Best Plunge Routers for Woodworking Updated May 2025
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Best Plunge Routers for Woodworking
2025 Buyer's GuideUpdated May 2025
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10.0

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10.0

BOSCH 1617EVSPK Wood 12 Amp Router Tool Combo Kit - 2.25 Horsepower Plunge Router & Fixed Base with a Variable Speed Motor
Works great
Build quality
Router quality
Power
Ease of use
Value for money
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Picked by 355 people this week!
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Picked by 355 people this week!
Best Overall

10.0

1
BOSCH 1617EVSPK Wood 12 Amp Router Tool Combo Kit - 2.25 Horsepower Plunge Router & Fixed Base with a Variable Speed Motor
Works great
Build quality
Router quality
Power
Ease of use
Value for money
Picked by 355 people this week!
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9.7

2

9.7

DEWALT Router Fixed/Plunge Base Kit, Variable Speed, 1.25-HP Max Torque (DWP611PK)
Design
Works well
Ease of use
Size
Power
Build quality

9.7

2
DEWALT Router Fixed/Plunge Base Kit, Variable Speed, 1.25-HP Max Torque (DWP611PK)
Design
Works well
Ease of use
Size
Power
Build quality

9.4

3

9.4

DEWALT Router, Fixed and Plunge Base Kit, Soft Start, 12-Amp, 24,000 RPM, Variable Speed Trigger, Corded (DW618PKB)
Build quality
Design
Functionality
Tool quality
Power
Ease of use

9.4

3
DEWALT Router, Fixed and Plunge Base Kit, Soft Start, 12-Amp, 24,000 RPM, Variable Speed Trigger, Corded (DW618PKB)
Build quality
Design
Functionality
Tool quality
Power
Ease of use

9.2

4

9.2

BOSCH 1617EVS 2.25 Horesepower Electronic Fixed-Base Router with a Variable Speed Motor
Functionality
Build quality
Router quality
Power
Adjustment capability
Variable speed
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9.2

4
BOSCH 1617EVS 2.25 Horesepower Electronic Fixed-Base Router with a Variable Speed Motor
Functionality
Build quality
Router quality
Power
Adjustment capability
Variable speed
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9.1

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9.1

DEWALT DCW600B 20V MAX XR CMPCT Metal Fixed Base Router
Functionality
Value for money
Build quality
Ease of use
Fit
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9.1

5
DEWALT DCW600B 20V MAX XR CMPCT Metal Fixed Base Router
Functionality
Value for money
Build quality
Ease of use
Fit
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Premium Pick

9.0

6

9.0

Makita RT0701CX7 1-1/4 HP* Compact Router Kit
Quality
Works well
Build quality
Ease of use
Size
Value for money
Premium Pick

9.0

6
Makita RT0701CX7 1-1/4 HP* Compact Router Kit
Quality
Works well
Build quality
Ease of use
Size
Value for money

8.9

7

8.9

WEN RT6033 15-Amp Variable Speed Plunge Woodworking Router Kit with Carrying Case & Edge Guide
Functionality
Value for money
Power
Features
Router quality
Ease of use
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8.9

7
WEN RT6033 15-Amp Variable Speed Plunge Woodworking Router Kit with Carrying Case & Edge Guide
Functionality
Value for money
Power
Features
Router quality
Ease of use
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Best Value

8.8

8

8.8

Cordless Compact Router for DeWalt 20V Battery (Bare Tool), 6 Variable Speeds for Woodworking, 800W 30,000 RPM Fixed Base Wood ...
Functionality
Quality
Appearance
Best Value

8.8

8
Cordless Compact Router for DeWalt 20V Battery (Bare Tool), 6 Variable Speeds for Woodworking, 800W 30,000 RPM Fixed Base Wood ...
Functionality
Quality
Appearance
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8.7

9

8.7

Milwaukee's Cordless Compact Router,18.0 Voltage
Functionality
Power
Size
Router quality
Ease of use
Value for money
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Popular

8.7

9
Milwaukee's Cordless Compact Router,18.0 Voltage
Functionality
Power
Size
Router quality
Ease of use
Value for money
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8.5

10

8.5

BOSCH MRP23EVS 120-Volt 2.3 HP Electronic Plunge Base Router
Router quality
Build quality
Functionality
Control buttons
Ease of use
Plunge quality

8.5

10
BOSCH MRP23EVS 120-Volt 2.3 HP Electronic Plunge Base Router
Router quality
Build quality
Functionality
Control buttons
Ease of use
Plunge quality

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Best Overall

10.0

1

10.0

BOSCH 1617EVSPK Wood 12 Amp Router Tool Combo Kit - 2.25 Horsepower Plunge Router & Fixed Base with a Variable Speed Motor
Works great
Build quality
Router quality
Power
Ease of use
Value for money
Save 20%
Picked by 355 people this week!
Save 20%
Picked by 355 people this week!
Picked by 355 people this week!
Best Overall

10.0

1
BOSCH 1617EVSPK Wood 12 Amp Router Tool Combo Kit - 2.25 Horsepower Plunge Router & Fixed Base with a Variable Speed Motor
Works great
Build quality
Router quality
Power
Ease of use
Value for money
Picked by 355 people this week!
Save 20%
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