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1/4-in and 1/2-in 12 -Amp 2 -HP Variable Speed Fixed Router

Ratings & Reviews for Kobalt 1/4-in and 1/2-in 12 -Amp 2 -HP Variable Speed Fixed Router

4.6
116
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 4.6 out of 5
116 Reviews


92% Recommend this product

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What Customers Are Saying

Customers overwhelmingly praise this router and table combo for exceptional value, solid construction, and user-friendly design. The 12-amp motor with variable speed handles diverse tasks, while the smooth aluminum top and sturdy plastic base deliver reliable performance. Most appreciate the compact, lightweight design, clear assembly instructions, and compatibility with both 1/2-inch and 1/4-inch bits. The effective dust collection and handheld router compatibility add further appeal. A few note minor issues like fence adjustment difficulty or non-standard miter slots, but nearly all agree it exceeds expectations for the price and recommend it for DIY and hobbyist woodworkers.

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117 Customer Reviews

The price is very affordable! Highly recommended

Would Recommend

Highly satisfied. The product was exactly what I was searching for. Works like a charm. Very affordable.

May 17, 2026
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Bad Fence

Would Not Recommend

I only bought this because it was $100 on a daily deal. The table is not bad and the router is okay as well. Not great, but for a hundred bucks a fair exchange. But the fence is crap. On its own design and function it cannot be square. The lack of square of the fence outweighs the good price point.

May 17, 2026
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Response from Kobalt Team

Hi Timmy! Thank you for reviewing your Kobalt K12RTC router. We're glad you like the table and router! Please reach out to our Kobalt support tea...

Kobalt TeamMay 18, 2026

Chervon-Kobalt

Fair price good build

Would Recommend

Only down side of the router is not like the one I have Mukta and hitachi. Price wise this one is better

May 16, 2026
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Good value for 50% off.

Router table is aluminum and the top adjusting is a plus

May 16, 2026
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Great price for a high quality item!

Would Recommend

Great power and accuracy! Can tackle the easy jobs and most complicated!

May 16, 2026
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You need to get bits

Would Recommend

Good quality, great price, the table is solid aluminum plus fast and free delivery

May 16, 2026
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Great product at price point

Would Recommend

Wanted to try out a more stable platform than free handing with my palm router. Nice base I can use atop a low workbench, power cord long enough for basic activities but adding an extension cord is no big deal. Really upped my abilities using routers.

May 16, 2026
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Good table, annoying miter slots

Would Recommend

Easy to assemble and works well. The router is high quality and is more powerful than my previous one. I like how the table came with different attachments for the router in handheld mode. However, the miter slots not being standard is quite annoying. I wish they were standard to free up the use of jigs and more standard attachments.

May 16, 2026
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good product once up and running

competitive price, well designed, actually more quiet than I expected..

May 16, 2026
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Good value

Would Recommend

Solid construction, and the router itself is pretty solid too

May 16, 2026
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Easy to put together . Great customer service.++++

Would Recommend

Very easy to put together. Great value for the money. Super fast shipping to store. Quick easy pick up. Would buy again

May 16, 2026
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Does not come with bits so go ahead and get a set

Would Recommend

Only way it could be better isit came with a few router bits

May 16, 2026
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If you do corner rounding this table works great.

I like how easy the table was to set up. The tools on the table are nice too and works great for helping me round edges.

May 16, 2026
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Good affordable router and table

Would Recommend

Precision metal tabletop and guide rail. Simple to assemble and comes with everything needed. Quality router with plenty of power.

May 16, 2026
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Has all the parts to get started

Would Recommend

I just received this, it looks like a great product. I’m really excited to try it out, but I have to clear my bench first. It seems to have all the bells and whistles to compete with my Bosch. I’m expecting to have to tune it a bit. Someone mentioned it can attach to the wings of a table saw, which would be awesome.

May 15, 2026
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not worth it

Would Not Recommend

Initially I thought I got a good deal, but when I needed it most it no longer worked, it did not last a year.

May 14, 2026
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Response from Kobalt Team

Hi Pedro! Thank you for reviewing your Kobalt K12RTC router. We're sorry to hear that it has stopped working. We would be happy to take a look at...

Kobalt TeamMay 15, 2026

Chervon-Kobalt

Good price for a router and table.

Would Recommend

It was easy to assemble. I did watch a video before hand, but think I could have done it without the video. I have been wanting a router and table, so this fit my expectations. I have only used it once and was happy with the router. The router bits I already had fit this router , so that was a bonus. I like that it is not heavy, so I was able to put on work table. Eventually will mount with the legholes provided. This is the first time I have used a router and table. I hope to get better...

May 14, 2026
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Great value

Would Recommend

Overall really good tool for hobby use. Pretty durable but wish there was less plastic parts

May 13, 2026
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