DEWALT DW616 Router
- Router
- 11 amps
- 2 watts
- Corded electric
- Better rated than 59%
- More reviewed than 85%
The DW616 delivers a 1.75 horsepower, 11 amp corded motor in a light 2.83 kilogram body, a combination reflected in its 4.6 rating over 2,718 ratings.
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How it ranks among the 183 routers we track
4.6★ across 2,718 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
2,718 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
200+ bought on Amazon last month.
Brand identity, imagery, description and spec coverage.
The ProductDome score is separate from the Amazon rating shown above: it combines the Bayesian-smoothed Amazon rating with evidence volume, tracked demand, and data quality across the 183 routers we track - how the scorecard works · full routers data report. Confidence: high - strong rating volume and complete data.Last refreshed Aug 4, 2026. Data-computed, not a hands-on test. Compiled by the ProductDome Research Team.
Overview
The DEWALT DW616 is a corded fixed base router running on 120 volts and 11 amps, rated at 1.75 horsepower, and weighing about 2.83 kilograms. It holds a 4.6 rating across 2,718 ratings.
At roughly 6.2 pounds, the DW616 is light enough to guide one handed for edge profiling and trim work. It is a long running model in DEWALT's router lineup, reflected in its large ratings count.
- 1.75 horsepower motor
- 11 amp corded electric on 120 volts
- Weighs about 2.83 kilograms (6.2 pounds)
- 4.6 rating across 2,718 ratings
Who it's for
This suits DIY woodworkers doing edge work, trimming, and moderate routing tasks. Production shops needing higher horsepower or a plunge base for deep cuts should look at a larger router instead.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Light enough for one handed control
- Corded power with no battery to manage
- Long track record reflected in 2,718 ratings
- 1.75 horsepower is modest next to larger routers
- Corded design limits portability
- No plunge base indicated in this data
Performance notes
The 11 amp motor delivering 1.75 horsepower handles edge profiling and light to moderate routing without struggling, while the corded design means power never runs out mid job. At 2.83 kilograms it stays maneuverable for one handed guiding along a fence or template.
Specifications
| Brand | DeWalt |
|---|---|
| Model | DW616 |
| Amperage | 11 amps |
| Motor Power | 2 watts |
| Power Source | Corded electric |
| Item Weight | 6.24 pounds |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| DEWALT DW616 RouterThis product | 4.6 / 5 | 2,718 | 4.3 / 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 |
| BOSCH 1617EVSPK RouterBosch | 4.8 / 5 | 4,987 | 4.5 / 5 |
| HARDELL DM22409BLAHD-1 RouterHARDELL | 4.3 / 5 | 12,527 | 4.4 / 5 |
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Questions about the DeWalt DW616
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
Is the DW616 a plunge router?
The available listing data describes it as a router without noting a plunge base, so check the current listing for base type.
What is the motor rating?
11 amps, rated at 1.75 horsepower on 120 volts corded power.
How much does it weigh?
About 2.83 kilograms, or roughly 6.2 pounds.