Bosch GTS1031 vs. Ridgid R4512

We’ll take a look at these two table saws: the Bosch GTS1031 and the Ridgid R4512. If you want more details, check out our full reviews of the Bosch GTS1031 and of the Ridgid R4512.

NOTE: The Bosch has been discontinued. You might consider looking at alternatives. Some alternatives to the Bosch GTS1031 include the Bosch 4100XC-10, DeWalt DWE7491RS, and Metabo HPT C10RJS.

Features & Benefits

You can read more in our complete guide to buying a table saw.

Related: Table Saw Buying Guide: What to Look For

Power & Motor

Both saws are corded and run on 120 V. The GTS1031 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 GTS1031 has a motor that spins at 5000 rpm and the R4512 has a motor that spins at 3450 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 products take 10” diameter blades and have a 5/8” arbor. Ten inches is the most common size for table saw blades, so you should be able to find a huge variety of blades for any purpose. Most 8-to-10” blades have a 5/8” arbor hole, so this size arbor maximizes blade compatibility.

The Bosch accepts dado blades up to 5/8” thick. The Ridgid takes dado blades up to 13/16” thick.

Size & Capacity

The Bosch has 18” of rip capacity on the right side of the blade and has 8 1/2” of rip capacity on the left of the blade. The Ridgid has 30” of rip capacity on the right side and has 15” of rip capacity on the left. Generally speaking, more rip capacity is better, but it often also means a larger, 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 1/4” deep at a 45° angle. The GTS1031 can bevel its blade up to 47° and can cut up to 3 1/8” at a 90° angle. The R4512 can bevel up to 45° and can cut up to 3 1/4” deep at a 90° angle.

The table on the Bosch is 22 1/2” wide and 20” 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 GTS1031:

For the Ridgid:

Comparison Chart

Below is a full side-by-side look at these products’ specs. If you want more details, check out our full reviews of the Bosch GTS1031 and of the Ridgid R4512. You can view comparisons of the Bosch GTS1031 with other products

	Bosch GTS1031	Ridgid R4512
Brand	Bosch	Ridgid
Power Type	corded	corded
Power - Voltage	120 V	120 V
Power - Amps	15 A	13 A
Power - HP	4 hp
Table Dimensions	22 1/2” W × 20” D	40” W × 27” D
Miter Slot Dimensions	3/4” W × 3/8” D	3/4” W × 3/8” D
No-load RPM	5000 rpm	3450 rpm
Rip Capacity (Right)	18”	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 1/4”	2 1/4”
Maximum Dado Width	5/8”	13/16”
Arbor Size	5/8”	5/8”
Dust Port Diameter		4”
Weight	52 lbs	267 lbs
Drive Mechanism		belt-drive
Warranty		3 year
Pros	Powerful motor can tackle thick and dense wood One-handed carrying handle for portability Easy-to-install safety features	Accessory slots for installing auxiliary wings Cast iron top for precise cutting Retractable wheels for easy moving around shop
Cons	Very loud for this class of saw Small table and rip capacity limit size of goods to be cut Mediocre miter gauge	May require alignment out of the box to ensure blade is straight
Included Accessories	10” 24-tooth carbide blade Blade guard system Miter gauge Allen key/wrench Rip fence
Other Notes	Discontinued
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