The best welding masks, compared.
Top pick: YESWELDER LYG-L600A – Highest score in this set: shade 4 and 9–13, 1/1/1/2 optics, and the only EN ISO 16321 line. Best value: HITBOX HT111 – Shades 4, 5–9 and 9–13, a replaceable cell and 390 g listed, at about £24.99. Updated October 2026.
A welding mask on amazon.co.uk is a head-worn face shield with a welding filter. The same listings also call it a welding helmet or hood. Garage MIG, MMA and TIG buyers in these files judge a mask by whether it darkens, whether they can see the pool, and whether the shell leaks light. A stated shade range, a real viewing size and a standards sentence are the checks that separate the listings. Two styles share one review pool, and two artworks share another, so those stars are not separate tests. The mask does not filter welding fume, and it does not replace gloves, clothing or a screen for people nearby. How to read shade, sensors and a standards line is set out in the [welding mask buying guide](/hub/soldering-and-welding/welding-mask/sub/welding-mask-buying-guide). Passive glass and hand-held shields are not in these files. Filter goggles can suit gas welding without sparks. They are not adequate for arc welding unless you also wear a face shield. Grind mode exists only where the listing says grind, or weld, cut and grind.
A welding mask on amazon.co.uk is a head-worn face shield with a welding filter. The same listings also call it a welding helmet or hood.
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The YESWELDER LYG-L600A combines a shade 4 light state, shades 9–13 for welding and a 92 x 42 mm true-colour window for £37.04. Two sensors and named TIG, MIG, MMA and grind uses make its specification more complete than most masks below £40 here. It is also the only listing in this set that names EN ISO 16321, alongside ANSI and CSA references, though this comparison has not independently certified the claim. The 4.6-star average from 224 reviews is strong but rests on a much smaller pool than DEKO or LESOLEIL. Its main weakness is a serious weight conflict: one bullet says 500 g while the item field says 950 g. For low-current TIG, the missing minimum amperage still matters, so the word TIG alone is not a guarantee against flashing.
Pros
Cons
Best for: A buyer wanting the clearest standards line and a balanced MIG, MMA and occasional TIG specification
Less suitable: Low-amp TIG where a verified minimum trigger current is essential
Specifications
Common questions
What shade range does the listing state?
The listing states a light state of shade 4 and a dark range of 9–13.
How is the filter powered?
Solar assistance plus a replaceable CR2450 cell.
Which standards does the listing name?
The seller says the mask is compliant with ANSI Z87.1, CSA Z94.3 and EN ISO 16321. This page has not certified that claim.
The LESOLEIL WHD-10122uk provides a 92 x 42 mm window, two sensors and shades 4/9–13 for £33.38. Its 4.5-star average from 3,740 reviews is one of the largest evidence pools here, and the listing names MIG, TIG and ARC use. The viewing tint is blue-green rather than true colour, which may matter when you are trying to distinguish the pool and joint. Its button cell is described as non-removable, and the seller makes clear that the solar panel does not store electricity. At a listed 710 g it is neither the lightest nor the heaviest option. This is a straightforward mid-range choice, but the sealed power arrangement limits long-term serviceability.
Pros
Cons
Best for: Occasional MIG or stick welding where a conventional window and broad review evidence matter
Less suitable: Buyers wanting a serviceable battery or true-colour view
Specifications
Common questions
What shade range does the listing state?
Dark shades DIN 9–13 and a light state of DIN 4.
How is the filter powered?
The seller says the button cell is not removable, and that the solar panel does not store electricity.
Which processes does the seller name?
MIG, TIG and ARC in the highlight. MMA and MAG are not in this file's bullets.
