ESAB Rebel EMP 235ic
#9 in Dual voltageFull review
A heavy duty dual voltage welder for farm and fab shops that weld thick steel for long stretches. Lighter users can save with the Rebel 215ic.
Cyberweld $3,410$3,410
The ESAB Rebel EMP 235ic is the better MIG welder overall, rated 3.0 to 2.8. The ESAB Rebel EMP 215ic wins on weight. The ESAB Rebel EMP 215ic costs $819.53 less ($2,590.47 vs $3,410).
ESAB Rebel EMP 215ic
#14 in Dual voltageFull review
A rugged dual voltage multiprocess welder for home and farm shops that want simple sMIG setup and big spool capacity. It suits buyers who value a known brand over the lowest price.
Amazon $2,590.47$2,590.47
Prices were last checked November 1, 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 ESAB Rebel EMP 215ic for weight (40 lb vs 63 lb).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every dual voltage MIG welder; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | ESAB Rebel EMP 235ic | ESAB Rebel EMP 215ic |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.0/5 | 2.8/5 |
| Value 30% | 0 $13.64 per amp ($3,410, 250 A maximum) | 0 $10.79 per amp ($2,590.47, 240 A maximum) |
| Duty cycle 20% | 68 40% at 235 A, about 35% at full output | 11 25% at 205 A, about 18% at full output |
| Processes 15% | 100 MIG, flux-core, stick, lift TIG, takes a spool gun for aluminum | 100 MIG, flux-core, stick, lift TIG, takes a spool gun for aluminum |
| Weight 10% | 31 63 lb | 73 40 lb |
| Warranty 25% | 50 3-year warranty on the machine | 50 3-year warranty on the machine |
Specifications
| ESAB Rebel EMP 235ic | ESAB Rebel EMP 215ic | |
|---|---|---|
| Output | ||
| Input voltage | 120/240 V | 120/240 V |
| Maximum output | 250 A (150 A on 120 V) | 240 A (150 A on 120 V) |
| Rated duty cycle | 40% at 235 A, 40 °C | 25% at 205 A |
| Thickest steel, one pass | 0.5 in | 0.375 in |
| Processes and wire | ||
| Gas MIG | Yes | Yes |
| Stick | Yes | Yes |
| TIG | Lift TIG | Lift TIG |
| Spool gun ready | Yes | Yes |
| Wire sizes | 0.023 to 0.052 in | 0.023 to 0.045 in |
| Synergic settings | Yes | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 63 lb | 40 lb |
| Warranty | 3 years | 3 years |
| Released | 2017 | 2017 |