14 best routers

Review of the best according to the editorial board. On the selection criteria. This material is subjective and does not constitute advertising and does not serve as a purchase guide. Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist.

Routers are used for chamfering, trimming, grooving and grooving. With a copying sleeve, you can cut wavy shapes and create intricate patterns on a wooden surface. If you need such a tool, then consider the TOP-14 vertical milling cutters with decent characteristics and high quality, which is confirmed by customer reviews. This will help you understand the variety of models and better understand which router to choose for your needs.

Rating of the best professional vertical routers

When compiling the review, our experts analyzed the following key parameters on the analytical portal https://rankquality.com/wood-routers/: cutter travel, power, weight of equipment and ease of holding, number of revolutions and additional functions. All this affects the tasks that the woodworking machine can handle and its cost. First, let's look at professional devices featuring powerful 1800-2300 W motors and an extended package of functions. This allows you to comfortably operate the equipment for 6-8 hours every day.

Nomination	a place	Name of product	price
the best professional routers	1	Festool OF 2200 EB-Set	RUB 22,929
	2	BOSCH GMF 1600 CE Professional with support + L-Boxx	RUB 33,895
	3	Makita RP2300FC	RUB 18 614
	4	DeWALT DW 625 E	RUB 21,286
	5	CALIBER FE-1900 / 12M +	RUB 5,505
The best semi-professional routers	1	Makita RP1801F	RUB 15 952
	2	BOSCH POF 1400 ACE + 6 cutters	RUB 8,999
	3	Makita MT M3600	11 552 rub.
	4	RYOBI RRT1600P-K	RUB 8,415
The best household routers	1	BOSCH POF 1200 AE	RUB 5 398
	2	Makita RP0900	RUB 6 882
	3	Interskol FM-40 / 1000E	RUB 3,507
	4	Hammer FRZ1200B	RUB 3,137
	5	CALIBER FE-1000M	RUB 2,899

Festool OF 2200 EB-Set

Rating: 4.9

First comes the product from Festool, which is designed exclusively for professional purposes. Its 2200 W power with constant engine speed function under varying load ensures reliable milling in all conditions. The vertical manual machine has a smooth start, thanks to which the master can point the cutter to the beginning of the marked line and start the motor without jerking. Adjustment of revolutions from 10,000 to 22,000 allows you to process both hard and soft woods at the right speed so that there are no burnt marks on the edges. In the reviews, the owners praise the power of the device and the tool-free tool-free tool replacement system. For this, the manufacturer has implemented FastFix technology here. The installation of the sole and copying rings also does not require keys.

We marked the vertical model as the best because of the ability to mill up to a depth of 80 mm. The manual machine also has a microlift function. Even when the wooden area to be processed is large, and the craftsman has to stretch far to guide the router, the depth of the line will be the same, and this significantly improves the quality of work.

Advantages

• sold with a dust collector;
• there is a speed control;
• convenient to transport in a sturdy case;
• long power cable 3.5 m.

disadvantages

• no snap included;
• high price.

BOSCH GMF 1600 CE Professional with support + L-Boxx

Rating: 4.8

In second place are goods from the German brand “Bosch”. The router has collet chucks with diameters of 8-12 mm and can move the cutter up and down by 76 mm. The manufacturer equipped the equipment with soft start functions and speed control from 10 to 25 thousand per minute. An LED diode is provided in the sole area, which makes it easier to see in poorly lit areas. The product is sold with a centering cone, an adapter for collecting dust, copy sleeves and one chuck. Owners in the reviews like the rip fence, which is convenient for fine adjustment when making grooves and grooves, which is especially useful when finishing overhead door panels.

We considered the vertical apparatus to be the best due to the patented depth adjustment system. It differs from analogs in that it allows you to change the values ​​even in a fixed position. This allows the technician to easily make corrections while guiding the line without stopping work. This functionality saves time and improves the accuracy of tasks.

Advantages

• comfortable rubberized handles;
• durable support sole;
• roomy case;
• illumination of the working area.

disadvantages

• high price;
• there is some backlash in the submersible base;
• two thumbscrews are missing.

Makita RP2300FC

Rating: 4.7

“Makita” also produces vertical manual milling machines for professional activities, among which the RP2300FC stands out. The model has an aluminum sole and a parallel stop already built into it. The right handle of the router has a fuse and a start button. The support stand offers good visibility thanks to its open design and the plexiglass glass protects the operator's eyes. The milling cutter has a smooth start, speed control in the range of 9-22 thousand minutes and backlight. The maximum cutter diameter that the device will “pull” is 50 mm. The long 4 m network cable does not require carrying. Users in the reviews like that the elevator works without distortions and jamming.

