ZELCAN J1CD-35S 2 in Mag Drill
The lightest 2 in budget mag drill here, with reverse. Sold in cutter-kit bundles at higher prices.
Amazon $209.99$209.99
The ZELCAN J1CD-35S 2 in Mag Drill is the better magnetic drill overall, rated 4.3 to 4.2. The ZELCAN J1CD-35S 2 in Mag Drill leads on power. The ZELCAN J1CD-35S 2 in Mag Drill costs $19 less ($209.99 vs $228.99).
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VEVOR 8880E 2 in Mag Drill
A cheap 2 in mag drill for occasional shop and farm steel work. A name-brand machine is the pick if it will run all day on a jobsite.
Amazon $228.99$228.99
Which should you buy?
- Choose the ZELCAN J1CD-35S 2 in Mag Drill for power (1,550 W motor vs 1,450 W motor).
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 | ZELCAN J1CD-35S 2 in Mag Drill | VEVOR 8880E 2 in Mag Drill |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.3/5 | 4.2/5 |
| Value 30% | 98 $105 per inch of cutter ($209.99, 2 in) | 95 $114.50 per inch of cutter ($228.99, 2 in) |
| Cutter size 20% | 33 2 in largest annular cutter | 33 2 in largest annular cutter |
| Power 20% | 83 1,550 W motor | 72 1,450 W motor |
| Magnet 15% | 96 2,922 lbf stated magnet force | 96 2,922 lbf stated magnet force |
| Weight 15% | 90 23.8 lb | 84 26.5 lb |
Specifications
| ZELCAN J1CD-35S 2 in Mag Drill | VEVOR 8880E 2 in Mag Drill | |
|---|---|---|
| Drilling | ||
| Power | Corded, 120 V | Corded, 120 V |
| Motor | 1,550 W | 1,450 W |
| Largest annular cutter | 2 in | 2 in |
| Cutting depth | 2 in | 2 in |
| Speed | Variable, up to 580 rpm | Variable, up to 750 rpm |
| Reverse | Yes | - |
| Base and build | ||
| Magnet force (stated) | 2,922 lbf | 2,922 lbf |
| Weight | 23.8 lb | 26.5 lb |