A budget 1 5/8 in mag drill for bolt holes and brackets, with the same limits as the other VEVOR machines.
Amazon $182.90The VEVOR ZT-40HA 1.6 in Mag Drill is the better magnetic drill overall, rated 4.6 to 4.3. The VEVOR ZT-40HA 1.6 in Mag Drill leads on value, power and weight. The VEVOR ZT-40HA 1.6 in Mag Drill costs $67 less ($182.90 vs $249.90).
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A starter kit for bolt-size holes in structural steel. The 2 in VEVORs cost less and cut larger.
Amazon $249.90Which should you buy?
- Choose the VEVOR ZT-40HA 1.6 in Mag Drill for value ($114.31 per inch of cutter ($182.90, 1.6 in) vs $159.17 per inch of cutter ($249.90, 1.6 in)), power (1,400 W motor vs 1,300 W motor) and weight (24.9 lb vs 28.2 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 | VEVOR ZT-40HA 1.6 in Mag Drill | VEVOR 1300W 1.57 in Mag Drill |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.6/5 | 4.3/5 |
| Value 30% | 95 $114.31 per inch of cutter ($182.90, 1.6 in) | 84 $159.17 per inch of cutter ($249.90, 1.6 in) |
| Cutter size 20% | 96 1.6 in largest annular cutter | 91 1.6 in largest annular cutter |
| Power 20% | 67 1,400 W motor | 56 1,300 W motor |
| Magnet 15% | 90 2,810 lbf stated magnet force | 96 2,922 lbf stated magnet force |
| Weight 15% | 88 24.9 lb | 80 28.2 lb |
Specifications
| VEVOR ZT-40HA 1.6 in Mag Drill | VEVOR 1300W 1.57 in Mag Drill | |
|---|---|---|
| Drilling | ||
| Power | Corded, 120 V | Corded, 120 V |
| Motor | 1,400 W | 1,300 W |
| Largest annular cutter | 1.6 in | 1.6 in |
| Cutting depth | 2 in | 2 in |
| Speed | Single speed, up to 800 rpm | Single speed, up to 810 rpm |
| Base and build | ||
| Magnet force (stated) | 2,810 lbf | 2,922 lbf |
| Weight | 24.9 lb | 28.2 lb |
