Lincoln Electric POWER MIG 215 MPi vs Telwin MAXIMA 160 Synergic
Technical comparison · MIG/MAG welding (wire feed)
POWER MIG 215 MPi and MAXIMA 160 Synergic are not direct competitors: very different prices (~7.7×). MAXIMA 160 Synergic costs less (~€300) and is the entry-level choice; POWER MIG 215 MPi offers more capability at a higher price (~€2300). Judge them by budget, not head-to-head.
| Parameter |
POWER MIG 215 MPi
Lincoln Electric
F3 · Advanced
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MAXIMA 160 Synergic
Telwin
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Awards | — | |
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2022 | — |
| Use tier | F3 — Advanced | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~2100–2500 € | ~250–350 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 27.6 × 58.8 × 38.3 cm | 23.5 × 45 × 37 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 21.8 kg | 9.29 kg |
| Power (W) | — | 2600 W |
| Voltage (V) | 230 V | 230 V |
| Category specs | ||
| Welding type | Multi-process | MIG/MAG |
| Max welding current (A) | 220 A | 150 A |
| Max wire diameter (mm) | 1.1 mm | 1.2 mm |
| Duty cycle (rated current) (%) | 30 % | 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 machine does not require external software to operate, as it features an integrated user interface via a 3.5-inch color TFT display. The proprietary firmware includes Ready.Set.Weld technology for guided parameter setup and ArcFX functionality for real-time visual feedback on adjustments. There is no cloud connectivity or Wi-Fi for remote management, ensuring completely local and independent control. | — |
MakerSpecs Awards
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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: POWER MIG 215 MPi 2300 € vs MAXIMA 160 Synergic 300 € — MAXIMA 160 Synergic wins (+667%)
- Max wire diameter: POWER MIG 215 MPi 1.1 mm vs MAXIMA 160 Synergic 1.2 mm — MAXIMA 160 Synergic wins (+9%)
Which one to choose
Choose MAXIMA 160 Synergic if…
you value price and max wire diameter. It is the best value for money in its class.
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