Cebora SYNSTAR 200 M vs Cebora KINGSTAR 400 TS

Technical comparison · MIG/MAG welding (wire feed)

In brief

SYNSTAR 200 M and KINGSTAR 400 TS are not direct competitors: different use classes (F2 vs F5), very different prices (~3.6×). SYNSTAR 200 M costs less (~€2250) and is the entry-level choice; KINGSTAR 400 TS offers more capability at a higher price (~€8000). Judge them by budget, not head-to-head.

Parameter
Cebora SYNSTAR 200 M SYNSTAR 200 M Cebora F2 · Intermediate
Cebora KINGSTAR 400 TS KINGSTAR 400 TS Cebora F5 · Professional
Identity
Launch year 2016 2018
Use tier F2 — Intermediate F5 — Professional
Price
Price (€) ~2000–2500 € ~7000–9000 €
Universal specs
Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) 48 × 83 × 82.5 cm 58.8 × 112 × 138 cm
Weight (kg) 45 kg 120 kg
Power (W) 6300 W 18800 W
Voltage (V) 230 V 400 V
Category specs
Welding type MIG/MAG Multi-process
Max welding current (A) 200 A 400 A
Max wire diameter (mm) 1.2 mm 1.6 mm
Duty cycle (rated current) (%) 20 % 40 %
Synergic control True True
Gasless capable True True
Power source technology Inverter Inverter
Aluminium ready True True
Pulse capable True True
Input voltage 230 V (single-phase) 400 V (three-phase)
Supported spool Ø300 mm (~15 kg) Ø300 mm (~15 kg)
Ecosystem
Cloud dependency No No
Software notes The machine's operating system features 28 pre-loaded synergic curves to manage various wire diameters (ranging from 0.6 to 1.2 mm) and materials. A front-facing LCD panel allows the operator to simultaneously monitor and adjust wire type, shielding gas, material thickness, voltage, and wire feed speed in real time. The software capabilities can be expanded by purchasing dedicated upgrades, such as the activation of the Pulsed MIG process (Art. 238) or double current level, which add over 30 specialized programs for working on thin metal sheets or light alloys. The interface is built around a highly responsive and intuitive 7-inch color touchscreen panel. The operating system features an open and modular architecture, allowing operators to save up to 99 customized work programs (JOB function) and install numerous optional packages for advanced user profiling, quality control, and pulsed capabilities (Double Pulse, 3DPulse, SRS). It fully supports Industry 4.0 protocols via an integrated Web Server, offering remote management and monitoring from a PC or mobile device. Firmware updates are quickly and easily executed through a standard USB port.

The differences that matter

  • Price: SYNSTAR 200 M 2250 € vs KINGSTAR 400 TS 8000 € — SYNSTAR 200 M wins (+256%)
  • Max wire diameter: SYNSTAR 200 M 1.2 mm vs KINGSTAR 400 TS 1.6 mm — KINGSTAR 400 TS wins (+33%)

Which one to choose

Choose SYNSTAR 200 M if…

you value price.

See the SYNSTAR 200 M sheet →

Choose KINGSTAR 400 TS if…

you value max wire diameter.

See the KINGSTAR 400 TS sheet →

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