WEN PL1252 Router
- Router
- 15 amps
- Corded electric
- Cast Iron
- Better rated than 59%
Power and mass combine here, a 15 amp motor on a cast iron base, backed by solid ratings and steady recent demand.
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How it ranks among the 183 routers we track
4.6★ across 518 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
518 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
50+ 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
A corded 15 amp motor spinning up to 20,000 RPM pairs with a cast iron build weighing about 64 pounds on the WEN PL1252, pointing to a stationary router table rather than a handheld unit.
That combination, heavy cast iron plus a 15 amp motor rated to 20,000 RPM, is typical of a router table package that includes the motor rather than a table bought separately. The mass helps keep cuts stable at speed, which matters more as RPM climbs. With 50 units bought in the past month and a 4.6 star rating across 518 reviews, demand and buyer feedback both look solid.
- 15 amp corded motor
- Up to 20,000 RPM
- Cast iron build, about 64 pounds
- 4.6 star rating, 518 reviews
Who it's for
A shop wanting a stationary, cast iron routing setup with the motor already included will get the most from the PL1252. Skip it if a portable handheld router is what the job actually calls for.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- 15 amp motor reaches 20,000 RPM
- Heavy cast iron base adds stability
- 4.6 star rating across 518 reviews
- Steady demand at 50 bought in the past month
- At about 64 pounds it is not a portable tool
- Corded, so it needs a fixed power source nearby
Performance notes
A 15 amp corded motor spinning to 20,000 RPM on a roughly 64 pound cast iron base gives real mass to steady the cut at speed, which generally means cleaner edges than a lighter, less powerful setup.
Specifications
| Brand | WEN |
|---|---|
| Model | PL1252 |
| Amperage | 15 amps |
| Power Source | Corded electric |
| Material | Cast Iron |
| Item Weight | 64 pounds |
| Speed | 20000 rpm |
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How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in routers.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| WEN PL1252 RouterThis product | 4.6 / 5 | 518 | 4.1 / 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 |
| BOSCH 1617EVSPK RouterBosch | 4.8 / 5 | 4,987 | 4.5 / 5 |
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Questions about the WEN PL1252
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
What is the motor rating on the WEN PL1252?
A corded 15 amp motor reaching up to 20,000 RPM.
How heavy is the WEN PL1252?
About 64 pounds (29.03 kilograms).
What is the WEN PL1252 made of?
Cast iron.