Router Cutter Sets
Router cutter sets give you a complete selection of essential bits in one kit — ideal for joinery, shaping, edging and furniture work. Whether you’re kitting out a new router or expanding your profiles, these sets offer reliable versatility.
What’s in a Router Bit Set?
Sets include a mix of the most-used cutters across joinery and furniture work — all housed in protective boxes or pouches for easy storage:
- Straight Cutters – For grooves, dados, housings and trench cuts.
- Roundovers – Shape safe, curved edges on panels or furniture.
- Chamfer Bits – Cut clean bevels on doors, shelves or trim.
- Rebating Cutters – Rout recesses for panels or glass.
- V-Groove & Cove Bits – Add decorative details to doors and facings.
Best For:
- Carpenters building cabinetry, frames or rails
- Workshop joiners shaping edges and joints
- DIYers kitting out new plunge or palm routers
- Installers needing trim and rebating profiles on site
How to Choose a Router Cutter Kit
Look at shank size, number of pieces, and the included profiles:
1. Shank Diameter
Router bits are usually ¼” or ½” shank. Match to your router collet or use an adaptor sleeve.
2. Kit Size
Sets range from 6–35 pieces. Larger kits offer broader profiling range but may be overkill for small jobs.
3. Cutter Quality
TCT (Tungsten Carbide Tipped) sets last longer and resist heat when routing MDF, ply or hardwoods.
Router Cutter Set FAQs
What is a router cutter set used for?
It provides multiple router bit profiles in one kit — allowing you to cut grooves, trim edges, round over, rebate, and shape timber cleanly.
What size bits do I need?
Most routers use ¼” or ½” shank bits. Check your router’s collet size and pick a compatible set.
Can I use these with any router?
Yes — as long as the shank matches your router’s collet. Many sets are universal with correct fitting.
What’s the benefit of buying a set?
You get a wide variety of cutter shapes at a better price than buying them individually. It’s perfect for general routing tasks and experimentation.
Are these suitable for MDF?
Yes — TCT bits in these sets handle MDF, ply and softwoods well. Just make sure the router is running at a suitable speed.
