Forstner bits are essential tools for woodworking projects. These high-quality bits are designed to make smooth, precise holes in wood, creating a neat and professional finish. They are made from hardened steel and feature a unique angled design for cutting cleanly through the grain. The bits can be used with a drill press or hand drill, and offer great control for creating large or small holes. They are also ideal for drilling overlapping or intersecting holes, and for cutting mortises in furniture pieces. Forstner bits are a great choice for any woodworking project, offering durability, accuracy, and convenience.
Top 10 Rated & Best Forstner Bits For Woodworking, Top Picks for 2023
1#. ASNOMY 6PCS Large Size Forstner Drill Bit, 1-3/8Inch to 2-3/4Inch Carbide Tipped Forstner Bit for Hard Wood, Wood Drilling Hole Saw Set Woodworking Hinge Cutter Tool Kits for Wood Plastic Plywood
Features
【Top Quality】Made from high quality Tungsten Carbide Tipped Cutters, solid hardened steel body, ensuring its high hardness, rust proof, sturdy and durable；
【Size】Drilling diameter：1-3/8Inch, 1-9/16Inch, 1-3/4Inch, 2Inch, 2-3/8Inch, 2-3/4Inch, Hex Shank Dia.: 3/8 Inch(9.5mm) , Drilling depth: 2-3/8Inch (60mm), Total length: 3-9/16 Inch(90mm).
【 Sharp & Clean Holes】This TCT (Tungsten Carbide Tipped Cutters)Forstner bit set perfect for hard wood, can drill precise flat bottom holes with no chipping in Hard Wood or soft wood.(drilling depth up to 2-3/8Inch)
【Widely Applications】Can be used for drilling holes on on wood and plastic products, furniture, door hinge, desk. Used on cutting wood, plywood, solid wood boards, MDF, plastics, etc.
【Warm Tips】Since we are all large-size Forstner Drill bit, it is best to use machines with good fixing performance for drilling operations, such as drilling machines, bench drills, vertical drilling machines and vertical electric drills, etc., if you must To operate with a hand electric drill, it is best to use it together with a vise with good fixing effect.
2#. WEN FB3508 8-Piece Forstner Bit Set with Carrying Case
Features
Easily drill perfect circles into your workpiece
Includes 1/4-inch, 3/8-inch, 1/2-inch, 5/8-inch, 3/4-inch, 7/8-inch, 1-inch, and 1-3/8-inch diameter drill bits
3/8-inch round shank compatible with the majority of drill and drill press chucks
X-wing head provides visibility and stability during operation
Includes carrying case for easy storage and transportation
3#. Meichoon Forstner Drill Bit Set 15-35mm 16 Pcs, Carbide Forstner Bits High Speed Steel Wood Tool Punching Bit Wood Slabs Flat Wing Drilling Hole Hinge Cemented Carbide Drilling Counterbore DC01
Features
Advanced technology manufacturing and durable material – Made from Tungsten steel and being hot-treated, the blade is characterized by high accuracy, smooth cutting operation, good resistance to shock and good toughness.
High Quality – Small incision resistance, improve the opening speed, chip easy and no tremor. The perforation is neat, smooth, no broken edge.
Designed for durability and long life, creates a fine smooth finish.
16Pcs include 16 different boring diameters: 15mm/16mm/17mm/18mm/19mm/20mm/21mm/22mm/23mm/24mm/25mm/26mm/28mm/30mm/32mm/35mm.
Wide range of applications – Any wood and wood products, plastic, plywood and other materials you need to exquisite perforation, suitable for industrial hinge installation, wood processing and maintenance, model production, installation of spherical door, drawers and other occasions.
4#. COMOWARE Forstner Bit Set – 16 Pcs Forstner Drill Bits Set for Wood, Auger Opener Round Shank Drilling Cutting Tool for Woodworking
Features
DURABLE MATERIAL: Forstner bit is made of carbon steel, with the advantage of sharp edge, accurate positioning, high precision and stable cutting.
WIDELY APPLICATION: It is suitable for industrial hinge installation, wood processing and maintenance, model production, installation of spherical door, drawers and other occasions. It can easily cut wood, plastic, resin, PVC and other materials
ALL SIZE YOU NEED: 16 PCS includes 1/4″ (6.3mm), 3/8″ (9.5mm), 1/2″ (12.7mm), 5/8″ (15.8mm), 3/4″ (19.0mm), 7/8″ (22.2mm), 1″ (25.4mm), 1-1/8″ (28.5mm), 1-1/4″ (31.7mm), 1-3/8″ (34.9mm) ，1-1/2（38.1mm), 1-5/8(41.28mm), 1-3/4(44.45mm), 1-7/8(47.63mm), 2(50.8mm) and 2-1/8(53.98mm) forstner bits
SHARP DESIGN: Our drill has the features of sharp edge, accurate positioning, high hardness, impact resistance, high precision, smooth cutting and high toughness. Fostner bit can produce holes that are smooth and flat, and create “chisel-like” curls for fast, clean chip removal.
