Generally, the cheaper the set, the less variety you’ll have and smaller the hole saws will be in diameter.

Speaking from experience, if you go too small the first time, you’re going to have a LOT of trouble enlarging the hole since there’s no longer material for the pilot bit to guide the tool through.

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As with any project, measure twice (or three times, or four to be safe) and cut once. Drywall is messy, and the less dust you expose yourself to, the better. When To Use A Utility Knife or Razor Knife to Cut Drywall Much like a utility knife, a drywall or jab saw is great for small, straight cuts into drywall. That being said, it can do rough curved cuts, you’ll just have to be quite careful. A jigsaw is a very versatile tool – it’s probably one of the most used in my collection. You’ll want to think about all the ways you can use a jigsaw before purchasing one. In other words, don’t buy it just to cut drywall…think about all the other uses too! Pretty much every drywall job could benefit from a razor knife or utility knife – there’s nothing better for scoring a straight line on drywall, and then snapping it for a clean cut. First, ask yourself if you have ANY other tools that can do the job – if so, use those. If not, forge ahead, but make sure you’re in a well-ventilated space and have lots of safety equipment and a stellar mask on.

If you think you’re going to use it A LOT, consider upgrading to the brushless model – it’ll work cooler and last a lot longerI wouldn’t buy a reciprocating saw just to cut drywall, but if you already have one on hand, purchasing a drywall blade can help you get even more use out of your existing tool.

While you could definitely cut long, stright lines with a multi-tool, I’ve found they work better for when you have a large volume of smaller cuts, especially plunge cuts. For example, if you were cutting out a bunch of holes in drywall for outlets, an oscillating multi-tool is a great tool for the job. Another time that’s great for using a multitool is if you’re in cramped conditions – there’s really no other tool that can work in tight spaces like a multitool! What To Look For In An Oscillating Multitool Cut Drywall I’d typically use a hole saw if I need to cut out drywall for a circular electrical box, but that’s pretty much it as a DIYer. What To Look For In A Hole Saw Cutter Used To Cut Drywall I chose to go with the Ryobi Cordless Orbital Jig Saw (after the one pictured above died during a silicone caulk accident…don’t ask haha) because it’s a great price and works with my existing tools and batteries – but whatever you manufacturer you choose, you’ll be just fine. They all make fantastic jigsaws!If I was going to cut down larger sheets of drywall or cut through huge openings, I’d definitely reach for a power tool, but for 99% of my drywall needs, the simple drywall saw is perfect. What To Look For In A Handheld Drywall Saw If you want to ensure a great fit and have a little more to spend, a respirator like this is a great investment.