Cebora KINGSTAR 400 TS vs Lincoln Electric CITOLINE i300
Technical comparison · MIG/MAG welding (wire feed)
KINGSTAR 400 TS and CITOLINE i300 are not direct competitors: different use classes (F5 vs F3), very different prices (~3.8×). CITOLINE i300 costs less (~€2100) 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 |
KINGSTAR 400 TS
Cebora
F5 · Professional
|
CITOLINE i300
Lincoln Electric
F3 · Advanced
|
|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2018 | — |
| Use tier | F5 — Professional | F3 — Advanced |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~7000–9000 € | ~1800–2400 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 58.8 × 112 × 138 cm | 39.5 × 83 × 76 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 120 kg | 50 kg |
| Power (W) | 18800 W | 15000 W |
| Voltage (V) | 400 V | 400 V |
| Category specs | ||
| Welding type | Multi-process | Multi-process |
| Max wire feed speed (m/min) | — | 18 m/min |
| Max welding current (A) | 400 A | 300 A |
| Max wire diameter (mm) | 1.6 mm | 1.6 mm |
| Duty cycle (rated current) (%) | 40 % | 35 % |
| Synergic control | True | True |
| Gasless capable | True | True |
| Power source technology | Inverter | Inverter |
| Aluminium ready | True | True |
| Pulse capable | True | False |
| Input voltage | 400 V (three-phase) | 400 V (three-phase) |
| Supported spool | Ø300 mm (~15 kg) | Ø300 mm (~15 kg) |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | 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. | 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: KINGSTAR 400 TS 8000 € vs CITOLINE i300 2100 € — CITOLINE i300 wins (+281%)
Which one to choose
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