[Benmitch5]

I’ve come across this forum a few times looking for answers to stuff I couldn’t find googling and here I am again. Looking around online it’s hard to find a recommendation for a bit set to get. I’ve seen it suggested to get a cheaper set of bits to start with and then upgrade what you use as the ones you use more often wear out. I plan on following this suggestion but reviews on cheaper sets are all over the place. I know these bits aren’t going to be the best but I still don’t want to throw my money away on something that will only last a few uses.

Im hoping to get some suggestions for a beginner set that is still work worth getting?
Thanks

 

[Benmitch5]

I don’t have an exact project yet, waiting for my router to come in. It will fit 1/2 and 1/4. I was just thinking if I could get a set of bits that covers general use cases it would be a good starting point for learning and figuring out what else I’d need. I’m brand new to routers and trying to learn as much as I can before I start.

 

[Benmitch5]

Thanks for the suggestions and tips. Roxanne those sets look nice and it seems like multiple people are suggesting Yonico as a good brand for affordable but still quality bits.

 

[Benmitch5]

A couple of different straight cutters, some round overs and a couple of top bearing bits to help with templates will get you started.
The big question here is, what router are you getting?

I ordered the Masterforce 2 1/2hp plunge and fixed base kit from Menards. Hopefully a good choice, it was hard to find reviews on it but one poster on this forum said they liked it.