GarveeTech 1750W 2 in Mag Drill
A cheap 2 in mag drill with a large motor rating, but without a published magnet figure it is a gamble on thin steel.
Amazon $184.99$184.99
The GarveeTech 1750W 2 in Mag Drill is the better magnetic drill overall, rated 4.2 to 3.4. The GarveeTech 1750W 2 in Mag Drill leads on value, weight and power. The Hougen HMD918 6 in Depth Mag Drill wins on cutter size. The GarveeTech 1750W 2 in Mag Drill costs $2,728.01 less ($184.99 vs $2,913).
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Hougen HMD918 6 in Depth Mag Drill
#12 in 2 in and largerFull review
For fabricators who regularly drill 3 in plus through stacks. Everyone else should buy the HMD905.
Amazon $2,913$2,913
Which should you buy?
- Choose the GarveeTech 1750W 2 in Mag Drill for value ($92.50 per inch of cutter ($184.99, 2 in) vs $1,226.53 per inch of cutter ($2,913, 2 3/8 in)), weight (26.5 lb vs 44.2 lb) and power (1,750 W motor vs 1,553 W motor).
- Choose the Hougen HMD918 6 in Depth Mag Drill for cutter size (2 3/8 in largest annular cutter vs 2 in largest annular cutter).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every 2 in and larger magnetic drill; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | GarveeTech 1750W 2 in Mag Drill | Hougen HMD918 6 in Depth Mag Drill |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.2/5 | 3.4/5 |
| Value 30% | 100 $92.50 per inch of cutter ($184.99, 2 in) | 13 $1,226.53 per inch of cutter ($2,913, 2 3/8 in) |
| Cutter size 20% | 33 2 in largest annular cutter | 83 2 3/8 in largest annular cutter |
| Power 20% | 100 1,750 W motor | 84 1,553 W motor |
| Magnet 15% | 50 magnet force not published (neutral score used) | 69 2,385 lbf stated magnet force |
| Weight 15% | 84 26.5 lb | 39 44.2 lb |
Specifications
| GarveeTech 1750W 2 in Mag Drill | Hougen HMD918 6 in Depth Mag Drill | |
|---|---|---|
| Drilling | ||
| Power | Corded, 120 V | Corded, 120 V |
| Motor | 1,750 W | 1,553 W (12.5 A) |
| Largest annular cutter | 2 in | 2 3/8 in |
| Cutting depth | - | 6 in |
| Speed | Single speed, up to 810 rpm | Two-speed, up to 450 rpm |
| Stroke | - | 6.8 in |
| Base and build | ||
| Magnet force (stated) | - | 2,385 lbf |
| Weight | 26.5 lb | 44.2 lb |
| Warranty | - | 2 years |