Evolution S28MAG 1 1/8 in Mag Drill

Last updated: November 3, 2026

Evolution S28MAG 1 1/8 in Mag Drill

3.4/5#7 of 14 in up to 1 5/8 in magnetic drills
3.4

A mid-priced 1 1/8 in mag drill with a real warranty. It beats budget imports for support, but cuts smaller holes.

1 1/8 inLargest cutter
2,860 lbfMagnet
10 AMotor
26 lbWeight

Check price at Amazon$550

Price checked November 3, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.

Pros

Three-year warranty on a sub-$600 machine
Two-stage magnet and a carry case

Cons

Smallest cutter here besides the Euroboor ECO.30S+, at 1 1/8 in
One speed

How it scores

The rating comes from 5 measured or published factors, each scored 0-100 against fixed reference points for its size. How we rank explains each one.

Value $488.89 per inch of cutter ($550, 1 1/8 in)45
Cutter size 1 1/8 in largest annular cutter20
Power 10 A, about 1,200 W at 120 V44
Magnet 2,860 lbf stated magnet force93
Weight 26 lb85

Specifications

Drilling
Model number	S28MAG
Power	Corded, 120 V
Motor	10 A
Largest annular cutter	1 1/8 in
Cutting depth	2 in
Speed	Single speed, up to 450 rpm
Base and build
Magnet force (stated)	2,860 lbf
Weight	26 lb
Warranty	3 years

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