ESAB Rebel EMP 235ic vs Everlast Cyclone 212i

Last updated: November 1, 2026

The Everlast Cyclone 212i is the better MIG welder overall, rated 3.6 to 3.0. The Everlast Cyclone 212i leads on value and warranty. The Everlast Cyclone 212i costs $2,410.01 less ($999.99 vs $3,410).

ESAB Rebel EMP 235ic vs Everlast Cyclone 212i

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?

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 weightEverlast Cyclone 212iESAB Rebel EMP 235ic
Overall rating3.6/53.0/5
Value 30%57 $4.35 per amp ($999.99, 230 A maximum)0 $13.64 per amp ($3,410, 250 A maximum)
Duty cycle 20%0 15% at full output (230 A)68 40% at 235 A, about 35% at full output
Processes 15%100 MIG, flux-core, stick, lift TIG, takes a spool gun for aluminum100 MIG, flux-core, stick, lift TIG, takes a spool gun for aluminum
Weight 10%38 59 lb31 63 lb
Warranty 25%100 5-year warranty on the machine50 3-year warranty on the machine

Specifications

Everlast Cyclone 212iESAB Rebel EMP 235ic
Output
Input voltage120/240 V120/240 V
Maximum output230 A (125 A on 120 V)250 A (150 A on 120 V)
Rated duty cycle15% at 230 A, 40 °C40% at 235 A, 40 °C
Thickest steel, one pass0.375 in0.5 in
InverterYes-
Processes and wire
Gas MIGYesYes
StickYesYes
TIGLift TIGLift TIG
Spool gun readyYesYes
Wire sizes0.023 to 0.045 in0.023 to 0.052 in
Largest spool12 lb-
Synergic settingsYesYes
Build
Weight59 lb63 lb
Warranty5 years3 years
Released-2017

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