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Cigweld WeldSkill 185 MIG/STICK/TIG 3 IN 1 Welder

Cigweld WeldSkill 185 MIG/STICK/TIG 3 IN 1 Welder

 VerifiedMPN: W1008185
Cigweld WeldSkill 185 MIG/STICK/TIG 3 IN 1 Welder
4.3

50 reviews

Positive vs Negative
86%14%
Build Quality
4.4
Value for Money
4.4
Ease of Use
4.6
Cleaning & Maintenance ?
4.5
Safety
4.4
50 reviews
David H.
David H.NSW
 

Excellent Service – I bought this welder 2 1/2 years ago and from Total Tools based on knowing the quality of this brand. Unfortunately, the welder developed a fault which could not be repaired. The service that I received from both Total Tools in Albury and the Cigweld Technical team was excellent and although the welder was just out of warranty they agreed to … Read more ·  1

replace the unit with a brand new one. Thank you to your teams to back up what is in my experience a very good product.

Wes Peacock
Wes PeacockQLD
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185 Ultra – I personally know that cig welders are really the best product. I’ve just upgraded to the new 185 ultra welder and paid quick a price for it. Knowing it won’t disappoint, I think it would even be better if the pack came with a set of gloves and a helmet. It would also encourage home enthusiasts to buy and hit the ground running with a very good product Show details ·  1

Ricky Blaze
Ricky Blaze2 posts
 

Broken down 3 times – Was nice machine however broken down 3 times still under warranty... have been waiting a week to hear back.. cigweld more interested in palming me off to the place of purchase.. meanwhile I'm still down my welder with an increasing work load not to mention frustrated mangment at my work place, could cost me my job. Show details

Ricky Blaze
Ricky Blaze   

3 day and no response from Cigweld..

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Minnsey
MinnseyNSW2 posts
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Good quality and value for money – Cigweld 3 in 1 weldskill 185 is One of the best and easy to set up and use it gives me excellent welds and good panetration every time on big or small jobs Show details ·  2

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Phil C
Phil CNSW3 posts
 

Easy to use welder for a complete beginner – I had only used a stick welder before, with mixed results, some horrendous. I have used this fantastic welder during the restoration of my 58 Bugeye Sprite over the last couple of years and have become quite proficient at patch and plug welding. Using gas makes it so forgiving, and I would recommend this unit to anyone starting out. It has also… Read more ·  1

encouraged me to move on to some more serious welding, knowing that this welder will do everything I ask of it.

Positive reviews

Hoges020
Hoges020NSW
 

Best welder on the market – I’ve used a lot of welders and this is the best lays good consistent beads I am yet to use the tug function but I look forward to it thanks for making such a good product Show reply

Nick
NickVIC
 

Perfect versatile do-it-all – I've used this welder a multiple of times from welding dollies together to fitting full gates into frames. Used the gas mig , gasless mig and the stick welder and with small adjustments its a super easy unit to use for beginners and experienced alike Show details ·  1

JLR
JLR
 

Great Product – Cannot fault this machine, perfect in every way. Really easy to use and operates as described on the website and throughout the manual. Cigweld has done it again, innovation in their nature. Show reply

Negative reviews

Cameron M.
Cameron M.
 

Wire keeps burning back in drive rollers – Had this model for nearly two years. Nothing on my old lincoln mig welder. Welds okay have wire speed and amps set correctly. Keeps fusing back in drive rollers have to re thread through power lead. Very time consuming. Happens up to 5 times over 3 hrs welding. I don't like the delayed wire speed it has. Starts off slow than powers away. Cheers can anyone give me some technical advice. Show details

Chip
Chip3 posts
 
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Frustrated actually – A good machine when its working. Had it for a couple of years now and used on a half a dozen MIG jobs welding aluminium. Since new wire feed is continually catching and birdsnesting at the feed roller into the control lead. I have replaced the liner and the problem persists to the point that I am thinking about getting something else. Like I said when its working it's good but I have spent way too much time fixing this problem and not welding. Show details

Cigweld
Cigweld    

Chip, Something sounds wrong with your machine. It… Read more (+2 replies)

Mark
Mark
 
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Value for Money
Ease of Use

1kg spool spring – Just used for the first time today. Removed the 5kg spool adaptor and fitted a 1kg wire reel, found that the spring is too strong and pushes the plastic tensioning nut off completely. Had to adapt a different friction mechanism so that I was able to use. Really not suitable for the 1kg reel fitment. UPDATE Cigweld saw my review contacted me… Read more

and sent me an updated spring and metal flanged tensioning nut. Great they recognised the issue and did something about it. Now very happy.

Cigweld
Cigweld    

Mark, I am sorry to hear you had difficulties. I would… Read more

Recent reviews

Wayno
Wayno2 posts
 

Awesome machine – Bought this for work around home this machine is awesome. Easy to use highly recommend for any handyman. Cheap spares. Now my m ates want to borrow it. Thank you Show reply

John N.
John N.SA2 posts
 

Great option for tradies! – Cost effective, reliable and efficient. A great option for both new tradesmen and long term professionals. Easy to use and never have to worry about reliability issues (no break downs) Show details ·  1

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Liz
Liz2 posts
 

Perfect gift for hubby – Got this for hubby for repairs around the property. Hasn't missed a beat fixed the fence gate and has been easy to use. Would recommend to any body beginner to pro Show details ·  1

62bfree
62bfreeWestern Australia
 

Perfect home handy man welder – Purchased for around the house use on small metla and now the whole street wants me to help wiht repairs from cars to boat trailers and patio work, very portable and handy unit Show details ·  1

