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DeWALT DW625E vs Makita RP2301FC
Side-by-side comparison — specs, price, and expert verdict
Specs Comparison
SpecificationsDeWALT DW625EMakita RP2301FC
- Power
- 2000W / 3HP
- 2100W / 3.25HP
- Collet Size
- 1/4 in + 1/2 in / 6mm + 12mm
- 1/4 in + 1/2 in / 6mm + 12mm
- Speed
- 8,000–20,000 RPM
- 9,000–22,000 RPM
- Variable Speed
- ✓
- ✓
- Plunge Depth
- 80mm
- 70mm
- Weight
- 5.1 kg / 11.2 lbs
- 6.0 kg / 13.2 lbs
- Cordless
- ✗
- ✗
- Type
- Plunge
- Plunge
- Soft Start
- ✓
- ✓
- Dust Extraction
- ✗
- ✗
- Price
- $349
- $399
Which Should You Buy?
DeWALT DW625E
A heavy-duty workhorse for demanding tasks. The 2000W motor handles large raised panel bits and template routing with ease. Built for professional cabinetmakers.
Pros
- + Powerful 2000W / 3HP motor
- + Micro-fine depth adjustment
- + Accepts 1/4" and 1/2" collets
- + Excellent for heavy routing
Cons
- − Heavy at 5.1 kg — fatiguing for extended use
- − Overkill for light edge work
- − No dust extraction port
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