I've neither Bob, but isn't the Colt available with alternative bases, including a tilting one, whereas the Trend is just the router, without the other options?
Also, the Trend comes with a plunge base, where the Bosch can use fixed, plunge or tilt bases. The Trend appears to be a one wrench job for changing bits, as it has a spindle lock, but the Bosch seems to have two wrenches to suit spindle and collet, which are different sizes.

There is a review at Trend T4ek Router Review although you will need to ignore the spelling and grammatical errors !

That Woodcraft price is good. Woodcraft are offering it on Amazon for USD130.
The basic Bosch is on Amazon at Amazon.com: Bosch PR20EVSK Colt Palm Grip 5.7 Amp 1-Horsepower… for very little more, if you don't need the other bases. (USD108)

Cheers

Peter

 

Hi Bob

I have both ,the Colt and the T4, they both use the one wrench way.

If you want a real trim router go for the Colt if you want a plunge router go for the T4, they both have the same HP and VS settings...The T4 comes with a dust pickup port and the Colt does not..

You can drop 200.oo+ for the Colt and all the add on items and the T4 for about 100.oo

http://www.amazon.com/Bosch-PR20EVS...Horsepower-Variable/dp/B000EJX202/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&s=hi&qid=1275161025&sr=1-2

http://www.amazon.com/Factory-Recon...Horsepower-Variable/dp/B000ANRZE6/ref=sr_1_6?ie=UTF8&s=hi&qid=1275184572&sr=1-6

http://www.amazon.com/Bosch-PR010-S...se-Threaded-Routers/dp/B000FF8VQ0/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&s=hi&qid=1275161025&sr=1-5

http://www.amazon.com/BOSCH-PR009-S...ase-Template-Router/dp/B000LGM79A/ref=sr_1_8?ie=UTF8&s=hi&qid=1275161025&sr=1-8

http://www.amazon.com/Bosch-RA1125-...e-Router-Template/dp/B000063XTX/ref=sr_1_15?ie=UTF8&s=hi&qid=1275161025&sr=1-15
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Hi Bob

I have both ,the Colt and the T4, they both use the one wrench way.

If you want a real trim router go for the Colt if you want a plunge router go for the T4, they both have the same HP and VS settings...The T4 comes with a dust pickup port and the Colt does not..

You can drop 200.oo+ for the Colt and all the add on items in one kit and the T4 for about 100.oo

Amazon.com: Bosch PR20EVSNK Colt Installers Kit 5.7 Amp 1-Horsepower Fixed Base Variable Speed…

Amazon.com: Bosch PR010 Round Subbase for Threaded Temp Guides for Bosch Colt Palm Routers: Home Improvement

Amazon.com: BOSCH PR009 Round Subbase Template Guide For Colt Palm Router: Home…

Amazon.com: Bosch RA1125 7-Piece Router Template Guide Set: Home Improvement
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Thanks, Peter and Bob.

I was definitely a bit lazy and didn't compare the list of accessories; the Colt version I'd had on my "wishlist" was definitely the multi-base kit, which is not a fair comparison to the Trend.

It's hard to contemplate whether the plunge router base on the Trend would be a big factor for me, as I do have a nice plunge base for my Milwaukee. I have to consider the choices more, good thing I have no real immediate need.

Bob

 

Hi Bob

" I have no real immediate need " in that case get both you will be glad you did but put the Milescraft base on the T4..can't have to many routers.

http://www.routerforums.com/general-routing/15833-look-what-i-found-when-i-got-home.html

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:lol:

 

You can get the basic Colt with a fixed at places like Lowe's for around $119.00. You can use two wrenches if you prefer or use the spindle lock & one wrench if that is easier. I use mine for small profiles. I have nothing but good things to say about this little guy.

 

BJ... Could you post your Visa card number once again? I've misplaced the number and want to go shopping.

 

Hi Jim

hahahahahaha ,, I would but my Apple stock took a big hit so now I must watch my dollars..

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Hi Bob,
My advice go for the Bosch Colt,
It a better engineered then Trends
Regards
James