When you're outfitting a shop for laser plasma waterjet cutting, the plasma cutter you choose usually comes down to one big question: do you need a portable, new unit with a lower price, or a used system with a much larger cutting table? The Everlast PowerPlasma 82i with CNC package and the Koike Aronson CNC Plasma Cutter-II-510 represent exactly that tradeoff. The Everlast is new and portable, while the Koike is a used system with a substantial table. The price gap between them is thousands of dollars, and that gap shapes everything else in this comparison.
Quick verdict
Choose the Everlast PowerPlasma 82i if you want a new, portable cutter with a CNC torch package at a fraction of the cost of a large table system. Choose the Koike Aronson Cutter-II-510 if the work area of a large cutting table matters more than new condition.
Comparison table
| Product | Listed price | Condition | Key specifications | Price bar |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Everlast PowerPlasma 82i CNC | $1,659.00 | New | 80 amps, 1-phase, multiprocess, iPTM-80 CNC torch | |
| Koike Aronson Cutter-II-510 | $11,442.50 | Used | 5' x 10' table, CNC cutting system, 2005 |
Where the Everlast wins
The Everlast is a new unit with a lower price, so you get the benefit of buying something current rather than a used machine. It runs on 1-phase power, which is more common in smaller shops, and it's a multiprocess cutter that also handles CNC torch work. The included iPTM-80 CNC torch means you don't have to piece together a separate torch package. For a fabricator who wants a portable cutter they can move between a bench and a table, this is the more flexible option.
Where the Koike wins
The Koike Aronson Cutter-II-510 is a complete CNC plasma cutting system with a robust table. That table is the defining advantage: it gives you a far larger work envelope than a portable cutter alone. The model name itself references Advanced Cutting Systems, and the table is designed for precision plasma operations. If your work involves large sheets or oversized parts, the Koike's footprint is something the Everlast package simply doesn't offer.
A closer look at each machine
Everlast PowerPlasma 82i CNC Package
At $1,659, the Everlast PowerPlasma 82i is the pragmatic choice when you're starting out or upgrading from a hand torch. It's a new, multiprocess 80-amp cutter with 1-phase input and an iPTM-80 CNC torch in this package. It's positioned as a professional-level plasma table machine, and the power-to-cost ratio is a strong selling point. The package concentrates on the cutter and torch rather than a table, so you'll pair it with your own cutting table when building a CNC station. That's the key limitation compared to the Koike, which includes a full table.
Koike Aronson CNC Plasma Cutter-II-510
The Koike Aronson Cutter-II-510 is a used system with a 5' x 10' cutting table, priced at $11,442.50. That price buys a CNC plasma cutting system with a robust table designed for precision plasma operations. The model name includes Advanced Cutting Systems, and the 2005 manufacture date confirms this is an older machine. If you need a large work envelope for oversized parts, the table is the reason to choose it. The main limitation is used condition: you're buying a system that's been around for years, so it lacks the new-unit status of the Everlast. For shops that need to cut large sheets, the Koike's table footprint is the concrete advantage.
Final choice by use case
If your shop is tight on space, you want new equipment, and you're ready to supply your own cutting surface, the Everlast PowerPlasma 82i CNC package is the sensible buy. If your work routinely demands a large cutting area and you'd rather buy a complete used table system, the Koike Aronson Cutter-II-510 is the pick. There's no universal winner-only the machine that fits the way you cut.
