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 and the Makita HB350 1 3/8 in Mag Drill are evenly matched, rated 3.4 and 3.3. The Evolution S28MAG 1 1/8 in Mag Drill leads on value. The Makita HB350 1 3/8 in Mag Drill wins on cutter size. The Evolution S28MAG 1 1/8 in Mag Drill costs $371.33 less ($550 vs $921.33).
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Makita HB350 1 3/8 in Mag Drill
A light, compact 1 3/8 in mag drill for contractors already on Makita. The Hougen HMD900 cuts a larger hole for less.
Amazon $921.33$921.33
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 $670.06 per inch of cutter ($921.33, 1 3/8 in)).
- Choose the Makita HB350 1 3/8 in 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 | Makita HB350 1 3/8 in Mag Drill |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.4/5 | 3.3/5 |
| Value 30% | 45 $488.89 per inch of cutter ($550, 1 1/8 in) | 34 $670.06 per inch of cutter ($921.33, 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 | 44 10 A, about 1,200 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 | 85 26 lb |
Specifications
| Evolution S28MAG 1 1/8 in Mag Drill | Makita HB350 1 3/8 in Mag Drill | |
|---|---|---|
| Drilling | ||
| Power | Corded, 120 V | Corded, 120 V |
| Motor | 10 A | 10 A |
| Largest annular cutter | 1 1/8 in | 1 3/8 in |
| Cutting depth | 2 in | 2 in |
| Speed | Single speed, up to 450 rpm | Single speed, up to 850 rpm |
| Stroke | - | 6.3 in |
| Base and build | ||
| Magnet force (stated) | 2,860 lbf | - |
| Weight | 26 lb | 26 lb |
| Warranty | 3 years | 1 year |