Hakko FX-888DX
A precise, proven bench station for hobby and repair work at a fair price. Pick a cartridge station instead if you solder heavy joints often.
Amazon $124.35$124.35
The Hakko FX-888DX is the better soldering station overall, rated 3.2 to 2.7. The Hakko FX-888DX leads on stability and top temperature. The Hakko FX-888DX costs $14.65 less ($124.35 vs $139).
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Weller WE1010NA
A dependable 70 W Weller station for schools, makerspaces and hobby benches that want simple controls and a password lock.
Amazon $139$139
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Hakko FX-888DX for stability (±1 °C at idle vs ±6 °C at idle) and top temperature (up to 480 °C vs up to 450 °C).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every soldering stations soldering station; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Hakko FX-888DX | Weller WE1010NA |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.2/5 | 2.7/5 |
| Value 25% | 42 $1.91 per watt ($124.35, 65 W) | 40 $1.99 per watt ($139, 70 W) |
| Power 25% | 30 65 W iron | 35 70 W iron |
| Top temperature 10% | 80 up to 480 °C | 50 up to 450 °C |
| Stability 10% | 100 ±1 °C at idle | 0 ±6 °C at idle |
| Features 20% | 55 preset temperatures, ESD safe, settings lock, calibration | 50 auto sleep or standby, ESD safe, settings lock |
| Warranty 10% | 25 1-year warranty | 0 warranty not published, scored as none |
Specifications
| Hakko FX-888DX | Weller WE1010NA | |
|---|---|---|
| Soldering iron | ||
| Iron power | 65 W | 70 W |
| Station power | 100 W | 85 W |
| Temperature range | 50-480 °C (122-896 °F) | 100-450 °C (212-842 °F) |
| Idle stability | ±1 °C | ±6 °C |
| Heat-up time (not scored) | - | 28 s (50 to 350 °C) |
| Tip system | Hakko T18 | Weller ET |
| Tips included | Yes | Yes |
| Features | ||
| Display | LED | LCD |
| Ports | 1 | 1 |
| ESD safe | Yes | Yes |
| Auto sleep or standby | No | Yes |
| Preset temperatures | 5 | - |
| Calibration | Yes | - |
| Settings lock | Yes | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 2.6 lb | 3.1 lb |
| Warranty | 1 year | - |