Last updated on December 8, 2021
The best engraving setup is made up of two smaller kits one for “Carbide burrs” and another one for “Dimond burrs” both sets are reasonably affordable and with both, you will have a full range of bits for your engraving and carving jobs.
Most engravers including the Dremel take the same sized rotary bits.
Best engraver bits [Carbide burrs]
#1 Best engraver carving bits
Osidu 10 pcs, 1/4 inch shank, double cut, tungsten carbide burr bits
- Precision-made from raw tungsten carbide.
- Designed with a tooth angle that reduces the risk of chipping.
- Excellent finish.
- Can be used for a wide variety of projects including metalwork, woodcarving, tool manufacturing, model construction, jewelry making, and more.
- A bit pricy.
#2 Best carbide burrs
Astro Pneumatic 8 pcs, 1/4 inch shank, double cut, tungsten carbide burr bits
- A double-cut design makes it ideally suited for working with stainless steel and iron.
- Made of high-grade tungsten carbide.
- Features a chip-resistant tooth design.
- The case is a bit flimsy.
#3 Best double-cut tungsten carbide burrs
Astro Pneumatic 5 pcs, 1/8 inch shank, double cut, tungsten carbide burr bits
- Excellent balance.
- including steel, iron, and other metals.
- Cuts through most materials easily,
- Has an excellent surface finish.
- The pieces tend to fall out of the case.
#4 Best value carbide burrs
Yufutol 10 pcs, 1/4 inch shank, double cut, solid carbide burr bits
- Can be used for everything from metalworking and pattern-making to die-sinking and surface cleaning.
- Useful for cleaning up weld spots, shaping parts, and smoothing castings.
- Can be used with electric or pneumatic tool drives.
- The case lid doesn’t stay up.
- The holder for the smaller bits tends to come loose.
#5 Small rotary-tool carbide set
Jestuous 8 pcs, 1/4 inch shank, double cut, tungsten carbide burr bits
- Fits into most rotary tools and die grinders.
- Ideally suited for drilling, woodworking, carving, and engraving.
- Made of heat-treated tungsten carbide.
- Tooth angle design minimizes the risk of chipping.
- They tend to burn up quickly.
#6 Small but long-lasting carbide burrs
Yufutol 8 pcs, 1/4 inch shank, double cut, solid carbide burr bits
- The bits are well-balanced and very durable.
- The bits retain their sharpness even after repeated use.
- The shanks are a bit too thick to fit into some rotary tools.
#7 Hardest carbide set
KOTVTM 5 pcs, 1/4 inch shank, double-cut, tungsten carbide burr bits
- Works equally well with hardened steel as it does with marble, jade, and bone.
- Has a hardness rating of HRC70.
- The shaft is a bit too small for some die grinders.
#8 Fastest cutting carbide burr set
CBTONE 5 pcs, 1/4 inch shank, double cut, carbide burr bits
- Made of high-grade tungsten carbide.
- Has a hardness rating of HRC70.
- More cutting edges result in faster and more efficient material removal.
- Not the sharpest carbide bits on the market.
#9 Some more engraving bits
Etoput 20 pcs, 1/8 inch shank, single/ double cut, solid carbide burr bits
- Has a large number of 1/8” burr bits, with more varied shapes.
- Fits most rotary tools available on the market.
- Heat-treated tungsten carbide material ensures better edge retention and long tool life.
- Better suited for jewelry than metalwork.
#10 Most affordable carbide burrs
Yosoo 10 pcs. 1/8 inch shank, double cut, tungsten carbide burr bits
- Compatible with smaller rotary tools such as Dremels.
- Equally suitable for woodworking and metalworking.
- Can be used for tool making, wood carving, jewelry making, and even welding.
- Produces extremely fine shavings that get everywhere.
Best rotary bits [Diamond burrs]
#1 Best diamond engraver bits
Drilax 50 pcs, 1/8 inch shank, 120-grit, diamond-coated engraver bits
- Includes 50 individual pieces.
