Cebora SYNSTAR 250 M vs Lincoln Electric CITOLINE i300
Technical comparison · MIG/MAG welding (wire feed)
CITOLINE i300 leads on the available specs (starting with price); SYNSTAR 250 M makes sense only for non-technical reasons (availability, support, ecosystem), or if the missing data matters in your case.
| Parameter |
SYNSTAR 250 M
Cebora
F3 · Advanced
|
CITOLINE i300
Lincoln Electric
F3 · Advanced
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Use tier | F3 — Advanced | F3 — Advanced |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~2400–3500 € | ~1800–2400 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 48 × 83 × 82.5 cm | 39.5 × 83 × 76 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 45 kg | 50 kg |
| Power (W) | 8600 W | 15000 W |
| Voltage (V) | 230 V | 400 V |
| Category specs | ||
| Welding type | MIG/MAG | Multi-process |
| Max wire feed speed (m/min) | — | 18 m/min |
| Max welding current (A) | 250 A | 300 A |
| Max wire diameter (mm) | 1.2 mm | 1.6 mm |
| Duty cycle (rated current) (%) | 20 % | 35 % |
| 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) | 400 V (three-phase) |
| Supported spool | Ø300 mm (~15 kg) | Ø300 mm (~15 kg) |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | The user interface is managed via a large, clear LCD panel that displays critical welding parameters in real time. The machine includes dozens of pre-set synergic curves for various wire and gas combinations straight out of the box. The control electronics offer advanced functions specifically designed for aluminum welding, such as automatic Hot Start and Crater Filler. The welder's operating system is highly expandable: it can be upgraded to include pulsed and double current level welding functions through optional software packages provided by the manufacturer, allowing users to broaden the machine's capabilities according to future production needs. | Control over all operational functions is managed through an intuitive front-panel interface, featuring large LED displays that provide high readability even under strong lighting conditions. The power source integrates 24 factory-preset synergic programs, which are engineered to greatly simplify the configuration of welding parameters across various materials, including carbon steel, stainless steel, aluminum, and flux-cored wire. Operators can also easily access the traditional 2T and 4T trigger modes, alongside fully adjustable Run-In and Burnback functions to refine the welding arc. Consistent with most industrial systems in this specific equipment category, absolutely no connection to cloud services or reliance on external software applications is required. |
The differences that matter
- Price: SYNSTAR 250 M 2950 € vs CITOLINE i300 2100 € — CITOLINE i300 wins (+40%)
- Max wire diameter: SYNSTAR 250 M 1.2 mm vs CITOLINE i300 1.6 mm — CITOLINE i300 wins (+33%)
Which one to choose
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