Cebora SYNSTAR 500 TS vs Telwin MAXIMA 160 Synergic
Technical comparison · MIG/MAG welding (wire feed)
SYNSTAR 500 TS and MAXIMA 160 Synergic are not direct competitors: different use classes (F5 vs F2), very different prices (~35×). MAXIMA 160 Synergic costs less (~€300) 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
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MAXIMA 160 Synergic
Telwin
F2 · Intermediate
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| Awards | — | |
| Identity | ||
| Use tier | F5 — Professional | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~9000–12000 € | ~250–350 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 52.7 × 107.8 × 139.8 cm | 23.5 × 45 × 37 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 111 kg | 9.29 kg |
| Power (W) | 25000 W | 2600 W |
| Voltage (V) | 400 V | 230 V |
| Category specs | ||
| Welding type | Multi-process | MIG/MAG |
| Max welding current (A) | 500 A | 150 A |
| Max wire diameter (mm) | 1.6 mm | 1.2 mm |
| Duty cycle (rated current) (%) | 40 % | 20 % |
| 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) | 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. | — |
MakerSpecs Awards
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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 500 TS 10500 € vs MAXIMA 160 Synergic 300 € — MAXIMA 160 Synergic wins (+3400%)
- Max wire diameter: SYNSTAR 500 TS 1.6 mm vs MAXIMA 160 Synergic 1.2 mm — SYNSTAR 500 TS wins (+33%)
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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