Everlast Cyclone 212i
#7 in Dual voltageFull review
A dual-voltage multiprocess welder for a hobby shop that wants MIG, stick and TIG with real 240 V power. The 5 year warranty beats most rivals at this price.
Everlast $999.99$999.99
The Everlast Cyclone 212i is the better MIG welder overall, rated 3.6 to 2.6. The Everlast Cyclone 212i leads on value and warranty. The Everlast Cyclone 212i costs $3,500 less ($999.99 vs $4,499.99).
Miller Multimatic 220 AC/DC
#16 in Dual voltageFull review
An all in one machine for fabricators and car builders who need aluminum TIG as well as MIG and stick. Buyers who never TIG aluminum pay a lot for that feature.
Amazon $4,499.99$4,499.99
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 212i for value ($4.35 per amp ($999.99, 230 A maximum) vs $19.57 per amp ($4,499.99, 230 A maximum)) and 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 dual voltage MIG welder; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Everlast Cyclone 212i | Miller Multimatic 220 AC/DC |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.6/5 | 2.6/5 |
| Value 30% | 57 $4.35 per amp ($999.99, 230 A maximum) | 0 $19.57 per amp ($4,499.99, 230 A maximum) |
| Duty cycle 20% | 0 15% at full output (230 A) | 0 20% at 200 A, about 15% at full output |
| Processes 15% | 100 MIG, flux-core, stick, lift TIG, takes a spool gun for aluminum | 100 MIG, flux-core, stick, TIG, takes a spool gun for aluminum |
| Weight 10% | 38 59 lb | 44 56 lb |
| Warranty 25% | 100 5-year warranty on the machine | 50 3-year warranty on the machine |
Specifications
| Everlast Cyclone 212i | Miller Multimatic 220 AC/DC | |
|---|---|---|
| Output | ||
| Input voltage | 120/240 V | 120/240 V |
| Maximum output | 230 A (125 A on 120 V) | 230 A (125 A on 120 V) |
| Rated duty cycle | 15% at 230 A, 40 °C | 20% at 200 A, 40 °C |
| Thickest steel, one pass | 0.375 in | 0.375 in |
| Inverter | Yes | Yes |
| Processes and wire | ||
| Gas MIG | Yes | Yes |
| Stick | Yes | Yes |
| TIG | Lift TIG | HF TIG |
| 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 | 59 lb | 56 lb |
| Warranty | 5 years | 3 years |
| Released | - | 2018-11 |