Our experts turned their attention to the router because of the increased power. The 2300 W rating is the highest in the category and is designed for heavy use, perhaps even two shifts. The increased power of the vertical tool allows you to confidently mill hard wood species such as ash, beech, oak, etc.

Advantages

• easy replacement of graphite brushes;
• comfortable rubberized handles;
• aluminum support platform reduces overall tool weight;
• illumination of the working area.

disadvantages

• the fastening of the handles is periodically loosened;
• sold without cutters;
• no bus adapter.

DeWALT DW 625 E

Rating: 4.6

The American brand “DeVolt” stands out among professional milling cutters with vertical tooling, DW 625 E. The model is endowed with a power of 2000 W and is able to maintain constant speed, since their number is electronically controlled. If necessary, a vacuum cleaner adapter can be connected to the equipment to keep your workplace clean. Soft start makes it easier to start the process. The number of revolutions of the router is adjustable by the user from 8,000 to 20,000 per minute. According to the reviews, buyers like the 80mm vertical immersion depth, which is suitable for door locks. The owners are also glad to be able to fix the start button so as not to hold it constantly in the clamped position.

In our opinion, the product is the best due to the presence of three support bolts in the sole, which allow you to set the desired immersion depth for the most common jobs. When moving to a standard operation, the wizard will be able to set up the router with one touch, which significantly saves time when it is necessary to mill boards with several slot sizes.

Advantages

• spindle lock for quick tool change;
• there is a stand for connecting the machine to the vacuum cleaner;
• large handles covered with rubber;
• quiet operation of the motor.

disadvantages

• there are no copy inserts included;
• there are frequent cases of replacement of the anchor under warranty.

CALIBER FE-1900 / 12M +

Rating: 4.5

The electric router can cut wood, aluminum and plastic to a depth of 50 mm. 1900 W motor power is sufficient for solid materials with a margin. The device weighs 5.2 kg. The speed control allows you to adjust the rotation in the range of 6000-26000 rpm. The set includes a parallel stop and copying sleeves.

This is the most affordable professional model. Despite the budget, it has all the functions, like the more expensive “brothers”: soft start, speed control, adapter for connecting a suction. Another distinctive feature of the router is the ability to reduce the rotational speed to 6000 rpm, which competitors are not capable of. This allows the most dense materials to be processed so that there are no traces of burning on the chamfers. In the reviews, the craftsmen recommend the product for the carpentry workshop in order to install the machine permanently on the table and use it as a machine. It is not very suitable for more demanding tasks on the selection of grooves, since the cartridge has a backlash.

Advantages

• designed for collets 8 and 12 mm;
• you can reduce the speed to 6000 rpm;
• blocking the start key;
• high-quality parallel stop.

disadvantages

• short power cord 2 m;
• comes in a box;
• the lower bearing is poorly insulated from dust;
• there is a backlash in the design.

The best semi-professional routers

This category contains a power tool suitable for a private workshop or occasional use, such as building in furniture. Its power is 1400-1700 W, and the number of functions can be played by professional equipment. But in terms of configuration, such a product is more profitable, since it can contain several types of soles and equipment, although it will not be of the best quality.

Makita RP1801F

Rating: 4.9

The model from “Makita” of a semi-professional class is distinguished by a reliable engine with a long service life. The router is endowed with a power of 1650 W and spins the tooling up to 22000 rpm. The cutter has a working stroke of 70 mm. The model weighs 6 kg and has a length of 31 cm. The machine works with 12 mm collets. Built-in backlight facilitates operation in poorly lit areas. But since the equipment is semi-professional, there is no adapter for dust removal, soft start and speed control. Buyers in the reviews like that the router can be installed upside down on the table, and this allows it to be used as a stationary machine. For such use it has a lockable start button and the height adjustment screw can be reached through a hole in the sole.

Our experts have ranked the vertical milling device as one of the best due to the electronic motor brake. This allows you to quickly stop the rotation of the rig in an emergency and increases overall safety when handling the device. In day-to-day use, this feature saves a bit of time by helping you move from one process to another faster.

Advantages

• easy replacement of brushes;
• protective glass on the sole;
• Ergonomically shaped rubberized handles;
• diode illumination of the lower part.

disadvantages

• there is no speed control;
• sold in a box;
• there is no possibility to connect a dust removal system;
• short power cord 2.5 m.

