Bosch GTS1031 vs. Ridgid R4520

Let’s take a look at these two table saws: the Bosch GTS1031 and the Ridgid R4520. To get more details, check out our full review of the Bosch GTS1031.

NOTE: The Bosch has been discontinued. You might look at similar products. Some similar products to the Bosch GTS1031 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 GTS1031 draws 15 amps. The R4520 draws 13 amps. Standard U.S. residential circuits are 120 V, 15 A, which will support either of the table saws.

The GTS1031 motor spins at 5000 rpm and the R4520 motor spins at 3450 rpm. But 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 saws accept 10” diameter blades and have a 5/8” arbor. 10” is a very popular diameter for table saw blades, meaning it shouldn’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 arbor gives you a lot of options.

The Bosch takes dado blades up to 5/8” thick. The Ridgid accepts dado blades up to 13/16” thick and 6” in diameter.

Size & Capacity

The Bosch has 18” 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 of the blade and has 15” of rip capacity to the left side. In general, a larger rip capacity is better, but it typically also means a larger and heavier saw. Think about what types of rip cuts you’ll be making and choose the right size saw for you.

Both products are able to cut up to 2 1/4” deep at an angle of 45°. The GTS1031 can bevel the blade up to 47° and can cut up to 3 1/8” at 90°. The R4520 can bevel up to 4° and will cut up to 3 1/4” deep at a 90° angle.

The table on the Bosch has a width of 22 1/2” and a depth of 20”. 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’s a full side-by-side comparison of these products’ specs. If you want more details, read our full review of the Bosch GTS1031. You can view comparisons of the Bosch GTS1031 with other products

	Bosch GTS1031	Ridgid R4520
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°	4°
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
Warranty		lifetime; if registered within 90 days of purchase
Pros	Powerful motor can tackle thick and dense wood One-handed carrying handle for portability Easy-to-install safety features	Cast iron table for maximum precision Usually available at a very good price Stable and nearly vibration-free
Cons	Very loud for this class of saw Small table and rip capacity limit size of goods to be cut Mediocre miter gauge	Occasional reports of defective trunnions causing alignment problems
Included Accessories	10” 24-tooth carbide blade Blade guard system Miter gauge Allen key/wrench Rip fence
Other Notes	Discontinued
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