Welder recommendations

Dollar for dollar how does a Hobart compare to a miller? Other than the fine amperage control, which is important I think for a guy that doesn't weld daily. Do you think that the cheaper Hobart is better for my needs or just step up and spend the cash on the miller? I am leaning towards the miller as I hope to start using the machine more often as I learn more with it. I think like nm9stheham said, take my own metal pieces to try out the machines if the welding supply gives demonstrations of the machines.