DEWALT DWP611PK 1.25 HP Max Torque Variable Speed Compact Router Combo Kit with LED’s Reviews

PowerTool DIY | 2018-11-03 |

DEWALT DWP611PK 1.25 HP Max Torque Variable Speed Compact Router Combo Kit with LED’s

Durable 1.25hp motor delivers the power to meet the toughest applications
Variable speed control feature enables bit speed to be optimized for changing applications. No Load Speed range 16,000-27,000rpm
Soft-starting motor features full-time electronic feedback that maintains motor speed through the cut
Dual LED’s and clear sub-base ensure maximum visibility in operation
Adjustment ring enables controlled bit depth changes to within 1/64-inch (fixed base only)
Allows up to 1.5″ of depth travel with standard base & 2″ with plunge base.Adjustment ring enables controlled bit depth changes to within 1/64″ (fixed base only)

Includes Premium Compact Router Fixed/Plunge Combo Kit – DWP611PK

List Price: $ 179.99

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3 Comments

Anonymous
2018-11-03

84 of 89 people found the following review helpful

Dewalt VS. Bosch Palm Router, October 24, 2014

By

William Booker (Hazel Green, AL.)

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After returning the Bosch colt and plunge base to amazon because 3 separate plunge bases would not allow the Bosch motor to go all the way in and the fine adjustment was a nightmare (changes when locked in) i ordered the Dewalt 611 PK from amazon. After a week with this router it is much better than the Bosch hands down. I have always been a fan of Bosch but they lost out on this one. I have been a woodworker for over 50 years and have several routers but at my age the smaller the better if it performs. The only complaint i have with the Dewalt is at my age (84) the spindle lock for changing bits is hard for me to use with artheritis in my hands, i really prefer the 2 wrench system myself for me it’s much easier to use. Other than that to me it beats the Bosch colt hands down. Every part of this router is very easy to set up and use. Hope this helps others to decide. W. Booker
Anonymous
2018-11-03

32 of 32 people found the following review helpful

THE BEST Router you can buy! Period!, December 10, 2014

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jimdurt

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Let me start off by saying I in no way shape or form work for Dewalt. I only own one Dewalt tool and this is it.

The Dewalt DWP611PK is the absolute BEST router you can buy. I have owned several, including the Bosch Colt which is no comparison. That is coming from a Bosch loyalist. But no more will I be brand loyal. Dewalt has made the best trim router available. I bought mine during the Dewalt sale this Christmas and got the Combo(plunge base and fixed base), the Edge guide, and the Round sub base for less than $150 shipped. The Bosch Colt only came with the fixed base and edge guide for ~$115 YMMV. The plunge base for it was an additional ~$90.

Pros:
1) The LED lights. They are positioned perfectly to light you path. Why haven’t they made these sooner.
2) The Plunge base adjusts with ease. Press the lever to adjust and release to hold with confidence that it will not slip.
3) Changeover from the fixed base to the plunge base takes literally seconds.
4) Micro depth adjustment just simply WORKS! You couldn’t ask for anything easier.
5) Amazon had the lowest price I found. The big box houses couldn’t come close. Good Job Amazon!

Cons:
1) Where was this router 10 years ago?!?
2) I couldn’t find anymore. Sorry.

For all those negative reviews, all that can be said is A) you’re not truthful, B) you got a dud, send it back or call Dewalt Customer Service, or C)you’re a competitor writing false reviews.

I will definitely look at Dewalt more seriously.

Good Job Dewalt!!!
Anonymous
2018-11-03

99 of 103 people found the following review helpful

Tends to melt parts., June 25, 2016

By

Monica

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While it is a great router for small projects, I wouldn’t run it for extended periods of time. It will get hot and melt parts. The one I bought melted a rubber bushing, and destroyed a brush. I did some research after the fact and found out that this router is notorious for burning out brushes.