YesWelder TIG-205P
#1 in DC TIGFull review
A cheap, light DC TIG for steel and stainless at home. Add a pedal for the best control.
Amazon $219.99$219.99
The YesWelder TIG-205P rates 4.1 among DC TIG TIG or stick welders; the YesWelder ARC-205DS PRO rates 3.5 among stick ones. The YesWelder ARC-205DS PRO costs $111.20 less ($108.79 vs $219.99).
YesWelder ARC-205DS PRO
#4 in StickFull review
A bargain stick welder for occasional repairs. Little published data to judge it by.
Amazon $108.79$108.79
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.
Scores side by side
These two sit in different process classes (DC TIG and stick), and each is scored against the reference points for its own class, so a rating says how well each does among its own process peers. How we rank explains each factor.
| Factor weight | YesWelder TIG-205P | YesWelder ARC-205DS PRO |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.1/5 | 3.5/5 |
| Value 30% | 95 $1.10 per amp ($219.99, 200 A maximum) | 90 $0.53 per amp ($108.79, 205 A maximum) |
| Duty cycle 20% | 100 60% at full output (200 A) | 50 duty cycle not published (neutral score used) |
| Features 25% | 75 high-frequency start, pulse, dual voltage | 80 dual voltage, lift TIG |
| Warranty 25% | 25 2-year warranty on the machine | 0 warranty not published, scored as none |
Specifications
| YesWelder TIG-205P | YesWelder ARC-205DS PRO | |
|---|---|---|
| Output | ||
| Processes | DC TIG, stick | DC lift TIG, stick |
| Maximum output | 200 A | 205 A |
| Maximum on 120 V | 160 A | - |
| Duty cycle | 60% at 200 A | - |
| Input | 120 V and 240 V | 120 V and 240 V |
| Features | ||
| Pulse | Yes | No |
| Foot pedal in the box | No | No |
| TIG torch in the box | Yes | - |
| Weight | 10.7 lb | 8.4 lb |
| Warranty | 2 years | - |