Very pleased with this choice, bought primarily for my router table. I looked at Porter Cable, T...
Very pleased with this choice, bought primarily for my router table. I looked at Porter Cable, Triton, Bosch, et.al., and compared reviews to my value. Great packaging, all parts present, and easy assembly. First job was to flush trim 1-1/2" mahogany to a 3/4" template. Consistent speed and power made the job safe and accurate. Would definitely recommend!
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1 found this review helpful
Apr 30, 2019
I have owned this router for about 4 years now and I use it fairly often, and I'm very happy with...
I have owned this router for about 4 years now and I use it fairly often, and I'm very happy with the product. It lives up to the Ridge name, providing you the best combination of quality and price you will find. I haven't had any part break or fail in all this time. You can run any type of bit through this, small all the way up to chair rail. I've made so many things over the years.
General features I like are the clear base plate and the light, which allow you to easily see what you're working on. Its also easy to remove if you want to attach the router to a router table, which I often use. The adjustable speed is ideal for using different types of bits. The height adjustment is easy to use, I particularly like the ability to reset the height/depth gauge back to 0, this allows you to always keep track of even the smallest adjustments no mater where your starting position is. The collet is easily removed, so if you need to use a smaller router bit you can quickly make that change. The motor holds its place quite well, the spring latch is very sturdy. The handles are in an ideal location, allowing for greater overall control. It also doesn't weigh too much.
The only thing I would like to see changed is the location of the on/off switch.
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4 found this review helpful
Nov 11, 2018
Love it! Helped us achieve the impossible. I was building a live edge table with steel legs and t...
Love it! Helped us achieve the impossible. I was building a live edge table with steel legs and the table had warped some on the ends, so we were able to construct a sled to router out the places for the leg to even out the warp. Turned out amazing.
If you need to do some damage to a piece of wood, this will do it. I plan on leveling some live edge slabs soon with it.
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3 found this review helpful
Jul 10, 2018
This router has been great in my framing job. Cutting out windows and doors is a breeze! No pr...
This router has been great in my framing job. Cutting out windows and doors is a breeze! No problems nor issues with this router. The grips provide perfect handling, and the speed dial is helpful depending on the application.
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3 found this review helpful
Apr 24, 2018
The router meet my expectations and then some. It cuts thru the hardest woods without leaving bur...
The router meet my expectations and then some. It cuts thru the hardest woods without leaving burn marks. I liked it so well, that I now own two of them. One for the tongue bit and one for the groove bit. I also use them for my dove tail jig. One has the tail bit and the other has the pin bit. I have two routers to cut down on the change over time from one bit to the other.
The handles on the base fit firmly in my hands which gives me better control when routing fine cuts and curves. The built in light is an added plus. The micro depth adjustments makes this router stand above the rest.
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Recommended
4 found this review helpful
Apr 17, 2018
much easier to handle then the (craf------) one it replaced. great power, adjustable for differe...
much easier to handle then the (craf------) one it replaced. great power, adjustable for different grades of wood and sure makes it easier to build this log home.
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Verified Purchase
Recommended
Apr 11, 2018
We use plunge routers in a sled style planer, in order to plane large slabs of wood. I've burned ...
We use plunge routers in a sled style planer, in order to plane large slabs of wood. I've burned up numerous other brand routers. I like the rigid, due in large part to the lifetime warranty. This router has chewed through everything I've fed it.
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Recommended
9 found this review helpful
Feb 8, 2017
Perfectly fine router when it was new, but unfortunately it has a fatal flaw. The router body co...
Perfectly fine router when it was new, but unfortunately it has a fatal flaw. The router body corrodes badly because it is aluminum and the base is magnesium, see picture. After less than a year the height adjustment screw barely turns.
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Jul 10, 2024
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Jun 1, 2024
Missing part
The 1/2 to 1/4 collet adapter is missing. Have not had a chance to test out the tool.
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Apr 17, 2024
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Jan 24, 2024
Came outta the box ready to go pretty much just had to put a bit into it. The power is great no lag at all. Handles are in a great position. Great buy
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Nov 15, 2023
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Oct 20, 2023
1/4" COLLET WILL NOT TIGHTEN AS WELL AS REGISTRATION IMPOSSIBLE.
Just purchased this router at Home Depot. Seemed like a good deal as it came with both fixed and plunge base as well as a 1/4" collet that fits into the 1/2" collet. The 1/4 inch bits dot not tighten and slip very easily. I have tried other collets that also will not tighten properly. So much for that idea. I have also read that the half inch collet supplied also suffers slippage. I looked on line for a replacement collet (just in case) and it says the part has been discontinued. As well I have tried to register this product on line but for some reason I cannot find proper serial numbers for the fixed base or the plunge base. There are numbers on the casting but these do not work. So much for lifetime warranty. After several attempts at live chat I gave up as they kept repeating the same question ; also not impressed. Do not buy this router. Stick to Makita or Bosch or even Ryobi. No more Rigid tools for me.
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Response from RIDGIDOct 23, 2023
Hello, Calvin - We are sorry to hear about the difficulty you've had with your router and with registration! Will you please email us at Reviews@RIDGIDmail.com? We'd like to speak with you and provide some beneficial support.
1 found this review helpful
Oct 18, 2023
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Jun 21, 2023
I did buy a different Router first but that one...
I did buy a different Router first but that one brunt out after a mouth. I should had gotten this Router
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Verified Purchase
Jun 13, 2023
Bait and Switch
Be Careful, This product, which is stocked, comes with significantly less features than the one that includes the plunge attachment and edge guide. Don't buy this one. You'll be unhappy like me if you did.
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Response from RIDGIDJun 15, 2023
Hello, Daniel - We're sorry that you're not happy with your purchase! The router is returnable for up to 90 days, and we'd encourage you to look into that option. We hope this helps! And feel free to email us anytime at Reviews@RIDGIDmail.com, if you'd like to continue this conversation.
May 14, 2023
SHARP
very happy with this router
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Verified Purchase
Mar 16, 2023
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Mar 8, 2023
made my own shiplap!
performed as needed and expected.
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Verified Purchase
Recommended
Jan 26, 2023
Good router Little high on price
Like the fact that I can use 1/2 or 1/4 bits in the same router. The depth adjustment is easy to use and accurate. Also use the variable speed a lot and it works fine. Plenty of power for hardwoods as I use a lot of White oak.
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Verified Purchase
Jan 25, 2023
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Verified Purchase
Dec 14, 2022
Router
Works as expected for a Router
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Verified Purchase
Dec 8, 2022
Powerful, smooth and heavy duty...
Powerful, smooth and heavy duty
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Verified Purchase
Aug 4, 2022
Pleasantly surprised!
was pleasantly surprised at the power and smoothness of the operation of this router. I would buy it again. I also have one of rigids circular saw and had it for years and its the best one I've ever used.
Jacksonville FL 3221
Great quality
Good price
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Verified Purchase
Recommended
Jul 12, 2022
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Jul 6, 2022
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May 8, 2022
does not work with the Bosch router cabinet RA1171 and...
does not work with the Bosch router cabinet RA1171 and only comes with a round base with no other type of bases. It does have a carry case bag with wrench and collets
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Response from RIDGIDMay 9, 2022
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