--- product_id: 47947362 title: "Compact Electric Palm Router 710W, Variable Speed Wood Trimmer | with 1/4” & 3/8” Collets for Wood, MDF and Laminate, 220–240V, Model 101748" brand: "katsu tools" price: "R3556" currency: ZAR in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Katsu Tools" url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/47947362-compact-electric-palm-router-710w-variable-speed-wood-trimmer-1 store_origin: ZA region: South Africa --- # 710W motor power Variable speed control Accepts standard 1/4" & 3/8" collets Compact Electric Palm Router 710W, Variable Speed Wood Trimmer | with 1/4” & 3/8” Collets for Wood, MDF and Laminate, 220–240V, Model 101748 **Brand:** katsu tools **Price:** R3556 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🎯 Nail every detail with power and precision in the palm of your hand! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Compact Electric Palm Router 710W, Variable Speed Wood Trimmer | with 1/4” & 3/8” Collets for Wood, MDF and Laminate, 220–240V, Model 101748 by katsu tools - **How much does it cost?** R3556 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/47947362-compact-electric-palm-router-710w-variable-speed-wood-trimmer-1) ## Best For - katsu tools enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted katsu tools brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Plug & Play Compatibility:** Works seamlessly with your existing router bits—no extra accessories needed, saving time and money. - • **Power Through Every Project:** Robust 710W motor delivers clean, stall-free cuts on softwood, MDF, and laminate. - • **Ergonomic One-Handed Control:** Compact, balanced design reduces fatigue, empowering longer, more accurate work sessions. - • **Precision at Your Fingertips:** Variable speed dial lets you tailor the cut to delicate or tough materials for flawless finishes. - • **Your Everyday Workshop Essential:** Perfect for edging, grooving, and repairs, this palm router fits neatly into any DIY toolkit. ## Overview The KATSU Tools Compact Electric Palm Router features a powerful 710W motor with variable speed control, enabling professional-grade woodworking on softwood, MDF, and laminate. Its ergonomic, compact design ensures comfortable one-handed use, while compatibility with standard 1/4" and 3/8" collets means no extra accessories are required. Ideal for detailed edging, grooving, and repair tasks, this durable router is a must-have for home workshops and DIY enthusiasts seeking precision and efficiency. ## Description Versatile 710W compact palm router with variable speed control for precise, intricate woodworking cuts. Durable construction with all spare parts available. Review: Good value tool for guitar making - A good, well- functioning little router handy for detail jobs. I got this specifically to cut the binding channels on an acoustic guitar, for which it worked perfectly (combined with the tilting base accessory and a good quality rabbeting bit with interchangeable bearings that cost nearly as much as the router- don't skimp on that!)) I can't comment on the durability as yet as I've only used it for that, but I was impressed with the adjustability and the quality feel of the machine. Review: Great palm-router - Bought this to fit a new b-fold door to our en-suite. I have a plunge-router but got this for ease of use, and it's been brilliant. I opted for the round base so I could rotate the router as I worked, to get better visability of the cut; this wouldn't be possible with a square base. This is only my preference, though. It's not too loud when in operation. I actually forgot to put on my ear-defenders for a couple of cuts, and didn't really notice, to be honest; it's noisy, obviously as it's a power took, but not uncomfortably so. I set the router speed to '3'. which seemed fine, as I was cutting a relatively softwood door. The depth adjustment wheel on the supplied collar worked well, although the scaled rule printed on the side was not entirely useful (I used vernier depth gauge to check the bit depth, but a steel rule would work just as well). The quick-release depth locking-mechanism did the job, and it was a doddle to remove the collar. I used the offset edge tool, when recessing the hinges, and it worked well. Changing the bit was easy, too. Far less hassle than than changing the bit on my plunge-router. I had to make a freehand cut to fit a flush-handle, and it was surprisingly easy. The router is not too heavy to move (although I would recommend using two hands for added control) , and it didn't try to jump ahead as it was moved about. NOTE If making a deep cut : TAKE YOUR TIME! I had to cut out a 12mm recess, and (through lack of experience) went straight to that depth. The router obviously struggled, as too much wood was being taken off in one go. Once I