ESAB Rogue EM 125 MIG Welder vs ESAB Rogue EM 190 PRO

Technical comparison · MIG/MAG welding (wire feed)

In brief

Rogue EM 125 MIG Welder is the best value for money in its class. Rogue EM 125 MIG Welder and Rogue EM 190 PRO are two mig/mag welding (wire feed) in a similar class. Choose Rogue EM 125 MIG Welder if price matters more; choose Rogue EM 190 PRO if max wire feed speed matters more. On the category's overall technical index, Rogue EM 190 PRO scores 68/100 against 33/100 for Rogue EM 125 MIG Welder.

Parameter
ESAB Rogue EM 190 PRO Rogue EM 190 PRO ESAB F2 · Intermediate
Awards
Identity
Use tier F2 — Intermediate F2 — Intermediate
Price
Price (€) ~400–500 € ~950–1150 €
Universal specs
Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) 22 × 59 × 38.5 cm 22 × 59 × 38.5 cm
Weight (kg) 12.6 kg 16.9 kg
Voltage (V) 120 V 230 V
Category specs
Welding type MIG/MAG MIG/MAG
Max wire feed speed (m/min) 11.4 m/min 16.5 m/min
Max welding current (A) 125 A 190 A
Max wire diameter (mm) 0.9 mm 0.9 mm
Synergic control True
Gasless capable True True
Power source technology Inverter Inverter
Aluminium ready True
Pulse capable False
Input voltage 230 V (single-phase)
Supported spool Ø200 mm (~5 kg) Ø200 mm (~5 kg)
Ecosystem
Cloud dependency No No
Software notes 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.

MakerSpecs Awards

Rogue EM 125 MIG Welder

Best value Intermediate

At €450 it offers the best performance-to-price ratio among the 9 intermediate MIG/MAG welding (wire feed) machines, with a technical score of 33/100.

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Best price Intermediate

The lowest list price among intermediate MIG/MAG welding (wire feed) machines: €450. The second cheapest starts at €600. (Excluding manufacturer or retailer discounts.)

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Rogue EM 190 PRO

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The differences that matter

  • Price: Rogue EM 125 MIG Welder 450 € vs Rogue EM 190 PRO 1050 € — Rogue EM 125 MIG Welder wins (+133%)
  • Max wire feed speed: Rogue EM 125 MIG Welder 11.4 m/min vs Rogue EM 190 PRO 16.5 m/min — Rogue EM 190 PRO wins (+45%)

Which one to choose

Choose Rogue EM 125 MIG Welder if…

you value price. It is the best value for money in its class.

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Choose Rogue EM 190 PRO if…

you value max wire feed speed.

See the Rogue EM 190 PRO sheet →

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