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 3.6. The GarveeTech 1750W 2 in Mag Drill leads on value and power. The GarveeTech 1750W 2 in Mag Drill costs $265.91 less ($184.99 vs $450.90).
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VEVOR MD-50E 2 in Mag Drill
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The VEVOR to choose for tapping and curved pipe, since a strap holds it on 3 to 12 in pipe. For flat plate the cheaper models do the same job.
Amazon $450.90$450.90
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 $225.45 per inch of cutter ($450.90, 2 in)) and power (1,750 W motor vs 1,400 W motor).
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 | VEVOR MD-50E 2 in Mag Drill |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.2/5 | 3.6/5 |
| Value 30% | 100 $92.50 per inch of cutter ($184.99, 2 in) | 72 $225.45 per inch of cutter ($450.90, 2 in) |
| Cutter size 20% | 33 2 in largest annular cutter | 33 2 in largest annular cutter |
| Power 20% | 100 1,750 W motor | 67 1,400 W motor |
| Magnet 15% | 50 magnet force not published (neutral score used) | 50 magnet force not published (neutral score used) |
| Weight 15% | 84 26.5 lb | 80 28 lb |
Specifications
| GarveeTech 1750W 2 in Mag Drill | VEVOR MD-50E 2 in Mag Drill | |
|---|---|---|
| Drilling | ||
| Power | Corded, 120 V | Corded, 120 V |
| Motor | 1,750 W | 1,400 W |
| Largest annular cutter | 2 in | 2 in |
| Speed | Single speed, up to 810 rpm | Variable, up to 750 rpm |
| Stroke | - | 8.7 in |
| Reverse | - | Yes |
| Base and build | ||
| Weight | 26.5 lb | 28 lb |