Best Router Comparison Chart
Check out our best router comparison chart to see how each of the models we review stack up to each other. Our chart allows for easy sorting, so you can easily view the values of the best router that you are most interested in. A quality wood router is an essential tool for any woodworking professional, so use this easy comparison chart to help you make the best decision.
| Features | Milwaukee Router | Hitachi Router | Porter Cable Router | Bosch Router | Porter Cable Router | Bosch Router | Milwaukee Router | Dewalt Router |
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| Model | 5616-24 | KM12VC | 690LR | 1617EVSPK | 7518 | PR20EVSK | 5625-20 | DW618PK |
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| HP | 2.25 | 2.25 | 1.75 | 2.25 | 3.25 | 1.0 | 3.5 | 2.25 |
| Base Type | Plunge/Fixed | Plunge/Fixed | Fixed | Plunge/Fixed | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed | Plunge/Fixed |
| 1/2″ Collet Incl | x | x | x | x | x | x | x | |
| 1/4″ Collet Incl | x | x | x | x | x | x | ||
| RPM Range | 10000 to 21000 | 8,000 to 24,000 | 27,500 | 8,000 to 25,000 | 10000 to 21,000 | 15,000 to 35,000 | 10,000 to 22,000 | 8,000-24,000 |
| Variable Speed | x | x | x | x | x | x | x | |
| Total Weight (lbs) | 26.1 | 22.8 | 9.7 | 19.5 | 14.5 | 3.2 | 11.8 | 22.8 |
| Collet Wrench | 2 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 2 | |
| Amps | 13 | 11 | 11 | 12 | 15 | 5.6 | 15 | 12 |
| Carrying Case | x | x | x | x | x | |||
| Soft Start | x | x | x | x | x | x | x | |
| Edge Guide | x | |||||||
| Warranty | 5yr | 5yr | 3yr | 1yr | 5yr | 1yr | 5yr | 3yr |
| Overall Rating (0-5 Stars) |
4.5 | 4.5 | 4.5 | 4.0 | 4.5 | 4.0 | 4.5 | 4.0 |
| Amazon Price | $226.99 | $167.90 | $127.99 | $203.25 | $313.99 | $103.25 | $309.95 | $198.25 |
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