Forney Easy Weld 160 ST-i vs Hobart Stickmate 160

Last updated: November 2, 2026

The Forney Easy Weld 160 ST-i is the better TIG or stick welder overall, rated 3.1 to 2.6. The Forney Easy Weld 160 ST-i leads on value and features. The Forney Easy Weld 160 ST-i costs $330.41 less ($249.99 vs $580.40).

Forney Easy Weld 160 ST-i vs Hobart Stickmate 160

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?

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 weightForney Easy Weld 160 ST-iHobart Stickmate 160
Overall rating3.1/52.6/5
Value 30%50 $1.56 per amp ($249.99, 160 A maximum)19 $3.63 per amp ($580.40, 160 A maximum)
Duty cycle 20%50 duty cycle not published (neutral score used)0 15% at full output (160 A)
Features 25%80 dual voltage, lift TIG50 dual voltage
Warranty 25%0 warranty not published, scored as none50 3-year warranty on the machine

Specifications

Forney Easy Weld 160 ST-iHobart Stickmate 160
Output
ProcessesDC lift TIG, stickstick
Maximum output160 A160 A
Maximum on 120 V-80 A
Duty cycle-15% at 160 A
Input120 V and 240 V120 V and 240 V
Features
PulseNoNo
Foot pedal in the boxNoNo
TIG torch in the box-No
Weight15 lb10.6 lb
Warranty-3 years

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