Ricardo
RicardoVIC3 posts
 

Robust Machine!!!! – Bullet proof machine and value for money 185 amps .Very stable arc ,easy to use and service and delivery was exceptional . Will buy again as I have been very impressed with Cigweld's quality machines Show details ·  1

Harry
HarryVIC
  Fair Incentive

Excellent – It’s perfect for everything I need and the capability of more than I require. It’s easy to operate overall an excellent unit. I couldn’t be happier with this device. Cheers Show details ·  1

simon M.
simon M.2 posts
 

Perfect unit can’t beat it – What a great 3 in 1 mig Omg what can I say how great the services are at Cigweld I ring and Someone answer all ways with help thanks Cigweld keep pumping out good machines love it Show details ·  1

karen
karen
 

excellent welder – my old man loves it, simple to use. weld straight out ftom the box and accessories are all included. warranty period is good. old man always trust his Cigweld welder Show reply

Jadeyn R
Jadeyn R
 

Best I Have Used !! – Had a few machines over the years, this thing is awesome. Use it most weekends, mainly on blue box tubing and 3mm plate for benches. Really want to get a cigweld plasma cutter when I have the $$$ Show details ·  1

Rob
RobVIC3 posts
 

Stick function did not work. Replacement machine had same problem – Bought this machine for range of functions and being a 10amp plug. Removed from box to try and easiest set up was to use the stick function. I discovered there was no power to the electrode, not even a hint of a spark no matter what I tried, which even included tapping the electrode holder against the earth clamp! Being a welder I knew the problem… Read more

was with the machine. I took it back and it was replaced and the same issue was discovered with the second machine of which I returned. At least I got my money back. I then bought a different brand of welder and that works perfectly. I was told I would be kept informed when the problem was discovered. I never heard a thing. So if you have one of these machines and have not used the stick or electrode function make sure you do as there maybe this issue in more than the two I tried.

Cigweld
Cigweld    

Rob, Sorry for the problems you experienced. It is very… Read more (+4 replies)

ben
benNSW
 

stopped working – worked ok for a while but then wire feed stopped alotgether spoke to them and just say to take it back to store i brought it from, a bit hard to do in the middle of job with deadline Show details

Cigweld
Cigweld    

G'day Ben, We are sorry to hear of your problems with… Read more

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Curtis
Curtis
 

Work's great – It great welding machine with a good price. With amazing quality. Work out of the box with no issues also is very user friendly good for all skill levels I would recommend this welder. Show details ·  1

Brett
BrettSA
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Brilliant welder – Absolutely brilliant welder for the money & easy to use. Only disappointing that doesn't come with Tig handpiece ( you have to pay extra - sucks because its advertised as 3 in 1 Show details

Rita F.
Rita F.VIC
 

Hubby loves it! – Husband is very happy with this product, it ticks all the boxes. It's a wonderful welder. Best purchase he has made in this area of products. Would definitely recommend this to anyone looking for a quality welder. Show details ·  1

Kitty
KittySouth Australia
 

My husband loves it – I brought this for my husband for Christmas. He loves it. He’s been making all this things round the house. His mates even borrow it all the time just wish they would bring it back Show details ·  1

Baggseynator
Baggseynator
 

Perfect size, wouldn’t buy any other brand! – The beads this beast lays are unexplainable, not to mention the multi uses it has on offer! Definitely would recommend this product to everyone, I love it and spend hours playing with it Show details ·  1

Anissa F.
Anissa F.
 

Money well spent! – Picked up this machine from my local Sydney Tools a few weeks ago via click and collect, and got to work with it the same day. It’s an awesome unit for odd jobs around the house, which are helping keep me sane during lockdown! Show details ·  1

Jul
Jul
 

Power packed in a small unit – Easy to set up and very pleased with the welding finishing. Very smooth and quiet especially in MMA mode. Small and compact and easy to bring to any jobs. Love it. Show details ·  1

Kenny
Kenny
 

Had nothing but problems – Like the title says had nothing but dramas with this machine, inconsistent wire feed and problems with the gas solenoid valve not activating when pressing the trigger, what made it worse was calling up cigwelds “customer support” who tell me they can’t help but to send it back to the store you purchased. What a muck around ended up returning it and purchasing another prominent brand. Show details

Cigweld
Cigweld    

We are sorry to hear that you had a less than ideal time… Read more

Phil
Phil
 

185 3 in 1 Great machine – Perfect for small to medium jobs. Stick is super smooth. Tig is good on stainless. Aluminium welding with spool gun is good as well. Suits my needs Very happy with this machine Show reply

Matthew H.
Matthew H.VIC
 

Such a handy little welder – Fantastic lightweight and extremely handy, really easy to set up will make any novice welder a pro. I love that fact it has the power of a much larger welder in such a compact little unit and its 3 in 1 which couldn't get any more convenient then that Show details ·  1

Graeme
Graeme3 posts
 

3-1welder – Does all that I need and is easy to use and set up great machine. I would certainly recommend this welder for home or small business.3 options is very helpful Show details ·  1

Kyle
Kyle
 

Great product – Easy to use will recommend to family and friends Great product easy to set up and easy to use, great value for money has a lot to offer, welding chart easy to read Show details ·  1

Dylan
Dylan2 posts
 

Bloody good machine – Ive had mine for a few years, and had a hammering, and always never missed a beat, ive done quite abit of light welding, and even upto 12mm heavy plate, the machine is a trooper Show details ·  1

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