ArcCaptain ARC200
#2 in StickFull review
A cheap, light stick welder for farm and home repairs, with lift TIG as an add on. Buy from the maker store, where it costs less.
Amazon $139.99 ArcCaptain $109.99$109.99
The ArcCaptain ARC200 is the better TIG or stick welder overall, rated 3.9 to 2.8. The ArcCaptain ARC200 leads on value and features. The Miller Thunderbolt 210 MV wins on warranty. The ArcCaptain ARC200 costs $879.01 less ($109.99 vs $989).
Miller Thunderbolt 210 MV
#7 in StickFull review
A premium stick welder for tradespeople who want Miller reliability in a 13 lb package. Hobbyists get far more for the money elsewhere.
Amazon $989$989
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 ArcCaptain ARC200 for value ($0.55 per amp ($109.99, 200 A maximum) vs $4.71 per amp ($989, 210 A maximum)) and features (dual voltage, lift TIG, voltage reduction device vs dual voltage, lift TIG).
- Choose the Miller Thunderbolt 210 MV for warranty (3-year warranty on the machine vs 2-year warranty on the machine).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every stick TIG or stick welder; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | ArcCaptain ARC200 | Miller Thunderbolt 210 MV |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.9/5 | 2.8/5 |
| Value 30% | 88 $0.55 per amp ($109.99, 200 A maximum) | 9 $4.71 per amp ($989, 210 A maximum) |
| Duty cycle 20% | 50 duty cycle not published (neutral score used) | 12 60% at 135 A, about 25% at full output |
| Features 25% | 100 dual voltage, lift TIG, voltage reduction device | 80 dual voltage, lift TIG |
| Warranty 25% | 25 2-year warranty on the machine | 50 3-year warranty on the machine |
Specifications
| ArcCaptain ARC200 | Miller Thunderbolt 210 MV | |
|---|---|---|
| Output | ||
| Processes | DC lift TIG, stick | DC lift TIG, stick |
| Maximum output | 200 A | 210 A |
| Maximum on 120 V | 200 A | 110 A |
| Duty cycle | - | 60% at 135 A |
| Input | 120 V and 240 V | 120 V and 240 V |
| Features | ||
| Pulse | No | No |
| Foot pedal in the box | No | No |
| TIG torch in the box | No | No |
| Voltage reduction device | Yes | - |
| Weight | 7.9 lb | 13 lb |
| Warranty | 2 years | 3 years |