Bosch Daredevil multipurpose bits are intended for drilling masonry, brick, block, tile, metal, wood, and plastic, but you should match your setup to both the material and the specific bit. [1] A bit suited to a range of materials does not mean one speed or drill mode is right for every surface.
Before you start, identify what you’re drilling and check the instructions for your particular bit and drill. For example, a hole in wood and a hole in tile call for different considerations; don’t assume the same settings or technique will work for both. The source lists these materials but does not give recommended speeds, modes, or step-by-step instructions, so use the product guidance for the bit you have rather than guessing.
That material-by-material approach helps you choose a sensible starting setup and avoid treating “multipurpose” as “one setting fits all.” The sections ahead explain how to think about the bit and work surface together, including examples across common shop materials. If you’re unsure about a setting, pause and verify it in the bit or drill documentation before drilling.
What should you check before drilling?
Before drilling, confirm that the bit fits your tool, matches the hole and material, and can be used safely with your setup. These checks help you avoid a poor fit or a bit that is wrong for the job.
Check the bit and chuck
Look at the bit’s size and shank, then compare them with the tool’s chuck or bit holder. The cited Daredevil product information describes a 1/4-inch hex shank and says it works with corded and cordless tools that accept that shank. [2] Another product listing describes hex-shank bits for hammer drills or impact drivers, but that does not confirm every Daredevil bit fits every tool. [3] Check the details for your specific bit and tool before installing it.
For example, if your driver only accepts hex bits, make sure the bit’s shank is compatible and locks in securely. Don’t force a bit into a chuck or holder that does not accept its shank.
Match the bit to the hole and material
Choose a bit size that matches the hole you need, and check that the bit is intended for the material you plan to drill. If you need a hole for a particular fastener, compare the required hole size with the bit size before you start.
Secure the work and protect yourself
Secure the workpiece so it cannot shift as you drill. For a small piece of wood, for instance, clamp it to a stable work surface instead of holding it close to the bit. Wear suitable eye protection, and follow the instructions supplied with both the drill and the bit; check those instructions for any material-specific setup or operating guidance.
Which tool and mode should you use?
Start by matching the bit, tool, and mode to the material; don’t assume one setting fits every job. Some Daredevil multipurpose bits are described as suitable for hammer drills, and impact-rated versions are described for use with impact drivers, but confirm the specific bit’s packaging or manual before installing it. [2][3]
Choose the tool first
Check the bit’s shank and your tool’s chuck or holder. The cited Daredevil bit has a 1/4-inch hex shank and is described as suitable for corded and cordless tools that accept that shank. [2] If your tool does not accept the bit securely, choose a compatible tool rather than trying to force the fit.
For example, if you’re drilling a pilot hole in wood with a standard drill, use the drill setting recommended by the tool maker and keep the bit aligned with your mark. If you’re considering an impact driver for a job in a different material, first verify that your exact bit is impact-rated; the listing describes impact-rated bits, not necessarily every bit in the product family. [3]
Match the mode to the material
Use the tool maker’s instructions to choose the setting for the material and task. A hammer-drill mode adds hammering action, so don’t turn it on automatically just because the bit can be used in a hammer drill. [2]
Tile is a case where you should pause and check the bit and tool guidance before choosing a mode. The available product information lists tile among the materials for a multipurpose bit, but it does not establish that hammer action is appropriate for every tile or masonry job. [2] If you’re uncertain, start with the maker’s recommended mode and avoid applying extra force; stop if the bit slips or the surface begins to crack.
Before drilling, secure the workpiece and keep the tool straight. Recheck the bit instructions when you change materials—for example, moving from wood to masonry—rather than carrying the same mode over by habit. The sources establish compatibility for some bits and tools, not a universal setting for every Daredevil bit or drilling situation. [2][3]
How do you drill a hole with the bit?
Use a steady, controlled approach: secure the work, keep the bit square, and ease off rather than forcing it if drilling slows. Bosch says Daredevil multipurpose bits are intended for materials including masonry, brick, block, tile, metal, wood, and plastic [1]. The listed bit has a 1/4-inch hex shank and can be used in compatible corded or cordless tools, including a hammer drill [2].
Mark and secure the workpiece. Mark the center of the hole, then clamp the piece or otherwise keep it from shifting. For example, support a small wood offcut on a stable surface before drilling; don’t hold it in your hand while operating the tool.
Fit the bit and line up the tool. Seat the bit fully in a tool that accepts its shank, and make sure it is held securely. Set the tip on your mark and hold the tool square to the surface so the hole starts where you intend.
Begin steadily with light pressure. Start the tool under control and let the bit begin cutting before adding pressure. If progress stalls, ease off and reassess instead of pushing harder; forcing the tool can make it harder to maintain control.
Keep control and clear material as needed. Maintain your grip and alignment as the hole deepens. If material builds up or the bit stops advancing, withdraw it carefully to clear the hole, then bring the bit back into position before continuing.
Stop at the needed depth and clear debris safely. Stop drilling when the hole is deep enough for your task, then remove the bit under control. Clear chips or dust only after the tool has stopped; for instance, brush debris away rather than reaching near a moving bit.
These steps are general handling guidance, not manufacturer-specific speed or pressure settings. Check your tool and bit instructions for operating details, and choose the bit and tool mode to suit the material you’re drilling.
What changes when you drill tile, metal, or masonry?
