A cheap, light flux core welder for beginners doing repairs on a 120 V outlet. It adds stick and lift TIG for little money, but it cannot run gas MIG.
Amazon $109.99The YesWelder FLUX-135PRO is the better MIG welder overall, rated 4.0 to 3.1. The YesWelder FLUX-135PRO leads on warranty and processes. The YesWelder FLUX-135PRO costs $40 less ($109.99 vs $149.99).
A basic store shelf flux core welder for occasional light repairs on 3/16 in steel or thinner. The short warranty and duty cycle make it a starter tool, not a shop machine.
Harbor Freight $149.99Prices 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 YesWelder FLUX-135PRO for warranty (2-year warranty on the machine vs 0.2-year warranty on the machine) and processes (Flux-core, stick, lift TIG vs Flux-core).
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 | YesWelder FLUX-135PRO | Titanium Easy-Flux 125 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.0/5 | 3.1/5 |
| Value 30% | 100 $0.81 per amp ($109.99, 135 A maximum) | 100 $1.20 per amp ($149.99, 125 A maximum) |
| Duty cycle 20% | 100 60% at full output (135 A) | 22 30% at 90 A, about 16% at full output |
| Processes 15% | 40 Flux-core, stick, lift TIG | 0 Flux-core |
| Weight 10% | 100 11 lb | 100 15 lb |
| Warranty 25% | 25 2-year warranty on the machine | 0 0.2-year warranty on the machine |
Specifications
| YesWelder FLUX-135PRO | Titanium Easy-Flux 125 | |
|---|---|---|
| Output | ||
| Input voltage | 120 V | 120 V |
| Maximum output | 135 A | 125 A |
| Rated duty cycle | 60% at 135 A | 30% at 90 A |
| Thickest steel, one pass | 0.188 in | 0.188 in |
| Inverter | - | Yes |
| Processes and wire | ||
| Gas MIG | No | No |
| Stick | Yes | No |
| TIG | Lift TIG | No |
| Spool gun ready | No | No |
| Wire sizes | 0.03 to 0.035 in | 0.03 to 0.035 in |
| Largest spool | - | 2 lb |
| Synergic settings | Yes | No |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 11 lb | 15 lb |
| Warranty | 2 years | 0.2 years |
| Released | - | 2019-10 |
