The 7 Best Router Plates

This wiki has been updated 24 times since it was first published in February of 2019. A sturdy router table plate will provide you with added control and safety during carpentry projects, such as when crafting furniture, boxes, and more. These durable, flat inserts are an important part of a setup that will help keep workpieces flush and ensure an accurate finished product. Here we rank various models based on durability, ease of installation, and price. When users buy our independently chosen editorial selections, we may earn commissions to help fund the Wiki.

This wiki has been updated 24 times since it was first published in February of 2019. A sturdy router table plate will provide you with added control and safety during carpentry projects, such as when crafting furniture, boxes, and more. These durable, flat inserts are an important part of a setup that will help keep workpieces flush and ensure an accurate finished product. Here we rank various models based on durability, ease of installation, and price. When users buy our independently chosen editorial picks, we may earn commissions to help fund the Wiki.

1. JessEm 02310

The sturdy, aluminum JessEm 02310 (appx. $189) comes with a built-in lift and a removable crank handle to raise and lower the carriage smoothly. The shafts have been pressed in using hydraulic pressure for durability, so it can stand up to years of heavy use.

Tough stainless steel hardware
Double-sealed bearings
Manufactured in canada

2. Kreg PRS4038

The Kreg PRS4038 (around $57) is made from a compression-molded phenolic material that provides a flat surface that won’t bend or sag, even under heavy weight. It's equipped with handy, engraved alignment marks, so it’s simple to center and mount on almost any router.

Rings lock in easily
Includes detailed instructions
From an industry leader

3. Woodpeckers Precision

The Woodpeckers Precision (appx. $120) comes predrilled to accommodate various Triton models, and is built with a smooth, flat surface. It’s designed to make your projects easier, thanks to its three twist-lock rings and multiple locations for the starting pin.

Adjustable edge plungers
8 screws for precise leveling
Manufactured in the usa

4. Wuyasta Aluminum

The Wuyasta Aluminum (appx. $19) is constructed with a convenient center hole bushing for aligning your machine properly. It conveniently includes four round inserts with openings that range from 7 to 30 mm for handling different sizes of bit.

Resistant to rust
Useful step-by-step directions
A budget-friendly choice

5. Rousseau 3509

The Rousseau 3509 (around $49) features four corner snuggers that keep it mounted evenly on the table, and that reduce excess play effectively. It also offers a handy shoulder pin that can be placed in any of five spots for easy freehand work.

Radial lines help with centering
Backed by a lifetime warranty
Not completely flat

6. MLCS 9334

A 1/4-inch-thick aluminum model, the MLCS 9334 (around $66) will attach securely in place, thanks to the included leveling screws and magnets. It comes with three rings for template guides, as well as a blank one for cutting your own opening.

Starter pin handles curved pieces
Replacement parts readily available
No pre-drilled holes

7. Big Horn 18101

Made from reinforced, high-pressure plastic, the Big Horn 18101 (about $33) features two inserts that make it compatible with multiple cutter sizes. It has adjusters that ensure it sits securely against the table, eliminating side-to-side movement.

Four magnets for added stability
Allen wrench included for setup
No instruction manual

Last updated by Karen Bennett

Karen Bennett lives in Chicago with her family, and when she’s not writing, she can usually be found practicing yoga or cheering on her kids at soccer games. She holds a master’s degree in journalism and a bachelor’s in English, and her writing has been published in various local newspapers, as well as “The Cheat Sheet,” “Illinois Legal Times,” and “USA Today.” She has also written search engine news page headlines and worked as a product manager for a digital marketing company. Her expertise is in literature, nonfiction, textbooks, home products, kids' games and toys, hardware, teaching accessories, and art materials.

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