BOSCH POF 1400 ACE + 6 cutters

Rating: 4.8

Among the semi-professional equipment, the Bosch POF 1400 ACE milling cutter stands out, which has an electronic stabilization system Constant-Electronic, which increases productivity, regardless of the pressure exerted by the operator. Another vertical machine contains a wheel for adjusting the revolutions in the range of 11000-28000 per minute. Accuracy of adjustment of vertical travel is 0.1 mm thanks to the patented Fine Depth technology

Control. The motor power is 1400 W, and the working stroke reaches 55 mm. The outsole area is illuminated and the chuck works with 8mm collets. Reviews show that this router has a BOSCH-SDS system, which allows you to install accessories without the use of additional tools.

The product was included in the review of the best because it was equipped with 6 cutters, which allows you to immediately use it in the workshop without additional investment. Even in the model, the rods along which the moving part walks are closed with a corrugation. This protects them from dust penetration and improves the smoothness of vertical movement.

Advantages

• sold in a plastic case;
• replacement of equipment without keys;
• precise vertical adjustment;
• there is a setting for the number of revolutions.

disadvantages

• to replace the brushes, you will have to disassemble the case;
• flimsy fixing system of the set size.

Makita MT M3600

Rating: 4.7

In the MT series “Makita” has changed its traditional colors and produces equipment in a red case. The M3600 vertical milling cutter has a power of 1650 W and makes up to 22000 rpm, but it is impossible to adjust them. The depth of the vertical stroke is 6 cm, which is enough for both curly milling of the surface, and for inserting locks and chamfering. The unit weighs 5.5 kg and measures 28x15x30 cm. Ergonomically shaped rubberized handles make it easier to hold the tool even in summer when your hands are sweating. The working area is highly visible and protected by durable glass. Owners in the reviews love the double, reliable insulation, which is well suited to the harsh conditions of the workshop (someone steps on a wire, a board may fall on the cable, etc.).

We have included the product in the review of the best because of the ability to work with cutters with a 12 mm shank. Most semi-professional vertical devices are designed for 6 or 8 mm.

Advantages

• protective glass to prevent dust from flying out;
• ergonomic handles;
• easy connection of the parallel stop;
• easy replacement of brushes.

disadvantages

• power cord 2 m;
• no illumination of the working area;
• sold without case.

RYOBI RRT1600P-K

Rating: 4.6

The milling cutter from the Robi brand is equipped with an electric motor with a power of 1600 W and regulates the vertical travel of the tooling in the range of 0-55 mm. The rotational speed is adjustable from 10,000 to 26,000 rpm. When pressed from the operator's side, the milling intensity does not drop. In the set, the manufacturer provides copying inserts and collets 6 and 8 mm, as well as an adapter for dust removal. The product is sold in a plastic case, which solves the issue of storage. In the reviews, the owners like the light weight of the cutter of 3.95 kg, which simplifies manipulation and does not allow the hands to get very tired, compared to using vertical models of 6-7 kg.

The feature of this router is the increased ergonomics of the location of the controls. All adjusters are within reach of the thumb and forefinger of your right hand. Moreover, the start and lock buttons are located on the left handle, so it will be possible to make adjustments without stopping the workflow. The vertical apparatus is also notable for the place where the network cable enters the body – it is located on one of the handles, not on top of the engine. This design reduces the height of the tool, which facilitates access to low places, such as niches, when assembling cabinet furniture.

Advantages

• electronic speed control;
• you can attach a branch pipe and a vacuum cleaner;
• easy maintenance with self-replacement carbon brushes;
• anti-slip coating of handles.

disadvantages

• collets only 6 and 8 mm;
• without backlight;
• weak shaft locking button;
• the centering roller is uneven.

The best household routers

The category of domestic milling cutters with vertical chuck is designed for hobby or private use in your own workshop. Functionality and equipment depend on the manufacturer, and the main advantage of the product is the price. But the machines are designed only for occasional use, otherwise their resource will not last long.

BOSCH POF 1200 AE

Rating: 4.9

In this category, not the first place is the cutter from “Bosch” POF 1200 AE. The household vertical model has a power of 1200 W and spins the cartridge up to 28000 rpm with the possibility of decreasing it to 11000 rpm. The kit already contains one cutter for getting started, as well as two collets for 6 and 8 mm. The manufacturer has taken care of the copier inserts and the parallel stop, which is quite generous for the consumer class of the product. The vertical immersion depth of the rig is 55 mm. The milling machine weighs 3.4 kg, so it is easy to manipulate. The booms are covered with corrugated covers so that wood dust does not get on the stem and does not hinder the process of lowering or raising. In reviews, the device is praised for its spring-loaded, self-locking height adjustment lever.

We considered the household router to be the best due to the presence of the Bosch-Electronic RPM stabilization system used in the “older” models. Electronics monitors the rotation of the shaft and provides a more constant rotation, regardless of changing load.

