DeWalt DW745 vs. Metabo HPT C10RJS

Looking for a new table saw? Compare the features of the DeWalt DW745 and Metabo HPT C10RJS in order to make an informed purchase!

We’ll take a look at these two table saws: the DeWalt DW745 and the Metabo HPT C10RJS. If you want more details, check out our full reviews of the DeWalt DW745 and of the Metabo HPT C10RJS.

NOTE: The DeWalt has been discontinued. You might consider looking at 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.

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 C10RJS has a motor that spins at 4500 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 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. Most 8-to-10” blades have a 5/8” arbor hole, so this size of arbor maximizes blade compatibility.

The Metabo HPT accepts dado blades up to 13/16” thick. The DeWalt 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 DeWalt has 20” of rip capacity on the right of the blade and has 12” of rip capacity on the left side. The Metabo HPT has 35” of rip capacity on the right of the blade and has 22” of rip capacity on the left side. In general, 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 their blades 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 tables on both saws are 22” deep. The table on the DeWalt is 22” wide. The table on the Metabo HPT is 28 3/4” wide.

Pros & Cons

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

For the DW745:

Pros

Very compact
Fence ruler is precise once calibrated
Precise and easy-to-adjust rip fence

Cons

Mediocre miter gauge
Blade height adjustment mechanism may be prone to binding
Loud motor
Can’t accept dado blade

For the Metabo HPT:

Pros

Wide stand gives good stability
Motor is powerful enough to handle thick or dense material
Quality miter gauge
35” rip width is the largest in its class
Extremely flat table
All-terrain tread on tires

Cons

Blade may need aligning out of the box, a process not covered by the manual
Miter gauge does not store tightly in storage, can fall out during transport
Axle can bend if not careful when going over obstacles
Assembly instructions confusing for less experienced users

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 Metabo HPT C10RJS. You can view comparisons of the DeWalt DW745 with other products

and comparisons of the Metabo HPT C10RJS with other products

	DeWalt DW745	Metabo HPT C10RJS

Brand	DeWalt	Metabo HPT
Power Type	corded	corded
Power - Voltage	120 V	120 V
Power - Amps	15 A	15 A
Table Dimensions	22” W × 22” D	28 3/4” W × 22” D
Miter Slot Dimensions	3/4” W × 3/8” D	3/4” W × 3/8” D
No-load RPM	3850 rpm	4500 rpm
Rip Capacity (Right)	20”	35”
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”
Arbor Size	5/8”	5/8”
Dust Port Diameter	2 1/2”
Weight	45 lbs	96 lbs (including stand)
Pros	Very compact Fence ruler is precise once calibrated Precise and easy-to-adjust rip fence	Wide stand gives good stability Motor is powerful enough to handle thick or dense material Quality miter gauge 35” rip width is the largest in its class Extremely flat table All-terrain tread on tires
Cons	Mediocre miter gauge Blade height adjustment mechanism may be prone to binding Loud motor Can’t accept dado blade	Blade may need aligning out of the box, a process not covered by the manual Miter gauge does not store tightly in storage, can fall out during transport Axle can bend if not careful when going over obstacles Assembly instructions confusing for less experienced users
Included Accessories	10” 24-tooth carbide blade Miter gauge Push stick Blade guard Rip fence	Folding rolling stand 10” 40-tooth carbide-tipped blade Telescoping table extension for outfeed support Blade guard assembly Push stick Miter gauge assembly Blade guard Rip fence assembly
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