Combining power and performance with comfort and convenience, the DEWALT 1.25 HP Compact Router with Plunge Base and Bag has a durable 1.25 hp motor to tackle your most demanding applications with ease. Featuring variable speed control to optimize bit speed to the application, the soft-starting motor features full-time electronic feedback that maintains motor speed throughout the cut. The motor can easily be transitioned between fixed and plunge bases and the plunge base includes overmold rubber handles for a comfortable and secure grip. Sturdy, stable and built-to-last, the large platform provides added stability for heavier applications, while the extended sub-based provides greater work surface contact for exceptional user control.
- Durable 1.25 HP motor delivers ample power to meet the toughest applications
- Variable speed control enables bit speed to be optimized for applications
- Soft-starting motor features full-time electronic feedback that maintains motor speed throughout the cut
- Dual LEDs and clear sub-base ensure maximum visibility
- Adjustment ring enables controlled bit depth changes to within 1/64 in.; fixed base only
- Plunge base incorporates adjustment rod for precise depth setting
- Large, low-pressure spindle lock button allows comfortable, single wrench bit changes
- Multiple shaft-lock detents enable quick and simple bit changes
- Depth ring and clamping mechanism combine to ensure motor remains locked in position; fixed base only
- Spring-loaded release tabs allow for quick base removal; fixed base only
- Motor can be transitioned quickly and easily between fixed and plunge bases
- Overmold rubber handles provide a comfortable and secure grip; plunge base only
- Aluminum motor housing and base construction provides long term durability
- Includes: DWP611 compact router, fixed base, plunge base, collet wrench, soft-sided bag and operating manual
- 3-year limited warranty
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including arsenic, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer. For more information, go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov
Hilton Lesch (verified owner) –
Easy to work with and small enough for the small projects
Robyn Kihn (verified owner) –
I have not actually used this router yet.judfing from the build quality I expect it to perform like my Porter Cable 690 which is 20 years old.
Malvina Jacobson (verified owner) –
Have had this outfit for only a short time but so far I like it very much. I would have rather seen both routers equipped with a round sub-base but I was able to purchase one separately for about $16.00 that works with both.
Jewell Fadel (verified owner) –
This is a real nice setup. I have only used it free-handed, which is why I got this router and it worked perfectly for the pocket handle I needed to put into a door. Easy to grip, easy to handle, able to handle the pocket I needed to router out of the door with plenty of power to spare.
Chelsea Wolf (verified owner) –
This router is great for all the projects I do. Powerful but not to big.
Joaquin Auer (verified owner) –
I’ve had it for about 5 months, used a lot on aluminum and works great. Love the plunge base.
Troy Lakin (verified owner) –
I bought this a few days ago and have been putting it through its paces great tools dependable and very durable
Elliot Hermann (verified owner) –
Excellent tool. As much as I hated too, I had to read the instructions to get the depth set correctly.
Shannon Turcotte (verified owner) –
Great for inlay work.
Solon Leannon (verified owner) –
Excellent tool…. I’m a beginner and this package made it easy for me. I have made a few signs with the plunge base, and used the fixed base for rounding over edges. If you use good bits, you will not be disappointed. I’m looking for an over sized baseplate now to help with my steadiness.
Tamia Ankunding (verified owner) –
Excellent compact router for the fine wood worker. Will work for years to come, many miles down the road.
Kieran Schuster (verified owner) –
Great tool at a great price, delivered quickly!
Kathleen Breitenberg (verified owner) –
It was a gift to my husband. He was very happy with it.
Vernice Gleichner (verified owner) –
First time to use router to trim the wood. It is fast.
Meghan Bartoletti (verified owner) –
I have always had a larger style router but I mounted that into a table and needed a new one so I thought i would give a compact router a try. At first I was unsure of the power but I was quickly corrected on that assumption. This little router has more then enough power and is pretty compact making it easy to use. the LED lights are a very nice touch also. Would definitely purchase again.
Anthony Parisian (verified owner) –
The plunger does not secured the router very well and the router will move on occasion. The bits will loosen with light use – I eventually tighten with two wrenches instead of push button. I’m not pleased with the operational issues and expect move from Dewalt.
Darrin Stanton (verified owner) –
I compared this compact router to several others.The size of the motor is a bit larger than another that I liked. Accessories, such as an edge guide, are not included and are relatively expensive.Still, I chose this one because the depth settings on both bases work well and can be easily set to precise values. I also liked the operation of the plunge base a great deal on this one. Finally, the transparent base and LEDs make it easy to see the work if you plan on free hand cutting. The price though is on the high side compared to other options and it can become very high depending on your needs for accessories. I wish the edge guide were included in the kit as it is with the kit from at least one other manufacturer.
Elton Greenfelder (verified owner) –
The router performs as expected
Daryl Ritchie (verified owner) –
I had first gotten into woodworking in recent years, and after seeing how versatile a router is I really wanted to learn how to use one. I did extensive research before buying my first router. Numerous reviewers and articles touted the Dewalt compact router as a great learning router due to its size. well, after owning it for over a year, I couldn’t agree more. It’s compact size allows you total control (well almost, the bit is still spinning at over 20,000 RPMs) and it has more than enough power for most simple jobs. In no time at all I felt comfortable to tackle ever more complex routing with this tool, and the dual interchangable bases cover most of your needs.
Wyman Fahey (verified owner) –
Easy to use, perfect results every time.