- Made with high-density electroplated diamond coated grit.
- Includes a variety of sizes and shapes.
- Compatible with Dremel tools.
- The yellow tray is a bit fiddly to work with.
#2 Best titanium-coated diamond engraver bits
SE 30 pcs, 1/8 inch shank, 120 to 150-grit, titanium- coated engraver bits
- Set includes titanium-coated diamond burrs
- Comes in a variety of shapes and sizes, including cones, balls, cylinders, tapered, and needlepoint.
- Burrs are compatible with most brands of rotary tools and die grinders.
- The coating wears off pretty quickly.
#3 Best value diamond bits
Carving Expert 44 pcs, 1/8 inch shank, 60 to 150-grit, silver-coated, engraver bits
- Compatible with Dremel rotary tools.
- Includes a wide range of bit shapes and sizes, including rounded, impeller, cylinder, tapered, and needlepoint.
- These Dremel cutting bits are suitable for a wide variety of carving and cutting jobs.
- The container makes retrieving bits difficult.
#4 Most versatile diamond burr set
Lukcase 50 pcs, 1/8 inch shank, 120-grit, silver-coated engraver bits
- Intended for use with rotary tools such as Dremels.
- Can be used to grind glass, stone, ceramics, tile, carbide, and even marble.
- Includes many different shapes.
- The diamond surface tends to come off easily.
#5 DIY precision diamond burr bits
SE 20 pcs, 1/8 inch shank, 180-grit, silver-coated engraver bits
- Allows for precision shaping, grinding, and finishing.
- Works well on glass, ceramics, and tile, as well as brick, stone, and various metals.
- Comes in an assortment of shapes and sizes.
- The thinnest bit tends to break easily.
#6 A large cylinder diamond burr set
Drilax 30 pcs, 1/8 inch shank, silver-coated. cylinder engraver bits
- Includes 1 mm, 2 mm, and 3 mm bits.
- Works with Dremels and other brands of rotary tools.
- Can be used with electric and cordless hand drills.
- Too much pressure can damage the bits.
#7 A low-cost diamond burr set
Wokesi 30 pcs, 3/32 inch shank, 150-grit, diamond-coated engraver bits
- Consists of 30 pieces.
- Contains the most number of ³⁄₃₂” burrs.
- Has the smallest shank diameters.
- Burrs are diamond-coated with 150 grit.
- Diamond grit tends to wear out quickly.
#8 Another 1/8 inch diamond burr set
SE 30 pcs, 1/8 inch shank, 80 grit, titanium-coated engraver bits
- These diamond Dremel bits consist of 30 diamond-coated burrs.
- Comes in a variety of shapes, including balls, cones, needlepoints, and tapered.
- Compatible with a wide range of die grinders and rotary tools.
- The grit size is inconsistent.
Dremel bits and its many applications
The best Dremel bits allow you to cut, shape, bore, burr, and otherwise alter a wide range of materials.
Also known as burrs or rotary files, Dremel tool bits are commonly used with small, handheld rotary tools, of which A Dremel is the most popular.
Dremel manufactures an extensive range of tools and accessories intended for carving, engraving, and routing.
Dremel router bits are only some of the company’s products and are useful for deburring, smoothing, grinding, cleaning, and a lot more applications.
They come in different sizes and shapes, with different tips that you change out depending on what you need to do.
Reasons to buy diamond engraver bits
- Superior performance. Diamond burr bits can drill through most hard materials such as stone, concrete, and metal.
- Accuracy. Dremel diamond bits can produce clean holes in glass with minimal debris and chipping.
- Speed. Diamond burr bits allow you to drill through most materials faster than any other type of bit.
- Low noise. Diamond burr bits produce less noise than other bits.
- Cost-effectiveness. Although diamond burr bits are more expensive, they tend to last longer than other bits.
Before buying engraving bits…
1. Determine usage.
Figure out the type of work you need to do, whether burring, engraving, polishing, or smoothing, and choose the appropriate size and shape of your Dremel engraving bits.
2. Your engraver tool
Make sure that your bits are compatible with your engraver tool. Dremel tools are the de facto standard when it comes to rotary tools, and they have the broadest compatibility range.
3. Check the durability.
Burr bits are subject to pretty rigorous conditions. Make sure that your Dremel carving bits are made of tungsten carbide material to hold up against the strain.
4. Research the brand.
Some of the best brands of burr bits are Osidu, Astro Pneumatic, Yufutol, Jestuous, and Drillax.
Apart from durability and performance, these bits are compatible with a wide range of different rotary tools.
5. Think about the price.
Most burr bits are priced pretty affordably, but try to get the best in your price range. Spending a bit more on quality bits will pay off in better performance and longer tool life.
What to consider when you buy Dremel engraver bits
What is the material?
Tungsten carbide ensures the ability of your bits to withstand the pressures of grinding, engraving, and polishing.
What is a rated grit?
Make sure you have the right grit size for the task you are trying to do. Grit sizes range from fine (240 to 400) to medium (80 to 220), to coarse (20 to 60).
Shapes and sizes.
Purchase a burr bit set that includes a variety of shapes and sizes to suit different applications.
Tool Compatibility.
Check for compatibility with a wide range of grinders and rotary tools, particularly Dremel tools.
Carbide and diamond engraver bits differences
Carbide burrs are commonly used on relatively soft metals such as gold, platinum, and silver, and wood to carve and polish.
They are fairly resistant to chipping and breaking and last a long time with proper care.
Carbide burrs are typically the preferred bits for metalworkers, and model engineers, woodcarvers, and jewelers.
Diamond bits are more commonly used for texturing, detailing, and final shaping.
Many pros use them for cutting wood, hardened steel, stone, bone, ceramic, glass, and precious metals. They can also be used to engrave detailed lines and words on your work or on your tools.
Burr bit requirements for specific materials
- Woods. Working with wood usually requires carbide-point bits. Dremel wood carving bits are the most aggressive types of bits available and can remove stock pretty quickly. These bits typically produce a rough surface.
- Jewelry and rocks. These usually require double-cut carbide burrs. These types of bits tend to have more cutting edges, which makes them very effective at stock removal. Also known as “diamond cut” or “cross-cut” burrs, these produce smoother finishes than single cut burrs.
- Metals. Cutting into softer metals requires high-speed diamond bits. Although not as durable as carbide bits, these will last a fairly long time for detailed engraving.
- Die-cast/hard metals. Cutting into these materials requires double-cut carbide burrs. The higher number of cutting edges makes them especially effective at quick material removal.
Double cut and single cut: Which is best for burring?
A single cut or “one flute” burrs are commonly used for stainless or hardened steel, copper, and cast iron. These burrs can remove material pretty quickly, leaving a reasonably smooth finish. They commonly produce long chips.
Double cut carbide burrs are more frequently used for ferrous and non-ferrous metals, aluminum, and softer steel. They are also used for plastics, ceramic, hardwood, and stone. They are better suited for medium-light stock removal and produce small chips.
Grit levels for diamond engraver bits
When choosing bits based on grit size, remember that lower numbers mean larger individual grits. A 40-grit Dremel diamond bit will, therefore, have larger grits than 80-grit bits, resulting in a coarser finish. Conversely, higher numbers equate to smaller grits, which result in a smoother finish.
Diamond engraver bits usually come in the following grit sizes: 40, 80. 240, 400, and 600-grit.
Choosing the best Dremel carbide burr bits
#1 Best Dremel carbide burr bits
The Osidu set consists of ten burrs made of solid tungsten carbide. One of the most expensive sets in this roundup, it is ideally suited for light to medium stock removal. The bits have ¼” shanks that fit into most rotary file die grinders.
One of the best features of these bits is the unique tooth angle that reduces the risk of chipping. This results in a more efficient tool with excellent tool life.
Osidu bits can be used for a wide variety of tasks, including metal crafting and engraving, tool manufacturing, woodcarving, jewelry making, and more.
