if you're using protools you should definitely go for m powered. / maudio
if you're using mac + logic, then the rest is up to you
if you are getting firepod but now shocked at the never-seen-before bad reviews about it, but hey didn't you have 0 problems with it when you used it at the studio? I sold the firepod was cos of the weight and double insurance. but it performed well for me when I had it
the echo audio google is self explanatory why it's got good reviews.