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Makita RT0701CX7 1 1 4 HP Compact Router Kit
Last Updated: April 19, 2019 (Refresh Now)
8.7
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Network
57makita, compact, routers, little, great little router
+93%
-7%
" ... Quiet compared to my last one and it has good range of speeds. ... "
" ... This is a great little router setup if you need just medium power, versatility, and perhaps want only one unit. ... Highly recommend this Makita router!! ... "
" ... Amazing little router. ... "
" ... and I use a lot of routers. ... "
" ... This is a great little router. ... "
" ... Been lusting after a router for several years, finally decided to pick one up. ... "
" ... This is my first router, and I was concerned the low price was going to impact performance. ... "
" ... Great little router. ... "
Ease of Use
28easy, easy to handle, tool, plunge, easy to adjust
+100%
" ... Easy to adjust, easy to control. ... "
" ... IT IS LIGHT AND EASY TO USE . ... EASY TO USE WITH ONE HAND . ... "
" ... Well made, easy to swap bits and it’s a Makita. ... "
" ... Plunge is very smooth and easy to adjust. ... "
" ... it is very easy to use, it fits my job very perfectly, it much better than the Dewalt I use before. ... "
" ... Easy to handle, though in plunge function, the on/off switch is a bit cumbersome to get at but not a deal-breaker. ... "
" ... A handy and easy tool to use. ... "
" ... Adding the plunge base is quick and easy, allowing for very accurate adjustments and fine tunning. ... "
Wifi
26compact, little, great little router, recommend, part
+92%
-8%
" ... I still recommend this router. ... "
" ... I'm loving my new Router ... "
" ... Plunge router was a must for me ... "
" ... I like everything about this handy little router. ... "
" ... Nice little router. ... "
" ... Very strong, long lasting router. ... "
" ... Awesome littel router. ... "
" ... Great little router. ... "
Build Quality
23first time, depth, plunge base, well built, well
+65%
-35%
" ... Looks and feels very well made. ... "
" ... Very solid piece of machinery. ... "
" ... The fit and finish is top notch. ... "
" ... The height adjustment and side guard are nice. ... The plunge attachment is solid. ... "
" ... I was able to trace out a oval piece I had and make a perfect fit in a 2x2 board to create a sturdy birdhouse stand. ... "
" ... It works great though, and leaves a nice finish on aluminum, no need to do any filing or sanding. ... "
" ... Solid and well built. ... "
" ... One handed operation is perfect for edging long wood . ... "
ISP
17great little router, use, routers, recommend, using
+94%
-6%
" ... best lil router ... "
" ... Nice little router. ... "
" ... I still recommend this router. ... "
" ... Using it in place of al my other routers. ... "
" ... My 1st router . ... "
" ... Great little router. ... "
" ... I use this router all the time. ... "
" ... I'm loving my new Router ... "
Size
15small, compact, smaller, projects, weight
+100%
" ... I am a dewalt guy but in this compact design had the best reviews . ... "
" ... It could use a nice carrying case then it would be perfect! ... "
" ... great size and weight, I would recommend them for sure! ... "
" ... Nice compact size. ... "
" ... Works great for smaller projects. ... "
" ... works great and is very useful for wood working, it is somewhat bulky for smaller projects though. ... "
" ... Like the small base. ... "
" ... Plenty of power for medium size tasks. ... "
Fit
15depth, plunge base, guide holder, cut, storage
+60%
-40%
" ... The fit and finish is top notch. ... "
" ... I was able to trace out a oval piece I had and make a perfect fit in a 2x2 board to create a sturdy birdhouse stand. ... "
" ... The plunge base fits the jasper circle jig which is great. ... "
" ... I can fit all of the parts and all of my bits in it. ... "
" ... The locking mechanisms is very sturdy and easy to release. ... "
" ... It fit my hand perfectly and very little vibration. ... "
" ... It would have been nice if someone had checked to make certain that they fit as they should. ... "
" ... it is very easy to use, it fits my job very perfectly, it much better than the Dewalt I use before. ... "
Overall performance
14speed, job, speeds, smooth, routing
+93%
-7%
" ... Nice control of speed, too. ... "
" ... I trust Makita to get the job done. ... "
" ... I pick it up for 90% of shop tasks. ... "
" ... I couldn't say much for using the guide system, but for use with a routing table the variable speed selections are awesome. ... "
" ... Smooth, quiet, and nice feel. ... "
" ... Runs like a champ. ... The speed (RPM's) has a good range and the motor seems to purr (it whines, actually). ... "
" ... Versatile design, powerful, gets the job done. ... "
" ... DOES THE JOB EASILY ... "
Hair
12cuts, depth, laminate trimmer, cut, would
+83%
-17%
" ... When I needed an additional laminate trimmer, I went to buy another PC and saw that the model I have used for years and years was discontinued. ... "
