Makita was founded in 1915, but didn't start making power tools until 1958. The performance and reliability of Makita's tools landed the company at the top of our rankings of the world's top power ...

Cordless tool technology has come a long way in a short time. Five years ago, I tried a first generation cordless router and ...

Which compact router is best? A compact router is a small and easy-to-control tool that works well for edging and carving shapes in wood or plastic. These handheld tools can be incredibly versatile, ...

If you’re just getting into woodworking, you’ll be hearing all about routers—not the type we all rely on for WiFi, but instead, the kind that’s a handheld power tool used for shaping. A router is a ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Makita offers a selection of affordable power tools, including routers that are well suited to the DIY woodworker, professional trim carpenter ...