Everlast PowerARC 140STi
#3 in StickFull review
A small, cheap stick and lift TIG welder for light repairs and learning TIG on steel.
Everlast $349$349
The Everlast PowerARC 140STi is the better TIG or stick welder overall, rated 3.7 to 3.1. The Forney Easy Weld 160 ST-i wins on value. The Forney Easy Weld 160 ST-i costs $99.01 less ($249.99 vs $349).
Forney Easy Weld 160 ST-i
#6 in StickFull review
A simple stick welder for occasional home and farm repairs. Little published data to compare it on.
Amazon $249.99$249.99
Prices were last checked November 2, 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 Forney Easy Weld 160 ST-i for value ($1.56 per amp ($249.99, 160 A maximum) vs $2.49 per amp ($349, 140 A maximum)).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every stick TIG or stick welder; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Everlast PowerARC 140STi | Forney Easy Weld 160 ST-i |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.7/5 | 3.1/5 |
| Value 30% | 32 $2.49 per amp ($349, 140 A maximum) | 50 $1.56 per amp ($249.99, 160 A maximum) |
| Duty cycle 20% | 38 35% at full output (140 A) | 50 duty cycle not published (neutral score used) |
| Features 25% | 80 dual voltage, lift TIG | 80 dual voltage, lift TIG |
| Warranty 25% | 100 5-year warranty on the machine | 0 warranty not published, scored as none |
Specifications
| Everlast PowerARC 140STi | Forney Easy Weld 160 ST-i | |
|---|---|---|
| Output | ||
| Processes | DC lift TIG, stick | DC lift TIG, stick |
| Maximum output | 140 A | 160 A |
| Maximum on 120 V | 80 A | - |
| Duty cycle | 35% at 140 A | - |
| Duty cycle ambient | 40 °C | - |
| Input | 120 V and 240 V | 120 V and 240 V |
| Features | ||
| Pulse | - | No |
| Foot pedal in the box | No | No |
| TIG torch in the box | Yes | - |
| Weight | 10 lb | 15 lb |
| Warranty | 5 years | - |