A reversing 2 in mag drill from a small seller. The VEVOR 8850E is the same size for $95 less.
Amazon $284.90
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.
- 2 inLargest cutter
- 1,400 WMotor
- 28 lbWeight
Price checked November 3, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
- Reverses, so it can tap threads as well as core and drill
- 8.66 in stroke, the longest travel of the budget machines
- The listing quotes a 1,000 N magnet, far below the 13,000 N of the other 2 in VEVORs, so magnet force is left out of the score
- Costs more than twice a basic 2 in VEVOR
How it scores
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Specifications
| Model number | MD-50E |
|---|---|
| Drilling | |
| Power | Corded, 120 V |
| Motor | 1,400 W |
| Largest annular cutter | 2 in |
| Speed | Variable, up to 750 rpm |
| Stroke | 8.7 in |
| Reverse | Yes |
| Base and build | |
| Weight | 28 lb |
Alternatives in this size
For steel where holding force matters more than weight, such as vertical or overhead work you can mount with a strap.
Amazon $279.99A heavy-duty 2 3/8 in drill for steel erection and shop plate. The swivel version sold here weighs 4 lb more than the standard base.
Amazon $2,166Compare
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