VEVOR J1CD-60D 2.4 in Mag Drill
For a shop that needs 2 1/4 in plus holes and tapping without a pro-grade price. Plan on a lift or a second person for overhead work.
Amazon $365.90$365.90
The VEVOR J1CD-60D 2.4 in Mag Drill is the better magnetic drill overall, rated 4.2 to 3.4. The VEVOR J1CD-60D 2.4 in Mag Drill leads on value and magnet. The Hougen HMD918 6 in Depth Mag Drill wins on weight. The VEVOR J1CD-60D 2.4 in Mag Drill costs $2,547.10 less ($365.90 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 VEVOR J1CD-60D 2.4 in Mag Drill for value ($155.04 per inch of cutter ($365.90, 2.4 in) vs $1,226.53 per inch of cutter ($2,913, 2 3/8 in)) and magnet (2,922 lbf stated magnet force vs 2,385 lbf stated magnet force).
- Choose the Hougen HMD918 6 in Depth Mag Drill for weight (44.2 lb vs 49.6 lb).
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 | VEVOR J1CD-60D 2.4 in Mag Drill | Hougen HMD918 6 in Depth Mag Drill |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.2/5 | 3.4/5 |
| Value 30% | 85 $155.04 per inch of cutter ($365.90, 2.4 in) | 13 $1,226.53 per inch of cutter ($2,913, 2 3/8 in) |
| Cutter size 20% | 81 2.4 in largest annular cutter | 83 2 3/8 in largest annular cutter |
| Power 20% | 83 1,550 W motor | 84 1,553 W motor |
| Magnet 15% | 96 2,922 lbf stated magnet force | 69 2,385 lbf stated magnet force |
| Weight 15% | 26 49.6 lb | 39 44.2 lb |
Specifications
| VEVOR J1CD-60D 2.4 in Mag Drill | Hougen HMD918 6 in Depth Mag Drill | |
|---|---|---|
| Drilling | ||
| Power | Corded, 120 V | Corded, 120 V |
| Motor | 1,550 W | 1,553 W (12.5 A) |
| Largest annular cutter | 2.4 in | 2 3/8 in |
| Cutting depth | - | 6 in |
| Largest twist drill | 0.6 in | - |
| Speed | Variable, up to 600 rpm | Two-speed, up to 450 rpm |
| Stroke | - | 6.8 in |
| Base and build | ||
| Magnet force (stated) | 2,922 lbf | 2,385 lbf |
| Weight | 49.6 lb | 44.2 lb |
| Warranty | - | 2 years |