ESAB Rogue EM 190 PRO vs Lincoln Electric POWER MIG 262MP
Technical comparison · MIG/MAG welding (wire feed)
Rogue EM 190 PRO and POWER MIG 262MP are not direct competitors: different use classes (F2 vs F4), very different prices (~4.8×). Rogue EM 190 PRO costs less (~€1050) and is the entry-level choice; POWER MIG 262MP offers more capability at a higher price (~€5000). Judge them by budget, not head-to-head.
| Parameter |
Rogue EM 190 PRO
ESAB
F2 · Intermediate
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POWER MIG 262MP
Lincoln Electric
F4 · Semi-professional
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F4 — Semi-professional |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~950–1150 € | ~4500–5500 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 22 × 59 × 38.5 cm | 45.7 × 95.3 × 95.3 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 16.9 kg | 113.4 kg |
| Voltage (V) | 230 V | — |
| Maximum speed | — | 17780 mm/min |
| Category specs | ||
| Welding type | MIG/MAG | Multi-process |
| Max wire feed speed (m/min) | 16.5 m/min | 17.78 m/min |
| Max welding current (A) | 190 A | 300 A |
| Max wire diameter (mm) | 0.9 mm | — |
| Duty cycle (rated current) (%) | — | 60 % |
| Synergic control | True | True |
| Gasless capable | True | True |
| Power source technology | Inverter | — |
| Aluminium ready | True | True |
| Pulse capable | False | True |
| Input voltage | 230 V (single-phase) | Dual voltage |
| Supported spool | Ø200 mm (~5 kg) | Ø300 mm (~15 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. | The user interface of the POWER MIG 262MP is centered around a highly visible 7-inch color LCD display, which facilitates quick setup and clear visual communication of parameters. It includes advanced software features such as synergic control, allowing operators to automatically set wire feed speed and voltage by adjusting a single parameter. Additionally, Ready.Set.Weld® technology and the Weld Set Memory function allow users to easily save and recall frequent job configurations, significantly optimizing preparation time. The machine also features ArcFX® technology to visualize the effect of settings on the weld bead in real-time on the screen, reducing guesswork and enhancing the learning curve, a feature particularly beneficial in educational settings or for operators undergoing training. |
The differences that matter
- Price: Rogue EM 190 PRO 1050 € vs POWER MIG 262MP 5000 € — Rogue EM 190 PRO wins (+376%)
- Max wire feed speed: Rogue EM 190 PRO 16.5 m/min vs POWER MIG 262MP 17.78 m/min — POWER MIG 262MP wins (+8%)
Which one to choose
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