Bosch GTS1031 vs. Ryobi RTS12

Let’s compare these two table saws: the Bosch GTS1031 and the Ryobi RTS12. To get more detailed information, read our full reviews of the Bosch GTS1031 and of the Ryobi RTS12.

NOTE: The GTS1031 has been discontinued. You may want to look into alternatives. Some alternatives to the Bosch GTS1031 include the Bosch 4100XC-10, DeWalt DWE7491RS, and Metabo HPT C10RJS.

Features & Benefits

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Power & Motor

Both products are corded, require 120 V, and draw 15 amps. Standard U.S. residential circuits are 120 V, 15 A, which will support either of the table saws.

Both saws have motors that spin at 5000 rpm. 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 accept 10” diameter blades and have a 5/8” arbor. Ten inches is a very common size for table saw blades, which means 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 won’t limit your options.

The Bosch takes dado blades up to 5/8” thick. The Ryobi accepts dado blades up to 1/2” thick.

Size & Capacity

The Bosch can rip up to 18” 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, a larger 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.

The GTS1031 can bevel the blade up to 47°, will cut up to 3 1/8” deep at 90°, and can cut up to 2 1/4” at an angle of 45°. The RTS12 can bevel up to 45°, is able to cut up to 3” deep at a 90° angle, and will cut up to 2 1/2” at 45°.

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

For the Ryobi:

Comparison Chart

Below is a full side-by-side look at these products’ specs. If you want more details, go to our full reviews of the Bosch GTS1031 and of the Ryobi RTS12. You can view comparisons of the Bosch GTS1031 with other products

	Bosch GTS1031	Ryobi RTS12
Brand	Bosch	Ryobi
Power Type	corded	corded
Power - Voltage	120 V	120 V
Power - Amps	15 A	15 A
Power - HP	4 hp	3 hp
Table Dimensions	22 1/2” W × 20” D	27.36” W × 30 1/2” D
Miter Slot Dimensions	3/4” W × 3/8” D
No-load RPM	5000 rpm	5000 rpm
Rip Capacity (Right)	18”	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 1/4”	2 1/2”
Maximum Dado Width	5/8”	1/2” (with optional throat insert)
Arbor Size	5/8”	5/8”
Dimensions		14” (without stand) H
Weight	52 lbs	51 lbs
Pros	Powerful motor can tackle thick and dense wood One-handed carrying handle for portability Easy-to-install safety features	Powerful motor compared to similarly-priced saws Can accept dado blades with optional throat insert
Cons	Very loud for this class of saw Small table and rip capacity limit size of goods to be cut Mediocre miter gauge	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 carbide blade Blade guard system Miter gauge Allen key/wrench Rip fence
Other Notes	Discontinued
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