Routers are revered among woodworkers and home hobbyists for their ability to create a number of different cuts in wood, ranging from textures to joinery cuts. While these are useful on their own, using a router table ensures consistent results, that are also easier to attain.

BOSCH RA1181 – Best Router Table

It’s moderate size makes it a fine choice for hobbyists who have the space for a larger table that can handle most any size of workpiece.

The BOSCH RA1181 benchtop router table can attach to any workbench, and has a 27” x 18” work surface that is 6 feet long. It comes with a very rigid aluminum mounting plate that has three different insert rings to accommodate most any Bosch router, and many other brands as well.

The table is equipped with an aluminum fence that is very adjustable, and features MDF faceplates on the front, along with two adjustable featherboards that can easily be used as guides for your workpieces.

Above the router bit area is a clear dust guard that lets you work without obstructing your view, while preventing dust from flying all over the place. Multiple holes surround the bit area so you can install the included starter pin when making curved cuts. There’s even a dust collector port that allows for vacuum hose installation if desired.

Overall, it’s hard to find a better value for the money in terms of quality and versatility. The RA1181 very capable, and has plenty of handy cutting options and convenient features to make your woodwork go smoothly each time.

Pros

• Highly adjustable
• Lots of extras
• Compatible with many different routers

Kreg PRS2100 – Editor’s Choice

The Kreg PRS2100 is another great example of a compact table for routers that offers a great deal of versatility and strength in a small package. The table’s design makes it one of the most portable tables you’ll come across, and while it may not be flashy, all of the essential components are top-tier.

The Kreg PRS2100 has an MDF table top that measures 16” x 24” and has an easy slide surface for seamless movement of your workpiece while cutting it. A full-size router plate with plate levelers and level-loc reducing rings is included, all on top of a heavy-duty steel stand that is very stable.

The table’s fence industrial-level fence assembly includes adjustable faces, vertical jointing, and quarter-turn locking levers that let you lock it in place quickly. A clear dust shield allows you to see through during cutting, while blocking out flying debris and dust.

3 different insert plates are included to better match varying sizes of routers and a vacuum shroud behind the fence can connect to standard shop vac sizes to keep your work area even more dust-free. Rubber feet give the table added stability and dampen excessive vibrations from larger routers.

The Kreg PRS2100 is easily one of the most stable and lightweight router tables you’ll find. If you’re looking for a highly-portable router table that offers a surprising amount of industrial strength, this is it.

Pros

• Lightweight
• Industrial Strength
• Portable

Cons

• Small surface
• No storage

Bosch RA1171 –  Best Selling Router Table

The Bosch RA1171 is best described as a small version of the RA1181, boasting many of the same features and capabilities, just in a much more scaled down package. The RA1171 isn’t the most portable router table despite its size, so it’s best for those who have small workshop, and need a reliable, bench-mounted.

The table measures 25-1/2″ wide by 14-1/2″ high by 15-7/8″ deep, and weighs 42 pounds. It includes an aluminum mounting plate that stay perfectly flat during use, and is pre-drilled to accommodate a huge range of routers, Bosch or not.

The back portion of the table features a dual outlet for powering other tools, while the front has a locking power switch to prevent accidents, which is certainly appreciated. The table’s aluminum fence has adjustable face plates, with a max opening of 3-3/16″ and a max throat opening of 3-5/8″.

The RA1171 comes with a solid amount of extras that include two adjustable featherboards that can be used on the fence or the miter track, a clear dust guard, starter pins for round cuts, and a two separate dust collection ports that can be used on their own, or with a vacuum.

If you’re enticed by the RA1181, but don’t have the space required for it, the RA1171 is a perfect solution, and saves you a small bit of money as well.

Pros

• Versatile accessories included
• Highly adjustable fence
• Great value

Cons

• Small size
• Portable, but not freestanding

Bench Dog 40-001 ProTop Contractor – Best Benchtop Router Table

The Bench Dog 40-001 ProTop Contractor is a compact benchtop table that is designed to be portable enough to easily bring onto the job site when you need precision router cuts in a moment’s notice. And although it may be a smaller size, this table can truly do it all with ease, and packs a number of features and designs into one package.

Contractor’s router table top has a smooth and durable laminate coating, and measures 26” x 16”, giving you just enough space to seamlessly handle standard workpieces with little effort. Twin steel rails support the router inside, and an enclosed birch plywood cabinet reduces noise.

The table includes an aluminum miter accessory track that is easily adjustable, plus accessory t-slots on the table itself, and the fence so you can mount featherboards, stops, switches, and more. A heavy-duty, one-piece fence includes adjustable sub-fences, and the entire assembly can be flipped to the other side of the table to handle larger pieces.

Rubber feet come equipped on the 40-001 ProTop Contractor’s bottom, helping to reduce both slippage and vibration during use. A 2.5” dust port accommodates most shop vacs, and the inside of the cabinet has plenty of room for storage.

If you want a top-tier router table, but also need one that’s compact, the 40-001 ProTop Contractor has the ideal combination of the two. Yes, it’s a little pricer than others, but well worth it.

Pros

• Compact
• Fits most routers of any brand
• Versatile fencing components

Cons

• Pricey

Bench Dog 40-102 ProMax Cast Iron​

Router table extensions have two uses: you can either extend your table saw surface area while letting it double as a router saw, or combine the two in order to save space in your workshop. Either way, Bench Dog’s 40-102 ProMax Cast Iron is perfectly suitable for both, and showcases an industrial quality that relies on durability and smart design.

The ProMax includes a cast-iron top, and accepts 8-1/4″ x 11-3/4″ table plates, along with a miter gauge track that adjusts for a no-slop fit. A heavy-duty on/off button resides on the side, and the table rests on casters that come with locks for added stability during use.

A 28″ ProFence features a dual fence slot configuration allows you to rotate the fence and work from either side of the table so you can maximize surface area. Plus, with a third miter slot at its disposal, your table saw becomes perfectly equipped to handle crosscut sleds. The fence can also quickly dismount and hang down on provided j-hooks when using your tablesaw.

The ProMax is adjustable in nearly every area, making it one of the most versatile tables available. Its combination of industrial strength and compatibility with table saw setups makes it very much worth the higher price.

Pros

• Adjustable in early every aspect
• Rolling casters
• Great for saving space

Cons

• Pricey