Cheap Amazon vs YesWelder vs Harbor Freight vs ESAB? Best Stick Welder!

Is the $85 WarcKing just as good as the ESAB? Is the ESAB better than Harbor Freight, YesWelder, and ArcCaptain?
I ranked them on: Price, Amps, Accessories, Warranty, Features, and how they weld.
Everything you need to know when picking a Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW), also known as stick welder.
Here are links to all the welders used in this video:
WarcKing: amzn.to/3Y1oACi
YesWelder: amzn.to/3l7hbmz
ArcCap: amzn.to/3Hvd1fU
Titanium: www.harborfreight.com/stick-2...
ESAB: amzn.to/3HyOq9Q
These are all DC output machines.
Other helpful items:
Spatter Spray: amzn.to/3WzXH8w
Welpers/ Mig pliers: amzn.to/37CAxco
Welding Gloves: amzn.to/3trCEIt
Magnets: amzn.to/3wn9vA2
Clamps: amzn.to/3uhLms2
Angle Grinder: amzn.to/3im5yDJ
4 1/2" cut of disc: amzn.to/3Iw45VQ
Wire Wheel Brush: amzn.to/3tqDAgg
amzn.to/37GN6mZ

[@-DIYPRO-]

Let's hear what you'd pick up! 😀😀

[@fazeelur888]

Esab

[@Being_Joe]

Watching this feels like I am watching a Project Farm review.

[@-DIYPRO-]

He puts out great videos so I'll take that as a compliment!

[@Being_Joe]

@@-DIYPRO- just looked and Todd has not done a breakdown. Well I am enjoying.

[@trentwheeler6161]

Kind of creepy in a good way. Lol this guy seems just like him in video and editing which is nicely done!

[@CPD-KD6-3.7]

That is a well-deserved compliment!

[@conordreiss1467]

As an aspiring welder thank you for this video! Can’t wait to start learning and tinkering.

[@-DIYPRO-]

Go for it. Thanks!

[@hksjoshua]

Esab 180i pro here, what sold me is the consistency of the machine. I can weld thin 1/16 thin materials at 38 amps with 1/16 6013. On the other hand can weld thick steel given proper beveling / prep.

[@-DIYPRO-]

Right on!

[@dennisyoung4631]

*Hot-Start and Arc-Force.* (Supposedly makes using 6011/6010 a whole lot easier.)

[@rbabusrisaisakthi2893]

Just completed the break-in period and so far the unit is operating perfectly kzbin.infoUgkxOTeIs0vv4_9B5hsmnLsk9r930uDQLu_Y . I was amazed by just how quiet this little guy is. I kept having to walk down the driveway to the generator to make sure it was still running. In fact, the most annoying noise coming from the set-up is a high-pitched chirping coming from the pressure regulator on the propane line. I suppose it's possible my other propane-powered generator's pressure regulator is making the same noise, but the generator itself is so loud I've never noticed it. Build quality so far is excellent. My only nit is the service panel is a little tricky to remove. I feel like I might break off one of the plastic tabs when bending it back. I probably just need to work out the technique, so will not hold it against Champion.Next week I intend to fully load the unit to charge a large battery pack and will update this review if there's any problem (3000W continuous load vs a rated 3100W capacity while using propane). Absent any trouble there, I'm 100% pleased with this purchase.

[@-DIYPRO-]

Yes, indeed!

[@noahway13]

What?

[@wes11bravo]

I have some high quality 4AWG copper and am planning to buy a decent electrode holder/solid copper ground clamp to make my own cables. I wonder how much of a difference this would make using a cheap inverter stick welder? I will upgrade to a Hobart eventually but am impressed enough with some of the

[@langsor]

Great info. Thanks for making this video.

[@-DIYPRO-]

Glad it was helpful!

[@BP77BM]

Would love an ESAB but will probably go with yeswelder.

[@-DIYPRO-]

That is still a great entry level welder. Just used it again the other day!

[@josephescamilla4820]

Can you review the JEGS 110 gasless mig welder? there seems to be nothing about that welding machine anywhere.

[@-DIYPRO-]

I'll have to check that one out.

[@rbelang8331]

Something else that should be considered: the build quality, the cables quality (100% copper?)... Also, which welder can use cellulosic rods? Anyway, thanks for the vid...

[@-DIYPRO-]

Great points! Thanks!

[@alexo6300]

Great video 👌🏼

[@-DIYPRO-]

Thank you 🙌

[@fazeelur888]

Best review, thank you

[@-DIYPRO-]

I appreciate that!

[@M_PJR]

I had to do a double take to make sure it wasn’t a Project Farm video lol y’all sound a lot alike

[@-DIYPRO-]

I like his stuff so I'll take it as a compliment!

[@philthyphil3324]

Wow, you're right he sounds just like him!

[@noahway13]

PF talks a million miles a minute. Almost too fast. @@philthyphil3324

[@lovewillfind884]

Hi, I recently bought a Amico electric, 200 amps multi-purpose 3 in1 welder, from Amazon. I got the the welder. However i discovered, it have a factory defect,(the wire speed dial isn't working). I informed Amazon about it. They asked that I return the item. However to do so is costing more than i bought it for. I am outside the usa. So I am left stuck with a a defective product.

[@-DIYPRO-]

That's always disappointing. I have the Amico plasma cutting and haven't had any issue with it.

[@noahway13]

Is the video at 02:45 wrong? I think it should be like 10% off, or 90% right... is that a typo? Did he say if he was running off 110 or 220?

