Best Tig Welder Under $100 (2026)

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Specifications are manufacturer rated, as published on each listing and collected 22 October 2026. “Not stated” means the listing does not give the figure.

How we scored them

Each welder is scored on performance, build, value, safety and warranty with the published Shop Score weights. None of the four listings names a UL, ETL or CSA electrical listing, so every machine scores zero on safety. One listing states a 2 year warranty; the other three state no warranty term, so they score zero on warranty. The figure in each Shop Score cell is the raw total; the script displays it as a score out of 10. No total score appears in the prose itself; the cards and tables show it, and the ranking follows the raw totals from highest to lowest.

Scores run from 9.2 to 9.8: each product’s point total is placed on that range, so more points always means a higher score.

What the listings tell you

Four stick and Lift TIG welder listings were read for this guide. All four state an output figure, from 135A to 200A. Two state dual 110V/220V input; the other two are 110V only. Stated weights run from 4.9 lb to 11.44 lb. All four list hot start; three of the four list arc force and anti-stick. One listing states a 2 year warranty; none states a UL, ETL or CSA listing. Only the PUWU names a Lift TIG torch in the box. One listing, the Sefaspe, contradicts itself on weight: the bullets say just under 6 lb while the spec table says 11.11 lb.

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Lift TIG is a second mode on all four

Every listing here describes an ARC and Lift TIG 2-in-1 machine: stick welding as the main mode and Lift TIG for thinner or more precise work, with a simple change of setup between them. The practical difference is the torch. The PUWU ARC-135PRO is the only one of the four that lists a Lift TIG torch among its included components, alongside an electrode holder, a ground clamp, a manual and a shoulder strap. The DEKOPRO listing says the Lift TIG torch must be bought separately, the Sefaspe listing says the torch is sold separately, and the VEVOR included-components list names an electrode holder, an earth clamp and a welding rod, but no torch. If TIG is the job you have in mind, check the box list twice before you buy, and plan for the accessory on the three that do not include it.

Amps on the label, from 135A to 200A

Stated output runs from 135A on the PUWU to 200A on the Sefaspe, with the DEKOPRO at 160A and the VEVOR at 140A. The PUWU is the only one that states a control range, 20A to 135A with digital adjustment, and the only one that states what that covers: single-pass penetration from 1 mm to 5 mm. The other three state a maximum figure and leave it at that. A higher stated number is not a better weld by itself; it is the ceiling the maker claims, and the listings here say little about how long each machine holds it.

Duty cycle: mostly unstated

Only the PUWU states a duty cycle, 20%. The other three listings do not give one. Without a stated duty cycle there is no way to compare how long each machine welds before it needs to cool, so treat short beads and pauses as the working pattern on all four, and read the manual that comes in the box for the maker’s own guidance. Three of the four list hot start and arc force, while the DEKOPRO lists hot start with an LCD, so striking an arc should feel familiar if you have run a stick machine before.

Voltage: 110V only, or dual 110V/220V

The DEKOPRO and Sefaspe list dual 110V/220V input, which suits shops that have both outlets. The PUWU and VEVOR are 110V only; the PUWU listing says it runs on standard 110V household voltage and includes a 2m 16AWG power cord with a US plug. Match the plug to an outlet the machine is rated for, and for anything beyond plugging into an existing outlet, use a licensed electrician rather than improvising.

Build and materials, as stated

The four bodies are all inverter machines, but the listings describe different shells. The VEVOR states a cold rolled Q235 steel sheet body, the most specific materials claim here. The DEKOPRO states a steel frame with a plastic handle. The PUWU states a metal housing in a mini body with a sleek black finish and a digital display. The Sefaspe spec table states a metal body and names its color, citrine, with a large LED display. Stated package footprints run from 11.25 x 10.12 in on the PUWU to 15.12 x 11.22 in on the DEKOPRO, so even the largest of the four sits on a shelf or a corner of the bench. Every listing names a carrying handle, and the Sefaspe and PUWU add a shoulder strap. Stated weights run from 4.9 lb on the PUWU to 11.44 lb on the DEKOPRO, with the VEVOR at 6.97 lb and the Sefaspe between them depending on which figure you trust.

Garage Fit Check

• Power: two of the four run on 110V only, and two list dual 110V/220V input, so check which outlet the job will use before the welder ships.
• Space: stated package footprints run from 11.25 x 10.12 in on the PUWU to 15.12 x 11.22 in on the DEKOPRO, so clear a shelf or a corner of the bench before it arrives.
• Storage: the PUWU and Sefaspe list a shoulder strap and every machine lists a carrying handle, but only the PUWU lists a Lift TIG torch in the box, so keep the accessory list with the machine.
• First job check: confirm the Lift TIG torch situation, then the rods on hand: the Sefaspe, PUWU and VEVOR name their rod types, while the DEKOPRO names none.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can these machines really TIG weld?

Each listing names Lift TIG as one of two modes, next to stick. The PUWU includes the Lift TIG torch in the box; the DEKOPRO and Sefaspe state the torch is sold separately, and the VEVOR box list does not name one. None of the listings in this guide says more about what comes with the torch, so read the included-components list before you buy, and ask the seller if a line on the box list is unclear.

What does 200A versus 135A mean on these listings?

It is the maker’s stated maximum output. The Sefaspe states 200A, the DEKOPRO 160A, the VEVOR 140A, and the PUWU 135A with 20A to 135A digital control. Only the PUWU states a penetration range, 1 mm to 5 mm in a single pass; the other three do not state one. Use the figure to compare listings, not to predict welds on a given joint.

Do I need 220V for one of these welders?

Two of the four run on 110V only, the PUWU and the VEVOR; the DEKOPRO and the Sefaspe list dual 110V/220V input. A standard household outlet covers the 110V picks, which is the setup the PUWU listing describes. Check the maker’s electrical guidance before wiring anything new, and use a licensed electrician for new circuits.

What rods do these welders take?

The Sefaspe lists 6011, 6013 and 7018; the PUWU lists 6010, 6011, 6013 and 7018; the VEVOR lists E6010, E6011, E6013, E7014 and E7018. The DEKOPRO listing does not name rod types. Match the rod to the metal and the joint, and follow the rod maker’s storage and amperage guidance.

Is there a warranty on any of these?

The Sefaspe states a 2 year warranty. The other three listings state no warranty term, so they score zero on warranty. Where a warranty is stated, keep the receipt and register the product if the maker asks.

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