01-17-2022, 03:38 AM
I now own both a KDrill 7.5” and a Jiffy Torch 8”. Both are powered by a Milwaukee Fuel. I’ve only had the Torch out 4 times. But after using it, I can tell it puts less torque on the drill. I suspect it is because it only has one cutter instead of the 2 the KDrill has. I would think this would lead to longer battery life- but I haven’t confirmed that yet. I got 36 holes with the Torch in 7” of ice and still had 3 of 4 bars on the battery. The Torch throws ice chips more. As I have said before, I like chipper/ripper blades over shavers. Both of these models have a centering point, so reopening old holes and overlapping is a strong point. If I had to choose at this point, I’d probably go with the KDrill- merely for the fact 7.5” is big enough hole for me and I have 4 years with no complaints. The auger wars I read about are kind of stupid- it is just splitting hairs. Any way you go with a bit you will be fine. I’d stick to the proven and recommended drills. I can vouch for the Milwaukee Fuel. It’s a beast.