The TOOLIOM TL-31800H has the largest stated viewing area in this set at 3.94 x 3.66 inches, backed by four sensors and 1/1/1/2 optical figures. Its shade 4 light state, 5–9 and 9–13 dark ranges, and separate weld, cut and grind modes make it the most fully specified filter here. At £54.14, it costs roughly twice as much as several workable mid-range masks. The 4.5-star average from 628 reviews is reassuring, but one report of a headband failing on the second use prevents price from standing in for durability. The listing's type-C wording also sits beside replaceable-lithium and solar descriptions, so charging expectations need checking against the supplied manual. It suits a user who values peripheral view and sensor coverage, though its listed 1.04 kg weight may be tiring.
Pros
Cons
Best for: Frequent switching between welding, cutting and grinding where a wide view matters
Less suitable: Budget buyers or anyone prioritising low worn weight
Specifications
Common questions
What shade range does the listing state?
Light state DIN 4, with dark ranges of 5–9 and 9–13.
How is the filter powered?
A replaceable lithium cell and solar assistance. One highlight also says type-C and solar, so check the manual for how it charges.
Which processes does the seller name?
MIG, TIG, weld, cut and grind, with separate modes for weld, cut and grind.
The unbranded UNIT*US*A810 gives you a 92.5 x 42.5 mm window, two sensors and shades 4/9–13 for £29.90. Its stated 1/1/1/2 optical figures and named grinding mode are unusually complete at this price. The listing averages 4.5 stars from 418 reviews, but the product identity and power arrangement are less clear than on branded alternatives. At 1.12 kg as listed, it is also the heaviest figure in this comparison and may become tiring during longer sessions. The title promises six replacement lenses and gloves, while one reviewer received only one replacement lens. This is attractive on specification, but the uncertain bundle and brand support should temper the value claim.
Pros
Cons
Best for: Occasional welding and grinding where specification breadth matters more than brand support
Less suitable: Long shifts, or buyers who need certainty about included spares
Specifications
Common questions
What shade range does the listing state?
Shade 4 in the light state and DIN 9–13 when dark.
How is the filter powered?
The title says solar powered and mentions a battery indicator. The technical block says batteries are not included and not required.
Which processes does the seller name?
ARC, MIG/MAG, TIG and grinding.
The HITBOX HB-001 gives you shades 4, 5–9 and 9–13 plus a 3.54 x 1.57-inch true-colour window for £26.99. Its 4.4-star average from 615 reviews is useful evidence, but that pool is shared with the Planet artwork and should count once rather than as two independent products. The listing names MIG, MAG, TIG, MMA, ARC and plasma cutting, making it flexible for a small home workshop. Optical class, sensor count and a definite grind mode are not stated, so the long process list should not be mistaken for a complete filter specification. The 770 g figure is package weight rather than clearly the weight on your head. It is a sensible mid-price option when window size and shade range matter more than documented optics.
Pros
Cons
Best for: Occasional multi-process workshop use at a mid-range price
Less suitable: Buyers who need a confirmed grind mode or a low-amp TIG trigger rating
Specifications
Common questions
What shade range does the listing state?
DIN 4, then 5–9 and 9–13.
How is the filter powered?
The title says solar. The technical block says batteries are not included.
Which processes does the seller name?
MIG, MAG, TIG, MMA, ARC and plasma cutting.
The HITBOX Planet has the same £26.99 price, 3.54 x 1.57-inch viewing area and shade 4/5–9/9–13 range as the blue HB-001. The true-colour claim and broad MIG, MAG, TIG, MMA, ARC and plasma list make it more informative than most sub-£20 masks. Its 4.4-star score from 615 reviews is shared with the blue artwork, so the rating does not show that this shell graphic performs differently. The listing does not state optical class, sensor count or grind mode. Its 770 g listed weight is appreciably higher than the 390 g figure for the HT111. Choose it for the artwork and stated window, not because the duplicate review pool makes it a separately proven model.
Pros
Cons
Best for: Hobby welding where the stated shade range and design are the main priorities
Less suitable: Buyers who need independently reviewed variants or documented low-amp performance
Specifications
Common questions
What shade range does the listing state?
DIN 4, then 5–9 and 9–13.
How is the filter powered?
Solar in the title. The listing says batteries are not included.
Which processes does the seller name?
