Bosch 4100XC-10 vs. Ryobi RTS12

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

Features & Benefits

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Power & Motor

Both saws are corded, run on 120 V, and draw 15 amps. In the U.S., standard residential circuits are 120 V, 15 A, which will support either of the products.

The 4100XC-10 motor spins at 3650 rpm and the RTS12 motor spins at 5000 rpm. Don’t get too caught up in these numbers, since the manufacturers measure them under ideal conditions, so they don’t have a direct impact on the saw’s real-world capability to handle different material.

Blade Compatibility

Both table saws take 10” diameter blades and have a 5/8” arbor. 10” is the most common diameter for table saw blades, so you’ll be able to find a wide variety of blades for any purpose. Most 8-to-10” blades have a 5/8” arbor hole, so this size arbor won’t limit your 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 has 30” of rip capacity to the right side of the blade. The Ryobi has 12” of rip capacity to the right and has 8” of rip capacity to the left side. 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 4100XC-10 can bevel up to 47°, will cut up to 3 1/8” at a 90° angle, and is able to cut up to 2 1/4” deep at an angle of 45°. The RTS12 can bevel its blade up to 45°, can cut up to 3” at 90°, and will cut up to 2 1/2” deep at a 45° angle.

The table on the Bosch has a width of 30” and a depth of 22 1/2”. The table on the Ryobi has a width of 27.36” and a depth of 30 1/2”.

Pros & Cons

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

For the Bosch:

For the Ryobi:

Comparison Chart

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

	Bosch 4100XC-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	30” W × 22 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)	30”	12”
Rip Capacity (Left)		8”
Blade Diameter	10”	10”
Maximum Bevel	47°	45°
Depth of Cut (at 90°)	3 1/8”	3”
Depth of Cut (at 45°)	2 1/4”	2 1/2”
Maximum Dado Width	13/16” (with optional insert)	1/2” (with optional throat insert)
Arbor Size	5/8”	5/8”
Dimensions		14” (without stand) H
Weight	94 lbs (w/ wheeled stand)	51 lbs
Warranty	1 year
Pros	Smooth, quiet operation Comes with auxiliary fence for making narrow cuts Huge power button is easy to find in an emergency Restart protection in case of power loss	Powerful motor compared to similarly-priced saws Can accept dado blades with optional throat insert
Cons	Heavier than its competitors Tends to collect dust inside the cabinet	Stand is not very sturdy, so use caution when operating Only one miter slot limits flexibility and use of jigs and sleds
Included Accessories	Wheeled stand Smart Guard system Outfeed support Miter gauge Rip fence Auxiliary fence for narrow workpieces Push stick Adjustment wrenches
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