One thing that hasn’t been mentioned throughout this article is flux. Some of the soldering stations on this list come with several different accessories and additional materials, but none come with flux. This is because it isn’t really necessary. Flux is a chemical agent that can aid soldering as it reduces oxidation and allows the solder to flow better. This is useful, and it isn’t an expensive product. So if you find you struggle when soldering, then it might be a worthwhile investment. Otherwise, it isn’t really necessary.