MIG, MAG, TIG, MMA, ARC and plasma cutting.
The DEKO MZ gives you an auto-darkening 3.62 x 1.65-inch viewing window for MIG, MMA, TIG and plasma work at £28.99. Its true-colour claim and external control make it easier to approach than the cheapest masks in this set, although the listing does not state the numerical shade range in its main bullets. The 1/2/1/2 optical figures are less even than the 1/1/1/2 figures stated for several rivals. Its 4.3-star rating comes from a large pool of 3,675 reviews, but that pool is shared with another DEKO style and should not be read as a separate test of this shell. The listing also conflicts on weight, giving 650 g in one field and 2 lb in a bullet. A reviewer who replaced the CR2032 and still had no dimming points to a faulty unit that should be returned rather than adjusted repeatedly.
Pros
Cons
Best for: Occasional MIG or MMA where a replaceable battery and external control matter
Less suitable: Buyers who need a clearly stated low-amp TIG threshold or consistent weight data
Specifications
Common questions
What shade range does the listing state?
An external knob is mentioned. The main bullets do not state a numerical shade range.
How is the filter powered?
A replaceable CR2032 and solar assistance. One reviewer replaced the battery and the filter still did not dim. Treat that as a faulty unit and return it.
Which processes does the seller name?
MMA, MIG, TIG and plasma.
The DEKO Mz224t provides the same 3.62 x 1.65-inch auto-darkening format as the bright-black style, with a flame graphic and a £28.99 price. Its listing names MIG, MMA, TIG and plasma, while the replaceable CR2032 avoids relying entirely on the solar panel. The 1/2/1/2 optical figures trail the 1/1/1/2 figures stated by the YESWELDER, TOOLIOM and unbranded A810. Although the listing carries 4.3 stars from 3,675 reviews, those reviews are shared with the other DEKO style rather than proving that this artwork was assessed separately. The numerical shade range is not stated in the main bullets, which makes comparison less direct. Weight is also inconsistent at 760 g in the item field versus 2 lb in a bullet.
Pros
Cons
Best for: Hobby MIG and MMA users wanting a familiar mid-price mask with replaceable power
Less suitable: Anyone requiring current-standard wording or a documented minimum TIG current
Specifications
Common questions
What shade range does the listing state?
An external knob is mentioned. The main bullets do not state a numerical shade range.
How is the filter powered?
Solar assistance and a replaceable CR2032.
Which standards does the listing name?
The listing says the specification met is ANSI Z871, EN 379 and MMA. Z871 is the spelling on the listing. EN 379 is an older scheme, not BS EN ISO 16321.
The HITBOX HT111 covers shades 4, 5–9 and 9–13 for £24.99, giving it a useful range for welding and cutting tasks. Its listed 390 g weight is comparatively manageable, and the seller claims a wide true-colour view, although no window dimensions or optical class are supplied. The 4.3-star average from 328 reviews offers more evidence than the sub-£20 masks without relying on a huge shared colourway pool. A replaceable lithium battery plus solar assistance is practical, but the battery type is not named. One wearer with varifocals reports that the headband pushed their glasses down. It offers the strongest price-to-specification balance here, provided you do not need documented optical figures or spectacle-friendly fit.
Pros
Cons
Best for: Best value for occasional MIG, MMA or plasma work on a modest budget
Less suitable: Spectacle wearers who cannot test the headgear or buyers needing optical-class evidence
Specifications
Common questions
What shade range does the listing state?
The listing states shade 4, then 5–9 and 9–13.
How is the filter powered?
Solar assistance and a replaceable lithium battery. The cell type is not named.
Will it fit over glasses?
A reviewer with varifocals says the headband pushes the glasses down. If you wear spectacles, try the headgear before you rely on it.
