VEVOR MD-35D 1.5 in Mag Drill

Last updated: November 3, 2026

VEVOR MD-35D 1.5 in Mag Drill

4.2/5#4 of 14 in up to 1 5/8 in magnetic drills
4.2

The entry price for a magnetic drill, for light fabrication where a 1 1/2 in hole is the biggest you cut.

1 1/2 inLargest cutter
2,248 lbfMagnet
1,200 WMotor
23.4 lbWeight

Check price at Amazon$153.90

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

Pros

Under $155 and the lightest 1.5 in machine here at 23 lb
Takes twist drills up to 0.6 in as well as annular cutters

Cons

2,248 lbf magnet is the smallest rating in the VEVOR range
No warranty term listed

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 $102.60 per inch of cutter ($153.90, 1 1/2 in)99
Cutter size 1 1/2 in largest annular cutter80
Power 1,200 W motor44
Magnet 2,248 lbf stated magnet force62
Weight 23.4 lb92

Specifications

Drilling
Model number	MD-35D
Power	Corded, 120 V
Motor	1,200 W
Largest annular cutter	1 1/2 in
Largest twist drill	0.6 in
Speed	Single speed, up to 900 rpm
Base and build
Magnet force (stated)	2,248 lbf
Weight	23.4 lb

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