BOSCH 1617EVSPK Router
- Router
- 12 amps
- 2 watts
- Corded electric
- Better rated than 89%
- More reviewed than 93%
A corded router kit built to cover both fixed and plunge routing in one motor, aimed at woodworkers doing varied joinery and edge work.
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How it ranks among the 183 routers we track
4.8★ across 4,987 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
4,987 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
500+ bought on Amazon last month.
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Overview
The Bosch 1617EVSPK is a corded 2.25 horsepower router kit running on 120 volts and 12 amps, with variable speed up to 25000 RPM. At 18.2 pounds it is sold as a combination kit rather than a single base router.
The EVSPK designation covers Bosch's fixed and plunge base combination package, letting the same motor unit switch between straight edge routing and plunge cuts for grooves and mortises. Variable speed up to 25000 RPM lets the router match speed to bit size and material, slower for larger bits, faster for smaller ones.
- 2.25 HP, 12 amp motor
- Up to 25000 RPM variable speed
- Fixed and plunge base combo kit
- 120 volt corded power
Who it's for
Suits a woodworker who wants one motor covering both fixed-base edge work and plunge routing for grooves, dadoes or mortises. Overkill for someone who only needs a small trim router for light edge work.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- 2.25 horsepower motor handles larger bits
- Variable speed up to 25000 RPM
- Kit includes both fixed and plunge bases
- Corded power means no cordless portability
- 18.2 pounds is heavier than a compact router
Performance notes
The 2.25 horsepower, 12 amp motor and variable speed range up to 25000 RPM give the router enough power for larger bits and hardwoods, while speed control helps match RPM to bit diameter and reduce burning. At 18.2 pounds the kit includes both bases, which adds weight but broadens what the motor can do.
Specifications
| Brand | Bosch |
|---|---|
| Model | 1617EVSPK |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 18.2 pounds |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Speed | 25000 rpm |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Amperage | 12 amps |
| Motor Power | 2 watts |
| Power Source | Corded electric |
| Voltage | 120 volts |
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How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in routers.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| BOSCH 1617EVSPK RouterThis product | 4.8 / 5 | 4,987 | 4.5 / 5 |
| DEWALT DCS356D1 RouterDeWalt | 4.8 / 5 | 17,925 | 4.7 / 5 |
| Dremel 7760-N/10A RouterDremel | 4.6 / 5 | 10,749 | 4.5 / 5 |
| Makita XMT03Z 18V LXT® Lithium-Ion Cordless Multi-ToolMAKITA | 4.8 / 5 | 5,719 | 4.5 / 5 |
| HARDELL DM22409BLAHD-1 RouterHARDELL | 4.3 / 5 | 12,527 | 4.4 / 5 |
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Questions about the Bosch 1617EVSPK
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
Does the Bosch 1617EVSPK include both a fixed and plunge base?
Yes, the EVSPK kit is a combination package with both base types for the same motor.
What is the maximum speed of the Bosch 1617EVSPK?
It runs variable speed up to 25000 RPM.
How much power does the Bosch 1617EVSPK have?
It has a 2.25 horsepower, 12 amp motor running on 120 volts.