" ... I bought this because I was looking for a light weight router with more gumption than a laminate trimmer but something smaller than a full size router. ... "
" ... 4 stars only because I would prefer a light at the collet so I can see what I’m cutting ... "
" ... I also prefer round base trimmers ... "
" ... It is set up to help you dial in the exact depth of your cuts. ... I have used it to route juice grooves in cutting boards and it performed very well. ... "
" ... It is small enough to do easy free hand work and enough power to longer deeper cuts, though if I were regularly doing long deep cuts I would go for a more powerful router or a table. ... "
" ... Cuts well, level and has some weight behind it to help steady it. ... "
" ... Visibility of the cutting is good. ... "
Comfort
10hand, comfortable, uncomfortable, easy to use, well balanced
+100%
" ... EASY TO USE WITH ONE HAND . ... "
" ... Comfortable to use. ... "
" ... it is very easy to use, it fits my job very perfectly, it much better than the Dewalt I use before. ... "
" ... works great in your hands or under a table., ... "
" ... It fit my hand perfectly and very little vibration. ... "
" ... Most of us do better work with tools that feel safe in our hands, this one does. ... "
" ... But I like the way it feels in my hand. ... "
Price
9money, worth the money, point, makita, tool
+89%
-11%
" ... Defo worth the money. ... "
" ... All around, a much better product than anything else in this price range. ... "
" ... As per usual with Makita, a great tool at a reasonable price point. ... "
Cleaning
9dust collection, collector, vacuum, vac, routing
+78%
-22%
" ... Great first router, but make sure to keep it clean!! ... I had to send it into Makita for a full cleaning and now I use an air blower after each use to keep it clean. ... "
" ... I bought the dust collector attachment for both bases, I'd recommend both. ... "
" ... It spits chips at you, even with a vacuum hooked up, so wear eye protection. ... "
" ... Dust collection is decent . ... "
" ... I highly recommend using the dust extractor available for this unit. ... "
" ... My full size bosch mostly collects dust because the compact card usually is more valuable than the power card. ... "
" ... The highly effective Dust collection shroud ( sold separately) is well worth the $16. ... "
Design
7well, tool, looks, fit, finish
+100%
" ... Great design for any use. ... "
" ... Beautiful unit for 80% lowers. ... "
" ... I decided to up my game to a plunge style and looked at all the competition. ... The fit and finish is top notch. ... "
" ... Great for chamfered or rounded edges. ... "
" ... With the guides and general precision of the tool, I believe this tool makes my work look better than the amount of skill I actually have, so there is that. ... "
" ... Looks and feels very well made. ... "
Setup
6guide, template, setup, part, makita
+100%
" ... This is a pretty robust router that's fairly easy to control. ... "
" ... The guide works really well, although it not the easiest to adjust. ... "
" ... This is a great little router setup if you need just medium power, versatility, and perhaps want only one unit. ... "
" ... I am a finish carpenter. ... "
Sound Quality
6powerful, relatively, noise, low, sound
+100%
" ... Motor seems strong with no signs of struggle, and the sound levels are also low. ... "
" ... Beautiful and quiet ... "
" ... I was pleasantly surprised at how quiet it is, especially for a tool that is not known for quiet operation. ... "
Storage
6storage, tool, depth, case, space
+83%
-17%
" ... Bag it comes with as plenty of space for the bases it comes with plus much more. ... "
" ... Bought to plunge concealed hinges, but now I use it for lots of jobs. ... "
" ... Excellent machine for small/medium wooden projects! ... "
" ... Nice bag to keep things organized. ... "
" ... The depth has been easy to adjust, the parts are well machined, and the storage case is beyond what I expected. ... "
Capacity
5room, last, storage, speeds, small
+100%
" ... It's a great small router for tons of shop uses. ... "
" ... Just installed our first compact Makita router in a router table. ... "
" ... Using this for speaker building mostly. ... "
" ... Purchased this last year to put some edges on wood projects around the house as I continue to renovate the house, room by room. ... "
" ... Quiet compared to my last one and it has good range of speeds. ... "
Returns
4returning, makita
+25%
-75%
" ... Sent it back and got a replacement. ... "
" ... I'll be returning this ASAP and getting a Dewalt. ... "
" ... I want to return but I am not in the US. ... "
Product Reliability
3year, weeks, used, several, mikita
+100%
" ... I researched for several weeks and finally made the decision to buy the Mikita. ... "
" ... Been beating this thing up on my routing table for well over a month now. ... "
" ... 2 years later it is still performing flawlessly. ... "
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