Bosch 4100-10 vs. Ryobi RTS12

We’ll take a look at these two table saws: the Bosch 4100-10 and the Ryobi RTS12. To get more details, check out our full reviews of the Bosch 4100-10 and of the Ryobi RTS12.

NOTE: The Bosch has been discontinued. You might consider looking at 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, run on 120 V, and draw 15 amps. Standard U.S. residential circuits are 120 V, 15 A, which will support either of the products.

The 4100-10 has a motor that spins at 3650 rpm and the RTS12 has a motor that spins at 5000 rpm. But 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 table saws take 10” diameter blades and have a 5/8” arbor. Ten inches is a very popular size for table saw blades, meaning it won’t be a 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 of arbor gives you a variety of options.

The Bosch accepts dado blades up to 13/16” thick. The Ryobi takes dado blades up to 1/2” 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 Ryobi has 12” of rip capacity on the right and has 8” 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.

Both saws can cut up to 2 1/2” at 45°. The 4100-10 can bevel its blade up to 47° and will cut up to 3 1/8” deep at a 90° angle. The RTS12 can bevel up to 45° and is able to cut up to 3” at an angle of 90°.

The table on the Bosch is 29” wide and 21 1/2” deep. The table on the Ryobi is 27.36” wide and 30 1/2” deep.

Pros & Cons

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

For the 4100-10:

For the Ryobi:

Comparison Chart

Below is a full side-by-side look at these products’ specs. If you want more details, read our full reviews of the Bosch 4100-10 and of the Ryobi RTS12. You can view comparisons of the Bosch 4100-10 with other products

	Bosch 4100-10	Ryobi RTS12
Brand	Bosch	Ryobi
Power Type	corded	corded
Power - Voltage	120 V	120 V
Power - Amps	15 A	15 A
Power - HP		3 hp
Table Dimensions	29” W × 21 1/2” D	27.36” W × 30 1/2” D
Miter Slot Dimensions	3/4” W × 3/8” D
No-load RPM	3650 rpm	5000 rpm
Rip Capacity (Right)	25”	12”
Rip Capacity (Left)	8 1/2”	8”
Blade Diameter	10”	10”
Maximum Bevel	47°	45°
Depth of Cut (at 90°)	3 1/8”	3”
Depth of Cut (at 45°)	2 1/2”	2 1/2”
Maximum Dado Width	13/16”	1/2” (with optional throat insert)
Arbor Size	5/8”	5/8”
Dimensions		14” (without stand) H
Weight	92 lbs (with stand)	51 lbs
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	Powerful motor compared to similarly-priced saws Can accept dado blades with optional throat insert
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	Stand is not very sturdy, so use caution when operating Only one miter slot limits flexibility and use of jigs and sleds
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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