Cebora SYNSTAR 200 M vs ESAB Rebel EMP 235ic

Technical comparison · MIG/MAG welding (wire feed)

In brief

SYNSTAR 200 M leads on the available specs (starting with price); Rebel EMP 235ic makes sense only for non-technical reasons (availability, support, ecosystem), or if the missing data matters in your case.

Parameter
Cebora SYNSTAR 200 M SYNSTAR 200 M Cebora F2 · Intermediate
ESAB Rebel EMP 235ic Rebel EMP 235ic ESAB F3 · Advanced
Identity
Launch year 2016
Use tier F2 — Intermediate F3 — Advanced
Price
Price (€) ~2000–2500 € ~2500–3500 €
Universal specs
Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) 48 × 83 × 82.5 cm 29.21 × 68.58 × 49.53 cm
Weight (kg) 45 kg 28.6 kg
Power (W) 6300 W
Voltage (V) 230 V 230 V
Category specs
Welding type MIG/MAG Multi-process
Max wire feed speed (m/min) 17.8 m/min
Max welding current (A) 200 A 250 A
Max wire diameter (mm) 1.2 mm 1.2 mm
Duty cycle (rated current) (%) 20 % 25 %
Synergic control True True
Gasless capable True True
Power source technology Inverter Inverter
Aluminium ready True True
Pulse capable True False
Input voltage 230 V (single-phase) Dual voltage
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 power source is equipped with ESAB's exclusive sMIG (Smart MIG) technology, an intelligent control system that continuously monitors arc characteristics to adapt to the operator's technique, ensuring a stable and repeatable weld. The interface is built around a multilingual color TFT display, which includes welding parameter guides and an integrated spare parts list.

The differences that matter

  • Price: SYNSTAR 200 M 2250 € vs Rebel EMP 235ic 3000 € — SYNSTAR 200 M wins (+33%)

Which one to choose

Choose SYNSTAR 200 M if…

you value price.

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