Everlast PowerARC 161STH vs YesWelder TIG-205P

Last updated: November 2, 2026

The YesWelder TIG-205P is the better TIG or stick welder overall, rated 4.1 to 3.7. The YesWelder TIG-205P leads on value and duty cycle. The Everlast PowerARC 161STH wins on warranty. The YesWelder TIG-205P costs $249.01 less ($219.99 vs $469).

Everlast PowerARC 161STH vs YesWelder TIG-205P

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?

Scores side by side

Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every DC TIG TIG or stick welder; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.

Factor weightYesWelder TIG-205PEverlast PowerARC 161STH
Overall rating4.1/53.7/5
Value 30%95 $1.10 per amp ($219.99, 200 A maximum)40 $2.93 per amp ($469, 160 A maximum)
Duty cycle 20%100 60% at full output (200 A)38 35% at full output (160 A)
Features 25%75 high-frequency start, pulse, dual voltage75 high-frequency start, pulse, dual voltage
Warranty 25%25 2-year warranty on the machine100 5-year warranty on the machine

Specifications

YesWelder TIG-205PEverlast PowerARC 161STH
Output
ProcessesDC TIG, stickDC TIG, stick
Maximum output200 A160 A
Maximum on 120 V160 A90 A
Duty cycle60% at 200 A35% at 160 A
Duty cycle ambient-40 °C
Input120 V and 240 V120 V and 240 V
Features
PulseYesYes
Foot pedal in the boxNoNo
TIG torch in the boxYesYes
Voltage reduction device-Yes
Weight10.7 lb17 lb
Warranty2 years5 years

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