WIRED's top drill bit pick for home tool kits, black oxide coating reduces friction, resists rust, and handles wood, metal, plastics, wallboard, and fiberglass. A focused 14-piece set that covers everything most homeowners actually need.
The black oxide coating on these drill bits reduces friction, which speeds up drilling and resists rust. These are good for general use and will handle wood, metal, plastics, wallboard, and fiberglass.
For all but the smallest of jobs, it'll go easier if you drill out a hole before driving screws and bolts into a wall.
91 pieces covering drill bits, driver bits, nut setters, and masonry bits in a hard case, all from a top-tier brand. At $25 on sale, it's the most recommended drill bit set across deal communities and expert sources alike.
Good Housekeeping's pick for heavy-duty home projects, 102 pieces including sockets, ratchets, screwdrivers, and drill bits in a hard case with dedicated slots for every tool. Craftsman's consistent quality makes this a reliable starter set.
The only set on this list that includes a 20V cordless drill plus 10 drill bits, perfect for someone starting from scratch. Good Housekeeping and Popular Mechanics both tested it and found it handles basic household drilling tasks with ease.
The go-to pocket bit kit for multitool users, covers Torx, Allen, Phillips, and square drive bits in a slim, portable sleeve. Reddit's r/EDC community unanimously recommends it for anyone who carries a Leatherman Surge or similar multitool.
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