which wood router is the best ?

Answer 1

I have a Ryobi and it has worked great for years now (7). For good work, put more concern into your bits. You will get what you pay for when you use cheap bits.

Answer 2

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Answer 3

The Best router for woodworking is a matter of opinion. I use a couple routers on a nearly daily basis and in the past 16 years I haven't had a bit of problem with my small 3/4hp Porter-cable Model 100 for small projects like hinge mortising and ect. Last year I researched a lot to find another Porter-Cable set that has both a plunge base and a fixed base with a 2-1/4 hp motor, Model 893PK. The fixed base is superb as it has a very easy to adjust depth control that can be mounted in a table for great versitility. The motor is varible speed from 10,000 - 23,000 rpm with plenty of power to do heavy projects such as raised panel doors and cabinetry. If you are looking for the best setup this is one to seriously consider.

Answer 4

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Answer 5

Fixed Base
With a fixed base router, the depth of cut is set before you turn the router on. The lack of a plunge mechanism tends to make these routers lighter and less expensive.

Plunge
A plunge router allows you to adjust the depth of cut while the router is turned on. This feature can come in handy when you need to make multiple passes on a board, taking off a little more wood with each pass. Plunge routers often have depth stops that can be used to accurately plunge the router to the appropriate depth while in use. Plunge routers can also be used to cut mortises, stopped grooves, dados, and incised letters (with special jigs). However, the plunge mechanism adds weight to the router.

Answer 6

Agree with just about everyone.....which is best depends on use.
A router has one basic requirement & that is to spin the bits at high speed.
If it is for occasional use , not much sense in overspending ,which is easy to do..
If it is for heavy continuous, professional use......you do get what you pay for.
Also, no sense buying top of the line bits for occaisonal use, but ,bargain bits are not the way to go either.
I have both & use the "good" ones for the" finer" work & buy individual bits as I need them.
Have beat the hell out of a Craftsman ( crap) router for over 30 years.
When it dies, I'd like to get a better one & if I can afford it , will get a "good" one like Porter Cable which has good "outfits" that can be upgraded as needed.
Best regards

Answer 7

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Answer 8

Think about how much you are going to use it. also consider the materials it will be used on. For a homeowner, who will be using one spuratically, you don't need a top of the line machine. Get one with good power such as at least 2 HP. Spend money on quality bits. They produce better finishes and help the router by not dragging through cuts. I have a Skil with interchangable bases (fixed and plunge) and I am quite happy with it.

Answer 9

With all due respect "Best" is a relative word. In this forum, as in life away from here everyone has personal favorites; often based on experience with a tool. I agree with answer two in that the bits make the cuts.

Most routers run at 25,000 RPM plus or minus. The issue if one has to define BEST might be reputation of the MFG.; Servicing/parts locations; and again; experience. I rarely choose by brand; but it's common.

Actually I prefer the hand held; as opposed to the router that weighs near as much as a Volkswagon; just for ease of handling and control.

Certainly too is the issue of tools///parts/ components, being outsourced for production, and tagged with a brand name. No offense to anyone.

Finally, and I've "spent" my two cents; there is the issue of it's intended, or assumed use. I think it's safe to say "Stuff wears out". I'm also a firm believer in "One gets what one pays for" and that so often relates here to those who ask CHEAPEST?

Steven Wolf

Answer 10

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Answer 11

its all down to preference, but i can tell you what i have and what most of the lads i know in the game use and that's makita, they are really good routers and you cant go wrong with them, stay away from DE Walt they is @hite,