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 3.6. The ZELCAN J1CD-35S 2 in Mag Drill leads on value, power and weight. The ZELCAN J1CD-35S 2 in Mag Drill costs $240.91 less ($209.99 vs $450.90).
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VEVOR MD-50E 2 in Mag Drill
#10 in 2 in and largerFull review
The VEVOR to choose for tapping and curved pipe, since a strap holds it on 3 to 12 in pipe. For flat plate the cheaper models do the same job.
Amazon $450.90$450.90
Which should you buy?
- Choose the ZELCAN J1CD-35S 2 in Mag Drill for value ($105 per inch of cutter ($209.99, 2 in) vs $225.45 per inch of cutter ($450.90, 2 in)), power (1,550 W motor vs 1,400 W motor) and weight (23.8 lb vs 28 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 | ZELCAN J1CD-35S 2 in Mag Drill | VEVOR MD-50E 2 in Mag Drill |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.3/5 | 3.6/5 |
| Value 30% | 98 $105 per inch of cutter ($209.99, 2 in) | 72 $225.45 per inch of cutter ($450.90, 2 in) |
| Cutter size 20% | 33 2 in largest annular cutter | 33 2 in largest annular cutter |
| Power 20% | 83 1,550 W motor | 67 1,400 W motor |
| Magnet 15% | 96 2,922 lbf stated magnet force | 50 magnet force not published (neutral score used) |
| Weight 15% | 90 23.8 lb | 80 28 lb |
Specifications
| ZELCAN J1CD-35S 2 in Mag Drill | VEVOR MD-50E 2 in Mag Drill | |
|---|---|---|
| Drilling | ||
| Power | Corded, 120 V | Corded, 120 V |
| Motor | 1,550 W | 1,400 W |
| Largest annular cutter | 2 in | 2 in |
| Cutting depth | 2 in | - |
| Speed | Variable, up to 580 rpm | Variable, up to 750 rpm |
| Stroke | - | 8.7 in |
| Reverse | Yes | Yes |
| Base and build | ||
| Magnet force (stated) | 2,922 lbf | - |
| Weight | 23.8 lb | 28 lb |