Trend T14 1/2 Inch Variable Speed Workshop Router

Not given it a proper trial yet as waiting to build router table for it. However I don't forsee any problems.

I bought this router (T14EK) for my Trend router bench.........I’ve tried using one of my other routers but to be honest, even though they worked.....ok.......they were never quite doing it 100%..........this machine however is spot on ......( and so it should be, as it’s made for just this purpose)........once I’d got it set up and worked out the nitty gritty ............ I gave it a few test runs......( rebates/groves up to 30mm... tongue and groove...... raised panels....... etc) ........there’s no discernible motor slow down and the cuts were smooth and even..........did all that I tried effortlessly..... This is a machine for the ‘Pro/Experienced Operator’..............its quite heavy 6.5kg......and needs treating with a good amount of respect when using free hand ...........@ £550 its a chunk of change to shell out........ but I take the view that it’s an investment and it is likely to give me many years of service...............( I have 3 other Trend routers of different sizes that I’ve been using for well over 25 years on site and they all work like new....’nearly’.........but they are 110v and the ‘youngsters’ scratch their heads and smile these days )..........hope you find this review to be helpful.........and I’ve still got all my fingers......work safe and happy joinery......... PS.......if you intended to use this machine on a table station..... I highly recommend the quick release kit.......

Ordered this after much deliberation on a replacement for my poor old Bosch. Fitted it into a workbench using the Trend router base plate (not included) and it works a treat. The integrated lift mechanism is perfect and easy to use. The remote control cable is brilliant and so much better than using a cable-tie on the on/off switch like you often need to do! Mounted the switch to the outside of the cabinet for a controlled and safe option to turn it on and off easily. Otherwise just can't fault it. Super smooth, stable, powerful and relatively quiet. Soft start is a nice touch particularly when using larger bits.

Trend T14 is a Ferry good tool as most wood workers would know .

I'm using it for my Trend WRT router table where it's being stuck underneath table so I don't get to use any extra features but it still works there very well. Pity I cannot rotate or remove handles because once router to lifted up when changing router bits those handles are hitting router table plate. I like that there is an option to change speeds so when working with more delicate woods it can be lowered.

Excellent across the board. Able to perform some tasks that other routers could not. Bought addition collets, extender and spacer rings for it too. Great buy.

Great router for professional jobs.

High quality, great addition to the router table.