Selecting a welder - TIG vs MIG

Since attending the welding evening class, I've been saving up for my own welding machine. To help make a decision, I've been reading a variety of books such as Performance Welding

I also found a video from Andy Fogarty the At Home Welder @HomeWelder which explains some of the key differences.



Summary

	MIG (GMAW)	TIG (TMAW)
Speed	Faster	Slower
Ease of use	Easier	Harder
Initial Cost	Lower	Higher
Precision	Lower	Higher
Spatter	Yes	No
Gas?	Flux core wire can be used instead	Gas always needed
Post weld cleanup	Only needed with gasless	Not needed
Filler material?	Always	Optional
Thermal distortion	Higher	Lower
Cold starts	Yes	No
Typical use	Garage or workshop	Bench