8 best welding machines with Aliexpress

Review of the best according to the editorial board. On the selection criteria. This material is subjective and does not constitute advertising and does not serve as a purchase guide. Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist.

Not a single construction site can do without a welding machine. A small inverter is also useful in the courtyard of a private house to fix a fence, gate or wicket. The compact transformer is ideal for garage or moving applications such as heating or plumbing welding. So that you can save on the purchase of such equipment, we have prepared a rating of the best welding machines with Aliexpress. The material is based on the characteristics of the product and reviews from customers who have already tested these devices, so studying the TOP-8 will help you choose an affordable and proven model for your specific needs.

Rating of the best welding machines with Aliexpress

Nomination	a place	Name of product	price
Rating of the best welding machines with Aliexpress	1	RESANTA SAI 250K	RUB 8,990
	2	Caliber SVI-200	RUB 3,605
	3	HITBOX TIG200A	RUB 13,100
	4	TRUSOXIN CUT50	RUB 13 750
	5	Arcsonic MMA200i	RUB 7,947
	6	HITBOX AT2000	RUB 6,155
	7	FORGELO MMA-400	RUB 4,827
	8	DEKO DKA-250	RUB 4,016

RESANTA SAI 250K

Rating: 4.9

The first place in the rating is occupied by a welding machine from the Latvian brand 'Resanta', which is quite famous in Russia. It has been on sale for a long time on AliExspress and has many positive reviews. For example, wearers love the Anti-Stick feature, which occasionally adds voltage to prevent the electrode from sticking to metal. The welding machine is also equipped with a 'Hot Start', when 80 V is applied at once during ignition, so the current easily breaks the arc spark even on a rusty or painted surface. A drawn scale with intermediate values ​​is provided to adjust the amperes. The sides of the case are made of steel, which increases the strength of the device.

The welding machine is listed in the rating as the most tested among the goods from Aliexpress. It is bought most often, so the model began to be actively sold already in ordinary stores in Russia, but a little more expensive than on the Chinese site. Another advantage of the product is the 70% duty cycle at a maximum current of 250 A. This means that work can be carried out for 7 minutes, and then it takes only 3 minutes to cool down, which contributes to productivity.

Advantages

• can cook with electrodes 6 mm in diameter;
• current adjustment from 10 to 250 A;
• compact dimensions 29.5x19x20 cm;
• shoulder strap for carrying and working at height.

disadvantages

• no display;
• short network cable 1.7 m;
• only for MMA welding;
• does not cook well with a voltage drop below 200 V.

Caliber SVI-200

Rating: 4.8

In second place in the rating is an inverter with Aliexpress, which has a current of 20 to 200 A. Such values ​​are quite enough for household use in the country. There are two diodes on the front panel of the welding machine that indicate the presence of a network and overheating. To set the amperage, a scaled knob is provided. In reviews, users like the electrode holder, which has thick insulation of live parts, which increases the safety of use. When plugged into a household outlet, the device operates with a power of 3.8 W, without overloading conventional wiring. They can be cooked with electrodes with a diameter of 1.6 to 4.0 mm.

Our experts liked the welding unit with Aliexpress for its compact dimensions – 27x17x7.5 cm. This is the smallest device in the rating, corresponding to its name 'Caliber'. It is convenient to carry it on your shoulder when welding at a height (on a roof, a post), since the weight of the device is 2.3 kg. Another advantage of the product from AliExpress is the all-metal case, including the front panel.

Advantages

• completely metal;
• attractive price;
• carrying strap;
• good air cooling system.

disadvantages

• no digital screen;
• the regulator easily touches clothes;
• weak arc at mains voltage less than 200 V;
• flimsy clamp of mass.

HITBOX TIG200A

Rating: 4.7

The third place in the rating was awarded to the welding machine from Aliexpress, which produces from 10 to 200 amperes. It is an inverter with MMA and TIG modes, so its cost is much higher. The set includes a welding torch with a set of ceramic nozzles and an electrode holder with mass. The case dimensions are 44x26x34 cm. A cooler and perforation are provided for full ventilation. The corners of the steel casing of the device are protected by rubber pads to prevent hitting them during transportation.

In our opinion, the device has earned a place in the ranking of the best due to the presence of two welding modes: covered with consumable electrodes and tungsten non-consumable in argon. This expands the boundaries of its application for welding stainless steel and even aluminum. Also, the model with Aliexpress has a 2T and 4T mode switch, which allows you to set up the argon welding torch to work without constantly holding the button. This is liked by many welders in the reviews, as it relieves stress from the finger with prolonged use.

Advantages

• contactless arc ignition;
• two welding modes;
• rigid handle for transportation;
• rubberized corners of the metal casing.

disadvantages

• high price;
• PV 60% at a current of 200 A;
• weighs 7 kg;
• no digital display.

TRUSOXIN CUT50

Rating: 4.6

The fourth place in the rating belongs to a welding machine with air-plasma technology. The product from Aliexpress is in demand in the professional field, because it cuts stainless steel well. The welding unit operates from a 220 V mains and a compressor. Passing a powerful stream of air through an electric arc, a plasma is formed, which is used to work. There is a built-in pressure gauge on the front panel to monitor the system pressure and not look at the compressor readings. The body of the device is designed for harsh industrial conditions and is equipped with a rigid handle for quick relocation. It is convenient to control the number of amperes on a digital display.

We added the machine to the rating because the welding unit is versatile and suitable for different materials (carbon steel, stainless steel, copper). With this model with Aliexpress, you can both apply a seam (additional additives are required with rods), and cut with a neat edge that does not require subsequent machining. The maximum metal thickness to be cut is 15 mm. Buyers in the reviews like that the plasma torch is equipped with 10 additional nozzles.

