Everlast PowerTIG 200DV
#1 in AC/DC TIGFull review
A durable, fully equipped AC/DC TIG for a serious home or small shop welder who values duty cycle and warranty over price.
Amazon $1,079$1,079
The Everlast PowerTIG 200DV is the better TIG or stick welder overall, rated 4.4 to 3.8. The Everlast PowerTIG 200DV leads on duty cycle and warranty. The AHP AlphaTIG 225Xi wins on value. The AHP AlphaTIG 225Xi costs $384 less ($695 vs $1,079).
AHP AlphaTIG 225Xi
#9 in AC/DC TIGFull review
A step up in power from the 203Xi for welders who work thicker aluminum. Best for a fixed garage bench.
Amazon $715 AHP $695$695
Prices 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.
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Everlast PowerTIG 200DV for duty cycle (60% at full output (200 A) vs 35% at full output (225 A)) and warranty (5-year warranty on the machine vs 3-year warranty on the machine).
- Choose the AHP AlphaTIG 225Xi for value ($3.09 per amp ($695, 225 A maximum) vs $5.39 per amp ($1,079, 200 A maximum)).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every AC/DC TIG TIG or stick welder; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Everlast PowerTIG 200DV | AHP AlphaTIG 225Xi |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.4/5 | 3.8/5 |
| Value 30% | 38 $5.39 per amp ($1,079, 200 A maximum) | 73 $3.09 per amp ($695, 225 A maximum) |
| Duty cycle 20% | 100 60% at full output (200 A) | 38 35% at full output (225 A) |
| Features 25% | 100 high-frequency start, pulse, foot pedal in the box, dual voltage | 100 high-frequency start, pulse, foot pedal in the box, dual voltage |
| Warranty 25% | 100 5-year warranty on the machine | 50 3-year warranty on the machine |
Specifications
| Everlast PowerTIG 200DV | AHP AlphaTIG 225Xi | |
|---|---|---|
| Output | ||
| Processes | AC/DC TIG, stick | AC/DC TIG, stick |
| Maximum output | 200 A | 225 A |
| Maximum on 120 V | 125 A | 150 A |
| Duty cycle | 60% at 200 A | 35% at 225 A |
| Duty cycle ambient | 40 °C | - |
| Input | 120 V and 240 V | 120 V and 240 V |
| Features | ||
| Pulse | Yes | Yes |
| Foot pedal in the box | Yes | Yes |
| TIG torch in the box | Yes | Yes |
| Weight | 56 lb | 50 lb |
| Warranty | 5 years | 3 years |