#1 Best cheap Dremel carbide burr bits
This Astro Pneumatic set consists of 8 individual pieces, ensuring that you are covered for a wide variety of metal and woodworking tasks. Each bit features a unique double-cut design that makes them ideally suited for cutting into stainless steel, iron, and other hard materials.
Intended specifically for light to medium removal, the set includes the most number of ¼” bits in a set. Each is made from tungsten carbide metal, ensuring its ability to withstand demanding applications.
#1 The best value Dremel carbide burr bits
This Yufutol Dremel bit set excels at medium to light stock removal, with ¼” shanks that fit with most small rotary tools on the market.
I’ve found these bits to be well-suited to a variety of metalworking jobs, including die sinking, mold and pattern making, surface cleaning, and a lot more.
Best of all, they can be used with electric or pneumatic tool drives, and even with machine tools.
#1 Most affordable carbide burr set
This Yosoo 10-piece set is made to fit onto smaller rotary tools such as Dremels.
Suitable Dremel bits for wood and metalworkers of all skill levels, this set is safe and easy to use even if you don’t have a lot of prior experience.
The ⅛” shanks allow for a broad degree of compatibility with many rotary tools, and the double-cut design ensures excellent results and a long tool life even with frequent use.
Choosing the best Dremel diamond burr bits
#1 Top diamond engraver bits
The Drilax 50-piece set provides everything you could possibly need for wood and metalworking at home.
The drills and burrs are made of high-density metal which is electroplated and diamond coated for maximum durability.
It is finished in 120 grit, so it can easily smooth and grind even the hardest materials.
With 50 pieces in the set, the Drilax collection provides a wide assortment of shapes and sizes.
Whether you need to do quick drilling, aggressive grinding, precision shaping, and even polishing, there is sure to be a bit in these Dremel sanding bits that will meet your requirements.
#1 Cheapest and largest diamond burr bits
The aptly named Carving Expert consists of 44 pieces, each of which is precision-crafted for strength and durability.
Each bit has a ⅛” shank, so it is fully compatible with most Dremels and other powered rotary tools.
You get an assortment of shapes and sizes in the set, including rounded, impeller, cylinder, tapered, and needle.
For carving and cutting work, modeling, engraving, and even home repair, I’ve found the Carving Expert set to be quite useful.
#1 Low-cost diamond burr bits
The Wokesi set consists of 30 high-quality bits, each of which is diamond coated to a 150-grit finish. This particular bit set contains the most number of ³⁄₃₂” burrs, which is the smallest shank diameter commonly available.
You also get a good selection of bit shapes, including balls, cones, needlepoints, tapered, and flat top cylinders. With this many different types of bits, the Wokesi set can be used for everything from filing glass to stone and metalwork.
Common burr tips and shapes
Carbide tips
- Large taper. Useful for making round edges and concave cuts. Suitable for hard-to-reach areas.
- Small taper. Useful for reaching into tight spots and angled areas.
- Inverted cone. Used in making V-cuts for hair and feather barbules designs.
- Disc. Used for cutting off thin pieces of wood and making channel cuts.
- Pear. Used for making round edges and to create bumps on surfaces.
Diamond tips
- Bull or ball nose. Used for making concave cuts and hollowing out areas.
- Cylinder. Used for cutting flat areas, making round edges, and creating stop cuts.
- Flame. Use for making concave and V-cuts, as well as creating recessed areas.
- Oval. Used for rounding edges and making concave cuts.
- Disc. Used for cutting off the excess wood.
Tips for using Dremel bits
Dos
- Familiarize yourself with how your bits fit into the Dremel tool before using it for the first time.
- Experiment with different Dremel polishing bits to see how they affect the work surface.
- Use the right bit sizes and grits for the job.
- Wear protective clothing and accessories such as goggles, ear protection, and leather or waxed canvas aprons .
- Keep your burr bits in a carrying case at all times.
- Return your bits to the proper slot right after using them.
