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Bosch GOF 1250 CE vs Makita RP2301FC
Side-by-side comparison — specs, price, and expert verdict
Specs Comparison
SpecificationsBosch GOF 1250 CEMakita RP2301FC
- Power
- 1250W
- 2100W / 3.25HP
- Collet Size
- 1/4 in + 1/2 in / 6mm + 8mm + 12mm
- 1/4 in + 1/2 in / 6mm + 12mm
- Speed
- 11,000–24,000 RPM
- 9,000–22,000 RPM
- Variable Speed
- ✓
- ✓
- Plunge Depth
- 55mm
- 70mm
- Weight
- 3.5 kg / 7.7 lbs
- 6.0 kg / 13.2 lbs
- Cordless
- ✗
- ✗
- Type
- Plunge
- Plunge
- Soft Start
- ✓
- ✓
- Dust Extraction
- ✗
- ✗
- Price
- $279
- $399
Which Should You Buy?
Bosch GOF 1250 CE
Bosch's professional plunge router. Strong 1250W motor, accepts 1/4" and 1/2" collets, and excellent build quality at a fraction of Festool's price.
Pros
- + Powerful 1250W motor
- + Accepts 1/4" and 1/2" collets
- + Constant speed under load
- + Very good price-performance ratio
Cons
- − Heavier than compact routers
- − Dust extraction adapter sold separately
- − Plunge action not as smooth as Festool
Makita RP2301FC
The most powerful plunge router in its class. 2100W motor with electronic speed control makes it ideal for large-diameter bits and deep cuts in hardwood.
Pros
- + Most powerful motor in class (2100W)
- + Electronic speed control maintains RPM under load
- + LED light illuminates work area
- + Smooth plunge with spring-lock
Cons
- − Very heavy at 6.0 kg
- − Loud at full power
- − Not practical for one-handed use