I'm new to CNC carving and bought some starter bits, this is one of them. I can tell the difference between higher quality beats and beats you pay for. This bit is very sharp and does a good job. The edge of the tree has minor cracks. The Beat wasn't much more expensive than the cheap ones and has met my expectations so far. I would recommend Whiteside beats right there with Amana beats. I just ordered a set of three Whiteside 3D (2.5D) Carving Spherical Bits and can't wait to try them out as my "get what you pay for" bits are already boring.