DEWALT 20V MAX XR 2-1/4 Peak HP Plunge Router (Tool Only) (DCW620B)

I already have a cordless trim router (also Dewalt) and a fixed 2 1/2 hp Bosch corded router in my router table. While the Bosch is an excellent product, I hate having to remove it from the table when I need a full-sized router, plus the cord gets in my way. When Dewalt released this, I resisted for several months, but then had a project that needed a larger router so I pulled the trigger. I am so glad I did because this is a brilliant router. Let’s start the the economics. The two angled handles are perfectly situated to give you solid control of the router, and all the controls are right at your fingertips. The plunge mechanism works reliably and smoothly, yet you can instantly lock it into place with the flick of a thumb. With previous routers, I often had a fixed base and a plunge base, but this plunge base can be fixed at any depth in half a second. With a 5Ah PowerStack battery (recommended by Dewalt for this model), it is powerful yet lightweight. I’m honestly not sure if it’s really that it’s all that light or just that the ergonomics are so good that it’s easy to handle, but it feels that way in use. It is, after all a solid 2 1/2 hp full-sized router that is designed for professional use. In addition to being a solid all around router, it has some unusual features that really set it apart from the competition. Dust collection is excellent, with ah ingenious system that catches the dust under the router and sends it up through one vertical post to an outlet that either take a Dewalt connector or a standard 2 1/2” connector. It even includes an extra piece for redirecting the dust from an edge cut back into the collection chute. From a safety standpoint, it has a feature that will instantly shut off the router if it detects a sudden twist in the housing. When that happens, a red light comes on and the router won’t run u til you release the power button and reactivate it. It also has a warning light to let you know if you are forcing the cut too quickly. I’ve never seen either of these on another router. Overall, this router is a pleasure to use, powerful and flexible. It’s easily the best router I’ve ever used.

I purchased this router because I wanted a battery-powered router that could be used with both a 1/2" and a 1/4" shank. I generally use the 1/2" shank on this router. My main use for it is for jointing long boards (photos attached). I use a 7/8" diameter compression bit and let the bottom bearing track a smooth board with a factory edge. It produced a perfectly smooth edge as shown. I hooked up the dust port to my vacuum, and it sucks up a lot of the dust. The handles feel great, and there is a safety feature that shuts the router off if it does a violent twist. Also, I like the trigger control vs. just an on/off switch that some routers have. I use the plunge features extensively and they work as they should. This router does chew through a battery charge quickly so beware, but if you have an ecosystem of DeWalt batteries, then that is not a problem and the newer technology PowerStack batteries are recommended by DeWalt for this router. I got two of them from Amazon, especially for use on this router. All in all, a really impressive router. No regrets!

I'm mostly a metal worker and fabrication guy but I find myself getting into furniture and woodworking this I just got a great tool with all the features you could want. This allows me to have speed control, great adjustment of depth, can lock at any interval, and the brushless motor offers great battery life and power. The motor is brushless and offers a smooth start with power to spare. Definitely worth the extra money if you wanna skip the entry level limited options but still have all ease and control.

Fit my battery platform. Plenty of power, good safety features, great dust collection. If you are in the DeWalt platform this is a must get

All around an amazing upgrade over previous generation, the built in grip power switch and central wood chip vacuum make this a breeze to use. Cuts even with large half inch bits and doesn’t eat up batteries. Would be five stars but the extraction tube clip came cracked in mine when it shipped and I had to order a replacement part

I have 48 years of woodworking experience and this is a marvelous router. Measures up to all the accolades reviewers have given it. I’m flattening a couple hardwood slabs and am enjoying the ease of use depth adjustment for each pass. The plunge mechanism is delightfully smooth and easy to change depth and lock. The dust extraction features are next level innovation. The batter(ies) I keep swapping out to keep the job moving have a lot of room for improvement. Best solution would be to have an adapter that can provide power from an outlet. And unfortunately, the 3rd party units that I’ve seen appear too sketchy for it. This is a very demanding task and I know I will have many years enjoying using it on the traditional pedestrian level tasks it is designed for. It is a very solid router. The power is bombproof and only fades from the battery going into “wait a minute” mode. Otherwise very pleased with this purchase.

Great quality and very well done

Amazing, high quality. Plunge base is very good.