Forney 190 MP
#8 in Dual voltageFull review
A light dual-voltage multiprocess welder for a home shop that wants MIG, stick and some TIG in one machine. TruSet makes it easy to set up.
Amazon $1,299.99$1,299.99
The Forney 190 MP is the better MIG welder overall, rated 3.2 to 3.1. The Forney 190 MP leads on value. The Forney 190 MP costs $112.32 less ($1,299.99 vs $1,412.31).
Lincoln Weld-Pak 180i MP DV
#9 in Dual voltageFull review
A light dual voltage multiprocess welder for home shops that want 120 V portability and 230 V power in one box. Check the price against the Power MIG 215 MPi before buying.
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Prices were last checked November 3, 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 Forney 190 MP for value ($6.50 per amp ($1,299.99, 200 A maximum) vs $7.85 per amp ($1,412.31, 180 A maximum)).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every dual voltage MIG welder; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Forney 190 MP | Lincoln Weld-Pak 180i MP DV |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.2/5 | 3.1/5 |
| Value 30% | 25 $6.50 per amp ($1,299.99, 200 A maximum) | 11 $7.85 per amp ($1,412.31, 180 A maximum) |
| Duty cycle 20% | 25 25% at 190 A, about 23% at full output | 34 30% at 165 A, about 25% at full output |
| Processes 15% | 100 MIG, flux-core, stick, lift TIG, takes a spool gun for aluminum | 100 MIG, flux-core, stick, lift TIG, takes a spool gun for aluminum |
| Weight 10% | 89 31 lb | 83 34.5 lb |
| Warranty 25% | 50 3-year warranty on the machine | 50 3-year warranty on the machine |
Specifications
| Forney 190 MP | Lincoln Weld-Pak 180i MP DV | |
|---|---|---|
| Output | ||
| Input voltage | 120/240 V | 120/240 V |
| Maximum output | 200 A (120 A on 120 V) | 180 A |
| Rated duty cycle | 25% at 190 A | 30% at 165 A |
| Thickest steel, one pass | 0.375 in | - |
| Inverter | Yes | - |
| Processes and wire | ||
| Gas MIG | Yes | Yes |
| Stick | Yes | Yes |
| TIG | Lift TIG | Lift TIG |
| Spool gun ready | Yes | Yes |
| Wire sizes | 0.024 to 0.035 in | 0.025 to 0.045 in |
| Synergic settings | Yes | No |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 31 lb | 34.5 lb |
| Warranty | 3 years | 3 years |