Best Wood Routers in the UK

Let’s take a look at the wood router from Bosch, the POF 1400 ACE. This tool is a perfect choice for DIYers who want to make edge profiles, special mouldings or grooves. It has two large ergonomic handles with a convenient soft grip, designed for long and comfortable use. Its SDS™ system allows a tool-free insertion of the template guides and that is a useful feature if you do not want to waste valuable time. In addition, the POF 1400 ACE ensures optimal cut quality and keeps the selected speed constant, regardless of the load.

Moreover, this Bosch router has a Dust Extraction Port, which you can connect to your vacuum cleaner to keep the workplace clean during the woodworking process. The 1400W motor is the "heart" of this device and can deliver up to 28,000 RPM. This makes it a great instrument for demanding tasks for all kinds of woodwork and wood hardness types. Nevertheless, such a powerful generator can be quite noisy at high speeds, but it is a small price to pay, considering the amazing results you can achieve with this Bosch plunge router.

This model is suitable for both hobbyists and professionals that wish to achieve stunning results working with thick wood. It is a heavy and large beast but it will last long once you get the hang of it.

The RP0900X Makita plunge router combines speed and power. Its 8A motor makes spindle spin at speed of up to 27,000 RPM. The plunge depth of up to 35mm makes penetration into the workpiece easy. This model can be connected to a Dust Extraction System (which must be purchased separately) or directly to a vacuum cleaner bag. The built-in switch on the handle makes the router hard to hold at times, depending on the positioning. Nonetheless, the oversized design of the ball bearing ensures a longer service life of the tool. What is more, this small tool has a plunge depth lever with three preset depth slots and easy to read depth scales that offer additional precision.

The special double layered insulation prevents the risk of electric shock and adds extra safety. Additionally, the router’s flat top design makes it convenient to change bits and can be placed upside down if you need to replace the accessories. Finally, this particular toolset includes a carry case, 2 wrenches, and a collet cone.

Made with a distinct Makita quality, this router can become an excellent addition to your DIY tools. Engineered for detailed routing tasks, the users may find it suitable for decorative finishing jobs and other complex woodwork projects.

Next on the list is the R18TR-0 from RYOBI, the lightest yet the most powerful of all five routers. This trimmer is a valuable item for edges trimming, surface grooving or objects shaping. Its cordless design and light weight make it a versatile, powerful, and easy-to-use tool. It is very convenient to have such an instrument when you have to work at a workplace with limited outlet access or outdoors.

If you already have RYOBI tools you will be pleased to know that this palm router is compatible with ONE+ tool family batteries. Otherwise, we recommend purchasing 18V Lithium+ 5.0Ah Battery because the device comes without battery or charger. With a fully charged 5Ah battery, you will be able to trim up to 22 metres of pine at a maximum of 29,000 RPM. Moreover, the tool features a micro-adjustment lever for precise depth control. Also, we would like to highlight the quick release lever that helps to adjust the depth of the cut with ease. In addition, this palm router comes with a built-in LED light that increases cutting visibility and a GRIPZONE over mold with microtexture that gives an optimal grip and comfort for both left and right-hand use.

The R18TR-0 is truly one of the easiest-to-use wood routers on the market and suitable for both entry-level and experienced woodworkers.

The VonHaus 15/302 is a combination of fixed-base and plunge wood router. You will be surprised to know that its seemingly weak 580 Watt motor with variable speed control is capable to spin the saw up to stunning 32,000 RPM. Complete with 2 bases - plunge and trimmer - the tool is fully portable and engineered for routing, grooving, making precise holes and cutouts.

This router saw can be used for various tasks on laminates, plastic, metal, and wood. With this set of functional plunge and trimmer, you would be able to do almost all kinds of the woodwork at home, regardless of their complexity. It is ideal for small work-pieces profiling due to good visibility of the surface and cutter. Furthermore, the tool is small and comfortable enough for prolonged one-handed use.

If you seek exceptional precision and control over your woodworking process this tool is an invaluable choice thanks to Scale Level that adjusts the depth of routing. Additionally, the router is supplied with two Chuck Collets (1/4", 3/8", respectively) and a carry bag, but the only downside of it is that the bag material wears out pretty quickly.

This VonHaus router is a go-to pick for all keen woodworkers.

The Katsu 101748 is not just a great little router but a very well-thought-out device. Its excellent design allows changing bits with ease. Because it is a copy of a more famous model from Makita the spare parts are compatible with other brands, and thus can be purchased and changed without any difficulties. Its 710 Watt motor is able to rotate the spindle to a maximum of 30,000 RPM. This router tool offers a remarkable range of speeds, which allows you to use small and big bits. Moreover, the electronic speed control ensures a constantly stable number of revolutions per minute and ensures a perfectly flat edging under any load. Also, the tool has a flat top for additional stability when changing bits.

The device body housing is made of aluminum in order to achieve higher accuracy and durability. During a prolonged use, the body of the tool can get somewhat hot. To avoid motor overload you should do several runs to make deeper cuts. Although this cracking little machine is well built, the material of the base is less durable than the one used in the original. Despite that, it is a real pleasure to use freehand because it is easier to hold than an average-sized router.

Perfect for trimming and laminating, the Katsu 101748 is capable of performing a wide range of woodworking tasks. If you need to remove a fair bit of material this little helper will not break a sweat.