3 Hypertherm plasma cutters ranked. Each one is scored and ranked against every brand in its size, so "#3 mid-size" means third of all mid-size plasma cutters here, not third among Hypertherm's own.
Hypertherm makes 3 current plasma cutters: 2 up to 45 A and 1 over 45 A. Prices run from $1,384 for the Hypertherm Powermax 33 XP to $4,175 for the Hypertherm Powermax 65 SYNC. Its best-rated model in each size: the Hypertherm Powermax 45 SYNC (#2 of 12 up to 45 A, rated 3.8) and the Hypertherm Powermax 65 SYNC (#16 of 21 over 45 A, rated 3.5).
A professional 45 A cutter for fabrication shops and farms with a 240 V circuit that cut 5/8 in steel regularly. Pick it for long consumable life and easy setup, not low price.
Amazon $2,940 Welder Supply $2,785Prices were last checked November 2, 2026 and are subject to change; the price and availability shown by the retailer at the time of purchase apply.
A professional 45 A cutter for fabrication shops and farms with a 240 V circuit that cut 5/8 in steel regularly. Pick it for long consumable life and easy setup, not low price.
Amazon $2,940 Welder Supply $2,785A compact, dual voltage cutter for home shops and repair work that cut up to 1/2 in steel. It costs more than import brands but brings Hypertherm consumable life and a six year warranty.
Amazon $1,595 Welder Supply $1,384An industrial 65 A cutter for farms, trailer builders and shops that cut 3/4 in plate often. It is more machine than most home shops need.
Amazon $4,175
