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 3.1. The Evolution S28MAG 1 1/8 in Mag Drill leads on value. The Hougen HMD130 Low Profile Mag Drill wins on cutter size. The Evolution S28MAG 1 1/8 in Mag Drill costs $940 less ($550 vs $1,490).
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Hougen HMD130 Low Profile Mag Drill
#12 in Up to 1 5/8 inFull review
Choose the HMD130 only for tight spaces where nothing taller fits. For general work the HMD900 cuts deeper for less.
Amazon $1,490$1,490
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Evolution S28MAG 1 1/8 in Mag Drill for value ($488.89 per inch of cutter ($550, 1 1/8 in) vs $1,083.64 per inch of cutter ($1,490, 1 3/8 in)).
- Choose the Hougen HMD130 Low Profile Mag Drill for cutter size (1 3/8 in largest annular cutter vs 1 1/8 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 | Hougen HMD130 Low Profile Mag Drill |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.4/5 | 3.1/5 |
| Value 30% | 45 $488.89 per inch of cutter ($550, 1 1/8 in) | 18 $1,083.64 per inch of cutter ($1,490, 1 3/8 in) |
| Cutter size 20% | 20 1 1/8 in largest annular cutter | 60 1 3/8 in largest annular cutter |
| Power 20% | 44 10 A, about 1,200 W at 120 V | 31 9 A, about 1,080 W at 120 V |
| Magnet 15% | 93 2,860 lbf stated magnet force | 50 magnet force not published (neutral score used) |
| Weight 15% | 85 26 lb | 90 23.8 lb |
Specifications
| Evolution S28MAG 1 1/8 in Mag Drill | Hougen HMD130 Low Profile Mag Drill | |
|---|---|---|
| Drilling | ||
| Power | Corded, 120 V | Corded, 120 V |
| Motor | 10 A | 9 A |
| Largest annular cutter | 1 1/8 in | 1 3/8 in |
| Cutting depth | 2 in | 1 in |
| Speed | Single speed, up to 450 rpm | Single speed, up to 450 rpm |
| Base and build | ||
| Magnet force (stated) | 2,860 lbf | - |
| Weight | 26 lb | 23.8 lb |
| Warranty | 3 years | 2 years |