YesWelder MIG-250PRO
#2 in Dual voltageFull review
For home fabricators who want a lot of output and pulsed aluminum MIG without paying for a big brand. Expect a shorter warranty and thinner support than the established names.
Amazon $559.99$559.99
The YesWelder MIG-250PRO is the better MIG welder overall, rated 4.3 to 3.0. The YesWelder MIG-250PRO leads on value and weight. The ESAB Rebel EMP 235ic wins on warranty. The YesWelder MIG-250PRO costs $2,850.01 less ($559.99 vs $3,410).
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
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 YesWelder MIG-250PRO for value ($2.24 per amp ($559.99, 250 A maximum) vs $13.64 per amp ($3,410, 250 A maximum)) and weight (24.9 lb vs 63 lb).
- Choose the ESAB Rebel EMP 235ic 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 dual voltage MIG welder; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | YesWelder MIG-250PRO | ESAB Rebel EMP 235ic |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.3/5 | 3.0/5 |
| Value 30% | 100 $2.24 per amp ($559.99, 250 A maximum) | 0 $13.64 per amp ($3,410, 250 A maximum) |
| Duty cycle 20% | 100 60% at full output (250 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 aluminum | 100 MIG, flux-core, stick, lift TIG, takes a spool gun for aluminum |
| Weight 10% | 100 24.9 lb | 31 63 lb |
| Warranty 25% | 25 2-year warranty on the machine | 50 3-year warranty on the machine |
Specifications
| YesWelder MIG-250PRO | ESAB Rebel EMP 235ic | |
|---|---|---|
| Output | ||
| Input voltage | 120/240 V | 120/240 V |
| Maximum output | 250 A (175 A on 120 V) | 250 A (150 A on 120 V) |
| Rated duty cycle | 60% at 250 A | 40% at 235 A, 40 °C |
| Thickest steel, one pass | 0.5 in | 0.5 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 0.045 in | 0.023 to 0.052 in |
| Synergic settings | Yes | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 24.9 lb | 63 lb |
| Warranty | 2 years | 3 years |
| Released | - | 2017 |