OF 1010 vs OF 1400
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Both routers will work for what you specified. If collet size is not an issue, then then 1010 is the lighter router of the two and it excels using the edge-plate for flush trimming operations. It also works well with the LR32, but it is limited to 8mm and 1/4 inch bits. I really like mine and find it has plenty of power for hand-held routing operations and I use an OF2200 for the bigger stuff. Others will weigh in on this and you can search the archives for the pros and cons of each model.
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I had the same dilemma, I decided to go with the 1010 and save up for the bigger boy down the road (2200) More attachments available for the 1010 it seems, integrated dust collection into the base vs the snap on attachment for the 1400, plus lots of power, from what I'm told. I just snaged mine over the weekend and beyond plugging it in and running it for a second sans router bit I've not used it yet. My reasoning is that it's a more portable router, smaller lighter, good size for hinge gains and dadoes and the like. Hope I'm right.
I have one of each (OF 1000 is forerunner of the 1010). For my work, the 1000 is my go-to router.
I have several other (brand names) routers in the shop, but the 1000 is my workhorse.
i get very little time to work at my woodworking and the larger 1400 always seems to have a learning curve for me.
If i had more time to work in the shop, it would maybe be far more useful for me.
all things considered, they are both the best routers in my shop.
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I have several other (brand names) routers in the shop, but the 1000 is my workhorse.
i get very little time to work at my woodworking and the larger 1400 always seems to have a learning curve for me.
If i had more time to work in the shop, it would maybe be far more useful for me.
all things considered, they are both the best routers in my shop.
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alfa said:
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Don't have the 1400, so I can't compare.
I use the 1010 with the LR32 for shelf and hinge holes. For me it's the perfect combination of weight and power for those tasks. It's easy set up and to plunge and move along the track.
I have used it for 20mm wide x 10mm deep stop and through dadoes in melamine (chipboard) and edging (solid wood) which it has no problem with.
Only issue for me when I am using it for wide dadoes, the dust collection isn't that great even when set to the highest vacuum setting. Dust collection is good to great otherwise.
Tim
For the purpose you've stated the 1010 is perfect. If you ever want to cut worktops you need the 1400 or above. The 1010 is much easier to balance on door edges, works better with the LR32 and is generally easier to have around the workshop but the 1400 has the power and collet you need to drive a 1/2 cutter.
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GhostFist said:
That's what I did and I think that this is a perfect combination -- small router for the small stuff, and the big one for the big stuff! They compliment each other rather nicely.
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Since I already have a table mounted router. I wanted a small router for hand held ops. I have a PC 690 but I am tired of cleaning up after it. So I just orders a ten-ten with a whole lot of accessories. I'll use it for solid wood edge band trimming and grooving an edge forming etc. Nothing really heavy but thats why I got a table mounted router for the heavy stuff.
I use OF-1010 more often than OF-1400. OF-1010 is lighter, has built in dust chute. OF-1010 has bunch of different accessories.
OF-1010 is much better option for LR-32, VS-600, edge trimming dado cutting etc. Once you already have another router OF-1010 will be good workhorse in your shop.
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OF-1010 is much better option for LR-32, VS-600, edge trimming dado cutting etc. Once you already have another router OF-1010 will be good workhorse in your shop.
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I love the OF1010. I have a larger Bosch (I don't remember the model no, but it is the one with both plunge and fixed base) that has a good dust chute as well. I also have the small Bosch edge router which is handy but it has no soft start. For the intended purpose I would suggest and recommend the OF1010. The OF1400 is a little too cumbersome for them smaller tasks. A colleague has the OF1400 and I really like it but considering my type of routing I went for the OF1010 myself.
the OF1010 has a staggering amount of accessories offered for it, and I don't fully understand what they are all for, nor which are really needed with one another, specifically, the copier scanning kit/angle arm, then there is also the horizontal base plate (I have presumed this allows both the 1010 and the 1400 to be used horizontally just like the MFK700 can be used??)
to the OP, I have a couple 1400's and use them constantly, but the of1010 is now in very high position on my "next to buy" list, since they so tremendously light, versatile, and all the other reasons given here.
for your purpose, I say that either router will work equally well, since the OF1400 will work on the LR32 plate too...
If I had only one, it would still be the 1400...
and I really require tremendous versatioity in a router for what I do...
