10 Best Soldering Irons for Beginners and Experts 2023

2. Antibes Soldering Iron Kit

The Andes soldering iron kit comes with five interchangeable soldering tips, allowing for a range of different projects.

• Features a lightweight aluminum frame.

• It comes with a carrying pouch for the iron and accessories.

• Temperature is adjustable from 200C to 450C.

• Kit includes:

  • Spiral metal stand.

  • Desoldering pump.

  • Tin wire tube.

  • Tweezers.

  • Wire strippers.

  • 24awg wire.

PROS

✔️The zipper case and accessories are as advertised, it heats *very* quickly (less than 30 seconds from plugging in to soldering – I didn’t measure it to see how much less), and the temperature does adjust.

✔️It puts out plenty of heat for tinning 16 gauge stranded copper wire – the “350” setting was more than hot enough and the included rosin-core solder wicked freely onto the wire.

CONS

➖The soldering iron fits all the way into the spiral metal stand with the tip sticking far out the small end – normally the handle stops at the opening with the tip protected inside the coil. The base is light as one reviewer said, and if I were going to be using it much I’d mount it to a board. I had no problem with threads stripping when assembling the stand – it tightened up solidly, and if you did over-torque it there is plenty of thread left to adjust the nuts to an undamaged section.

3. Weller WLC100 Soldering Iron

The Weller WLC100 features adjustable power control with a range from 5 to 40 watts.

• Features a replaceable heating element and a cushioned foam grip.

• The base unit comes with an on/off switch and a power indicator light.

• Includes an iron stand and a built-in sponge for tip cleaning.

• Features an ST3 iron-plated copper 1/8-inch screwdriver tip.

PROS

✔️ Good for DIY, hobby, and occasional use
✔️ Good quality for the price
✔️Weller is well-reputed and major brand, so a large variety of tips are available to suit almost any project

CONS

➖only 40 watts so it takes a while for the tip to re/heat than a higher wattage

4. Hakko FX601-02 Soldering Iron

The Hakko FX601-02 features a convenient temperature adjustment dial.

• Ideal for soldering applications that require mobility or a long reach.

• It features a lightweight, ergonomic design that can be used comfortably.

• It allows the user to select the optimal soldering temperature.

• Electronic controls and efficient ceramic heater provide accuracy and stability.

PROS

✔️This iron is a gem, pun intended. Heats up very quickly, maintains temperature after cleaning the tip, and between solder joints. Tinning wire ends has never been easier or quicker. I barely have to touch a join before the solder flows, and stays flowing until I remove the iron, preventing cold joins. I rarely need any heat setting past the third one, but the high heat is there if I need it.

CONS

➖This would be ok for one use that’s it. Like a dummy I keep buying the fx-601 would not last. So I bought a Weller we1010 much better iron.

Must-have Accessory

Don’t forget the solder.

5. TasiHome 110 V 60W Soldering Iron

The Tasihome soldering iron features optimum tip temperature adjustment.

• It allows for easy adjustment of the temperature with a simple dial.

• Includes anti-static lead for protection.

• Includes red indicator light to maintain a consistent temperature.

PROS

✔️It’s easy to tell when it’s up to temp. There is an LED that glows solid until it’s heated up, then it flickers. My bet is that it is a PWM circuit that is constantly checking the temp of the iron and maintaining that specific setting by the pulsing current to the element.

✔️It’s easy to tell when it’s up to temp. There is an LED that glows solid until it’s heated up, then it flickers. My bet is that it is a PWM circuit that is constantly checking the temp of the iron and maintaining that specific setting by the pulsing current to the element.

CONS

➖If I set the temperature to 500F. The entire body gets lukewarm, the tip appears to get very hot, the red light goes out to tell me it’s done heating up (I’ve left this by itself for more than 5 minutes).

6. Weller P2KC Cordless Butane Soldering Iron

The Weller P2KC features a lightweight, compact cordless butane design.

• Piezo ignition with push-button ease and convenience.

