DeWalt DW745 vs. DeWalt DWE7491RS

We’ll take a look at these two DeWalt table saws: the DeWalt DW745 and the DeWalt DWE7491RS. If you want more details, check out our full reviews of the DeWalt DW745 and of the DeWalt DWE7491RS.

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

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

The DW745 has a motor that spins at 3850 rpm and the DWE7491RS has a motor that spins at 4800 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 table saws accept 10” diameter blades and have a 5/8” arbor. Ten inches is the most common size for table saw blades, so it won’t be a problem to find a huge variety of blades. Most 8-to-10” blades have a 5/8” arbor hole, so this size arbor maximizes blade compatibility.

The DWE7491RS takes dado blades up to 13/16” thick. The DW745 doesn’t accept dado blades. For woodworkers, this could be a significant deficiency. If you anticipate wanting to use dado blades, you might want to look at a different model.

Size & Capacity

The DW745 has 20” of rip capacity on the right side of the blade and has 12” of rip capacity on the left of the blade. The DWE7491RS has 32 1/2” of rip capacity on the right side and has 22” 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 products can bevel the blade up to 45°, can cut up to 3 1/8” deep at a 90° angle, and can cut up to 2 1/4” at a 45° angle.

The table on the DW745 is 22” wide and 22” deep. The table on the DWE7491RS is 26 3/8” wide and 21 7/8” deep.

Pros & Cons

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

For the DW745:

For the DWE7491RS:

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 DeWalt DW745 and of the DeWalt DWE7491RS. You can view comparisons of the DeWalt DW745 with other products

	DeWalt DW745	DeWalt DWE7491RS
Brand	DeWalt	DeWalt
Power Type	corded	corded
Power - Voltage	120 V	120 V
Power - Amps	15 A	15 A
Table Dimensions	22” W × 22” D	26 3/8” W × 21 7/8” D
Miter Slot Dimensions	3/4” W × 3/8” D	3/4” W × 3/8” D
No-load RPM	3850 rpm	4800 rpm
Rip Capacity (Right)	20”	32 1/2”
Rip Capacity (Left)	12”	22”
Blade Diameter	10”	10”
Maximum Bevel	45°	45°
Depth of Cut (at 90°)	3 1/8”	3 1/8”
Depth of Cut (at 45°)	2 1/4”	2 1/4”
Maximum Dado Width		13/16” (requires optional throat plate)
Arbor Size	5/8”	5/8”
Dust Port Diameter	2 1/2”	2 1/2”
Weight	45 lbs	90 lbs (including stand)
Warranty		3 years
Pros	Very compact Fence ruler is precise once calibrated Precise and easy-to-adjust rip fence	32 1/2” rip capacity is very large for the category Stand is stable and easy to operate High-quality rack-and-pinion fence is quite precise Power loss reset prevents turning back on accidentally following power loss
Cons	Mediocre miter gauge Blade height adjustment mechanism may be prone to binding Loud motor Can’t accept dado blade	Imprecise miter gauge (might be rectified by now) Secondary dust collection port can spew sawdust if not hooked up
Included Accessories	10” 24-tooth carbide blade Miter gauge Push stick Blade guard Rip fence	10” 24-tooth blade Rolling stand Miter gauge Push stick Adjustment wrenches Blade guard Rip fence
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