VEVOR Demolition Jack Hammer, MAX 1400W Electric Jackhammer Heavy Duty, 2900 BPM Concrete Breaker 2pcs Chisels Bits Chipping W/Case, Gloves

Why I reached for this jackhammer

I needed a compact breaker I could sling around the yard and into a basement without recruiting a second person or renting a 60–70 lb behemoth. The VEVOR jackhammer’s spec sheet—1400W motor, 19J impact energy, 2,900 BPM—and its modest form factor made it a candidate for trenching and small-to-medium concrete demo where mobility matters as much as raw force. I put it to work on a mix of tasks: opening a 4-inch slab for a drain line, breaking a curb edge, and loosening hardpan clay peppered with rock for fence posts.

Setup, accessories, and first impressions

Out of the case, you get the tool, a point and a flat chisel, basic gloves and eye protection, and a small pot of grease. The plastic case keeps everything together but feels thin; it’s good for transport and storage if you’re gentle with the latches, less so for a truck bed that doubles as a tool tumbler.

The tool itself is better built than the case suggests. The alloy chuck/housing is cleanly cast, the main handle has a spring-loaded anti-vibration system, and the auxiliary handle rotates 360 degrees with a solid clamp. There’s no variable speed—just a large trigger and a lock-on button—which is standard fare at this price and category.

One detail worth noting: the tool uses 5/8-inch (about 17 mm) hex shank bits. That’s lighter and shorter than the common 1-1/8-inch hex used on big breakers. It’s part of why the tool stays manageable in weight and length, but it does have implications for accessory availability (more on that below).

Power-wise, 1400W is a reasonable draw for a 120V circuit. I ran it off a 12-gauge extension cord with no nuisance trips.

Power and concrete performance

Numbers aside, what matters is how it breaks. On the slab, this jackhammer performs best if you let it do the work. With the bull-point chisel, I started in a corner to create a purchase, then dotted the outline at 6–8 inch intervals. Switching to the flat chisel, I fractured between holes and pried up sections. It’s not the instant-gratification blow of a 60J breaker, but it’s quick and controlled. If you’re used to rotary hammers, the step up in impact frequency here is obvious; it chips and fractures concrete at a satisfying pace without skipping.

The 19J rating is realistic for its size. On 4-inch slab, I worked in sections without bogging the machine. On thicker, reinforced pad edges, the point chisel was key—get under the mesh, break, then come back with the flat. For curb and footing edges, the balance is a sweet spot: you can hold it vertically or horizontally without fighting the weight, and that translates into accuracy where you want to avoid collateral damage.

In the dirt: clay, rock, and trenching

Where this tool surprised me most was in hard ground. In compacted clay with embedded rock, the point chisel turns into a powered digging bar. Two or three seconds per jab is enough to fracture and loosen soil that would otherwise demand a pickaxe. For shallow trenching or setting posts, I’d reach for this before a manual digging bar every time. It’s overkill for soft loam; it shines when the ground might as well be masonry.

Ergonomics and vibration

The vibration control is better than I expected. The sprung main handle noticeably reduces sting to the hands and elbows during longer sessions. The 360-degree auxiliary handle is more than a convenience—it lets you clock the tool to brace against your torso or leg and keep a neutral wrist, which matters when you’re cutting a straight chase or working overhead. The trigger is big and easy to modulate, and the lock-on helps during long chip-out sessions.

At roughly the “two-handed SDS Max” weight class, the tool is easy to reposition, carry up stairs, or hold horizontally for wall work. That portability is the main reason I prefer it for scattered tasks around a site.

Cooling, grease, and duty cycle

This unit is grease-lubricated, with a top port for replenishment. It’s simple to service and less fussy than oil bath designs. Under sustained work (45–60 minutes of nearly continuous breaking), the gearbox housing gets hot to the touch—which is normal for compact breakers. I adopted a rhythm: work until the collar is very warm, let it sit for 10 minutes while I clear debris, then resume. The cooling system seems effective; I didn’t experience performance fade as long as I gave it occasional breathers.

Greasing is straightforward—don’t overpack, and use the manufacturer’s spec or a good quality lithium grease. Wipe dust from the port before opening. Periodically check the bit shank O-rings and keep debris out of the chuck to preserve impact efficiency.

Bit system and availability

The 5/8-inch hex shank is a double-edged sword. On the plus side, the lighter shank keeps the tool agile. On the minus side, it’s not the ubiquitous standard you’ll find in every pro supply house. The included point and flat chisels are decent quality and held up well across my tasks. I sourced a wider spade-style bit for soil work online without much trouble, but your local big-box store is unlikely to stock a broad assortment in this shank size.

If your workflow relies on niche bits (asphalt cutter, tamper plate, tile spade) and you want to buy them off the shelf, a 1-1/8-inch hex system is friendlier. If you mostly need point and flat, you’ll be fine here—just plan ahead and order extras.

Durability notes

I keep an eye on fasteners in any high-impact tool, and this one is no exception. After a long session, two faceplate screws had eased slightly. I snugged them and added blue thread locker; they’ve stayed put since. The alloy housing is cast aluminum, so don’t over-torque or cross-thread fasteners—gentle and correct is better than gorilla tight. The chuck and piston feel tight and consistent after multiple days of use, with no odd noises or play.

The case, as mentioned, is the weak link. It does the job if you’re careful. The included gloves and glasses are fine as a backup, but I used my own PPE.

Noise, safety, and technique

It’s loud—use hearing protection. Eye protection is non-negotiable; concrete spalls travel fast. For most work, hold the tool perpendicular to the surface. Use just enough pressure to keep the bit engaged; pushing hard reduces impact efficiency and tires you faster. I like to start with the point chisel to open the surface, then switch to the flat to shear and lift. If you need clean edges and don’t own a saw, dot-drilling with a rotary hammer along your cut line helps control fractures.

Value and where it fits

This jackhammer slots into a useful niche: light enough for one-person handling, strong enough to break common residential slabs and curbs, and affordable enough that owning beats multiple rentals for anyone tackling a remodel or hardscape project. It’s not a daily-driver demolition hammer for a concrete crew, and it’s not the right platform if you need the vast bit ecosystem of larger shanks. But for homeowners, handymakers, and trades who occasionally open floors, chase masonry, or fight stubborn ground, it’s a very capable, compact tool.

The bottom line

I reached for the VEVOR jackhammer because I needed mobility and real breaking power without the bulk of a full-size breaker. It delivered: concrete comes apart at a respectable pace, hard clay gives up easily, and the ergonomics and vibration control make longer sessions manageable. The grease-lube design is simple and tidy. My cautions are practical ones—watch fasteners, plan your bit purchases around the 5/8-inch hex shank, and don’t expect the case to take abuse.

Recommendation: I recommend this tool for DIYers and light-trade users who want a nimble, budget-friendly breaker for concrete, masonry, and hard ground. It’s a smart buy if you need portability and can work within the 5/8-inch bit ecosystem. If you’re a contractor who demos concrete daily, or you require wide on-the-shelf bit availability in the 1-1/8-inch standard, you’ll be better served by a heavier, pro-class breaker and its larger accessory catalog.