Porter Cable 690LR 1 - 3/4 Hp Router

Pros: Best small router on the market.
Cons: Price... but worth it.

GENERAL STUFF ABOUT PORTER CABLE ROUTERS While working in various scene shops over the last few years, I have used many different routers, and most of them have been Porter Cable. Compared to other brands of routers, Porter Cable’s long life is ...

Pros: Many after-market accessories
Cons: Outdated design

This is an updated version of the venerable Porter Cable 690 router. It has a little more power than its predecessor and base locks more solidly in place. However, it is an updated version of an outdated design. The big problem comes from the fact ...

Pros: Great Router. Porter Cable quality
Cons: none so far

I recently purchased this router from an on-line store named Taylor tools. I chose Porter Cable because I own a few of their products and I an extremely happy with the quality. The 960LR is a perfect router. It has 1 3/4 hp motor, 1/4" and 1/2" collet witch is great and a very easily adjustable depth. One other feature I like about this router is that you can easily add a plunge router base and many attachments to make using this router very versatile. If you’re looking for a great router at a good price, look at the Porter Cable 690LR. You won't be disappointed.