ESAB Rebel EMP 215ic vs Telwin MAXIMA 160 Synergic
Technical comparison · MIG/MAG welding (wire feed)
Rebel EMP 215ic and MAXIMA 160 Synergic are not direct competitors: very different prices (~7.5×). MAXIMA 160 Synergic costs less (~€300) and is the entry-level choice; Rebel EMP 215ic offers more capability at a higher price (~€2250). Judge them by budget, not head-to-head.
| Parameter |
Rebel EMP 215ic
ESAB
F2 · Intermediate
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MAXIMA 160 Synergic
Telwin
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Awards | — | |
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2016 | — |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~2000–2500 € | ~250–350 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 22.9 × 58.4 × 40.6 cm | 23.5 × 45 × 37 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 18.2 kg | 9.29 kg |
| Power (W) | — | 2600 W |
| Voltage (V) | 230 V | 230 V |
| Category specs | ||
| Welding type | Multi-process | MIG/MAG |
| Max wire feed speed (m/min) | 12.1 m/min | — |
| Max welding current (A) | 240 A | 150 A |
| Max wire diameter (mm) | 1.2 mm | 1.2 mm |
| Duty cycle (rated current) (%) | 25 % | 20 % |
| Synergic control | True | True |
| Gasless capable | True | True |
| Power source technology | Inverter | Inverter |
| Aluminium ready | True | True |
| Pulse capable | False | False |
| Input voltage | Dual voltage | 230 V (single-phase) |
| Supported spool | Ø200 mm (~5 kg) | Ø200 mm (~5 kg) |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | The Rebel EMP 215ic features proprietary "sMIG" (smart MIG) technology, which dynamically adapts the welding arc based on the operator's technique. The user interface relies on a high-resolution color LCD display that integrates digital manuals, spare parts lists, and multilingual support directly on board. The system operates completely independently, requiring no computer software, cloud connectivity, or mobile applications. Welding parameters can be saved and recalled directly from the interface, simplifying repetitive tasks and improving productivity in the field. | — |
MakerSpecs Awards
Rebel EMP 215ic
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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: Rebel EMP 215ic 2250 € vs MAXIMA 160 Synergic 300 € — MAXIMA 160 Synergic wins (+650%)
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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