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#1 in Wood RoutersBest Overall

Bosch 1617EVSPK

Name: Bosch 1617EVSPK
Brand: Bosch
Rating: 9.4 (1 reviews)

Bosch

$219.00 – $269.00

2.25-HP combination router kit with both fixed and plunge bases, variable speed from 8,000 to 25,000 RPM, and soft-start. The aluminum motor housing and precision-machined bases deliver consistent cuts, and the kit includes both 1/4 and 1/2-inch collets.

9.4

Excellent

Consensus

Our Analysis

Ranked #1 based on expert reviews, user sentiment, and value analysis.

Score Breakdown

Expert Score

9.5

User Sentiment

9.5

Value Score

8.2

Complaint Risk

9.4

Freshness

8.4

Community

8.3

Availability

8.5

Pros

Both fixed and plunge bases included
Variable speed 8,000-25,000 RPM
1/4 and 1/2-inch collets included

Cons

Heavier than compact routers
Plunge lock lever can be stiff

Don't buy this if…

Always start the router before contacting the workpiece and feed against the direction of bit rotation to prevent the router from climbing and grabbing.