I don't do a WHOLE lot of soldering, but I've used the cheapos before. This is not one of those. This one heats up super fast, the display is pretty intuitive and seems accurate. It's thicker than the typical soldering iron, which takes some getting used to, but the trade off of being able to quickly set this thing up as opposed to other options I think is worth it. The packaging was super nice. It really does have a high quality feel to it. More than that, though, it does what it's supposed to. It comes with different options as far as tips go, including chisels. The only thing I really don't like about it, especially since the packaging was so nice, is that it doesn't come with a case or anything. I don't know if the iron itself is worth $80, but I absolutely think it would be if it came with a nice case. I guess I'll just keep packing it back up in the original packaging until I find a better solution. That said, I don't think that's enough of a reason to deduct a star.

Things are very well (and stylishly) packaged. Kit comes with pretty much everything you'd need to get started soldering less the solder itself and maybe some wick and flux. I've been an electrical engineer for almost 30 years and have come to strongly favor Curie heating irons ( (first Metcal, but now Thermaltronics, others) when in the 'lab' environment. That said, sometimes you need to solder something quick and it's not convenient to drag out the power supply, holder etc.. That's where this comes in. It's battery powered, very portable and does the job. It heats up quickly, there's a selection of tips for lighter-duty activities. It's a great addition to the garage for quick jobs or perhaps things like car stereo installation. I could even see uses for in my past when tuning/troubleshooting large circuits/setups where dragging things to the solder station slows things down. The 'grounding' aspect of the iron will likely preclude it seeing much action in most serious labs though. The grip is a a little more awkward that the slim 'pencil' type irons I use all the time, but I suppose that has to trade with battery space and the lighting aspect. I still prefer this over those cheap clunker irons. This makes the 3rd or 4th Fanttik product I've been impressed by. I'm still at 5 stars, but I think the product line could be improved further by: including a carrying case for the kit, making the stand more portable--a design that folds up, slenderizing the grip section to be more like a 'lab' iron and including a power supply that ensures/monitors grounding at the tip.

I recently received the Fanttik T1 Max Soldering Iron Kit, and I must say, it is a game-changer! The cordless design is incredibly convenient, allowing for freedom of movement during soldering tasks. The 7-second fast heating feature is a real time-saver, ensuring I can get to work quickly without waiting around. The temperature range of 390°F-840℉ is versatile and perfect for a variety of precision soldering tasks. The auto sleep function adds a level of safety and energy efficiency, giving me peace of mind during extended use. The 4 precision soldering tips (C210) included in the kit are of high quality and have proven to be essential for my repair projects. The 360° swivel stand is a thoughtful addition, providing stability and ease of use while working on delicate repairs. This soldering iron has quickly become my go-to tool for precision repair tasks, and I am thoroughly impressed with its performance and reliability. Overall, the Fanttik T1 Max Soldering Iron Kit has exceeded my expectations in terms of quality, functionality, and ease of use. I highly recommend this soldering iron to anyone looking for a reliable and efficient tool for precision soldering tasks. It has definitely earned a well-deserved 5-star rating in my book.

Overall I like this item, I don't have much in the way of complaints just a few minor things I would have liked to see at this price point (80 dollars at the time I received the item). For what you're spending on this item, you should expect to get something of high quality, and this item does feel pretty high quality overall. I like everything that they included in the kit, they give you plenty of little silicone tips for the desoldering pump, several little sponges, mine came with 4 soldering tips, two of which are chisels which is great, and they feel quality. The soldering iron itself seems to work well, it heats up fast, one minor thing about it I am not a huge fan of is that in comparison to my other, larger cordless soldering iron, the tip on this one seems to be pretty slow to cool down after being turned off (it seems to retain its heat for longer) not a huge deal just something I'm personally not a huge fan of for packing reasons, I don't like to have to let the tool sit out for a long time to cool down after use, it doesn't take super long just longer than I'm used to. Another thing I am not a huge fan of is that, even though the included stand is a very nice addition, once you put it together there doesn't seem to be an easy way of de-assembling it again for storage, which means you either need to leave it out or have a large enough storage box for it to be stored at it's full height, the box included with the tool is too small to put it back into once you assemble the base, at this price point I would have liked to see a hard storage case or something, at the very least the base to be able to be de-assembled for storage.

I was floored by how nice looking this soldering iron is. Not that a soldering iron needs to look good, but it's nice that this unit stands out in term of design and build quality. I was a bit disappointed initially, thinking that the kit arrived without the tips. But they are well hidden within a slide out tray in the base. As for performance, this iron heats up almost instantly. You can set the desired temperature using the dial at the end of the handle where the USB-C charging port is also located. Overall, I am very pleased with this unit. My soldering irons are usually clunky and messy, but I'm more inclined to keep this unit clean and tidy. Overall, this is an excellent soldering iron for small electronic applications, but nothing heavy duty.

I like how easy it is to adjust the temp with the twist knob on the end. You can use it wirelessly or plug in the power cable which is a nice option. Heats up quick. Different tips make your jobs easy.

I'm an avid model railroad for over 42 years and have instantly fallen in love with this iron. Zero to wow in seconds. The kit is so well presented in packaging I swear they spent an equal amount of time designing the boxes. Would make for an excellent gift. Getting back to modeling, I own nearly a dozen irons and stations and the fine tips on this one blows most of the away. Soldering feeder on DCC modules or can motors just became enjoyable. Highly recommended to add one to your bench.

Got this compact soldering iron for my electric guitar repairs and mods. Works great. I was pleasantly surprised by the packaging, presentation, and all the accessories included. It's a great deal. Love the tip storage drawer in the base - very practical to keep those tips safe. As another reviewer mentioned, I do wish that they'd made the base easier to disassemble, but that's just a minor inconvenience. Overall I love the product.

If Apple designed a precision soldering iron, this would be it. Everything from the presentation to the quality is premium. Heats up quickly. The LED lights are easy to understand and figure out what the iron is doing. I'm a fan of the temperature dial. The storage spot for the tips is very handy. I think they could have made the base stand a little thicker in order to accommodate a second storage spot to hold the extra sponges and other accessories. Would have been perfect then.