A good working router, smooth and easy to use. I am used to an old Type 1 Porter Cable Trim Router - sort of the ancestor to this and a great work horse. This model has nicer features and is easier to use. It may be a little lighter which is a plus. It does fit my hand better. It took a minute to realize the upper clamps on the base lock onto the adjusting ring and make it easy to adjust the height. Works very well to adjust the bit height. If you have a bit that needs to be installed with the base on there isn't much room. Pretty tight space but still workable. With the base off bits are easy to install. My only complaint, which is common with trim routers, is the hole in the base does not accomodate larger bits. Perhaps they intend it as a trim router only and not for every 1/4 inch bit you may own. But I modified the base to a larger hole and now all the bits I own in the Yonica 70 piece set can run on the router. OK ... functionality over looks is tops. Mine came with a side fence that attaches easily and works well. Kept the router straight when adding a fluted bead on a 4 x 4 for a table leg. Only had it one day but first impressions are all positive.