Tile, metal, and masonry call for different levels of caution: Bosch lists Daredevil multipurpose bits for all three materials, but that does not establish one technique or setting for every job. [1]
Tile: proceed cautiously
Use a controlled approach on tile and avoid treating the bit’s compatibility as a guarantee against cracking. Bosch lists tile as a suitable material, but the product information here does not give a complete tile-drilling procedure. [1]
One DIY discussion suggests making a small starting point in the glaze with a center punch, but that snippet does not establish a complete method or confirm what is appropriate for every tile or bit. [4] If you are unsure, stop and check the instructions for your bit, drill, and tile before proceeding; do not assume that a tip for one tile applies to another.
Metal: check the instructions
For metal, follow the drill and bit instructions for speed, pressure, and operating mode. Bosch includes metal among the materials these bits can drill, but its product description does not specify a speed or pressure setting. [1]
For example, if you are drilling a hole in a metal bracket, do not copy a setting you used on wood just because the same bit is in the drill. Check the tool and bit guidance first, and pause if the bit or workpiece is not behaving as expected.
Masonry: don’t assume the tile or metal approach applies
Bosch also lists masonry among the compatible materials. [1] That listing does not tell you which speed, pressure, or mode to use, so use the instructions for your specific bit and drill rather than guessing or carrying over a technique from another material.
For a masonry hole, the practical choice is to verify the tool’s guidance before starting and keep the setup appropriate to the task. The available product description confirms material compatibility, not a universal procedure for drilling tile, metal, and masonry. [1]
What mistakes should you avoid?
Match the bit to your tool and the hole you need, and don’t force it when drilling feels wrong. The Bosch Daredevil multipurpose bit described by the sources has a 1/4-inch hex shank and is listed for tools that accept that shank; the listing also says the bit can be used in a hammer drill. [2] A separate product listing describes the bits as impact-rated and suitable for hammer drills or impact drivers. [3] Check the marking and instructions for your specific bit and tool before use rather than assuming every model has the same rating.
Check fit and mode before drilling
Seat the hex shank fully in the chuck or bit holder, then make sure it is locked in place. If the shank does not fit securely, stop and choose a compatible bit or holder instead of trying to make it work. A loose bit can slip, damage the workpiece, or make it harder to control the tool.
Do not switch on hammer mode just because the bit is described as multipurpose. The sources say these bits can be used in a hammer drill, but that does not establish that hammer mode is right for every material or task. If you are drilling a delicate surface, such as tile, check the bit and tool guidance first; if you are unsure, use the mode recommended for that job.
Don’t force the cut or guess the hole size
Let the bit do the cutting. If it binds, wanders, or stops making progress, release the trigger and check for a poor fit, an unsuitable setting, or a problem with the workpiece. Pushing harder can make control more difficult; don’t keep pressing just to get through the material.
A multipurpose label does not tell you that one bit size suits every fastener or application. Confirm the hole diameter your project calls for before drilling—for example, a hole for a screw may need a different size from a clearance hole. Check the fastener or project instructions, then choose the bit size that matches them rather than relying on the word “multipurpose.”
Common questions about Daredevil multipurpose bits
Which materials are Daredevil multipurpose bits designed for?
Bosch lists Daredevil multipurpose bits for masonry, brick, block, tile, metal, wood, and plastic. [1] That makes them a possible choice when a project moves between materials—for example, drilling through wood and then into masonry—but check the specific bit’s packaging for guidance on your material and task. Bosch’s broad material list does not give details here about every material, bit size, or drilling condition.
Can you use them in a hammer drill?
A product listing says Daredevil multipurpose bits can be used in a hammer drill. [2] Before fitting one, confirm that your exact bit and drill are compatible; the listing also describes use in tools that accept 1/4-inch hex-shank bits. [2] If you are unsure, check the bit packaging or the manufacturer’s documentation rather than assuming every model fits every chuck.
Can you use them in an impact driver?
A listing describes the Bosch MP09 bit as impact-rated and says it has a hex shank for use with impact drivers or hammer drills. [3] Treat that as model-specific information: check the packaging or documentation for the bit you own before using it in an impact driver. A similar name or appearance is not enough to confirm that a different bit is impact-rated.
How should you choose the right bit for a mixed-material job?
Start by identifying each material you need to drill, then check that the exact bit is listed for those materials and is compatible with your tool. Bosch names wood, metal, tile, masonry, brick, block, and plastic among the intended materials for its multipurpose bits. [1] For example, if your job includes tile and wood, verify both the bit’s material guidance and the tool connection before you begin; the available product information does not specify one setting or technique for every combination.
Choose the setup for the material in front of you
The key is to match the exact Daredevil bit and drill setup to the material and hole you need, then let the tool work without forcing it. Bosch lists these multipurpose bits for masonry, brick, block, tile, metal, wood, and plastic, but that broad material range does not mean every bit or setting suits every job. [1]
Before drilling, check the bit’s packaging or product documentation for its size and intended use, and confirm that your drill accepts its shank. Bosch says Daredevil multipurpose bits can be used in a hammer drill and in corded or cordless tools that accept 1/4-inch hex-shank bits. [2] For example, if you need a hole in tile, verify the specific bit and drill mode rather than assuming a masonry setting is appropriate just because the bit also works in masonry.
Use steady, controlled pressure instead of leaning hard on the drill. Start with the tool setting and technique specified by the bit and drill makers; if the documentation does not clearly cover your material or operating mode, pause and check it before drilling. This is especially useful when one bit is advertised for several materials, since the material alone does not tell you which setup to use.
Your next step is simple: identify the material and hole size, select the matching bit, and verify that your drill and its mode are suitable. If you cannot confirm the setup from the product documentation, do not guess—check the manufacturer’s instructions before making the hole.