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What are we comparing? - We are going to compare the Makita XTR01Z brushless 18-volt compact trim router to the Ridgid R86044B 18-volt compact trim router. These two units are intended for the same type of work whether you are in the woodshop or on the job-site. Decorative edge work, laminate trimming, light mortise and tenon work, inlay work, and various other woodworking and cabinetry applications. We will dive into various different features and specs on the units and compare them. What is better or more suited for certain applications? These comparison points are:
Size and Weight
Battery Platform
Run Time
Horse Power
Collet and Bit Size
Changing Bits
Base features
Ergonomics
Dust Collection
Attachments
Cost
Construction Material, Size, and Weight
With a tool like a trim router, size and weight are extremely important. You don't want something that is large and heavy for the type of work you will be doing. On certain applications, a little heft is nice to have but for the majority of the work and applications that a trim router will be doing, something that is compact and maneuverable is something that is desirable.
Coming in with a more plastic than the Makita model, the Ridgid unit is a bit lighter with a weight without a battery of 2.4 pounds. With a footprint of 7' tall and 3' wide, the unit is very compact. Placing a battery on top of the unit will make it a bit taller and heavy but most importantly throwing off the balance. Both units will be top heavy with a larger battery. We are a big believer in 2.0ah batteries in these units. The Makita unit is a bit heavier with more a beefier metal construction coming in at 4.6 pounds with a battery. The size of the Makita unit is similar to the Ridgid unit with a footprint of 8-7/8" tall.
