Routers

Taggart · 02-02-2009, 07:28 PM

I have a project coming up and I was wondering how much it would cost to rent a router as opposed to buying one?

I have a feeling that there may not be as much difference in the cost of the two different approaches as there was a few years ago.

unique1 · 02-03-2009, 10:39 PM

Well I did some research for you. :P

I found a site that rents their routers at the following costs:
* USD 17 (per day)
* USD 84 (per week)
* USD 132 (per month)

Now depending on how long you want to use it, it can or won't be a better idea to just go out and buy one. Don't forget you can always go to a pawn shop and buy a used one for ~1/2 the price that works just as good as opposed to going to a store and buying a brand new one. Or even ebay would be a good idea. It all depends on your budget.

Taggart · 02-04-2009, 09:06 AM

Thanks unique1! I hadn't thought of a pawn shop, and that's a great idea.

I suspect after I'm finished the project, I may offer the router to my father-in-law.

I think I'll probably be doing the work over a period of time, so buying may be a good option, based on the prices you quoted.

woodpecker · 02-05-2009, 09:35 PM

I would rather purchase a tool if I keep needing it every now and then. However, if I need it only for one project, I would rather borrow it from a friend or relative instead of spending money on renting or purchasing it.

Taggart · 02-13-2009, 04:38 PM

I guess it would probably be worth having a look in pawn shops, too.

If you're familiar with the brands and have a chance to plug it in the wall in the store, you may be able to save a few bucks.

But I bet a lot of people here take great pride in their tools and prefer buying them new....?

Wood Gnome · 02-15-2009, 09:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Taggart

I guess it would probably be worth having a look in pawn shops, too.

If you're familiar with the brands and have a chance to plug it in the wall in the store, you may be able to save a few bucks.

But I bet a lot of people here take great pride in their tools and prefer buying them new....?

I am definitely proud of my tools and always prefer owning my own tools. I also pride myself in the fact that most of my tools are second hand and have been rebuilt by either me or my brother.

WoodChuck · 02-16-2009, 02:29 AM

See if I was to rent something like that I'd just end up paying more then it would cost to bit hte bullet and get one of my own. I tend to return late which is why I have made it a habit never to borrow from friends because I know I will never remember to return it as promised.

heretoday · 02-17-2009, 09:22 PM

There are several tools that I'm content to rent as needed if the need is pretty infrequent, but a router carries a very individual touch to it, don't you think, a very personal vibe between you and the tool that you want to feel comfortable with? Or am I just weird that way?

Kitten · 02-19-2009, 09:23 PM

Wow, I did not even realize that you 'could' rent one. I thought you either bought it or didn't use one at all, lol.

Old Dutchman · 02-22-2009, 08:59 AM

Because each type is a little different, I would buy one and see what all you can do with it. You may find that they are a lot more useful than you thought. Check out all you can do with it, and if your not happy owning it, you can sell it.

bazookazilla · 05-06-2009, 10:23 PM

Please be very cautious (read

aranoid & suspect) when it comes to pawn shops. I have had one pawn shop try to sell me a power tool that did not function at all (they cited ignorance/I refuse to believe) and I have had another pawn shop sell me a belt sander that did come on when plugged in, but was stripped out so badly that when I got it home and put a belt on it, wouldn't turn at all. Sorry pawn shop owners...this has just been MY experience.

LaborOfLove · 05-08-2009, 05:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Old Dutchman

Because each type is a little different, I would buy one and see what all you can do with it. You may find that they are a lot more useful than you thought. Check out all you can do with it, and if your not happy owning it, you can sell it.

The router is bar far one of the most versatile tools in a wood shop. you may only need it for one use now, but i'm sure with a little research you can find a reason to use it for a different purpose. and who doesn't want a reason to a) start a new project and b) buy a new tool.

old logger · 05-10-2009, 09:49 AM

If you are not sure if you are going to use a router much,look around for a trim router.I have seen some for sale on American sites for as low as ten dollars.There is not much that you can not do with them.The only restriction is you should take multiple passes.This is one tool that is very versatile and fun to use.For a small investment it is a start to bigger and better things.