Advantages

• compact dimensions 37x15x23 cm;
• all switches on the front;
• built-in air pressure gauge;
• there is a digital display;
• cuts up to 15 mm thick.

disadvantages

• high price;
• you will have to buy an additional compressor;
• no shoulder strap;
• ED 60% at maximum current;
• weighs 10 kg.

Arcsonic MMA200i

Rating: 4.5

Our rating continues with an inverter model with Aliexpress, which is distinguished by its low weight of 3 kg. To prevent the welding machine from overheating, the manufacturer has perforated the body on four sides. The welding installation works from a 220 V household network and can withstand drawdowns up to 190 V. The DC ampere range is 10-200 A. The goods are completed with a holder with two ceramic plates so that live parts do not touch the welder and metal parts around. The model is compact and does not take up much space during storage. The device is quite durable, and if dropped from a height of 1 m, it will not be damaged.

We have rated the product from AliExpress as Best Newbie. The welding unit is perfectly assembled and has prompts on the front panel about which electrode diameter is suitable for a particular current strength. Welders like the device with Aliexpress in the reviews for the presence of a non-stick function, which itself increases and decreases the current strength, so that when welding thin metal there are no burns and sticking. This will help a beginner to learn how to cook and not spoil the material.

Advantages

• weighs 3 kg;
• compact dimensions 23x11x16 cm;
• cooks with 1.6-4.0 mm electrodes;
• inverter welding technology.

disadvantages

• no handle – only a soft belt;
• no display;
• when worn on the shoulder, it is easy to knock off the regulator settings;
• short cables for mass and holder – 1.5 m each.

HITBOX AT2000

Rating: 4.4

The sixth place in the rating is taken by a welding model from the Chinese site of Aliexpress, equipped with a digital display. It is convenient to monitor the ampere readings and adjust them with an accuracy of 1 A. Diode indicators on the front side inform about the connection to the network and overheating. The welding unit is equipped with an adjustable strap that can be shortened to a handle. The device is suitable for electrodes with a diameter of 1.6 to 3.2 mm. Buyers in the reviews note that when the arc burns, the light in the house does not 'blink', and this will be appreciated by other family members and neighbors. It is produced with a plug for the American network, but Chinese sellers with Aliexpress put an adapter in the box for free.

We put the welding machine in the rating with other models from Aliexpress, since it can work both from a 220 V network and from 110 V. This product from AliExpress is worth paying attention to those who live in villages with weak power lines, often experiencing drawdowns. But the maximum current strength for the device is 140 A, so it is suitable for welding a door hinge or making a tank for a shower, but it will not work to connect a channel with it or build a frame for a large greenhouse.

Advantages

• optimal price;
• there is a digital screen;
• robust clamps for ground cables and holder;
• easy to transport thanks to the dimensions 28x18x21 cm.

disadvantages

• front and back plastic covers;
• PV 60% at 140 A;
• cooks with electrodes no more than 3.2 mm.

FORGELO MMA-400

Rating: 4.3

The seventh place in the rating belongs to the product from Aliexpress, which gives out as much as 400 A. For adjustment, a display and two switches are provided. The green indication is so bright that it is clearly visible in sunny weather. A metal brush is included with the welding machine to help clean the joint and remove slag. Professionals in reviews like the ability to regulate not only the amperage (A), but also the output voltage (V), which allows you to influence the degree of fusion of the filler metal in the base metal and achieve smooth seams. The welding model also has its own automatic machine (not just a toggle switch) that protects the rest of the circuit from shorting inside the device.

Our experts liked the welding machine with Aliexpress for the industrial values ​​of amperes (400 A) obtained from the household 220 V. This allows you to weld thick materials with a cross section of up to 30 mm at home. This power is also suitable for electric arc cutting of metal. The duty cycle at a maximum value of 400 A is 60%, therefore, with an indicator of 250 A, it is possible to cook without stopping (duty cycle 100%).

Advantages

• good price for such parameters;
• digital display with bright indication;
• terminals are color-coded to avoid polarity reversal;
• current strength up to 400 A.

disadvantages

• no shoulder strap;
• sharp corners of the casing can cause injury;
• bulky body;
• the holder arm sticks out far to the side.

DEKO DKA-250

Rating: 4.2

Our rating closes with a product from Aliexpress, copying the design of the TOP-8 leader 'Resant'. They have a similar body shape, lettering colors and controls. But Deko has endowed its device with a digital display. The red indication on a gray background is clearly visible in any lighting, which customers like in the reviews. At the same time, the price of Deko can be almost twice lower on AliExpress. The welding device is connected to the household network and produces 250 A, in which it maintains equality with the leader. A shoulder strap is provided to carry the unit. A metal brush is provided in the kit, so the owner does not have to spend money on such trifles. The device works only in the MMA mode. There is a good power cord for connecting to the outlet, which does not heat up during operation.

Experts included the welding inverter in the rating, since the machine is capable of working with electrodes with a diameter of 5 mm in a domestic environment. This is optimal for welding thick parts or surfacing metal for subsequent machining. The model with Aliexpress differs from the leader in the rating and the presence of a display that increases ease of use.

Advantages

• weighs 4.5 kg;
• can be cooked with thick electrodes;
• at the start supplies 60 V for easy arc ignition;
• digital indication of amperes.

disadvantages

• power of 6.8 kW requires good wiring in the house;
• debris gets inside through large holes in the front panel;
• flimsy cable for holder and earth (16 mm²).

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Attention! This rating is subjective and does not constitute an advertisement and does not serve as a purchase guide. Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist.