COMPARISON · SOLDERING IRONS
Hakko FX888D vs Weller WE1010NA
Buy the Weller WE1010NA today: the Hakko FX888D is discontinued, Amazon lists it as unavailable, and Hakko's own replacement is the FX-888DX. On paper the two are close. Both are ESD-safe digital stations with a 65–70W iron; the FX888D station is rated 70W, the WE1010NA 85W. The Weller adds published accuracy figures, a 28-second heat-up, standby with auto setback and password-locked settings. If you already own an FX888D, it remains a fine station, and its T18 tips carry over to the FX-888DX.
By the OhmSavvy Research Team ·
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Hakko FX888D
4.8★★★★★The bench station hobbyist and pro communities keep recommending independently of each other.
No longer sold on Amazon. Hakko has discontinued the FX888D and Amazon lists it as currently unavailable. The FX-888DX replaces it and takes the same T18 tips.
Weller WE1010NA
4.6★★★★★ESD-safe construction and tight temperature stability for a dedicated electronics bench.
Specs side by side
| Hakko FX888D | Weller WE1010NA | |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 4.8★★★★★ | 4.6★★★★★ |
| Power | 70W station (65W iron) | 85W station (70W iron) |
| Heat-up time | Not stated by Hakko | ~28 seconds (50–350°C) |
| Temperature control | Digital, adjustable | Digital, 100–450°C, ESD-safe |
| Best for | Serious hobbyists, repair work | Dedicated workbenches, professional use |
| Status | Discontinued; Amazon lists it unavailable | Current model |
| Station power | 70W (120VAC) | 85W (120V) |
| Iron | 65W (26VAC) | 70W WEP 70 |
| Temperature range | Not stated in our sources | 100–450°C |
| Heat-up time | Not stated by Hakko | About 28 s, 50 to 350°C |
| Accuracy / stability | Not stated in our sources | ±5°C / ±6°C |
| ESD safe | Yes, tip-to-ground under 2 Ω | Yes |
| Tips | Hakko T18 (shared with FX-888DX) | Weller ET series |
| Standby / lock | Not stated in our sources | Standby, auto setback, password-protected settings |
| Station weight | Not stated in our sources | 1.40 kg |
Specs checked against manufacturer documentation and official Amazon listings. Hakko FX888D is hands-on tested by OhmSavvy; the Weller WE1010NA assessment is desk research. How we research.
Key differences
- →Availability: Hakko lists the FX888D as discontinued and replaced by the FX-888DX, and Amazon lists it as currently unavailable. The WE1010NA is a current Weller model.
- →Power: the FX888D station is rated 70W with a 65W iron; Weller rates the WE1010NA station at 85W with a 70W WEP 70 iron.
- →Both are ESD safe. Hakko publishes a tip-to-ground resistance under 2 Ω for the FX888D; Weller lists the WE1010NA as ESD safe without an ohm figure.
- →Weller publishes a 28-second heat-up from 50 to 350°C, ±5°C accuracy and ±6°C stability. Hakko gives no heat-up time for the FX888D, so we don't compare them on speed.
- →The WE1010NA has standby with auto setback and password-protected settings. The FX888D's T18 tips carry over to the FX-888DX, which adds five presets and a parameter lock.
At a glance
Same class
ESD-safe digital bench stations with a 65–70W iron.
FX888D status
Discontinued by Hakko; Amazon lists it unavailable.
WE1010NA extras
Standby, auto setback, locked settings and published accuracy.
Hakko path
FX-888DX: same T18 tips, 100W station, 50–480°C, five presets.
Tips
Hakko T18 against Weller ET. Pick the range you'll keep buying.
Verdict
Buying new: WE1010NA or FX-888DX. Own an FX888D: keep it.
The owner has bought and used the FX888D, which is why it keeps a Hands-on Tested badge and a 4.8 rating; the WE1010NA assessment is desk research. The specs on this page come from Hakko's and Weller's own product pages. Full write-ups: Hakko FX888D review and Weller WE1010NA review.
FX888D vs WE1010NA spec by spec
Hakko published fewer numbers for the FX888D than Weller does for the WE1010NA, so several rows above read "Not stated." The figures both makers do publish are power ratings, charted here alongside the FX-888DX that replaced the Hakko.
A higher station rating doesn't make the tip hotter; both irons are temperature-controlled. It matters on heavy joints, such as a ground plane or a thick connector pin, where the controller needs spare power to push the tip back to its set point after heat drains into the joint. That recovery depends on iron power, heater coupling and tip mass, and neither maker publishes a recovery figure. Weller's ±5°C accuracy means a 350°C setting should hold the tip between 345 and 355°C at idle.
What "ESD safe" means on both stations
A static discharge of a few hundred volts, well below what you can feel, can damage a CMOS input without any visible sign. An ESD-safe station bonds the tip to earth through the handpiece and the station's three-prong plug, so charge drains away rather than through the part. Hakko states the FX888D's tip-to-ground resistance as under 2 Ω; Weller lists the WE1010NA as ESD safe. Either protects microcontrollers and MOSFETs, provided the outlet's earth is actually connected.
A two-prong adapter defeats ESD safety
Hakko FX888D vs Weller WE1010NA: which should you buy?
| Your situation | Best move | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Buying a first bench station | Weller WE1010NA or Hakko FX-888DX | Both current, ESD safe and sold new |
| Already own an FX888D | Keep it | It still works, and the current FX-888DX uses the same T18 tips |
| Own a drawer of T18 tips | Hakko FX-888DX | Same tips, 100W station, presets and a lock |
| Shared school or lab bench | Weller WE1010NA | Password-protected settings and auto setback |
| Want published accuracy figures | Weller WE1010NA | ±5°C accuracy, ±6°C stability, 28 s heat-up |
| Offered a cheap new FX888D | Be cautious | Discontinued and widely counterfeited |
The current-generation match-up is covered in Weller WE1010 vs Hakko FX-888DX. If you also need hot air, see Weller WE1010NA vs YIHUA 862BD+, and for tip shapes, our soldering iron tip types guide.
Safety: a 450°C tip and a used-market station
Choose the Hakko FX888D if…
- ✓You already own one: it still works, and new T18 tips remain available because the FX-888DX uses them
- ✓You find a genuine unit from an authorized seller, knowing Hakko no longer makes it
- ✓You'd rather stay with Hakko: the FX-888DX keeps the T18 tips and adds a 100W station
Choose the Weller WE1010NA if…
- ✓You want a station that is in production and sold new on Amazon
- ✓You want standby with auto setback to protect tips, and password-locked settings on a shared bench
- ✓You want published numbers: ±5°C accuracy, ±6°C stability and a 28-second heat-up
The bottom line
On safety and power these two are close: both are ESD safe with a 65–70W iron. Buying new, choose the Weller WE1010NA for standby, locked settings and published accuracy, or the Hakko FX-888DX if you want to stay on T18 tips. Buy an FX888D only as a genuine unit from an authorized seller, and if you already own one, there's no reason to replace it.
Frequently asked questions
Are the Hakko FX888D and Weller WE1010NA both ESD safe?+
Yes. Hakko lists the FX888D as ESD safe, with a tip-to-ground resistance under 2 ohms, and Weller lists the WE1010NA as ESD safe. Either is suitable for static-sensitive parts such as modern ICs and microcontrollers, as long as it is plugged into a properly grounded three-prong outlet.
Is the Hakko FX888D discontinued?+
Yes. Hakko USA lists it as discontinued and names the FX-888DX as its replacement, and Amazon currently lists the FX888D as unavailable. The FX-888DX uses the same FX-8801 handpiece and T18 tips, so tips you already own carry over if you upgrade.
How do I avoid buying a counterfeit Hakko FX888D?+
Buy only from Hakko's authorized sellers, not from an unfamiliar listing at a price that looks too good. Popular stations attract copies that look identical but may lack a proper ground bond or temperature control. Check that the tip-to-earth-pin resistance is low with the station unplugged, and be wary of any new FX888D now that Hakko no longer makes it.
Can I use Hakko T18 tips on the Weller WE1010NA?+
No. The WE1010NA's WEP 70 iron takes Weller ET series tips, and the FX888D takes Hakko T18 tips. The two ranges aren't interchangeable. If you own many T18 tips, Hakko's FX-888DX is the station that keeps them useful; if you're starting fresh, either tip range offers chisel, conical and bevel shapes.
What replaced the Hakko FX888D?+
The Hakko FX-888DX. Per Hakko, it keeps the 65W FX-8801 iron and T18 tips, raises the station to 100W, covers 50 to 480°C with ±1°C idle stability, swaps the button interface for a rotary dial, stores five presets and adds a parameter lock. It is ESD safe and also drives other Hakko handpieces.
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