Everlast PowerARC 210STL
#1 in StickFull review
A stick first welder with a long warranty for farm and structural repair, with lift TIG if you add a torch.
Amazon $449 Everlast $439$439
The Everlast PowerARC 210STL is the better TIG or stick welder overall, rated 3.9 to 3.1. The Everlast PowerARC 210STL leads on features. The Forney Easy Weld 160 ST-i wins on value. The Forney Easy Weld 160 ST-i costs $189.01 less ($249.99 vs $439).
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 Everlast PowerARC 210STL for features (dual voltage, lift TIG, voltage reduction device vs dual voltage, lift TIG).
- Choose the Forney Easy Weld 160 ST-i for value ($1.56 per amp ($249.99, 160 A maximum) vs $2.19 per amp ($439, 200 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 210STL | Forney Easy Weld 160 ST-i |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.9/5 | 3.1/5 |
| Value 30% | 37 $2.19 per amp ($439, 200 A maximum) | 50 $1.56 per amp ($249.99, 160 A maximum) |
| Duty cycle 20% | 38 35% at full output (200 A) | 50 duty cycle not published (neutral score used) |
| Features 25% | 100 dual voltage, lift TIG, voltage reduction device | 80 dual voltage, lift TIG |
| Warranty 25% | 100 5-year warranty on the machine | 0 warranty not published, scored as none |
Specifications
| Everlast PowerARC 210STL | Forney Easy Weld 160 ST-i | |
|---|---|---|
| Output | ||
| Processes | DC lift TIG, stick | DC lift TIG, stick |
| Maximum output | 200 A | 160 A |
| Maximum on 120 V | 120 A | - |
| Duty cycle | 35% at 200 A | - |
| Duty cycle ambient | 40 °C | - |
| Input | 120 V and 240 V | 120 V and 240 V |
| Features | ||
| Pulse | No | No |
| Foot pedal in the box | No | No |
| TIG torch in the box | No | - |
| Voltage reduction device | Yes | - |
| Weight | 25 lb | 15 lb |
| Warranty | 5 years | - |