I'd love to learn more about some of the 1010 attachments mentioned above from those who really know how these work with each other best?
to the OP, I have a couple 1400's and use them constantly, but the of1010 is now in very high position on my "next to buy" list, since they so tremendously light, versatile, and all the other reasons given here.
for your purpose, I say that either router will work equally well, since the OF1400 will work on the LR32 plate too...
If I had only one, it would still be the 1400...
and I really require tremendous versatioity in a router for what I do...
I'd love to learn more about some of the 1010 attachments mentioned above from those who really know how these work with each other best?
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Even though I've just got an OF 1400 that hasn't been out of it's box yet, I'd consider getting the OF 1010 to go with the VS 600 (that's high on my shopping list after a MFT/3) ... nice and light for repetitive dovetail work.
I've always tried to choose the more robust and reliable tools and in the past they have typically been the bigger, heavier versions ... With Festool and a number of other premium brands, this is certainly not the case anymore - you're best of buying the tool for the job.
I've always tried to choose the more robust and reliable tools and in the past they have typically been the bigger, heavier versions ... With Festool and a number of other premium brands, this is certainly not the case anymore - you're best of buying the tool for the job.
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The 1010 is my favorite router. For LR32 work, it is lighter and easier to use than a 1400. Fortunately, I stocked up on 8mm shank bits before Festool cut the range of bits back. The 8mm bits are every bit as solid as 1/2" shank bits. I use mine for fluting, edge treatments, LR32 and other boring-bit applications. For larger diameter bits, like panel-raising, the 1/2" are superior.
My question dovetails into this nicely, so I'll tack it on rather than starting a new thread:
When does the 1010 just run out of steam? In other words, if I got a 1010, what would I have to want to do before I started muttering "dangit, I should have gotten the 1400!"?
Honestly, at this point, my hardest uses would probably be trying to make holes through 3/4 birch ply and putting decorative edges on 4/4 or 5/4 hardwoods. I have no idea where that falls on the scale of router-toughness.
When does the 1010 just run out of steam? In other words, if I got a 1010, what would I have to want to do before I started muttering "dangit, I should have gotten the 1400!"?
Honestly, at this point, my hardest uses would probably be trying to make holes through 3/4 birch ply and putting decorative edges on 4/4 or 5/4 hardwoods. I have no idea where that falls on the scale of router-toughness.
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1010 Watts is on the edge between light en medium routers, behind it's appearance as a small toy router it packs quite a punch. It's only 200 watts less than my Bosch 1300 plunge router that i see as a powerful router for heavy work, and 100 watts more than my smallest Bosch router 900 router with whom i made my homemade MFT tabletop and plunged a couple hundred 20mm holes in 18mm mdf with no trouble.
I have only recently got my of1010 and so far only used it with the LR32 so i can't say, but if you had no router at all and could only get one, then the 1400 would possibly be the best choice. If you already have one and want to switch to festool, then starting with the 1010 and later skipping the 1400 and going directly to the 2020 seems like the best strategy to me.
From what i hear the 1400 becomes kind of obsolete once you have the two others, so i prefer avoid getting it at all.
I have only recently got my of1010 and so far only used it with the LR32 so i can't say, but if you had no router at all and could only get one, then the 1400 would possibly be the best choice. If you already have one and want to switch to festool, then starting with the 1010 and later skipping the 1400 and going directly to the 2020 seems like the best strategy to me.
From what i hear the 1400 becomes kind of obsolete once you have the two others, so i prefer avoid getting it at all.
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williaty said:
From what you are saying your intended use is, the 1010 would be perfect -- it is small and lightweight and quite powerful. It's only real drawback is the collet size and available bits...1/4 inch bits are readily available and work well for most applications, but 8mm bits are even better and those are harder to come by. The 1400 is a better all around router, but I agree with others that have stated the 1010 and 2200 is the ultimate combination. This combo allows you flexibility to handle the entire range of routing from lightweight stuff where size and manueverability are key (1010) to swinging large panel raising bits and making deep, aggressive cuts in tough material (2200). If you only are going to buy one router, then the 1400 might be the way to go. If you have funds/intend to buy more than one router, then the 1010 and 2200 might be better. Of course there are others that would suggest buying all of them as they each have their purpose...in the end only you can decide what is right for your woodworking and planned projects. But from what you have stated, the 1010 would be plenty strong enough to handle these tasks nicely.
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