VEVOR 1300W 1.57 in Mag Drill
A starter kit for bolt-size holes in structural steel. The 2 in VEVORs cost less and cut larger.
Amazon $249.90$249.90
The VEVOR 1300W 1.57 in Mag Drill is the better magnetic drill overall, rated 4.3 to 3.6. The VEVOR 1300W 1.57 in Mag Drill leads on value and power. The Evolution EVOMAG42 1 5/8 in Mag Drill wins on cutter size. The VEVOR 1300W 1.57 in Mag Drill costs $445.10 less ($249.90 vs $695).
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Evolution EVOMAG42 1 5/8 in Mag Drill
A step up from the S28MAG for 1 5/8 in holes. Check the warranty before buying.
Amazon $695$695
Which should you buy?
- Choose the VEVOR 1300W 1.57 in Mag Drill for value ($159.17 per inch of cutter ($249.90, 1.6 in) vs $427.69 per inch of cutter ($695, 1 5/8 in)) and power (1,300 W motor vs 1,200 W motor).
- Choose the Evolution EVOMAG42 1 5/8 in Mag Drill for cutter size (1 5/8 in largest annular cutter vs 1.6 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 | VEVOR 1300W 1.57 in Mag Drill | Evolution EVOMAG42 1 5/8 in Mag Drill |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.3/5 | 3.6/5 |
| Value 30% | 84 $159.17 per inch of cutter ($249.90, 1.6 in) | 50 $427.69 per inch of cutter ($695, 1 5/8 in) |
| Cutter size 20% | 91 1.6 in largest annular cutter | 100 1 5/8 in largest annular cutter |
| Power 20% | 56 1,300 W motor | 44 1,200 W motor |
| Magnet 15% | 96 2,922 lbf stated magnet force | 50 magnet force not published (neutral score used) |
| Weight 15% | 80 28.2 lb | 50 weight not published (neutral score used) |
Specifications
| VEVOR 1300W 1.57 in Mag Drill | Evolution EVOMAG42 1 5/8 in Mag Drill | |
|---|---|---|
| Drilling | ||
| Power | Corded, 120 V | Corded, 120 V |
| Motor | 1,300 W | 1,200 W (10 A) |
| Largest annular cutter | 1.6 in | 1 5/8 in |
| Cutting depth | 2 in | 2 in |
| Largest twist drill | - | 1/2 in |
| Speed | Single speed, up to 810 rpm | - |
| Stroke | - | 5 1/16 in |
| Base and build | ||
| Magnet force (stated) | 2,922 lbf | - |
| Weight | 28.2 lb | - |