DeWalt DCS7485 vs. DeWalt DW745

Let’s compare these two DeWalt table saws: the DeWalt DCS7485 and the DeWalt DW745. To get more detailed information, read our full reviews of the DeWalt DCS7485 and of the DeWalt DW745.

NOTE: The DW745 has been discontinued. You may want to consider alternatives. Some alternatives to the DeWalt DW745 include the Metabo HPT C10RJS, DeWalt DWE7491RS, and SawStop JSS-120A60.

Features & Benefits

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Power & Motor

The DW745 is corded, requires 120 V, and draws 15 amps. Standard U.S. residential circuits are 120 V, 15 A, which will support the.

The DCS7485 is cordless and runs on 60 V batteries.

The DCS7485 has a motor that spins at 5800 rpm and the DW745 has a motor that spins at 3850 rpm. You shouldn’t get too caught up in the RPM numbers, since the manufacturers test them under ideal conditions, so they don’t have a meaningful correlation with the saw’s real-world capability to handle various types of material.

Blade Compatibility

Both table saws have a 5/8” arbor. The DCS7485 accepts 8 1/4” diameter blades. The DW745 takes 10” diameter saw blades. 10” is the most common diameter of table saw blade, so you’ll be able to find a large assortment of blades to suit your needs. Most 8-to-10” blades have a 5/8” arbor hole, so this size of arbor provides a lot of choices.

Neither table saw accepts dado blades. If you’re a woodworker, this could be a significant shortcoming. If you might want to use dado blades, you might want to look at a different model.

Size & Capacity

Both products have 12” of rip capacity on the left side of the blade. The DCS7485 has 24” of rip capacity on the right. The DW745 has 20” of rip capacity on the right side of the blade. In general, 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 DCS7485 will cut up to 2 1/2” at 90° and can cut up to 1 3/4” deep at an angle of 45°. The DW745 can bevel the blade up to 45°, is able to cut up to 3 1/8” at a 90° angle, and will cut up to 2 1/4” deep at 45°.

The table on the DCS7485 is 22 3/4” wide and 22 3/4” deep. The table on the DW745 is 22” wide and 22” deep.

Pros & Cons

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

For the DCS7485:

For the DW745:

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 DeWalt DCS7485 and of the DeWalt DW745. You can view comparisons of the DeWalt DCS7485 with other products

	DeWalt DCS7485	DeWalt DW745
Brand	DeWalt	DeWalt
Power Type	cordless	corded
Power - Voltage	60 V	120 V
Power - Amps	n/a	15 A
Table Dimensions	22 3/4” W × 22 3/4” D	22” W × 22” D
Miter Slot Dimensions	3/4” W × 3/8” D	3/4” W × 3/8” D
Miter Slot Shape	T-slot
No-load RPM	5800 rpm	3850 rpm
Rip Capacity (Right)	24”	20”
Rip Capacity (Left)	12”	12”
Blade Diameter	8 1/4”	10”
Maximum Bevel		45°
Depth of Cut (at 90°)	2 1/2”	3 1/8”
Depth of Cut (at 45°)	1 3/4”	2 1/4”
Maximum Dado Width
Arbor Size	5/8”	5/8”
Dust Port Diameter		2 1/2”
Weight	48 lbs	45 lbs
Warranty	3 years
Pros	Long battery life for most common jobs Compact and portable	Very compact Fence ruler is precise once calibrated Precise and easy-to-adjust rip fence
Cons	No option to attach AC adapter instead of battery	Mediocre miter gauge Blade height adjustment mechanism may be prone to binding Loud motor Can’t accept dado blade
Included Accessories		10” 24-tooth carbide blade Miter gauge Push stick Blade guard Rip fence
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