Makita HB350 1 3/8 in Mag Drill
A light, compact 1 3/8 in mag drill for contractors already on Makita. The Hougen HMD900 cuts a larger hole for less.
Amazon $921.33$921.33
3.2/5
A 1 1/2 in mag drill built for daily fabrication use. Buy it for the warranty and safety features, not the price.
- 1 1/2 inLargest cutter
- 1,750 lbfMagnet
- 1,035 W (8 A)Motor
- 30 lbWeight
Check price at Amazon$1,107
Price checked November 3, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
Pros
- Lift detector safety system and a pilot light for dark work
- Hidden motor cord and ergonomic housing, with a two-year warranty
Cons
- Single speed at 450 rpm
- Roughly 5 times the price of a 2 in budget machine
The Hougen HMD family
Every Hougen HMD model we rank, smallest first. Ratings compare each against its own size.
| Model | Largest cutter | Rating | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hougen HMD900 Magnetic Drill | 1 1/2 in | 3.3/5 | $890 |
| Hougen HMD904 Magnetic Drill (this one) | 1 1/2 in | 3.2/5 | $1,107 |
| Hougen HMD905 Magnetic Drill | 2 in | 2.8/5 | $1,757 |
| Hougen HMD918 6 in Depth Mag Drill | 2 3/8 in | 3.4/5 | $2,913 |
| Hougen HMD920 Swivel Base Mag Drill | 2 3/8 in | 3.4/5 | $2,166 |
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.
Specifications
| Model number | 0904101 |
|---|---|
| Drilling | |
| Power | Corded, 120 V |
| Motor | 1,035 W (8 A) |
| Largest annular cutter | 1 1/2 in |
| Cutting depth | 2 in |
| Speed | Single speed, up to 450 rpm |
| Base and build | |
| Magnet force (stated) | 1,750 lbf |
| Weight | 30 lb |
| Warranty | 2 years |
Alternatives in this size
Euroboor ECO.36+ Low Profile Mag Drill
#10 in Up to 1 5/8 inFull review
The pick for beam flanges and tight spaces if you want the Euroboor safety electronics. The Hougen HMD130 is a close alternative.
Amazon $1,097.86$1,097.86
Hougen HMD130 Low Profile Mag Drill
#12 in Up to 1 5/8 inFull review
Choose the HMD130 only for tight spaces where nothing taller fits. For general work the HMD900 cuts deeper for less.
Amazon $1,490$1,490
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