Ice augers? (make and size)

[UtahNovice]

Saw some discussion in 2011 but perhaps things have changed. I haven't yet dipped a toe into ice fishing but will need an auger. Money is always a consideration so the expensive gas and electric powered augers are out of the running. I do have an 18 Volt, 1/2", brushless, cordless drill I could use to power a hand auger but the questions still remain as to which make/model for a hand auger and what size hole, 8" or 6"? Think I would prefer an 8" hole. Understand a 6" hole takes less power/energy to get through the ice but is the smaller diameter more difficult to fish? Also unsure how thick the ice can become around here... generally speaking. Thanks in advance for any insight which might be provided.
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