Just started my welding business and have used this Mag Drill a couple of times. I can say it is 100% better than using a regular drill and a lot more precise than me using a cutting torch and although I don't have a plasma cutter, I'll go out on a limb and say The mag drill is better. Came packaged well and it works. Drills prefect holes. I would recommend it and I would purchase from this company again. You just can't beat it for the price.