A stick first welder with a long warranty for farm and structural repair, with lift TIG if you add a torch.
Amazon $449 Everlast $439The Everlast PowerARC 210STL is the better TIG or stick welder overall, rated 3.9 to 2.8. The Everlast PowerARC 210STL leads on warranty, value and features. The Everlast PowerARC 210STL costs $550 less ($439 vs $989).
A premium stick welder for tradespeople who want Miller reliability in a 13 lb package. Hobbyists get far more for the money elsewhere.
Amazon $989Prices 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 warranty (5-year warranty on the machine vs 3-year warranty on the machine), value ($2.19 per amp ($439, 200 A maximum) vs $4.71 per amp ($989, 210 A maximum)) and features (dual voltage, lift TIG, voltage reduction device vs dual voltage, lift TIG).
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 | Miller Thunderbolt 210 MV |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.9/5 | 2.8/5 |
| Value 30% | 37 $2.19 per amp ($439, 200 A maximum) | 9 $4.71 per amp ($989, 210 A maximum) |
| Duty cycle 20% | 38 35% at full output (200 A) | 12 60% at 135 A, about 25% at full output |
| Features 25% | 100 dual voltage, lift TIG, voltage reduction device | 80 dual voltage, lift TIG |
| Warranty 25% | 100 5-year warranty on the machine | 50 3-year warranty on the machine |
Specifications
| Everlast PowerARC 210STL | Miller Thunderbolt 210 MV | |
|---|---|---|
| Output | ||
| Processes | DC lift TIG, stick | DC lift TIG, stick |
| Maximum output | 200 A | 210 A |
| Maximum on 120 V | 120 A | 110 A |
| Duty cycle | 35% at 200 A | 60% at 135 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 | No |
| Voltage reduction device | Yes | - |
| Weight | 25 lb | 13 lb |
| Warranty | 5 years | 3 years |
