Miller Millermatic 142
#8 in 120 VFull review
A polished 120 V MIG for hobbyists who want Auto-Set and a long duty cycle on thin steel. Buyers on a budget get similar reach for much less.
Amazon $1,213.33$1,213.33
The Miller Millermatic 142 is the better MIG welder overall, rated 3.0 to 2.8. The Miller Millermatic 142 leads on warranty and processes. The Forney Easy Weld 141 FC-i wins on value and weight. The Forney Easy Weld 141 FC-i costs $953.34 less ($259.99 vs $1,213.33).
Forney Easy Weld 141 FC-i
#10 in 120 VFull review
A cheap, light flux-core welder for occasional repairs around the farm or yard. Fine for a first welder if you never plan to weld with gas.
Amazon $259.99$259.99
Prices were last checked November 1, 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 Miller Millermatic 142 for warranty (3-year warranty on the machine vs 1-year warranty on the machine) and processes (MIG, flux-core, takes a spool gun for aluminum vs Flux-core).
- Choose the Forney Easy Weld 141 FC-i for value ($1.86 per amp ($259.99, 140 A maximum) vs $8.67 per amp ($1,213.33, 140 A maximum)) and weight (18.6 lb vs 33 lb).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every 120 V MIG welder; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Miller Millermatic 142 | Forney Easy Weld 141 FC-i |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.0/5 | 2.8/5 |
| Value 30% | 0 $8.67 per amp ($1,213.33, 140 A maximum) | 86 $1.86 per amp ($259.99, 140 A maximum) |
| Duty cycle 20% | 82 60% at 100 A, about 31% at full output | 10 30% at 90 A, about 12% at full output |
| Processes 15% | 60 MIG, flux-core, takes a spool gun for aluminum | 0 Flux-core |
| Weight 10% | 60 33 lb | 92 18.6 lb |
| Warranty 25% | 50 3-year warranty on the machine | 0 1-year warranty on the machine |
Specifications
| Miller Millermatic 142 | Forney Easy Weld 141 FC-i | |
|---|---|---|
| Output | ||
| Input voltage | 120 V | 120 V |
| Maximum output | 140 A | 140 A |
| Rated duty cycle | 60% at 100 A, 40 °C | 30% at 90 A |
| Thickest steel, one pass | 0.188 in | 0.25 in |
| Inverter | - | Yes |
| Processes and wire | ||
| Gas MIG | Yes | No |
| Stick | No | No |
| TIG | No | No |
| Spool gun ready | Yes | No |
| Wire sizes | 0.024 to 0.045 in | 0.03 to 0.035 in |
| Synergic settings | Yes | No |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 33 lb | 18.6 lb |
| Warranty | 3 years | 1 year |
| Released | 2023-09 | - |