The DEECOZY ASF32 is a £17.99 auto-darkening mask whose title states shades 9–13. Its claimed 280 g weight is notably low, which may appeal for short jobs, but the listing does not state the viewing area, optical class or sensor count. Review evidence is limited to 48 ratings at 4.1 stars, so isolated faults carry more weight than they would in a large pool. One reviewer says the filter was not adjustable for vision, and another found gaps above and below the lens holder. Those light-gap reports are a material reason not to treat the low price as automatic value. Conflicting battery wording and the absence of a stated grind mode add further uncertainty.
Pros
Cons
Best for: A buyer comparing entry prices who can inspect the shell and filter before any arc work
Less suitable: A first safety purchase or anyone unable to return a unit with a lens gap
Specifications
Common questions
What shade range does the listing state?
The title states 9–13. One reviewer says it is not adjustable for vision.
How is the filter powered?
The bullets say solar and a built-in button battery. The technical block says batteries are not required.
Do the reviews mention a light gap?
A reviewer found gaps at the top and bottom of the lens holder. Do not tape a gap and then strike an arc.
The SUNJULY is a £16.99 auto-darkening mask with a listed shade range of 6–13 and named MIG, TIG and arc uses. Its title claims true colour, but there are no optical digits, viewing dimensions or sensor count to show how the filter compares. The stated 130 g weight is exceptionally low for a complete helmet and should be treated as a listing figure rather than a verified worn weight. Its 4.0-star average comes from only 53 reviews. More importantly, a reviewer reported a gap at the top and bottom of the lens. That report, combined with the sparse specification, makes this a risky place to save a few pounds.
Pros
Cons
Best for: Price comparison only, with careful inspection and a straightforward return route
Less suitable: A dependable first helmet, or frequent arc welding
Specifications
Common questions
What shade range does the listing state?
The item highlight states 6–13.
How is the filter powered?
The listing says solar. It does not name a replaceable cell.
Do the reviews mention a light gap?
A reviewer reported a gap at the top and bottom of the lens. A light gap is a reason to stop, not a fault to tape over.
The SGZIOO welding mask-20 lists shades 6–13, a headlamp and MIG, MMA, TIG, plasma and grinding uses for £16.59. At 480 g it is not burdened by the implausibly low weight figures seen on two other entry masks. However, its 3.7-star average is based on only seven reviews, so there is too little evidence for confidence. The battery description conflicts between solar, CR2032, AA and lithium-ion references. Neither the viewing area nor sensor count nor optical class is stated. With comments describing it as toy-like, the small saving over better-documented masks is difficult to justify.
Pros
Cons
Best for: A non-critical comparison point for shoppers focused on the lowest advertised price
Less suitable: A first welding helmet, low-amp TIG or regular workshop use
Specifications
Common questions
What shade range does the listing state?
The listing states 6–13.
How is the filter powered?
The bullets say a solar mask and a CR2032 headlamp. The technical block also mentions one AA cell and lithium-ion. Those statements conflict.
Which processes does the seller name?
MMA, MIG, TIG and plasma, with grinding named in the title.
We compared 12 auto-darkening welding mask listings on amazon.co.uk. The score runs from 0 to 100 and is an editorial comparison of those listings. It is not a laboratory safety test and it is not a certification decision. Shared review pools count once. A gap around the filter takes the largest deduction. A filter that stays light after a fresh battery is treated as a faulty unit. “Suitable for TIG” earns no low-current credit unless the listing states a minimum amperage. The weights below sum to 100.
Amazon rating and review evidence
25%The amazon.co.uk star line and review count. A shared pool, such as the two DEKO styles or the two HITBOX artworks, counts once and is not treated as two tests.
Filter specification
25%Shade range, viewing area, optical figures and a stated sensor count receive credit only when the listing supplies them. A missing figure scores as missing.
Practical equipment
20%Replaceable power, a stated grind mode, a true-colour claim and usable controls receive credit in proportion to what the listing actually prints.
Price and value
15%Shelf price in GBP is judged against the stated specification and the review evidence. Price is not treated as proof of quality.
Review sentiment and data confidence
15%Repeated fit, light-gap, headgear or darkening complaints reduce the score. Contradictory weights, batteries and bundle claims also reduce confidence.
