6 Best Forstner Drill Bits of 2024

If you need to make holes with flat bottoms in wood or drill completely through a piece of wood, Forstner Drill Bits will help you to do so while receiving smooth, clean results. These bits are made in various sizes and produce holes of varying dimensions as a result.

PORTER-CABLE Forstner Bit Set, 14-Piece

PORTER-CABLE Forstner Bit Set, 14-Piece

Features of this product:

  • Optimized cutting angles for flat bottom holes
  • Open tooth design for clean fast holes
  • Creates a fine smooth finish
  • Designed for durability and long life
  • Includes common sizes from 1/4 to 2-1/8-Inch


Steelex Forstner Bit Set with Hex Shank, 16-Piece

Steelex Forstner Bit Set with Hex Shank, 16-Piece

Features of this product:

  • 1/4-Inch Diameter RS, 3/8-Inch Diameter RS, 1/2-Inch Diameter RS
  • 5/8-Inch Diameter RS, 3/4-Inch Diameter RS, 7/8-Inch Diameter RS
  • 1-Inch Diameter RS, 1-1/8-Inch Diameter HS, 1-1/4-Inch Diameter HS
  • 1-3/8-Inch diameter hs, 1-1/2-Inch diameter hs, 1-5/8-Inch diameter hs, 1-3/4-Inch diameter HS
  • 1-7/8-Inch diameter hs, 2-Inch diameter hs, 2-1/8-Inch diameter hs, high carbon steel, wood storage box included


Steelex Forstner Bit Set in Case, 7-Piece

Steelex Forstner Bit Set in Case, 7-Piece

Features of this product:

  • 1/4-Inch Diameter, 3/8-Inch Diameter, 1/2-Inch Diameter
  • 5/8-Inch diameter, 3/4-Inch diameter
  • 7/8-Inch diameter, 1-Inch diameter
  • Approximately 3-3/4-Inch long
  • See-through protective case included


Freud 1-1/2-Inch by 3/8-Inch Shank Forstner Drill Bit

Freud 1-1/2-Inch by 3/8-Inch Shank Forstner Drill Bit

Features of this product:

  • Drill flat bottomed holes without splintering
  • Drill straight, angled and overlapping holes
  • Precision machined for best results
  • Right hand rotation
  • Covered by Freud’s limited lifetime warranty


Steelex 2-1/2 inch Forstner Bit

Steelex 2-1/2″ Forstner Bit

Features of this product:

  • 1/2″ shank, 6-1/4″ long
  • This bit comes in an individual wooden box
  • Grading is cover/record: VG+ using Goldmine standards
  • Designed for use on a drill press


Freud Precision Shear 16 Piece 1/4-Inch to 2-1/8-Inch Serrated Edge Forstner Drill Bit Assortment

Freud Precision Shear 16 Piece 1/4-Inch to 2-1/8-Inch Serrated Edge Forstner Drill Bit Assortment

Features of this product:

  • Razor-sharp serrated edges
  • Cutting edge produces smooth and flat holes
  • Ultra sharp spur
  • Hardened steel body
  • Quality forged construction