VEVOR 8850E 2 in Mag Drill
A good-value light 2 in mag drill for home and farm fabrication. Treat the magnet rating as the maker’s claim.
Amazon $188.90$188.90
The VEVOR 8850E 2 in Mag Drill is the better magnetic drill overall, rated 4.2 to 4.0. The VEVOR 8850E 2 in Mag Drill leads on weight and value. The ZELCAN 1550W 3125 lbf Mag Drill wins on power and magnet. The VEVOR 8850E 2 in Mag Drill costs $91.09 less ($188.90 vs $279.99).
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ZELCAN 1550W 3125 lbf Mag Drill
For steel where holding force matters more than weight, such as vertical or overhead work you can mount with a strap.
Amazon $279.99$279.99
Which should you buy?
- Choose the VEVOR 8850E 2 in Mag Drill for weight (25.1 lb vs 45 lb) and value ($94.45 per inch of cutter ($188.90, 2 in) vs $140 per inch of cutter ($279.99, 2 in)).
- Choose the ZELCAN 1550W 3125 lbf Mag Drill for power (1,550 W motor vs 1,400 W motor) and magnet (3,125 lbf stated magnet force vs 2,810 lbf stated magnet force).
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 8850E 2 in Mag Drill | ZELCAN 1550W 3125 lbf Mag Drill |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.2/5 | 4.0/5 |
| Value 30% | 100 $94.45 per inch of cutter ($188.90, 2 in) | 88 $140 per inch of cutter ($279.99, 2 in) |
| Cutter size 20% | 33 2 in largest annular cutter | 33 2 in largest annular cutter |
| Power 20% | 67 1,400 W motor | 83 1,550 W motor |
| Magnet 15% | 90 2,810 lbf stated magnet force | 100 3,125 lbf stated magnet force |
| Weight 15% | 87 25.1 lb | 38 45 lb |
Specifications
| VEVOR 8850E 2 in Mag Drill | ZELCAN 1550W 3125 lbf Mag Drill | |
|---|---|---|
| Drilling | ||
| Power | Corded, 120 V | Corded, 120 V |
| Motor | 1,400 W | 1,550 W |
| Largest annular cutter | 2 in | 2 in |
| Cutting depth | - | 2 in |
| Largest twist drill | 0.6 in | - |
| Speed | Variable, up to 800 rpm | Variable, up to 650 rpm |
| Reverse | - | Yes |
| Base and build | ||
| Magnet force (stated) | 2,810 lbf | 3,125 lbf |
| Weight | 25.1 lb | 45 lb |