Where does the OF1010 fit, now that the MFK700 has arrived?

[Ned]

I have the OF1010 and a table-mounted Porter-Cable 7539 with an additional 8mm collet.  The 1010 is a delight, but now that the MFK700 has arrived, I'm wondering where it fits.

The 1400 wasn't available when I bought the 1010, FWIW.  I have the 1010 edging kit.

The 1010 and the 1400 have significant overlap in their capabilities, but of course, 1/2" shank capability and deeper plunge can be useful.

Now the MFK700 shows up, and can do those things that a 1010 could do better than a 1400, and (possibly) do them better and more conveniently than the 1010.

I have no plans to dispose of my 1010.  Selling the 1010 to buy a 1400 wouldn't be trading up, any more than selling an RX-7 to buy a Sprinter van would be.  Both cool in their own right, but different.

However, it now seems to me that, if you could only have two routers, the 1400 and MFK700 would make a great combination.  The third would be the 1010, and you'd probably prefer it over the 1400 for work within the 1010's capability.

I'm still a 1010 fan, but I think the MFK700 strengthens the argument that a beginner on the green slope should start with a 1400 by default.

Ned

 

[Ned]

In another thread, gemorris said:

I was considering getting an OF 1400, now I think I will get an OF 1010 and an OF 2200

The 2200 just looks like it can handle anything, and the 1010 is sweet on light work.

Hadn't thought of that combination.

 

[tallgrass]

i think the 1010 is the way to go with edge trimming parts...also the visibility ??? is superior to the 700

 

[joraft]

The 1010 is a delight, but now that the MFK700 has arrived, I'm wondering where it fits...

I'm still a 1010 fan, but I think the MFK700 strengthens the argument that a beginner on the green slope should start with a 1400 by default.

Ned

Ned, I just bought a 1400 last week (my first Festool router) and it was tough for me to decide between that and the 1010. After picking the 1400 I thought I would probably go back and get the 1010 somewhere down the road. Now I'll wait until the MFK 700 is actually in the store and compare that with the OF 1010. As mentioned on another thread, the 1010 and the 700 are very different machines, with the 700 actually being a very high end trim router. The 700 and the 1400 might just make a more versatile set. I can't wait to play with one.

John

 

[Fred West]

John, I am exactly where you are. I have the 1400 after debating between it and the 700. For me and what I do I truly also think the 700 is a better combo for me although Brice made a very strong argument for the 1010. I had been looking at the Bosch Colt but some of the reviews here and other places as well as the added versatility that comes with the 700 led me to wait. Fred

 

[Hergy]

The 1010 is a plunge router, the 700 is not. Totally different capabilities. Doesn't that seperate the two pretty much?

 

[Brice Burrell]

The 1010 is a plunge router, the 700 is not. Totally different capabilities. Doesn't that seperate the two pretty much?

  Agreed, that separates them, but, the question is: how are you going to use them. Are you going to use the 700 as a normal router or the 1010 for edge routing? Plenty of over lap between their capabilities.

 

[semenza]

I'm still a 1010 fan, but I think the MFK700 strengthens the argument that a beginner on the green slope should start with a 1400 by default.

Ned

Hi,

          If a beginner is going to buy one router and planning to use that one router for a while before getting a second. I really don't think there is any way to beat the versatility of the OF1400 as an all round tool. With the exception of table use which the Festool routers are not particularly designed for. The 1400 has enough power to handle heavier jobs , I found that it routes dadoes better than a PC7539  (which I used to have), and still has the handling needed for edge profiles etc.
        If a combo of two or more routers is better in the long run. Then the begginer could easily sell the OF1400 for nearly the original price. Especially if it is well cared for.  To me there is no better one router choice.  I have the 1400, my only router. I am currently setting up a table with a PC7518 motor for dedicated use. After that I do plan to add more routers. But I know that the OF1400 will easily do the job until I add in others.

Seth

 

[Fred West]

Seth, I agree wholeheartedly with you. I have the 7518 setup on my table with the Bench Dog Lift and it is absolutely marvelous. I also have two other PC, two Makita's one Ryobi which is horrible, the 1400 and am getting the 700. I would LOVE to see Festool come out with either a true table router or shaper.  Fred

 

[Brad Evans]

My OF-1000 (1010 predecessor) and couple of trim routers I have handles all my needs for smaller stuff. MFK700 makes little sense for me - especially at that price. If I was a tool junkie that might be different...

 

[Dave Rudy]

I have (and love) the 1400.  Had the 2000 but sold it (had it been the 2200 I don't think I would have done that).

I see no need in my shop for a super powerful topside router (I have a PC7518 dedicated to the table).  I do not have a trim router.  So the particular choice I face is this:  should I get a 1010 or a 700.  Technically, I don't need another plunge router.  The 1400 handles 1/4, 8mm and 1/2" bits.  After reading Brice's review, the 1010 with attachments sounds like a dream (also a lot cheaper than the 700).  It would also give me a lighter weight option for things like the LR32 (now setup to use with the 1400).

Advice?

TIA

Dave

 

[Overtime]

The OF 1010 fits in a # 3 Systainer  ;D

The 1010 is a plunge router, the 700 is not. Totally different capabilities. Doesn't that seperate the two pretty much?

Yep that says it all.  The 1010 is a small precise plunge router. It is 4 lbs lighter than the 1400 but can do most of the same work.
The 1010 fits perfectly with the LR 32 and the VS 600 plus all the other good stuff a plunge router can do. I think that most 1010 owners love that router. I don't remember of hearing of many- any  unhappy owners of the 1010.

If I were limited to only one hand held router it would be this one the OF 1010. If it were my first router purchase it would be this one also (unless a specific task required the 1400)

PC7518 - Table  PC7529 PC310 OF 1400 OF 1010

There will always be a place for this router and we are very fortunate as tool users to have all these options available.

The only problem if you could call it that is selecting the ones that fit your needs. I don't need the 2200 but Daamm it's nice. Same for the 700 - What's really nice is that if you like the quality of the Festools then each one is either best in it's class or darn close.

I was hoping that Festool's new TRIM router would have been more in line (price and feature wise) with the PC310 or Bosch Colt. But with that extra quality we would normally expect from Festool. But nooooo they just had to go all out with the 2 precision bases and guide and the power - making it way more than the average trim router, thus the high cost.  :

As good as it looks It's no substitute for the 1010.

OF 2200- F350  OF1400- F250 OF 1010 F150 4WD off road package  MFK 700- Toyota FJ Cruiser full time 4WD  ;D