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 3.5. The Everlast PowerARC 210STL leads on features. The YesWelder ARC-205DS PRO wins on value. The YesWelder ARC-205DS PRO costs $330.21 less ($108.79 vs $439).
A bargain stick welder for occasional repairs. Little published data to judge it by.
Amazon $108.79Prices 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 YesWelder ARC-205DS PRO for value ($0.53 per amp ($108.79, 205 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 | YesWelder ARC-205DS PRO |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.9/5 | 3.5/5 |
| Value 30% | 37 $2.19 per amp ($439, 200 A maximum) | 90 $0.53 per amp ($108.79, 205 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 | YesWelder ARC-205DS PRO | |
|---|---|---|
| Output | ||
| Processes | DC lift TIG, stick | DC lift TIG, stick |
| Maximum output | 200 A | 205 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 | 8.4 lb |
| Warranty | 5 years | - |
