Cebora SYNSTAR 330 TS vs Telwin MAXIMA 160 Synergic
Technical comparison · MIG/MAG welding (wire feed)
SYNSTAR 330 TS and MAXIMA 160 Synergic are not direct competitors: different use classes (F4 vs F2), very different prices (~13.3×). MAXIMA 160 Synergic costs less (~€300) and is the entry-level choice; SYNSTAR 330 TS offers more capability at a higher price (~€4000). Judge them by budget, not head-to-head.
| Parameter |
SYNSTAR 330 TS
Cebora
F4 · Semi-professional
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MAXIMA 160 Synergic
Telwin
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Awards | — | |
| Identity | ||
| Use tier | F4 — Semi-professional | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~3500–4500 € | ~250–350 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 51 × 102.2 × 133 cm | 23.5 × 45 × 37 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 82 kg | 9.29 kg |
| Power (W) | 12400 W | 2600 W |
| Voltage (V) | 400 V | 230 V |
| Category specs | ||
| Welding type | Multi-process | MIG/MAG |
| Max welding current (A) | 330 A | 150 A |
| Max wire diameter (mm) | — | 1.2 mm |
| Duty cycle (rated current) (%) | — | 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 SYNSTAR 330 TS features a proprietary, microprocessor-controlled interface managed via a built-in touchscreen display. This system provides access to over 70 pre-loaded synergic curves, optimizing welding parameters based on material type, wire diameter, and gas mixture. Operators can easily update the machine's firmware and upload new specialized synergic programs via a standard USB port, ensuring long-term compatibility with new filler materials. The software allows users to save and recall custom welding jobs for repeatable accuracy across different shifts. It operates entirely offline, requiring no cloud connectivity or subscription, thereby ensuring full functionality and data security in isolated industrial facilities. | — |
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 330 TS 4000 € vs MAXIMA 160 Synergic 300 € — MAXIMA 160 Synergic wins (+1233%)
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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