Everlast Cyclone 140E
#2 in 120 VFull review
A 120 V MIG for car and sheet metal work that holds full power longer than most. The 5 year warranty is hard to beat at this price.
Amazon $379$379
The Everlast Cyclone 140E is the better MIG welder overall, rated 4.0 to 3.0. The Everlast Cyclone 140E leads on value and weight. The Everlast Cyclone 140E costs $340 less ($379 vs $719).
Hobart Handler 140EZ
#9 in 120 VFull review
A simple 120 V MIG for home garage repairs on thin steel. EZ Mode makes it one of the easiest machines to set up for a first welder.
Cyberweld $719 Tractor Supply $779.99$719
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 Everlast Cyclone 140E for value ($2.71 per amp ($379, 140 A maximum) vs $5.14 per amp ($719, 140 A maximum)) and weight (26.5 lb vs 53 lb).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every 120 V MIG welder; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Everlast Cyclone 140E | Hobart Handler 140EZ |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.0/5 | 3.0/5 |
| Value 30% | 62 $2.71 per amp ($379, 140 A maximum) | 20 $5.14 per amp ($719, 140 A maximum) |
| Duty cycle 20% | 60 25% at full output (140 A) | 10 30% at 90 A, about 12% at full output |
| Processes 15% | 60 MIG, flux-core, takes a spool gun for aluminum | 60 MIG, flux-core, takes a spool gun for aluminum |
| Weight 10% | 74 26.5 lb | 16 53 lb |
| Warranty 25% | 100 5-year warranty on the machine | 100 5-year warranty on the machine |
Specifications
| Everlast Cyclone 140E | Hobart Handler 140EZ | |
|---|---|---|
| Output | ||
| Input voltage | 120 V | 120 V |
| Maximum output | 140 A | 140 A |
| Rated duty cycle | 25% at 140 A, 40 °C | 30% at 90 A, 40 °C |
| Thickest steel, one pass | 0.188 in | 0.188 in |
| Inverter | Yes | - |
| Processes and wire | ||
| Gas MIG | Yes | Yes |
| Stick | No | No |
| TIG | No | No |
| Spool gun ready | Yes | Yes |
| Wire sizes | 0.023 to 0.045 in | 0.024 to 0.035 in |
| Largest spool | 12 lb | - |
| Synergic settings | Yes | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 26.5 lb | 53 lb |
| Warranty | 5 years | 5 years |