Evolution S28MAG 1 1/8 in Mag Drill
A mid-priced 1 1/8 in mag drill with a real warranty. It beats budget imports for support, but cuts smaller holes.
Amazon $550$550
The Evolution S28MAG 1 1/8 in Mag Drill is the better magnetic drill overall, rated 3.4 to 2.3. The Evolution S28MAG 1 1/8 in Mag Drill leads on magnet, value and cutter size. The Evolution S28MAG 1 1/8 in Mag Drill costs $434.29 less ($550 vs $984.29).
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Euroboor ECO.30S+ Mag Drill
#14 in Up to 1 5/8 inFull review
A European-built compact drill with safety electronics. Value is weak when a Hougen HMD900 cuts 1 1/2 in for about $100 less.
Amazon $984.29$984.29
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Evolution S28MAG 1 1/8 in Mag Drill for magnet (2,860 lbf stated magnet force vs 1,300 lbf stated magnet force), value ($488.89 per inch of cutter ($550, 1 1/8 in) vs $926.39 per inch of cutter ($984.29, 1 1/16 in)) and cutter size (1 1/8 in largest annular cutter vs 1 1/16 in largest annular cutter).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every up to 1 5/8 in magnetic drill; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Evolution S28MAG 1 1/8 in Mag Drill | Euroboor ECO.30S+ Mag Drill |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.4/5 | 2.3/5 |
| Value 30% | 45 $488.89 per inch of cutter ($550, 1 1/8 in) | 23 $926.39 per inch of cutter ($984.29, 1 1/16 in) |
| Cutter size 20% | 20 1 1/8 in largest annular cutter | 10 1 1/16 in largest annular cutter |
| Power 20% | 44 10 A, about 1,200 W at 120 V | 20 8.2 A, about 984 W at 120 V |
| Magnet 15% | 93 2,860 lbf stated magnet force | 15 1,300 lbf stated magnet force |
| Weight 15% | 85 26 lb | 50 weight not published (neutral score used) |
Specifications
| Evolution S28MAG 1 1/8 in Mag Drill | Euroboor ECO.30S+ Mag Drill | |
|---|---|---|
| Drilling | ||
| Power | Corded, 120 V | Corded, 120 V |
| Motor | 10 A | 8.2 A |
| Largest annular cutter | 1 1/8 in | 1 1/16 in |
| Cutting depth | 2 in | - |
| Speed | Single speed, up to 450 rpm | Single speed, up to 775 rpm |
| Base and build | ||
| Magnet force (stated) | 2,860 lbf | 1,300 lbf |
| Weight | 26 lb | - |
| Warranty | 3 years | - |