Which is better for engraving glass?

The 729-02 micro kit. It includes two diamond wheel points and four engraving cutters sized for fine detail, which the 160-piece kit does not list.

Which is better for cutting and sanding?

The 160-piece kit. It includes EZ Lock cut-off wheels, a mandrel, sanding bands and sandpaper discs; the micro kit has none of these.

Is the 160-piece kit worth the extra cost?

If you do mixed work, yes. It replaces several small purchases at once. If you only engrave, the 11-piece kit covers that job for less.

Do both fit the same rotary tool?

Both use Dremel rotary tools with a 1/8 in shank, so they fit the same collets. The 160-piece kit is listed for corded tools; the micro kit is listed for cordless.

Neither kit has a set lifespan; it depends on use. The 160-piece kit spreads wear across more pieces, while the micro kit's diamond points and cutters wear with heavy engraving.

Can I start with the micro kit and add later?

Yes. The micro kit covers carving and engraving, and you can add sanding and cutting accessories separately when you need them.

Dremel Rotary Tool Accessory Kit (160-Piece) vs Dremel 729-02 Carving & Engraving Kit

Buy the 160-piece kit if you want one box that covers cutting, sanding, polishing, grinding and carving on wood, plastic, ceramic and glass. Buy the 11-piece micro kit if carving and engraving fine detail is your main job and you want the specific bits for it. The micro kit is $19.99 at Fleet Farm as of November 5, 2026; the 160-piece kit is the broader buy but costs more for accessories you may not use.

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