 192 KHz |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 4.6"D x 7.1"W x 1.87"H | 5.08"D x 7.09"W x 2.32"H |
| Item Weight | 3.5 pounds | 2.2 pounds |
| Brand Name | Focusrite | Focusrite |
| Number of Items | 1 | 1 |
Where owner praise diverges
Owners praise the Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 more for preamps, and the Focusrite Scarlett 4i4 more for loopback streaming.
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