dialed it back and did several runs, each time increasing the depth by 2-3mm, it was far easier. Overall, I am extremely impressed with this great, little router, and for forty quid, it's a real bargain. ## Features - POWERFUL ENOUGH FOR DAILY USE – 710W motor cuts cleanly through softwood, MDF and laminate without stalling or straining, so you spend less time forcing the tool and more time finishing the job. - DIAL IN YOUR FINISH EVERY TIME – Variable speed control lets you match the motor to the material, reducing tear-out on delicate surfaces and giving professional-grade results whether you are edging, grooving or chamfering. - COMFORTABLE FOR EXTENDED USE – Compact, balanced design fits securely in one hand without fatigue, letting you work accurately on furniture, shelving and kitchen units for longer without losing control. - NO EXTRA BITS REQUIRED – Accepts standard 1/4" and 3/8" collets straight out of the box, so it works with router bits you already own and saves you the cost and hassle of sourcing specialist accessories. - BUILT FOR HOME WORKSHOPS AND DIY PROJECTS – Handles edging, decorative profiles, slots and repairs across wood, MDF and laminate, making it a reliable everyday addition to any toolkit without taking up bench space. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B00LVVJ99U | | Base Diameter | 89 Millimetres | | Base Type | Fixed | | Best Sellers Rank | 23,022 in DIY & Tools ( See Top 100 in DIY & Tools ) 9 in Power Routers | | Brand | KATSU Tools | | Customer Reviews | 4.5 out of 5 stars 3,888 Reviews | | Horsepower | 0.95 Horsepower | | Item Dimensions W x H | 14.5W x 25H centimetres | | Item Weight | 2600 Grams | | Item weight | 2600 Grams | | Manufacturer | KATSU Tools | | Material | Metal | | Model Number | 519204488557 | | Number of Items | 1 | | Part Number | 519204488557 | | Power source | Corded Electric | | Product dimensions | 14.5W x 25H centimetres | | UPC | 519204488557 | | Voltage | 220 Volts | ## Product Details - **Brand:** KATSU Tools - **Material:** Metal, Plastic - **Power source:** Corded Electric - **Product dimensions:** 14.5W x 25H centimetres - **Voltage:** 220 Volts ## Images ![Compact Electric Palm Router 710W, Variable Speed Wood Trimmer | with 1/4” & 3/8” Collets for Wood, MDF and Laminate, 220–240V, Model 101748 - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/512MStiT9SL.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: What plunge base would you recommend for this?** A: This Merry/Katsu trimmer uses allmost all Makita parts so all Makita accessories and parts will fit and are compatible such as the Makita 195563-0 Plunge Router Base for Router Trimmer RT070 **Q: Q1. what guarantee/warranty q2 what is the main difference other than price and collets from merry one sold by aim tools?thanks** A: The manual offers a one-year warranty. "Should any trouble develop during this one year period, return the COMPLETE tool, freight prepaid, to one of Makita's Factory or Authorized Service Centers..." The question is would Makita honour this warranty, I'm not convinced that the router manufacturer didn't just copy Makita's manual. Maybe check with AimsTools.I very highly recommend this router. I have three of them, use them daily for edging and hinge routing. Very happy with them, will be getting 2, possibly 3 more. Merry tools sells the same router, same branding ("Katsu"). You can also find this router branded "HugFlight". There is a cheaper version that looks similar, it has a clear plastic base, no variable speed and a 600w motor. I didn't like the looks of that base, so I went with the Katsu.All 3 of mine came with 1/4" and 3/8" collets. The 3/8" collet DOES NOT hold 8mm bits. I bought a 8mm collet to fit a Makita 3620 and that works fine for 8mm. **Q: It is stated-Most of spare parts are compatible with famous brands. Which guide bushes or collets will fit from other brands?** A: Collets: mine came with 1/4in and 3/8in collets: Makita RT0700C collets are compatible: 1/4in (Makita part no. 763637-1), 8mm (Makita part no. 763618-5) and 3/8in (Makita part no. 763619-3). Makita also make a 6mm collet but I don't think that they are available in the UK - at least I cannot find a part number listedGuide bushes: the alloy base (fixed base trimmer) has a recess which will take the Makita 10mm steel guide bush (Makita part no. 343577-5) - the plastic sub-base must be removed to install this then replaced. The plastic sub-base (fixed bazse trimmer) has an opening which accommodates "standard" Porter-Cable type guide bushes available from various places - Amazon UK sell the Silverline Imperial sized guide bushes, Axminster Power Tool sell the UJK metric sized guide bushes in the UK **Q: Should this come with a template guide? Page 6 of the manual implies it should, but mine didn’t. This would be very handy. Thanks.