Lincoln Electric QUICKMIG 250 vs Telwin MAXIMA 160 Synergic
Technical comparison · MIG/MAG welding (wire feed)
QUICKMIG 250 and MAXIMA 160 Synergic are not direct competitors: very different prices (~5.4×). MAXIMA 160 Synergic costs less (~€300) and is the entry-level choice; QUICKMIG 250 offers more capability at a higher price (~€1630). Judge them by budget, not head-to-head.
| Parameter |
QUICKMIG 250
Lincoln Electric
F3 · Advanced
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MAXIMA 160 Synergic
Telwin
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Awards | ||
| Identity | ||
| Use tier | F3 — Advanced | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | 1630 € | ~250–350 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 39.5 × 83 × 76 cm | 23.5 × 45 × 37 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 50 kg | 9.29 kg |
| Power (W) | — | 2600 W |
| Voltage (V) | 400 V | 230 V |
| Category specs | ||
| Welding type | Multi-process | MIG/MAG |
| Max wire feed speed (m/min) | 18 m/min | — |
| Max welding current (A) | 250 A | 150 A |
| Max wire diameter (mm) | 1.2 mm | 1.2 mm |
| Duty cycle (rated current) (%) | 35 % | 20 % |
| Synergic control | True | True |
| Gasless capable | True | True |
| Power source technology | Inverter | Inverter |
| Aluminium ready | True | True |
| Pulse capable | False | 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 machine's control relies on a proprietary hardware interface integrated into the front panel, featuring large LED displays that clearly show welding parameters in real-time. It does not require any external software to function, nor a mobile application, operating entirely offline. The digital panel allows the operator to quickly access 24 preset synergic programs, optimized for welding carbon steel, stainless steel, aluminum, and gasless flux-cored wire. The internal microprocessor automatically manages wire speed and arc voltage based on the selected thickness and material, reducing setup times. Fine adjustments for inductance and burn-back can be intuitively accessed directly from the on-board interface. | — |
MakerSpecs Awards
Best value Advanced
At €1630 it offers the best performance-to-price ratio among the 15 advanced MIG/MAG welding (wire feed) machines, with a technical score of 81/100.
How we assign awards →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: QUICKMIG 250 1630 € vs MAXIMA 160 Synergic 300 € — MAXIMA 160 Synergic wins (+443%)
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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