I buy Whiteside cutters because I have already learned that there is no substitute for quality. I used to do fine wood carvings so I can easily tell the difference in quality and have tried them all. The pair singles out Freud and Whiteside, and I have no doubts about either. Both make nice cuts for long periods of time in both soft and hard woods. However, these two bits served the same purpose. I'm building a vanity and chose melamine as it's the industry standard for bathrooms and kitchenβ¦