YesWelder CUT-55DS NHF PLUS vs YesWelder CUT-65DS PLUS

Last updated: November 2, 2026

The YesWelder CUT-65DS PLUS is the better plasma cutter overall, rated 3.6 to 3.5. The YesWelder CUT-65DS PLUS leads on cut. The YesWelder CUT-55DS NHF PLUS costs $21.83 less ($288.15 vs $309.98).

YesWelder CUT-55DS NHF PLUS vs YesWelder CUT-65DS PLUS

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 over 45 A plasma cutter; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.

Factor weightYesWelder CUT-65DS PLUSYesWelder CUT-55DS NHF PLUS
Overall rating3.6/53.5/5
Value 30%89 $551.08 per inch of rated cut ($309.98, 9/16 in)88 $576.30 per inch of rated cut ($288.15, 1/2 in)
Cut 20%8 9/16 in rated cut on mild steel0 1/2 in rated cut on mild steel
Duty cycle 15%100 60% at full output (65 A)100 60% at full output (55 A)
Pilot arc 10%100 pilot arc100 pilot arc
Warranty 25%25 2-year warranty on the machine25 2-year warranty on the machine

Specifications

YesWelder CUT-65DS PLUSYesWelder CUT-55DS NHF PLUS
Cutting
Input voltage120/240 V120/240 V
Maximum output65 A55 A
Rated cut, mild steel9/16 in1/2 in
Sever cut, mild steel1 in3/4 in
Rated duty cycle60% at 65 A60% at 55 A
Pilot arcYesYes
Arc startBlowbackBlowback
Air and build
Air supply6 cfm, 70 psi6 cfm, 70 psi
CNC portNoNo
Weight14 lb13 lb
Warranty2 years2 years

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