EFFICIENT CUTTING: Significantly reduces cutting time compared with traditional drill bits.Also these drill bits make drilling hole smooth and smooth
5#. Forstner Bit Set, Wood Drilling, w/Carbide Tipped 14 Piece Set by KOWOOD
Features
14 PCS Forstner Bit Set Specifications: 1/4″(6.35mm)*2, 3/8″(9.52mm), 1/2″(12.7mm), 5/8″(15.9mm), 3/4″(19.05mm), 7/8″(22.2mm), 1″(25.4mm), 1-1/8″(28.6mm), 1-1/4″(31.75mm), 1-3/8″(34.9mm), 1-1/2″(38.1mm), 1-5/8″(41.2mm), 2″(50.88mm)
Kowood C2 Carbide: This forstner bit set tipped Carbide is more stable, durable, and smooth compare with HSS
Kowood forstner bit set designed: Ideal for pocket holes, overlapping holes, and holes at the edge
Accurate & Clean holes: Fine kerf teeth improve accuracy and deliver clean, smooth results
Precision control: Shank style reduces runout for more precise holes
6#. CORTOOL Forstner Bit Set 16Pcs Hex Shank, Wood Drill Bits Set with Multi Sided Shank
Features
✅ Specifications: 16PCS includes 1/4″ (6.3mm), 3/8″ (9.5mm), 1/2″ (12.7mm), 5/8″ (15.8mm), 3/4″ (19.0mm), 7/8″ (22.2mm), 1″ (25.4mm), 1-1/8″ (28.5mm), 1-1/4″ (31.7mm), 1-3/8″ (34.9mm) ，1-1/2（38.1mm), 1-5/8(41.28mm), 1-3/4(44.45mm), 1-7/8(47.63mm), 2(50.8mm) and 2-1/8(53.98mm) forstner bits
✅ Features: 3/8″ Hex Shank is easy to install and tighten ,prevent the bit from slipping. Extra sharp cutting spurs is especially designed for cutting through hard and soft wood or other materials smoothly and efficiently.
✅ Great performance: Easily make flat-bottomed and pocket holes with no chipping on any wood or wood products, plastic, polywood and other materials during processing or installation.
✅ High quality: Good material assures toughness and good resistance to shock,reduces cutting time.
✅ Application: Hex shank fits any electric power machines and drill presses.
7#. IRWIN Marples Forstner Bit Set, Wood Drill Bits, Made of Carbon Steel, Ideal for Fine Woodworking, Cabinet-making and more, 14 Pieces (1966893)
Features
Easily Drills High-Quality Flat-Bottomed And Pocket Holes
Features Optimized Ultra-Sharp Cutting Teeth Specifically Engineered To Cut Through Hard And Soft Woods Smoothly And Efficiently
Significantly Reduces Cutting Time Compared With Traditional Forstner Bits
Reduced Shank Fits 3/8″ And Larger Drills And Drill Presses, 1-1/2″ (38.1Mm), 1-5/8″ (41.2Mm), 2″ (50.8Mm) Forstner Bits
8#. INTOO Hex Shank Forstner Bit Set 16 pcs Multi Sided Shank Wood Drill bit Set
Features
①Specifications: 16 PCS includes 1/4″ (6.3mm), 3/8″ (9.5mm), 1/2″ (12.7mm), 5/8″ (15.8mm), 3/4″ (19.0mm), 7/8″ (22.2mm), 1″ (25.4mm), 1-1/8″ (28.5mm), 1-1/4″ (31.7mm), 1-3/8″ (34.9mm) ，1-1/2（38.1mm), 1-5/8(41.28mm), 1-3/4(44.45mm), 1-7/8(47.63mm), 2(50.8mm) and 2-1/8(53.98mm) forstner bits
②Features: Hex Shank is easy to install and tighten ,prevent the bit from slipping. Extra sharp cutting spurs is especially designed for cutting through hard and soft wood or other materials smoothly and efficiently.
③Great Performance: Easily make flat-bottomed and pocket holes with no chipping on any wood or wood products, plastic, polywood and other materials during processing or installation.
④High Quality: Good material assures toughness and good resistance to shock,reduces cutting time.
⑤Application: 3/8″ reduced shank fits any electric power machines and drill presses.
9#. IRWIN Marples Forstner Bit Set, Wood Drilling, 8 Piece (1966892)
Features
Easily drills high-quality flat-bottomed and pocket holes
Features optimized ultra-sharp cutting teeth specifically engineered to cut through hard and soft woods smoothly and efficiently
Significantly reduces cutting time compared with traditional forstner bits
Reduced shank fits 3/8″ and larger drills and drill presses
Set includes 1/4″ (6.3mm), 3/8″ (9.5mm), 1/2″ (12.7mm), 5/8″ (15.8mm), 3/4″ (19.0mm), 7/8″ (22.2mm), 1″ (25.4mm), 1-3/8″ (34.9mm) forstner bits
10#. Freud FB-100 16PC Diablo Forstner Drill Bit Set
Features
Ideal bits for drilling in plywood, hard wood, and soft wood with handheld drills and drill presses
Drill flat bottom holes, pocket holes, and overlapping holes
Wood case for easy storage and protection
1/4-to-2-1/8-inch bits in 1/8-inch increments
1-year limited manufacturer’s warranty
