Cebora SYNSTAR 250 M vs Telwin MAXIMA 160 Synergic
Technical comparison · MIG/MAG welding (wire feed)
SYNSTAR 250 M and MAXIMA 160 Synergic are not direct competitors: very different prices (~9.8×). MAXIMA 160 Synergic costs less (~€300) and is the entry-level choice; SYNSTAR 250 M offers more capability at a higher price (~€2950). Judge them by budget, not head-to-head.
| Parameter |
SYNSTAR 250 M
Cebora
F3 · Advanced
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MAXIMA 160 Synergic
Telwin
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Awards | — | |
| Identity | ||
| Use tier | F3 — Advanced | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~2400–3500 € | ~250–350 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 48 × 83 × 82.5 cm | 23.5 × 45 × 37 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 45 kg | 9.29 kg |
| Power (W) | 8600 W | 2600 W |
| Voltage (V) | 230 V | 230 V |
| Category specs | ||
| Welding type | MIG/MAG | MIG/MAG |
| Max welding current (A) | 250 A | 150 A |
| Max wire diameter (mm) | 1.2 mm | 1.2 mm |
| Duty cycle (rated current) (%) | 20 % | 20 % |
| 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) | 230 V (single-phase) |
| Supported spool | Ø300 mm (~15 kg) | Ø200 mm (~5 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. | — |
MakerSpecs Awards
SYNSTAR 250 M
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MAXIMA 160 Synergic
Best value Intermediate
At €300 it offers the best performance-to-price ratio among the 22 intermediate MIG/MAG welding (wire feed) machines, with a technical score of 100/100.
How we assign awards →The differences that matter
- Price: SYNSTAR 250 M 2950 € vs MAXIMA 160 Synergic 300 € — MAXIMA 160 Synergic wins (+883%)
Which one to choose
Choose MAXIMA 160 Synergic if…
you value price. It is the best value for money in its class.
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