# Bosch RA1181 Benchtop Router Table, 27 x 18 in. Aluminum Top

The Bosch RA1181 benchtop router table pairs a large aluminum work surface with a tall adjustable fence and a 2-1/2-inch dust port. Its features suit workshop routing, but buyers should confirm router compatibility and note that template guides are not accepted.

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- Market: CA
- Language: en-CA
- Currency: CAD
- Brand: Bosch
- Model: RA1181
- Price: 249.00 CAD
- Previous price: 309.00 CAD
- Discount: 19%
- Price checked: 2026-11-13T12:35:22.129Z
- Rating: 4.4 / 5
- Reviews: 4966

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## At a glance

- Large aluminum top provides an extended surface for routing work.
- Pre-drilled aluminum router mounting plate supports a range of routers and above-table height adjustment.
- Tall fence has adjustable faceplates and featherboards for guidance, including when working with taller stock.
- Dust port fits standard 2-1/2-inch vacuum hoses.
- Accessory slot accepts featherboards and optional 3/4-inch accessories such as a miter gauge.

## Pros

- Above-table height adjustment can make router access and setup more convenient.
- Fence and table featherboards provide workpiece guidance.
- Cord-wrap storage is designed for the 6-foot power cord.

## Cons

- The RA1181 does not accept template guides.

## Specifications

### Identity
- Brand: Bosch
- Model: RA1181
### Power and battery
- Power configuration: Corded Electric
### Dimensions and installation
- Dimensions listed: 68.6W x 36.8H centimetres
- Weight listed: 13.61 kg
### Materials and protection
- Material listed: Blend

## Before you buy

- The listing describes a large aluminum top and aluminum mounting plate, while its material field says “Blend.” It also presents “Dual Outlets” but does not give a clear outlet count, and router compatibility varies by model and base type. Confirm the specific router fit before buying. The stated dimensions give width and height only.

## In the box

- Benchtop router table (Included)
- Mounting hardware, fence components, featherboards, two outfeed shims, aluminum router mounting plate, starter pin and guard (Check selected pack): Mentioned in the product description, but not listed in the explicit included-components field. Check the selected listing.

## A good fit for

- Woodworkers wanting a benchtop router table with a broad work surface and adjustable fence.
- Users who want above-table router height adjustment and a port for a standard 2-1/2-inch vacuum hose.
- Shops routing taller stock or curved workpieces with the listed fence and starter pin and guard.

## Less suited to

- Buyers who need a table that accepts template guides.
- Anyone needing confirmed compatibility without checking their router model and base type.

## Customer feedback

Customer feedback is positive about construction, value, ergonomics and functionality, while experiences vary on ease of use, router compatibility, material quality and adjustability. The adjustable fence and broad surface are relevant to these uses, but the feedback does not establish fit for any particular router or resolve the listing's material-field inconsistency.
- Positive themes: Customers praise solid construction and value.
- Positive themes: Ergonomics and overall functionality receive positive feedback.
- Mixed feedback: Customers report varied experiences with ease of use, compatibility, material quality and adjustability.

## Frequently asked questions

### Does the Bosch RA1181 accept template guides?
No. The supplied product description states that the RA1181 does not accept template guides.
### What vacuum hose fits the dust port?
The listed port fits standard 2-1/2-inch vacuum hoses. A separate adapter is mentioned for 35 mm hoses, but it is not identified as included.
### Will my router fit the RA1181?
The mounting plate is described as pre-drilled for a variety of routers, but fit depends on the specific router and, for some models, its base. Check the compatibility details for your exact setup.
### What is included?
The explicit included-components field lists one benchtop router table. The product description also claims mounting hardware, fence components, featherboards, shims, a router mounting plate, and a starter pin and guard, so confirm the selected listing's package details.

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