We have used these with Lenox and Bahco carbide tipped hole saws, work just as well and are much cheaper. Carbide teeth do not dull as quickly as bimetal teeth when cutting abrasive materials such as hardboard, drywall, plaster or fiberglass. No better than bi-metal for cutting wood or chipboard, but manufacturers do not recommend this use at all. Bi-metal hole saws are better for nailed wood, while carbide hole saws are better for wood and chipboard.