BOSCH 1617EVS Router
- Router
- 12 amps
- 2 watts
- Corded electric
- Better rated than 89%
- More reviewed than 89%
A 12 amp, 2.25 horsepower variable-speed router with a top speed of 25,000 RPM. A solid corded choice for edge work and profiling where speed needs to be matched to the bit.
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How it ranks among the 183 routers we track
4.8★ across 3,532 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
3,532 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
300+ bought on Amazon last month.
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Overview
Bosch's 1617EVS is a corded 12 amp wood router with variable speed up to 25,000 RPM and a 2.25 horsepower motor, weighing 4.5 kilograms.
This is Bosch's long-running fixed-base router, built around a variable-speed motor rather than a single-speed unit, which lets the operator match bit diameter and material to a lower or higher RPM. No seller description or reviews are attached to this specific listing, so the spec sheet is the only source used here.
- 12 amp, 120 volt corded motor
- Variable speed to 25,000 RPM
- 2.25 horsepower rating
- 4.5 kilogram weight
Who it's for
Suits woodworkers who need a corded router with adjustable speed for routing profiles, edges or larger diameter bits that call for slower RPM. Less relevant to someone who only wants a small cordless trim router for light edge work.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Variable speed up to 25,000 RPM
- 2.25 horsepower, 12 amp corded motor
- Established Bosch router design
- No bit or collet sizes listed in the attribute data
- No owner reviews attached to this listing
Performance notes
Variable speed control lets the motor run down from its 25,000 RPM top end, which matters because larger diameter bits typically need slower speeds to stay safe and cut cleanly, while smaller bits can run faster. The 12 amp, 120 volt motor rated at 2.25 horsepower supplies the power for that range.
Specifications
| Brand | Bosch |
|---|---|
| Model | 1617EVS |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 9.92 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 1617EVS RouterThis product | 4.8 / 5 | 3,532 | 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 1617EVS
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
What is the top speed of the Bosch 1617EVS?
25,000 RPM, with variable speed control below that.
Is the Bosch 1617EVS corded or cordless?
Corded electric, running on a 120 volt, 12 amp circuit.
How much horsepower does the 1617EVS motor have?
2.25 horsepower.