[@declanosbourne62]

Hi, I'm having issues with this machine to weld with E6013 3/32 rods. It constantly stinking to the metal and its a pain in the neck to get it to wok.. i was trying 90-140Amp , current is 110 DC. If I'm right, the current in my home I'm talking about.. what can you tell me to get this to work.? I take the rods back to home Depot early.

[@Richie_-_]

assuming u meant sticking that would be a skill issue

[@JoeBlow-24]

The Titanium has built-in auto Hot Start and Arc Force, it's not in the literature. Another guy did a video about it.

[@-DIYPRO-]

It strikes and arc easily so I don't doubt it has those features but the other welders has adjustments to those features.

[@andrewbradstreet4218]

I bought a cheap flux 135 y.welder to run stick off of, an really it never has done good for that. Like awful. But, it does run .035 flux core like a banshee. Awesome, tons of power, smooth as smooth, and five rolls of wire into it now and I've never had a single hic up. An I'm never maxed out on the settings either. Even on 3/16", an I can appreciate that. We've all ran the ones that are always maxed, an probably wouldn't touch 3/16 like this one does. Honestly, I only speak so highly of it because it shouldn't be this slick! An for a hundred bucks, easy choice. It's not a 2,200 miller

[@-DIYPRO-]

Right on, thanks!

[@WelderB1Family]

Hobart stickmate is super smooth

[@-DIYPRO-]

That's a great machine!

[@White000Crow]

What gets me on the 120/240v welders is when they use a 120v plug that needs to be adapted to 240v, that’s how you catch them on fire.

[@-DIYPRO-]

I agree 110%! I was one of the first to test ArcCaptains welders and that was one of my suggestions. They actually listened and if you pick up a new one they come with a 240V plug from the machine and then add the 120 adapter.

[@noahway13]

I'm waiting for the Dollar Tree line.

[@andy6131]

Great review and content. Seems like most new tool review channels are trash. This is quality.

[@andy6131]

Not clear on the weld quality though, was the titanium really much better than the yeseelder and arcking

[@-DIYPRO-]

Right on, thanks!

[@-DIYPRO-]

No, it was right in line with those (2). I believe I put it just a step above because it struck an arc without sticking or it did it quicker. Regardless those 3 welded very similar.

[@kenken-sr2vq]

Hitbox Arc160d welder vs Yeswelder 160?

[@-DIYPRO-]

I'll add it to the list!

[@jessesmith4474]

You should do a review on Hynade 200 pro mig

[@taylorsmith9127]

It's shyt while we're there tho shyt box (hitbox)

[@-DIYPRO-]

Maybe in the next lineup!

[@-DIYPRO-]

Hitbox and Hynade, got it!

[@josecid9986]

So at definition what its the best priced accuracy..at work better? Let them know

[@-DIYPRO-]

For small shop or home I'd go with the Arccaptain or YesWelder, if it will be used more than for the odd and end job I'd go with the ESAB.

[@robertwells4842]

How good is a HZXVOGEN

[@-DIYPRO-]

I'll have to add that one to the list.

[@nrpforty]

Would have been nice to include Everlast welder .

[@-DIYPRO-]

Everlast is great, I'll have to add them on the next one!

[@EliAngwin]

I used the Esab while tiggin in a couple 10” schedule 80 fittings on 110v mode for a company that was too lazy or stupid to bring in a welder that was more appropriate- was way beyond capability for 110 but that’s what we had. Anyway, it made this god awful whistle sound through the torch while it was fired up- absolutely obnoxious. Never used a welder that did that before or since.

[@darzo7527]

Esab all the way, I'm tired of buying, settling, low cost, I'll buy a better one later, working with what I have, not having enough money, generic crap all my life.........I would pick the best brand. Yes that 1

[@-DIYPRO-]

Right on!

[@diegoribeiro7513]

Totally true! Cry once, buy once

[@MarcBchannel]

I have the Simder Arc200. Got it for $60 shipped from Amazon. I can't belive how well these cheap welders work. Gets alot of work done. The only major negative points are the false advertised output and the inaccurate display. On 240v I measured 115amps with the dial maxed reading 201amps running 1/8 6013. Running 3/32 6013 with the dial at100amps you get about 70amps. At 130amps on the dial, you get 90mps. Overall these machines are a great value.

[@bobd.fletcherjr4912]

🇺🇸👍👍👍👍👍👍👍🙋‍♂️🙋‍♂️🙋‍♂️

[@-DIYPRO-]

You're on a roll, thanks!

[@garylee9738]

The cheaper ones run better on 220 volts.

[@-DIYPRO-]

I agree.

[@dennisyoung4631]

Need to do 110 readily (with the smaller rods.)

[@junkgeneral]

Does anyone else think its weird af that he even tries to copy project farms voice Talk about unoriginal and weird af. Get your own personality

[@-DIYPRO-]

I'll take that as a complement! Can't hear it in my voice but I can see the similarity in this video style. You probably won't watch any of my other videos but I do a bunch of different style videos so keep the constructive criticism coming!

[@terpdx]

@@-DIYPRO- Every KZbin video has to have at least one dickhead in the comments section. People get bold sitting behind the safety of their keyboards. Kudos to you for handling it with grace, and keep the up the good work!

[@Belows682]

Can i get a Right On?

[@-DIYPRO-]

RIGHT ON!!

[@Belows682]

@@-DIYPRO- hell yeah!!

[@dusanmilojevic3017]

ArcCaptain is Jasic hobby.

[@-DIYPRO-]

What's a Jasic Hobby?