Bosch 4100-10 vs. Ridgid R4520

Let’s take a look at these two table saws: the Bosch 4100-10 and the Ridgid R4520. To get more details, read our full review of the Bosch 4100-10.

NOTE: The Bosch has been discontinued. You might look at alternatives. Some alternatives to the Bosch 4100-10 are the Bosch 4100XC-10, DeWalt DWE7491RS, and Metabo HPT C10RJS.

Features & Benefits

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Power & Motor

Both products are corded and run on 120 V. The 4100-10 draws 15 amps. The R4520 draws 13 amps. Standard U.S. residential circuits are 120 V, 15 A, which will support either of the saws.

The 4100-10 motor spins at 3650 rpm and the R4520 motor spins at 3450 rpm. Don’t get too caught up in these numbers, since the manufacturers measure them under ideal conditions, and they don’t have a direct impact on the saw’s real-world ability to handle different material.

Blade Compatibility

Both table saws take 10” diameter blades and have a 5/8” arbor. 10” is a very common diameter for table saw blades, which means it should be no problem to find a huge variety of blades. Most 8-to-10” blades have a 5/8” arbor hole, so this size arbor won’t limit your options.

Both products accept dado blades up to 13/16” thick. The Ridgid takes dado blades up to 6” in diameter.

Size & Capacity

The Bosch has 25” of rip capacity to the right of the blade and has 8 1/2” of rip capacity to the left side. The Ridgid has 30” of rip capacity to the right and has 15” of rip capacity to the left side of the blade. All else being equal, more rip capacity is better, but it typically also means a larger, heavier saw. Think about what types of rip cuts you’ll be making and choose the right size saw for you.

The 4100-10 can bevel the blade up to 47°, is able to cut up to 3 1/8” at a 90° angle, and will cut up to 2 1/2” deep at 45°. The R4520 can bevel its blade up to 4°, can cut up to 3 1/4” at an angle of 90°, and is able to cut up to 2 1/4” deep at a 45° angle.

The table on the Bosch has a width of 29” and a depth of 21 1/2”. The table on the Ridgid has a width of 40” and a depth of 27”.

Pros & Cons

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

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Comparison Chart

Here is a full side-by-side comparison of these products’ specs. If you want more details, go to our full review of the Bosch 4100-10. You can view comparisons of the Bosch 4100-10 with other products

	Bosch 4100-10	Ridgid R4520
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°	4°
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
Warranty		lifetime; if registered within 90 days of purchase
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	Cast iron table for maximum precision Usually available at a very good price Stable and nearly vibration-free
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	Occasional reports of defective trunnions causing alignment problems
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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