Everlast PowerPlasma 52i
#3 in Over 45 AFull review
For a home or farm shop cutting up to 1/2 in steel on 240 V that wants a pilot arc and a long warranty. The dual voltage input lets it trim sheet metal on a household outlet too.
Amazon $799$799
The Everlast PowerPlasma 52i is the better plasma cutter overall, rated 4.2 to 3.3. The Everlast PowerPlasma 52i leads on duty cycle and cut. The VEVOR CUT-50 wins on value. The VEVOR CUT-50 costs $600.10 less ($198.90 vs $799).
VEVOR CUT-50
#19 in Over 45 AFull review
A cheap 50 A pilot arc cutter for hobbyists cutting sheet and steel up to 1/2 in now and then. Its short duty cycle and high-frequency start make it a poor fit for heavy or CNC work.
Amazon $198.90$198.90
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 PowerPlasma 52i for duty cycle (60% at full output (50 A) vs 20% at full output (50 A)) and cut (3/4 in rated cut on mild steel vs 1/2 in rated cut on mild steel).
- Choose the VEVOR CUT-50 for value ($397.80 per inch of rated cut ($198.90, 1/2 in) vs $1,065.33 per inch of rated cut ($799, 3/4 in)).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every over 45 A plasma cutter; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Everlast PowerPlasma 52i | VEVOR CUT-50 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.2/5 | 3.3/5 |
| Value 30% | 67 $1,065.33 per inch of rated cut ($799, 3/4 in) | 100 $397.80 per inch of rated cut ($198.90, 1/2 in) |
| Cut 20% | 33 3/4 in rated cut on mild steel | 0 1/2 in rated cut on mild steel |
| Duty cycle 15% | 100 60% at full output (50 A) | 0 20% at full output (50 A) |
| Pilot arc 10% | 100 pilot arc | 100 pilot arc |
| Warranty 25% | 100 5-year warranty on the machine | 50 warranty not published (neutral score used) |
Specifications
| Everlast PowerPlasma 52i | VEVOR CUT-50 | |
|---|---|---|
| Cutting | ||
| Input voltage | 120/240 V | 120/240 V |
| Maximum output | 50 A | 50 A |
| Rated cut, mild steel | 3/4 in | 1/2 in |
| Sever cut, mild steel | 15/16 in | 5/8 in |
| Rated duty cycle | 60% at 50 A, 40 °C | 20% at 50 A |
| Pilot arc | Yes | Yes |
| Arc start | Blowback | High frequency |
| Air and build | ||
| Air supply | 5 cfm, 75 psi | 95 psi |
| CNC port | Yes | No |
| Weight | 32 lb | 19.4 lb |
| Warranty | 5 years | - |