Check that the filter darkens, then read the shade range, the window and any sensor count the listing actually prints. A star rating shared across two colourways is a weak tie-break.
A welding mask in this comparison is a head-worn face shield with an auto-darkening filter. The amazon.co.uk listings also call the same product a welding helmet or hood. All twelve files are auto-darkening. Passive glass and hand-held shields are not in this set. Filter goggles can suit gas welding without sparks. They are not adequate for arc welding unless you also wear a face shield. Grind mode exists only where the listing says grind, or weld, cut and grind.
The two DEKO styles share 4.3 from 3,675 reviews. The HITBOX HB-001 and Planet artwork share 4.4 from 615. Count each pool once, and choose on the shade range, the window and the power arrangement.
LESOLEIL says the button cell is not removable and that the solar panel does not store charge. SGZIOO’s battery lines conflict. If the cell is sealed, you cannot swap it when the filter stops darkening.
Filter goggles can suit gas welding without sparks. They are not adequate for arc welding unless you also wear a face shield. Do not tape a light gap, and do not weld while the mask is in grind mode.
The filter must darken for the process you run. If it stays light, stop. Switching times on the listings are seller claims, not a timed test. On the Express Weldcare BS EN 169 supplier chart, arc shades sit roughly in 9–13: MMA about 80–175 A near shade 10, MIG on steel about 100–175 A near shade 11, and TIG about 20–40 A near shade 9. A light state around shade 4 shows the joint first. Start darker, then lighten until you see the pool. YESWELDER, LESOLEIL and the unbranded A810 state 4/9–13.
A gap at the lens is the largest deduction. DEECOZY and SUNJULY reviews describe a gap above and below the holder. Do not tape it. Use one weight figure. DEKO’s bullet says 2 lb; the item field says 650 g or 760 g. YESWELDER’s bullet says 500 g; the item field says 950 g. SUNJULY at 130 g and DEECOZY at 280 g are unusually low listing figures. The unbranded A810 lists 1.12 kg. HITBOX HB-001’s 770 g is package weight.
Three typical situations, each with a recommendation from this comparison.
You want a stated window and shades 9–13, and you should skip a shell whose reviews describe a light gap. The YESWELDER LYG-L600A states shade 4 and 9–13, a 92 x 42 mm window and EN ISO 16321, at about £37.04. It does not state a minimum TIG current, and the item weight of 950 g conflicts with a 500 g bullet.
You want a usable shade range without the top price in this set. The HITBOX HT111 states shades 4, 5–9 and 9–13 at about £24.99, with a listed weight of 390 g and a replaceable lithium cell. It does not state the window size or an optical class, and one varifocal wearer found the headband pushed their glasses down.
You switch modes in one session and want that switch printed on the listing. The TOOLIOM TL-31800H states four sensors, 1/1/1/2 optics and separate weld, cut and grind modes, at about £54.14. The viewing area is the largest stated here. The listed weight is 1.04 kg, and one review reports a headband failing on the second use.
For a balanced garage MIG, MMA or occasional TIG specification, the top pick is the YESWELDER LYG-L600A at about £37.04: shade 4 and 9–13, 1/1/1/2 optics, two sensors, and the only EN ISO 16321 line in this set. The item weight conflicts at 500 g and 950 g, and no minimum TIG current is stated. For a lower upfront price, the best value is the HITBOX HT111 at about £24.99, with shades 4, 5–9 and 9–13 and a listed 390 g. It does not state optical class or window size. None of these scores is a laboratory safety test, or a claim about every welding mask on sale in Britain.
YESWELDER LYG-L600A
Highest score in this set: shade 4 and 9–13, 1/1/1/2 optics, and the only EN ISO 16321 line.
HITBOX HT111
Shades 4, 5–9 and 9–13, a replaceable cell and 390 g listed, at about £24.99.
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Peter F. is the editor for DIY & tools at productscompared.co.uk. Comparisons in this category are checked against amazon.co.uk listings, review evidence and public UK sources.
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