VTSS4NU Adjustable Soldering Station by Velleman vs Model #3020-XTS Digital Display Soldering Iron Station by X-Tronic

Considering other devices with comparable power and functionality that sell for up to $100, this soldering station comes cheaply. Great option for amateurs and hobbyists.

The lightweight, compact 7.7 x 4 x 3.5 inch design make this soldering iron great for taking along and doing small repairments. It doesn't take a lot of space on the desk.

The spring stand made out of stainless steel lets you conveniently rest the pencil when you're not using it.

The high wattage allows this soldering iron to give consistent heat for long periods. This makes it well-suited for big projects that require extended soldering.

After 10 minutes of inactivity, sleep mode automatically kicks in and decreases the temperature of the tip. It helps to save power and prolongs the life-time of the tip by decreasing the rate of corrosion.

You can place your coiled solder on the special holder. It's much more convenient than having to hold and unravel it with your hands.

The spring stand lets you conveniently rest the pencil when you're not using it.

Besides the wet sponge that most soldering irons are equipped with, this one has brass wiring. It easily cleans the tip and, unlike the sponge, doesn't cool it down. This saves extra power and time necessary for the tip to reheat.

The tip temperature can be adjusted from 392 to 896 °F. It heats up and cools down quickly thanks to the high-quality ceramic heat element. The digital screen that displays temperature makes it easy to monitor and adjust the heat output.