In my view, if you'd like to buy only one interface in your lifetime (maybe a stretch but that's almost true) aim for an RME.
They use a field programmable chip that allow them to reconfigure the whole firmware of any interface they ever produced (with the exception of the very early ones that don't feature hammerfall).
So do yourself a favor and aim for RME. Any of them. If you can save for their latest models all the better (recent converter/clock technology).
Can be expensive at first but if your serious about recording and prioritize stability you'll never look back and will keep it for at least 10 years. You'll even forget it's there ;)