** A: Templates are bespoke or roller bearing trimmer cutter.after all its only a hand trimmer..good luck and remember they still can do damage. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good value tool for guitar making *by T***N on 23 June 2026* A good, well- functioning little router handy for detail jobs. I got this specifically to cut the binding channels on an acoustic guitar, for which it worked perfectly (combined with the tilting base accessory and a good quality rabbeting bit with interchangeable bearings that cost nearly as much as the router- don't skimp on that!)) I can't comment on the durability as yet as I've only used it for that, but I was impressed with the adjustability and the quality feel of the machine. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great palm-router *by R***H on 2 May 2023* Bought this to fit a new b-fold door to our en-suite. I have a plunge-router but got this for ease of use, and it's been brilliant. I opted for the round base so I could rotate the router as I worked, to get better visability of the cut; this wouldn't be possible with a square base. This is only my preference, though. It's not too loud when in operation. I actually forgot to put on my ear-defenders for a couple of cuts, and didn't really notice, to be honest; it's noisy, obviously as it's a power took, but not uncomfortably so. I set the router speed to '3'. which seemed fine, as I was cutting a relatively softwood door. The depth adjustment wheel on the supplied collar worked well, although the scaled rule printed on the side was not entirely useful (I used vernier depth gauge to check the bit depth, but a steel rule would work just as well). The quick-release depth locking-mechanism did the job, and it was a doddle to remove the collar. I used the offset edge tool, when recessing the hinges, and it worked well. Changing the bit was easy, too. Far less hassle than than changing the bit on my plunge-router. I had to make a freehand cut to fit a flush-handle, and it was surprisingly easy. The router is not too heavy to move (although I would recommend using two hands for added control) , and it didn't try to jump ahead as it was moved about. NOTE If making a deep cut : TAKE YOUR TIME! I had to cut out a 12mm recess, and (through lack of experience) went straight to that depth. The router obviously struggled, as too much wood was being taken off in one go. Once I dialed it back and did several runs, each time increasing the depth by 2-3mm, it was far easier. Overall, I am extremely impressed with this great, little router, and for forty quid, it's a real bargain. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ For the price you can't really go wrong, right?! *by P***R on 17 January 2025* Picked up two of these routers based on reviews, videos etc that spoke highly of them. Now of course there was negative and neutral reviews so I went into the purchase not expecting an amazing high end tool but something half decent and better still, two for just over €100 delivered. The Makita router it's based on (and obviously a far superior machine) was for sale locally at €165! The routers were delivered before the delivery date....super! They are nice heavy machines, there is a feeling of a level of quality with them......just don't look too closely, they are, litteraly, a bit rough around the edges. The plastic and metal castings could do with a bit of tidying up but in reality this won't affect the performance surely?! I bought two as I need them for specific tasks in a production so they'll be assigned a cutter and used for that task alone. They work fine, speed is good, lock mech on the base is solid etc although I have noticed with one of them the bit does seem to be slipping outward ever so slightly in the collet (they are supplied with 1/4" collects fitted) using Trend 1/4" bits. I'll have to take a closer look at this one, and see if this can be remedied. Overall, yeah perfectly fine for the price, these will not get hard or heavy use, I have other routers for that so I'm happy with what I got for the monies I paid 😎👌 ## Frequently Bought Together - KATSU Electric Wood Hand Trimmer Laminator 1/4" 3/8" 220V - ToolTronix 1800W Bench Mounted Electric Router Table Aluminium Surface 460mm x 335mm, NVR No Volt Release Switch, Three Feather Boards, Extension Tables - HSEAMALL 12 PCS Router Bits 1/4 shank for Palm Router Tool 6.35mm Tungsten Carbide Tipped Router Bit Set Wood Milling Saw Cutter --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/47947362-compact-electric-palm-router-710w-variable-speed-wood-trimmer-1](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/47947362-compact-electric-palm-router-710w-variable-speed-wood-trimmer-1) --- *Product available on Desertcart South Africa* *Store origin: ZA* *Last updated: 2026-08-23*