• Fast heat-up for high productivity, melts solder in less than 40 seconds.

• The gas capacity allows up to one hour of continuous use, ample for most jobs

• Refills in less than 20 seconds.

• Automatic cut-off switch for safety when cap replaced.

• It can also be used as a mini-torch with an optional PPT12 flame tip.

PROS

✔️Very good functionality & fit to the hand
✔️Super portable. You can take it anywhere… workbench, up a ladder, or inside a cramped boat engine compartment
✔️Excellent proximity of the gas on/off & the ignition buttons
✔️Good control of the butane flow rate
✔️Simple to fill & to easy read butane level
✔️Easy to replace the tip
✔️Good safety design — the tool can be immediately capped after use to avoid accidental contact with the hot tip

CONS

➖I only need it occasionally, but every time I’ve had to use it, lighting it became much more difficult. Yesterday, I needed to attach solder 8 connections, so I broke them up into 2 sets knowing how hard this thing is to light. It took 30-40 strikes each time before finally catching it. I tried a Bic lighter, but it would only burn the butane outside of the tip. I’ve gone to the Weller site, but there isn’t much information there. I’m hoping that they will warranty the item.

7. Weller SP40NKUS Soldering Iron

The Weller SP40NKUS features a triangular front housing with three built-in LEDs for helpful illumination when working.

• Produces 40 watts for up to 900 degrees F.

• Designed for joining 12 AWG wire or smaller.

• Features a round, soft-grip, non-slip handle design.

• It provides a mechanism to roll and position the tip easily when working.

PROS

✔️The rubberized handle gives a great grip and I’ve had no issues with the handle getting too hot even after using it for an extended period of time. The included cable is too short to reach my workstations, so I’d recommend getting a heavy duty (read: not the cheap ones from the dollar store) extension cord to extend the reach of the soldering iron.

CONS

➖This seems to be a common problem with these. Cheap and disposable. Has a nice feature with LEDs to see what you’re doing. The irony of the iron is that the LEDs last years…sadness. 

8. Portasol Pro Piezo Cordless Butane Soldering Iron

The Portasol Pro Piezo features a cordless butane design.

• Features DuPont engineered plastics tested for compatibility with butane.

• Constructed from materials designed to prevent deterioration and increase durability.

• Ultrasonic welding prevents gas leaking on exposure to impact, UV light, and hot/cold temperatures.

PROS

✔️ Small and light
✔️ Fills quickly
✔️ Nice snug storage box with lots of accessories
✔️ Hot blower nozzle works well for heat shrink wrapping of electrical wires
✔️ Stand a bit too snug sometimes but will ensure torch doesn’t get knocked over

CONS

➖ Some soldering tips are useless 

9. Choice 100W Soldering Iron

The Choice 100W soldering iron comes with a 1/4 inch chisel style tip.

• Heats up to 1000 degrees Fahrenheit.

• 100 watts.

• Simple design and functionality.

PROS

✔️I have been doing stained glass for about 10 years since I retired. I have also taken four courses at a craft school in Georgia, one week each time. This is by far the best iron I have used and I have used many. It is recommended to use 80 watts but 100 watts is the one to use. As a plus, the price is very reasonable.

CONS

➖Iron melted at top of the handle while setting in the stand.

10. Magento Tools Soldering Iron Kit

The Magento Tools kit contains a soldering iron and soldering wire, a solder sucker, a pump for desoldering, a selection of soldering tips, and a self-cleaning sponge stand.

• Versatile soldering iron uses patented ceramic-core induction technology.

• Temperature control with adjustments from 200° to 450°C.

• Large venting holes, and a durable heating element, dissipates heat quickly and cools down fast.

• Includes carrying case provides to transport your soldering iron and all of its accessories.

PROS

✔️It comes with lots of accessories that fit all in a very convenient case. The quality of the product is very high, I love how versatile and easy it to use it is. It is safe thanks to all the ways you can use it, and easy to keep together without losing parts.

CONS

➖First of all the thing came with some of the parts already been used. 

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