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 3.0. The Hougen HMD900 Magnetic Drill leads on value. The Hougen HMD900 Magnetic Drill costs $1,169.98 less ($890 vs $2,059.98).
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Milwaukee M18 FUEL Lineman Mag Drill
#13 in Up to 1 5/8 inFull review
The only battery mag drill here, for linemen and steel erectors who work away from an outlet.
Amazon $2,059.98$2,059.98
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Hougen HMD900 Magnetic Drill for value ($593.33 per inch of cutter ($890, 1 1/2 in) vs $1,373.32 per inch of cutter ($2,059.98, 1 1/2 in)).
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 | Milwaukee M18 FUEL Lineman Mag Drill |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.3/5 | 3.0/5 |
| Value 30% | 38 $593.33 per inch of cutter ($890, 1 1/2 in) | 9 $1,373.32 per inch of cutter ($2,059.98, 1 1/2 in) |
| Cutter size 20% | 80 1 1/2 in largest annular cutter | 80 1 1/2 in largest annular cutter |
| Power 20% | 26 1,035 W motor | 50 motor power not published (neutral score used) |
| Magnet 15% | 48 1,952 lbf stated magnet force | 50 2,000 lbf stated magnet force |
| Weight 15% | 81 27.7 lb | 50 weight not published (neutral score used) |
Specifications
| Hougen HMD900 Magnetic Drill | Milwaukee M18 FUEL Lineman Mag Drill | |
|---|---|---|
| Drilling | ||
| Power | Corded, 120 V | Battery |
| Motor | 1,035 W (8 A) | - |
| Largest annular cutter | 1 1/2 in | 1 1/2 in |
| Cutting depth | 2 in | - |
| Largest twist drill | - | 1/2 in |
| Speed | Single speed, up to 450 rpm | Two-speed, up to 690 rpm |
| Stroke | - | 5 3/4 in |
| Base and build | ||
| Magnet force (stated) | 1,952 lbf | 2,000 lbf |
| Weight | 27.7 lb | - |
| Warranty | 2 years | 5 years |