Mini-Ductor Venom HP MDV-787
The pick for a professional shop that heats big fasteners all day and wants a US maker’s support.
Amazon $584.10$584.10
The Mini-Ductor Venom HP MDV-787 is the better induction heater overall, rated 3.5 to 3.4. The Bolt Buster BB2X wins on value. The Bolt Buster BB2X costs $134.11 less ($449.99 vs $584.10).
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Bolt Buster BB2X
A 1,800 W US-made tool from the same era as the Venom HP; check the kit contents with the seller before buying.
Amazon $449.99$449.99
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Bolt Buster BB2X for value ($249.99 per kW ($449.99, 1,800 W) vs $324.50 per kW ($584.10, 1,800 W)).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every 1,500 W and up induction heater; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Mini-Ductor Venom HP MDV-787 | Bolt Buster BB2X |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.5/5 | 3.4/5 |
| Value 30% | 24 $324.50 per kW ($584.10, 1,800 W) | 38 $249.99 per kW ($449.99, 1,800 W) |
| Output 30% | 100 1,800 W rated output | 100 1,800 W rated output |
| Coils 15% | 0 3 coils in the kit | 50 coil count not published (neutral score used) |
| Warranty 15% | 100 2-year warranty | 0 warranty not published, scored as none |
| Weight 10% | 40 6 lb | 50 weight not published (neutral score used) |
Specifications
| Mini-Ductor Venom HP MDV-787 | Bolt Buster BB2X | |
|---|---|---|
| Heating | ||
| Rated output | 1,800 W | 1,800 W |
| Input | 120 V, 15 A | - |
| Kit and build | ||
| Coils in kit | 3 coils | - |
| Weight | 6 lb | - |
| Warranty | 2 years | - |
| Released | 2020 | 2016-09 |