Lotos TIG200ACDC
#6 in AC/DC TIGFull review
A cheap, complete starter kit for someone learning aluminum TIG. Expect to work in short runs.
Amazon $388.80$388.80
The Lotos TIG200ACDC is the better TIG or stick welder overall, rated 4.0 to 3.9. The Lotos TIG200ACDC leads on value. The ArcCaptain TIG200P AC/DC wins on warranty. The Lotos TIG200ACDC costs $261.19 less ($388.80 vs $649.99).
ArcCaptain TIG200P AC/DC
#8 in AC/DC TIGFull review
A well equipped AC/DC TIG for a home shop that wants aluminum on a budget and a long warranty. Buy it from the maker store, where it costs far less.
Amazon $899.99 ArcCaptain $649.99$649.99
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 Lotos TIG200ACDC for value ($1.94 per amp ($388.80, 200 A maximum) vs $3.25 per amp ($649.99, 200 A maximum)).
- Choose the ArcCaptain TIG200P AC/DC for warranty (5-year warranty on the machine vs 3-year warranty on the machine).
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 | Lotos TIG200ACDC | ArcCaptain TIG200P AC/DC |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.0/5 | 3.9/5 |
| Value 30% | 100 $1.94 per amp ($388.80, 200 A maximum) | 70 $3.25 per amp ($649.99, 200 A maximum) |
| Duty cycle 20% | 50 duty cycle not published (neutral score used) | 12 25% at full output (200 A) |
| Features 25% | 75 high-frequency start, foot pedal in the box, dual voltage | 75 high-frequency start, pulse, dual voltage |
| Warranty 25% | 50 3-year warranty on the machine | 100 5-year warranty on the machine |
Specifications
| Lotos TIG200ACDC | ArcCaptain TIG200P AC/DC | |
|---|---|---|
| Output | ||
| Processes | AC/DC TIG, stick | AC/DC TIG, stick |
| Maximum output | 200 A | 200 A |
| Maximum on 120 V | - | 120 A |
| Duty cycle | - | 25% at 200 A |
| Input | 120 V and 240 V | 120 V and 240 V |
| Features | ||
| Pulse | - | Yes |
| Foot pedal in the box | Yes | No |
| TIG torch in the box | Yes | Yes |
| Voltage reduction device | - | Yes |
| Weight | - | 26.5 lb |
| Warranty | 3 years | 5 years |
| Released | 2017-11-25 | - |