Bosch 4100-10 vs. Ridgid R4512

We’ll take a look at these two table saws: the Bosch 4100-10 and the Ridgid R4512. To get more details, check out our full reviews of the Bosch 4100-10 and of the Ridgid R4512.

NOTE: The Bosch has been discontinued. You might consider looking into similar products. Some similar products to the Bosch 4100-10 include the Bosch 4100XC-10, DeWalt DWE7491RS, and Metabo HPT C10RJS.

Features & Benefits

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Power & Motor

Both saws are corded and run on 120 V. The 4100-10 draws 15 amps. The R4512 draws 13 amps. Standard U.S. residential circuits are 120 V, 15 A, which will support either of the table saws.

The 4100-10 has a motor that spins at 3650 rpm and the R4512 has a motor that spins at 3450 rpm. You shouldn’t get too caught up in the RPM numbers, since the manufacturers test them under ideal conditions, and they don’t have a meaningful correlation with the saw’s real-world ability to handle various types of material.

Blade Compatibility

Both products accept 10” diameter blades and have a 5/8” arbor. Ten inches is a very popular size for table saw blades, meaning it should be no problem to find a huge variety of blades to suit your needs. Most 8-to-10” blades have a 5/8” arbor hole, so this size arbor gives you a variety of options.

Both saws take dado blades up to 13/16” thick.

Size & Capacity

The Bosch can rip up to 25” of material on the right of the blade and has 8 1/2” of rip capacity on the left side. The Ridgid has 30” of rip capacity on the right and has 15” of rip capacity on the left side of the blade. As a rule, more rip capacity is better, but it often also means a larger (and heavier) saw. Think about how big of rip cuts you’ll be making to help choose the right size saw for you.

The 4100-10 can bevel its blade up to 47°, can cut up to 3 1/8” at 90°, and will cut up to 2 1/2” deep at a 45° angle. The R4512 can bevel the blade up to 45°, is able to cut up to 3 1/4” at an angle of 90°, and can cut up to 2 1/4” deep at 45°.

The table on the Bosch is 29” wide and 21 1/2” deep. The table on the Ridgid is 40” wide and 27” deep.

Pros & Cons

Let’s take a look at some of the pluses and minuses of these products.

For the 4100-10:

For the Ridgid:

Comparison Chart

Here is a full side-by-side look at these products’ specs. For more details, go to our full reviews of the Bosch 4100-10 and of the Ridgid R4512. You can view comparisons of the Bosch 4100-10 with other products

	Bosch 4100-10	Ridgid R4512
Brand	Bosch	Ridgid
Power Type	corded	corded
Power - Voltage	120 V	120 V
Power - Amps	15 A	13 A
Table Dimensions	29” W × 21 1/2” D	40” W × 27” D
Miter Slot Dimensions	3/4” W × 3/8” D	3/4” W × 3/8” D
No-load RPM	3650 rpm	3450 rpm
Rip Capacity (Right)	25”	30”
Rip Capacity (Left)	8 1/2”	15”
Blade Diameter	10”	10”
Maximum Bevel	47°	45°
Depth of Cut (at 90°)	3 1/8”	3 1/4”
Depth of Cut (at 45°)	2 1/2”	2 1/4”
Maximum Dado Width	13/16”	13/16”
Arbor Size	5/8”	5/8”
Dust Port Diameter		4”
Weight	92 lbs (with stand)	267 lbs
Drive Mechanism		belt-drive
Warranty		3 year
Pros	Best-in-class portable stand is easy to move and operate Durable construction of saw, stand, and wheels On-board storage for all accessories including fence and miter gauge Rip capacity is adequate for cutting 4’ wide sheet goods in half	Accessory slots for installing auxiliary wings Cast iron top for precise cutting Retractable wheels for easy moving around shop
Cons	Miter gauge can have sloppy fit Coating on aluminum table might wear off over extended uses Design allows sawdust to accumulate in case and motor if no vacuum attached	May require alignment out of the box to ensure blade is straight
Included Accessories	10” 24-tooth blade Wheeled stand Smart Guard system Adjustment wrenches Rip fence
Other Notes	Replaced by the Bosch 4100XC-10
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