02-02-2009, 07:28 PM	#1 (permalink)
Taggart Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Posts: 154	Routers I have a project coming up and I was wondering how much it would cost to rent a router as opposed to buying one? I have a feeling that there may not be as much difference in the cost of the two different approaches as there was a few years ago.

05-06-2009, 10:23 PM	#11 (permalink)
bazookazilla Junior Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Posts: 1	Please be very cautious (readaranoid & suspect) when it comes to pawn shops. I have had one pawn shop try to sell me a power tool that did not function at all (they cited ignorance/I refuse to believe) and I have had another pawn shop sell me a belt sander that did come on when plugged in, but was stripped out so badly that when I got it home and put a belt on it, wouldn't turn at all. Sorry pawn shop owners...this has just been MY experience.

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02-03-2009, 10:39 PM	#2 (permalink)
unique1 Junior Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Posts: 16	Well I did some research for you. :P I found a site that rents their routers at the following costs: * USD 17 (per day) * USD 84 (per week) * USD 132 (per month) Now depending on how long you want to use it, it can or won't be a better idea to just go out and buy one. Don't forget you can always go to a pawn shop and buy a used one for ~1/2 the price that works just as good as opposed to going to a store and buying a brand new one. Or even ebay would be a good idea. It all depends on your budget.

02-04-2009, 09:06 AM	#3 (permalink)
Taggart Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Posts: 154	Thanks unique1! I hadn't thought of a pawn shop, and that's a great idea. I suspect after I'm finished the project, I may offer the router to my father-in-law. I think I'll probably be doing the work over a period of time, so buying may be a good option, based on the prices you quoted.

02-05-2009, 09:35 PM	#4 (permalink)
woodpecker Junior Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Posts: 30	I would rather purchase a tool if I keep needing it every now and then. However, if I need it only for one project, I would rather borrow it from a friend or relative instead of spending money on renting or purchasing it.

02-13-2009, 04:38 PM	#5 (permalink)
Taggart Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Posts: 154	I guess it would probably be worth having a look in pawn shops, too. If you're familiar with the brands and have a chance to plug it in the wall in the store, you may be able to save a few bucks. But I bet a lot of people here take great pride in their tools and prefer buying them new....?

02-16-2009, 02:29 AM	#7 (permalink)
WoodChuck Junior Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Posts: 25	See if I was to rent something like that I'd just end up paying more then it would cost to bit hte bullet and get one of my own. I tend to return late which is why I have made it a habit never to borrow from friends because I know I will never remember to return it as promised.

02-17-2009, 09:22 PM	#8 (permalink)
heretoday Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Posts: 396	There are several tools that I'm content to rent as needed if the need is pretty infrequent, but a router carries a very individual touch to it, don't you think, a very personal vibe between you and the tool that you want to feel comfortable with? Or am I just weird that way?

02-19-2009, 09:23 PM	#9 (permalink)
Kitten Junior Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Posts: 35	Wow, I did not even realize that you 'could' rent one. I thought you either bought it or didn't use one at all, lol.

02-22-2009, 08:59 AM	#10 (permalink)
Old Dutchman Junior Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: I was born and raised in Holland Michigan Posts: 7	Because each type is a little different, I would buy one and see what all you can do with it. You may find that they are a lot more useful than you thought. Check out all you can do with it, and if your not happy owning it, you can sell it.

05-10-2009, 09:49 AM	#13 (permalink)
old logger Junior Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Posts: 11	If you are not sure if you are going to use a router much,look around for a trim router.I have seen some for sale on American sites for as low as ten dollars.There is not much that you can not do with them.The only restriction is you should take multiple passes.This is one tool that is very versatile and fun to use.For a small investment it is a start to bigger and better things.