Milwaukee 2723-20 M18 Cordless Compact Router
- Power Source: Battery
- Base Type: Fixed
- Amperage: 5 amps
- Material Type: Metal
Last refreshed Aug 4, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A solid option for cordless edge and trim routing at 1.25 horsepower, though it isn't the pick for continuous heavy plunge cuts in dense hardwood.
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ASIN: B07XM9876NModel: 2723-20Category: Woodworking Routers
Overview
Battery power drives the Milwaukee 2723-20, an 18 volt router rated at 5 amps and 1.25 horsepower, built for cordless trim and edge routing away from a power outlet.
Cordless routers generally trade some peak power for the freedom to move around a job site without a cord, and 1.25 horsepower sits below what many corded plunge routers offer. That points this model toward trim, edge profiling and template work rather than heavy stock removal. The listing here doesn't state whether a battery and charger ship with it, so that's worth confirming at purchase.
- Power source: 18V battery
- Amp draw: 5 amps
- Motor output: 1.25 HP
- Model: 2723-20
Who it's for
Suits tradespeople and hobbyists doing cordless edge profiling, laminate trimming or template routing where an outlet isn't nearby.
Pros and cons
- Cordless 18 volt operation for mobility
- 5 amp draw suited to trim and edge routing
- 1.25 horsepower motor
- Battery and charger inclusion isn't stated in the listed specs
- Lower horsepower than most corded routers
Performance notes
Running on an 18 volt battery instead of a wall outlet, the 2723-20 trades some sustained output for mobility around a job site. Its 1.25 horsepower rating lands closer to a trim router than a full size corded plunge unit, which generally suits edge profiling, laminate trimming and template work over deep stock removal.
Specifications
| Brand | Milwaukee's |
|---|---|
| Model | 2723-20 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Dimensions W X H | 3.2 × 6.9 inches |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Power Source | Battery |
| Amperage | 5 ampslower than 89% of 46 woodworking routers |
| Battery Description | Lithium-Ion |
| Voltage | 18 voltslower than 62% of 101 woodworking routers |
| Horsepower | 1.25 hp |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type | Metal |
| Color | Black |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Included Components | Unit^Instruction Guide |
| Warranty & support | |
| Manufacturer Warranty Description | Manufacturer Warranty |
| Other details | |
| Base Type | Fixed |
| Item Type Name | Milwaukee Electric - COMPACT ROUTER |
Closest rivals on specs
Metabo HPT M1808DAQ4 18V Cordless Trim Router- Amperage 5 vs 3 amps (+67%)
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AVID POWER AERM186 Compact Wood Router 630W- Voltage 18 vs 110 volts (-84%)
Frequently asked questions
Is the Milwaukee 2723-20 corded or cordless?
Cordless, it runs on an 18 volt battery.
How much power does the 2723-20 put out?
It's rated at 1.25 horsepower.
What is the amp draw of the 2723-20?
5 amps.