ESAB Rebel EMP 235ic vs ESAB Rogue EM 190 PRO
Technical comparison · MIG/MAG welding (wire feed)
Rebel EMP 235ic and Rogue EM 190 PRO are two mig/mag welding (wire feed) in a similar class. Choose Rebel EMP 235ic if max wire diameter matters more; choose Rogue EM 190 PRO if price matters more. On the category's overall technical index, Rebel EMP 235ic scores 79/100 against 68/100 for Rogue EM 190 PRO.
| Parameter |
Rebel EMP 235ic
ESAB
F3 · Advanced
|
Rogue EM 190 PRO
ESAB
F2 · Intermediate
|
|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Use tier | F3 — Advanced | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~2500–3500 € | ~950–1150 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 29.21 × 68.58 × 49.53 cm | 22 × 59 × 38.5 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 28.6 kg | 16.9 kg |
| Voltage (V) | 230 V | 230 V |
| Category specs | ||
| Welding type | Multi-process | MIG/MAG |
| Max wire feed speed (m/min) | 17.8 m/min | 16.5 m/min |
| Max welding current (A) | 250 A | 190 A |
| Max wire diameter (mm) | 1.2 mm | 0.9 mm |
| Duty cycle (rated current) (%) | 25 % | — |
| 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 | Ø300 mm (~15 kg) | Ø200 mm (~5 kg) |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | The power source is equipped with ESAB's exclusive sMIG (Smart MIG) technology, an intelligent control system that continuously monitors arc characteristics to adapt to the operator's technique, ensuring a stable and repeatable weld. The interface is built around a multilingual color TFT display, which includes welding parameter guides and an integrated spare parts list. | The system is based on a proprietary interface featuring a built-in 5-inch TFT screen. The firmware manages preset synergic programs (up to 27 lines) for various combinations of wire, gas, and thicknesses, facilitating the setup of welding parameters via a single knob control. It includes a memory function to save and recall up to 10 customized jobs. There is no wireless connectivity or external cloud interaction, nor does it support PC or smartphone software. All functionalities remain strictly manageable from the control panel of the welder. |
The differences that matter
- Price: Rebel EMP 235ic 3000 € vs Rogue EM 190 PRO 1050 € — Rogue EM 190 PRO wins (+186%)
- Max wire diameter: Rebel EMP 235ic 1.2 mm vs Rogue EM 190 PRO 0.9 mm — Rebel EMP 235ic wins (+33%)
- Max wire feed speed: Rebel EMP 235ic 17.8 m/min vs Rogue EM 190 PRO 16.5 m/min — Rebel EMP 235ic wins (+8%)
Which one to choose
Choose Rebel EMP 235ic if…
you value max wire diameter and max wire feed speed.
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