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1/4-in Variable Speed Brushless Trim Router

Ratings & Reviews for Kobalt 1/4-in Variable Speed Brushless Trim Router

4.7
131
Review
 4.7 out of 5
131 Reviews


92% Recommend this product

Ratings may include incentivized customer reviews.

What Customers Are Saying

The cordless router has a compact and lightweight design that makes it easy to handle, with features like adjustable speed, soft start, and LED lights that enhance its usability. Users report good power and performance, though some felt it lacked the power of larger, corded models. A few customers noted issues with the depth adjustment mechanism. Overall, the router appears suitable for light to medium-duty tasks, but may not be suitable for more demanding, professional-level work.

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131 Customer Reviews

Depth lock needs more engineering

Would Not Recommend

the router seems powerful enough two problems however. The depth lock is difficult to tighten and is hard for it to secure itself. The bit wanders downward when in use. the base area is so closed in that it's difficult to keep your eye on the bit while you're using it.

May 3, 2026
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Response from Kobalt Team

Hi there! Thank you for your review of our Trim Router. Your feedback regarding the depth lock and base area are very helpful and will be passed alon...

Kobalt TeamMay 5, 2026

Chervon-Kobalt

Great quality battery 24v router at low price

Would Recommend

My first battery powered 1/4" router. It is well balanced and worked great for the small jobs

April 23, 2026
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Great product

Would Recommend

Exactly as expected. Love the kobalt brand

April 22, 2026
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worth the money

Would Recommend

Well built and designed

April 20, 2026
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Arrived HEAVILY used and delivery was awful

Would Not Recommend

Very clearly not a new product. Lowes same day delivery didn't make it anywhere near the door, to the point that the router could be seen/snagged by anybody passing by on the street or sidewalk. Terrible delivery, followed by a used tool that I now have to return to the store....which was the whole point of getting delivery! I wouldn't recommend Lowe's in general at this point...

April 7, 2026
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Response from Kobalt Team

Hello Redd, thank you for reviewing the Kobalt Trim Router. We are sorry to hear that the Trim Router fell below your expectations with the tool cond...

Kobalt TeamApril 9, 2026

Chervon-Kobalt

Add this to your Toolbox

Very lightweight and easy to use. The 1/4” size is perfect for those small jobs. The variable speed helps to keep accurate.

February 28, 2026
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Awesome product

Would Recommend

This is an awesome little router. I am a beginner and this works great for me as I learn to use a router.

February 22, 2026
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Great handheld router

Would Recommend

Router works great! Exceeded expectations.

February 8, 2026
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Great Peice even better tool!

Would Recommend

It’s GREAT. Smooth, power, accuracy, lighting!!! I can go in forever.. for the price you can not go wrong. Must have!!

February 4, 2026
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Everything is okay

Would Recommend

I didn't try yet

January 29, 2026
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Good tool

Would Recommend

Works great easy to use.Great price.

January 28, 2026
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Very nice!

Would Recommend

Great for a cordless router, added to my many Kobalt 24v tool collection. 4 star because it really needed a bigger base as an added accessory.

January 15, 2026
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Smart ops router - tough to go too deep!

Would Recommend

Bought this for my SIL who does a great deal of carpentry. He loves that this router. is “smart” like knows when to stop!!

December 26, 2025
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Awesome router

Would Recommend

I like the variable speed soft start brushless motor. It runs extremely smooth with plenty of power. There is very little vibration in my hands when using it. Just a nice solid tool. Wish I would have bought it sooner.

December 3, 2025
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