Best Router Tools for Woodworking Updated May 2025
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Best Router Tools for Woodworking
2025 Buyer's GuideUpdated May 2025
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9.8

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9.8

BOSCH PR20EVS Colt 1.0 HP Variable-Speed Palm Router - 5.6 Amp Motor, Soft Start, Constant ResponsCircuitry, Ergonomic Grip, Ru...
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9.8

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BOSCH PR20EVS Colt 1.0 HP Variable-Speed Palm Router - 5.6 Amp Motor, Soft Start, Constant ResponsCircuitry, Ergonomic Grip, Ru...
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9.4

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9.4

AVID POWER 6.5 Amp 1.25 HP Compact Router Tools for Woodworking, Fixed Base Wood Router with Trim Router Bits, 6 Variable Speed...
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9.4

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AVID POWER 6.5 Amp 1.25 HP Compact Router Tools for Woodworking, Fixed Base Wood Router with Trim Router Bits, 6 Variable Speed...
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8.9

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8.9

DEWALT 20V Max XR Cordless Router, Brushless, Tool Only (DCW600B)
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8.9

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DEWALT 20V Max XR Cordless Router, Brushless, Tool Only (DCW600B)
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8.7

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8.7

WEN RT1460 6-Amp Handheld 1/4-Inch Variable Speed Laminate Trim Router for Woodworking
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8.7

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WEN RT1460 6-Amp Handheld 1/4-Inch Variable Speed Laminate Trim Router for Woodworking
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8.6

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8.6

AKYPACH Wood Router,Router Tool Wood Trimmer Router Electric Hand Trimmer Laminate Milling Engraving Hand Machine Joiner Tool E...
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8.6

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AKYPACH Wood Router,Router Tool Wood Trimmer Router Electric Hand Trimmer Laminate Milling Engraving Hand Machine Joiner Tool E...
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8.5

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8.5

WEN RT6033 15-Amp Variable Speed Plunge Woodworking Router Kit with Carrying Case & Edge Guide
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8.5

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WEN RT6033 15-Amp Variable Speed Plunge Woodworking Router Kit with Carrying Case & Edge Guide
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8.4

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8.4

TEENO Wood Router, 800W Compact Router Tools for Woodworking, 31000 RPM Hand Trim Router with 15 Pcs 1/4" Router Bits Set, Edge...
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TEENO Wood Router, 800W Compact Router Tools for Woodworking, 31000 RPM Hand Trim Router with 15 Pcs 1/4" Router Bits Set, Edge...
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8.3

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8.3

SILVEL Wood Router, 800W Wood Routers for Woodworking, 6.5Amp 1.25HP Hand Wood Router Tool, 30000R/MIN Compact Edge Trimmer wit...
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Value for money
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8.3

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SILVEL Wood Router, 800W Wood Routers for Woodworking, 6.5Amp 1.25HP Hand Wood Router Tool, 30000R/MIN Compact Edge Trimmer wit...
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8.2

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8.2

Compact Palm Router Tool, 800W Hand Wood Trimmer with 12PCS 1/4" Router Bits for Woodworking
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Compact Palm Router Tool, 800W Hand Wood Trimmer with 12PCS 1/4" Router Bits for Woodworking
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Best Overall

9.8

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9.8

BOSCH PR20EVS Colt 1.0 HP Variable-Speed Palm Router - 5.6 Amp Motor, Soft Start, Constant ResponsCircuitry, Ergonomic Grip, Ru...
Functionality
Router quality
Ease of use
Size
Power
Build quality
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Best Overall

9.8

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BOSCH PR20EVS Colt 1.0 HP Variable-Speed Palm Router - 5.6 Amp Motor, Soft Start, Constant ResponsCircuitry, Ergonomic Grip, Ru...
Functionality
Router quality
Ease of use
Size
Power
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