Don’ts
- Don’t push down too hard with the Dremel tool to avoid breaking your bits.
- Don’t use a Dremel tool for large or long cuts when a large saw or a carving chisel would be more appropriate.
- Don’t change out bits while the Dremel tool is plugged in even if it is off.
Comparing Dremel carbide burr bits
| Osidu 10 pcs
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Astro Pneumatic 8 pcs
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Astro Pneumatic 5 pcs
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Yufutol 10 pcs
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Jestuous 8 pcs
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Yufutol 8 pcs
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KOTVTM 5 pcs
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CBTONE 5 pcs
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Etoput 20 pcs
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Yosoo 10 pcs
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| Verdict: | #1 Top quality Dremel bits | Premium Dremel carbide burr kit | Best value carbide burrs | Most affordable carbide burrs |
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| Pieces: | 10 pcs | 8 pcs | 5 pcs | 10 pcs | 8 pcs | 8 pcs | 5 pcs | 5 pcs | 20 pcs | 10 pcs |
| Shank diameter: | 1/4 inch | 1/4 inch | 1/4 inch | 1/4 inch | 1/4 inch | 1/4 inch | 1/4 inch | 1/4 inch | 1/8 inch | 1/8 inch |
| Cut: | Double cut | Double cut | Double cut | Double cut | Double cut | Double cut | Double cut | Double cut | Single/ double cut mix | Double cut |
| Coating: | Silver | Silver | Silver | Silver | Silver | Silver | Silver | Silver | Nano blue | Silver |
Comparing Dremel diamond burr bits
| Drilax 50 pcs
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SE 30 pcs
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Carving Expert 44 pcs
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Lukcase 50 pcs
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SE 20 pcs
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Drilax 30 pcs
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Wokesi 30 pcs
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SE 30 pcs
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| Verdict: | Top Diamond burr bits | Best value diamond engraver bits | Most affordable diamond burr set | |||||
| Pieces: | 50 pcs | 30 pcs | 44 pcs | 50 pcs | 20 pcs | 30 pcs | 30 pcs | 30 pcs |
| Shank diameter: | 1/8 inch | 1/8 inch | 1/8 inch | 1/8 inch | 1/8 inch | 1/8 inch | 3/32 inch | 1/8 inch |
| Grit: | 120 | 120 to 150 | 60 to 150 | 120 | 180 | 150 | 80 | |
| Coating: | Diamond | Titanium | Silver | Silver | Diamond | Silver | Diamond | Titanium |
Conclusion
The Osidu 10-piece set may not have the most number of bits among all the sets reviewed here, but what it lacks in quantity is made up for in quality.
Ideally suited for light to medium material removal, it has ¼” shanks that ensure compatibility with Dremel and other small rotary tools.
Like the best bits, these are made from raw tungsten carbide, which makes them as durable as any bit set you could get for the money.
And with the unique tooth angle, you won’t have to worry about chipping these bad boys no matter what material you are working with.
You also want to have a set of diamond bits for detailed engraving like the Drilax 50pc set.
These sets are pretty affordable and will mean you have all the bits needed to tackle a full range of engraving jobs.
I hope you’ve enjoyed this review of the best Dremel bits available. Round out your selection of tool accessories with some of the quality drill bits review here .
Osidu 10 pcs, 1/4 inch set review
Pros:
- Made from quality raw tungsten carbide.
- The tooth angle design reduces the risk of chipping.
- Excellent finish.
- Use for different carving and burring jobs including metalwork, woodcarving, tool manufacturing, model construction, jewelry making, and more.
Cons:
- More expensive than others.
#1 Best carbide burr bits
Drilax 50 pcs, 1/8 inch set review
Pros:
- The massive diamond set has 50 individual pieces.
- Made with high-density electroplated diamond coated grit.
- Do more with Drilax’ variety of tips and shapes.
- Compatible with Dremel and other rotary tools.
Cons:
- The yellow tray may get fiddly.
#1 Best diamond burr bits
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