Everlast PowerARC 161STH
#4 in DC TIGFull review
A compact DC TIG and stick welder for light fabrication and repairs, with a long warranty.
Amazon $469$469
The Everlast PowerARC 161STH rates 3.7 among DC TIG TIG or stick welders; the Forney Easy Weld 160 ST-i rates 3.1 among stick ones. The Forney Easy Weld 160 ST-i costs $219.01 less ($249.99 vs $469).
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.
Scores side by side
These two sit in different process classes (DC TIG and stick), and each is scored against the reference points for its own class, so a rating says how well each does among its own process peers. How we rank explains each factor.
| Factor weight | Everlast PowerARC 161STH | Forney Easy Weld 160 ST-i |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.7/5 | 3.1/5 |
| Value 30% | 40 $2.93 per amp ($469, 160 A maximum) | 50 $1.56 per amp ($249.99, 160 A maximum) |
| Duty cycle 20% | 38 35% at full output (160 A) | 50 duty cycle not published (neutral score used) |
| Features 25% | 75 high-frequency start, pulse, dual voltage | 80 dual voltage, lift TIG |
| Warranty 25% | 100 5-year warranty on the machine | 0 warranty not published, scored as none |
Specifications
| Everlast PowerARC 161STH | Forney Easy Weld 160 ST-i | |
|---|---|---|
| Output | ||
| Processes | DC TIG, stick | DC lift TIG, stick |
| Maximum output | 160 A | 160 A |
| Maximum on 120 V | 90 A | - |
| Duty cycle | 35% at 160 A | - |
| Duty cycle ambient | 40 °C | - |
| Input | 120 V and 240 V | 120 V and 240 V |
| Features | ||
| Pulse | Yes | No |
| Foot pedal in the box | No | No |
| TIG torch in the box | Yes | - |
| Voltage reduction device | Yes | - |
| Weight | 17 lb | 15 lb |
| Warranty | 5 years | - |