Hougen HMD900 Magnetic Drill
A light mag drill for general fabrication up to 1 1/2 in holes, from a maker that sells to fabrication shops.
Amazon $890$890
The Hougen HMD900 Magnetic Drill is the better magnetic drill overall, rated 3.3 to 3.1. The Hougen HMD900 Magnetic Drill leads on value and cutter size. The Hougen HMD130 Low Profile Mag Drill wins on weight. The Hougen HMD900 Magnetic Drill costs $600 less ($890 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 Hougen HMD900 Magnetic Drill for value ($593.33 per inch of cutter ($890, 1 1/2 in) vs $1,083.64 per inch of cutter ($1,490, 1 3/8 in)) and cutter size (1 1/2 in largest annular cutter vs 1 3/8 in largest annular cutter).
- Choose the Hougen HMD130 Low Profile Mag Drill for weight (23.8 lb vs 27.7 lb).
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 | Hougen HMD900 Magnetic Drill | Hougen HMD130 Low Profile Mag Drill |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.3/5 | 3.1/5 |
| Value 30% | 38 $593.33 per inch of cutter ($890, 1 1/2 in) | 18 $1,083.64 per inch of cutter ($1,490, 1 3/8 in) |
| Cutter size 20% | 80 1 1/2 in largest annular cutter | 60 1 3/8 in largest annular cutter |
| Power 20% | 26 1,035 W motor | 31 9 A, about 1,080 W at 120 V |
| Magnet 15% | 48 1,952 lbf stated magnet force | 50 magnet force not published (neutral score used) |
| Weight 15% | 81 27.7 lb | 90 23.8 lb |
Specifications
| Hougen HMD900 Magnetic Drill | Hougen HMD130 Low Profile Mag Drill | |
|---|---|---|
| Drilling | ||
| Power | Corded, 120 V | Corded, 120 V |
| Motor | 1,035 W (8 A) | 9 A |
| Largest annular cutter | 1 1/2 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) | 1,952 lbf | - |
| Weight | 27.7 lb | 23.8 lb |
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years |