I already have a Hobart Handler 210MVP and wanted a stick welder for outside and dirty jobs. So far I've only laid a few bead with it. I've run several test beads using 6011, 6013, 7014 and 7018 rods of various sizes (5/64, 3/32 and 1/8) and it ran all of them perfectly. So far I'm very pleased with it. I looked at the 160i initially, but wanted the extra power the 210i provides. I just wish the 210i was multi voltage like the 160i.

Haven't used it a whole lot yet other then making some practice beads. Seems to do well on 1/4 steel with a 1/8 rod. What few scrap pieces I did weld stayed together. Need more practice and use to tell how well it does in the long run.

This machine I bought is just as good as the Miller equivalent at a much lower cost. Great machine to start out with

After much research and trying out a couple of different machines I'm glad I chose this rig. Has a smooth arc, and will fit the bill for any small fab, hobbyist, farm or agricultural setting, or light to medium repair shop setting. With the ability to reach 210 amps, you can really crank it up and weld some heavy materials. Compared to some other machines I've used, the "Hot start" functionality, makes rod sticks a thing of the past. I'm currently welding on a project using 1/4 mild plate and this thing hasn't missed a beat yet. I've thrown 5 lbs of 1/8th 6011, 7018, and 6013. So far, no issues with any of those rods. I haven't had a chance to use 6010 yet, so I can't speak to it's ability on it, but the above rods I've listed work smooth as heck. Did I mention that this thing can be carried with a shoulder strap? Yeah, it's that light. Also, for the normal operator, if you keep this thing below 90ish amps, you will never hit the duty cycle on it. So far, for the couple of hours I've welded on it, I've yet to see the overheat warning light come on, unless I've pushed it above that range. In summary, if you're on the fence because this is "new" tech, and not an old transformer based model like the ones we've grown accustomed to, pull the trigger on this purchase and don't look back.

This little DC welder works great! Especially after using an AC stick welder for years. This DC is much easier to start even with a new rod. I should have bought this years ago!

Small and lightweight.

I found this machine to work pretty much as advertised. My only slight disappointment is the % of time one can weld versus waiting for the unit to "rest". I understand that there is a slight trade off with the size & portability of the unit and the ability to weld as long as I want.

I've had a 110v wirefeed for several years, and always found myself needing to weld material just beyond its limitations. I started looking at a 220v wirefeed but at twice the cost or more than the 210i. It has been an awesome and very impressive welding so far. Highly recommended for anyones home arsenal.

Unbelievable smooth steady arc. Strikes easy and once established you can almost just drag the rod. Excellent for a beginner and convenient for a seasoned welder to carry around. The leads weigh more then the power supply. Overall i love this little machine.

Welder works great! No problems. Excellent service from Cyberweld.