I got the Clam conversion kit last season and ended up using it exclusively on nearly every trip when I wasn't targeting walleye or lake trout. Paired with my DeWalt model 790 20v drill, I drilled hundreds of holes last season and never once needed to change out batteries while I was on the ice. It is extremely lightweight, but drills seamlessly through the ice. I used it from 4" of ice to 2' of ice all winter. I would highly recommend giving it a shot!