Advantages

• there is a milling depth limiter;
• scale for fine adjustment of the vertical travel;
• speed control;
• soft non-slip handles.

disadvantages

• no backlight;
• you cannot put a 12 mm shank;
• flimsy attachment of the dust extraction pipe.

Makita RP0900

Rating: 4.8

The milling cutter has a power of 900 W, and the vertical working stroke of the tooling is 35 mm. The two mushroom handles provide a comfortable grip and the built-in start button in the handle makes starting easy. The model works with 8mm shanks and spins the chuck up to 27,000 rpm. The product is delivered in a box. The sole is wide, thanks to which the router is firmly positioned on the surface. You can attach the rip fence to it, which is already included in the kit. A scale on the side with a lock allows you to precisely set the depth to keep the size. In the reviews, the owners praise the household goods for the high-quality assembly and the absence of backlash in the support mount.

This is a very handy “kid” who can crawl into such niches for making grooves, where other devices will not fit. Due to the short rods and low base, the height of the vertical model is only 25 cm (versus 28-35 cm for competitors). The 2.7 kg weight is also one of the lightest in the category.

Advantages

• wide aluminum stand;
• rubber coated handles;
• good visibility of the working area;
• fine adjustment by screws on the stop.

disadvantages

• there is no smooth start;
• rotation speed is not regulated;
• no dust extraction adapter.

Interskol FM-40 / 1000E

Rating: 4.7

This router is similar to an angle grinder, only with a shaft exit at the end. A sole with two spring-loaded bars is attached to the body to adjust the vertical travel of the chuck up to 44 mm. The model does not have side handles, so you have to hold the machine by the body itself. The start button is located in the center and can be reached with both right and left hands. The power of the equipment is 1100 W and it spins the tooling from 10,000 to 25,000 rpm. The manufacturer provides 6 and 8 mm collets for it, as well as copy inserts. The maximum cutter diameter that can be pulled by the machine is 30 mm.

Our experts have noted the household router as the best in terms of the speed of transition from one size to another. The sole has a swivel wheel with 5 steps of different heights. This is more than enough for heterogeneous processes of grooving, chamfering and other work. The craftsman can adjust each size and then only rotate this support stand for a quick transition.

Advantages

• fixed start key;
• good visibility of the working area;
• copy inserts included;
• backlight from LED element.

disadvantages

• no side handles;
• there is no smooth start;
• revolutions “float”;
• brushes sparkle strongly.

Hammer FRZ1200B

Rating: 4.6

The Hammer brand offers a 1200 W power router that can plunge tools up to 55 mm. The set already includes a copying device and a rip fence. The user can adjust the rotation speed from 16 to 30 thousand per minute using the wheel in the area of ​​the right thumb. The unit weighs 4.3 kg. It has a transparent sawdust suction cover so that it does not interfere with the operator's control over the processing. The uprights are protected from dust and ensure smooth lowering of the machine.

In our opinion, the router is the best in terms of rotation speed. It is able to spin the cartridge up to 30,000 rpm. These characteristics allow you to process lightweight materials at high speeds, which improves overall productivity.

Advantages

• easy replacement of brushes;
• the rods are protected from dust;
• reliable parallel stop;
• transparent socket for connection to a vacuum cleaner.

disadvantages

• does not keep the speed under load;
• sold in a box;
• keys are required to replace the equipment;
• without backlight.

CALIBER FE-1000M

Rating: 4.5

The review is completed by another household model with an angle grinder body, but its sole contains two side rubber handles, so it is much more convenient to hold and guide the router. The 1000W machine is suitable for profiling, grooving, grooving, chamfering, edge trimming. The cutter has a working stroke of 30 mm. The chuck is capable of clamping 6 and 8 mm shanks. Product dimensions are 19x13x32 cm and the device weighs 4 kg. The motor spins the rig in the range of 11500-30000 rpm. The manufacturer provides a transparent pipe for dust removal. The start button is located in the middle and is easy to access by both right and left hands.

We found the household power tool to be the best value for money. It has a speed control, one cutter for work is already supplied in the kit and convenient side handles are provided on the body. Taking into account the affordable cost and the possibility of development up to 30 thousand rpm, this is the optimal device for various household needs.

Advantages

• transparent flap protects against dust;
• connection to a vacuum cleaner is possible;
• easy replacement of brushes through service hatches;
• two mushroom-shaped handles.

disadvantages

• revolutions “float”;
• “hits” the cartridge on long cutters;
• without copying inserts;
• sharp start.

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Attention! This rating is subjective and does not constitute an advertisement and does not serve as a purchase guide. Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist.