Cebora SYNSTAR 500 TS vs Lincoln Electric Easy-MIG 180
Technical comparison · MIG/MAG welding (wire feed)
SYNSTAR 500 TS and Easy-MIG 180 are not direct competitors: different use classes (F5 vs F2), very different prices (~15×). Easy-MIG 180 costs less (~€700) and is the entry-level choice; SYNSTAR 500 TS offers more capability at a higher price (~€10500). Judge them by budget, not head-to-head.
| Parameter |
SYNSTAR 500 TS
Cebora
F5 · Professional
|
Easy-MIG 180
Lincoln Electric
F2 · Intermediate
|
|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Use tier | F5 — Professional | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~9000–12000 € | ~600–800 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 52.7 × 107.8 × 139.8 cm | 25.8 × 46.2 × 35.6 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 111 kg | 25.4 kg |
| Power (W) | 25000 W | — |
| Voltage (V) | 400 V | 230 V |
| Maximum speed | — | 12700 mm/min |
| Category specs | ||
| Welding type | Multi-process | MIG/MAG |
| Max wire feed speed (m/min) | — | 12.7 m/min |
| Max welding current (A) | 500 A | 180 A |
| Max wire diameter (mm) | 1.6 mm | 1.14 mm |
| Duty cycle (rated current) (%) | 40 % | 30 % |
| Synergic control | True | False |
| Gasless capable | True | True |
| Power source technology | Inverter | Transformer |
| Aluminium ready | True | True |
| Pulse capable | True | False |
| Input voltage | 400 V (three-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 operated via an LCD touch screen, designed for intuitive control over all parameters. The system integrates a broad range of pre-loaded synergic curves for solid wire, flux-cored wire, and aluminum. Unlockable software options are available for Pulse and Double Pulse functions, along with specific processes such as MIG SHORT HD (High Deposit) and optimized cycles for aluminum welding (Automatic Hot Start and Crater Filler). The machine's firmware allows for rapid updates via a USB port. | As a manual transformer-based MIG/MAG welder, it lacks digital displays, software interfaces, or synergic controls. Parameter adjustment is done via two simple analog selectors on the front panel: one for voltage (stepped adjustment) and one for wire feed speed. No application or cloud connection is required for operation. |
The differences that matter
- Price: SYNSTAR 500 TS 10500 € vs Easy-MIG 180 700 € — Easy-MIG 180 wins (+1400%)
- Synergic control: SYNSTAR 500 TS yes, Easy-MIG 180 no
- Max wire diameter: SYNSTAR 500 TS 1.6 mm vs Easy-MIG 180 1.14 mm — SYNSTAR 500 TS wins (+40%)
Which one to choose
Choose SYNSTAR 500 TS if…
you value synergic control and max wire diameter.
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