VEVOR MD-35D 1.5 in Mag Drill
The entry price for a magnetic drill, for light fabrication where a 1 1/2 in hole is the biggest you cut.
Amazon $153.90$153.90
The VEVOR MD-35D 1.5 in Mag Drill is the better magnetic drill overall, rated 4.2 to 3.9. The VEVOR MD-35D 1.5 in Mag Drill leads on value and cutter size. The VEVOR 8840E Low Profile Mag Drill wins on power. The VEVOR MD-35D 1.5 in Mag Drill costs $165.01 less ($153.90 vs $318.91).
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VEVOR 8840E Low Profile Mag Drill
A compact VEVOR for beam flanges and tight spots. Buy it for the low profile, not the price.
Amazon $318.91$318.91
Which should you buy?
- Choose the VEVOR MD-35D 1.5 in Mag Drill for value ($102.60 per inch of cutter ($153.90, 1 1/2 in) vs $227.79 per inch of cutter ($318.91, 1.4 in)) and cutter size (1 1/2 in largest annular cutter vs 1.4 in largest annular cutter).
- Choose the VEVOR 8840E Low Profile Mag Drill for power (1,300 W motor vs 1,200 W motor).
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 MD-35D 1.5 in Mag Drill | VEVOR 8840E Low Profile Mag Drill |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.2/5 | 3.9/5 |
| Value 30% | 99 $102.60 per inch of cutter ($153.90, 1 1/2 in) | 72 $227.79 per inch of cutter ($318.91, 1.4 in) |
| Cutter size 20% | 80 1 1/2 in largest annular cutter | 64 1.4 in largest annular cutter |
| Power 20% | 44 1,200 W motor | 56 1,300 W motor |
| Magnet 15% | 62 2,248 lbf stated magnet force | 62 2,248 lbf stated magnet force |
| Weight 15% | 92 23.4 lb | 92 23.1 lb |
Specifications
| VEVOR MD-35D 1.5 in Mag Drill | VEVOR 8840E Low Profile Mag Drill | |
|---|---|---|
| Drilling | ||
| Power | Corded, 120 V | Corded, 120 V |
| Motor | 1,200 W | 1,300 W |
| Largest annular cutter | 1 1/2 in | 1.4 in |
| Cutting depth | - | 1.8 in |
| Largest twist drill | 0.6 in | - |
| Speed | Single speed, up to 900 rpm | Single speed, up to 650 rpm |
| Base and build | ||
| Magnet force (stated) | 2,248 lbf | 2,248 lbf |
| Weight | 23.4 lb | 23.1 lb |