DeWalt DWE7480 vs. Metabo HPT C10RJS

Considering a new table saw? Compare the benefits of the DeWalt DWE7480 and Metabo HPT C10RJS in order to make an informed purchase!

We’ll take a look at these two table saws: the DeWalt DWE7480 and the Metabo HPT C10RJS. To get more details, check out our full reviews of the DeWalt DWE7480 and of the Metabo HPT C10RJS.

NOTE: The DeWalt has been discontinued. You might consider looking into similar products.

Features & Benefits

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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 table saws.

The DWE7480 has a motor that spins at 4800 rpm and the C10RJS has a motor that spins at 4500 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 saws accept 10” diameter blades and have a 5/8” arbor. Ten inches is a very popular size for table saw blades, meaning it should be no problem to find a huge variety of blades for any purpose. Most 8-to-10” blades have a 5/8” arbor hole, so this size of arbor gives you a variety of options.

The Metabo HPT takes dado blades up to 13/16” thick. The DWE7480 can’t handle dado blades. If you’re a woodworker, this might be a major shortcoming. If you anticipate wanting to use dado blades, consider loooking at a different model.

Size & Capacity

The DeWalt can rip up to 24 1/2” of wood on the right side of the blade and has 12” of rip capacity on the left. The Metabo HPT has 35” of rip capacity on the right side of the blade and has 22” of rip capacity on the left. All else being equal, a larger 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 up to 45°, will cut up to 3 1/8” deep at a 90° angle, and are able to cut up to 2 1/4” at an angle of 45°.

The table on the DeWalt is 23 1/2” wide and 23 3/4” deep. The table on the Metabo HPT is 28 3/4” wide and 22” deep.

Pros & Cons

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

For the DWE7480:

Pros

Compact size and light weight
Respectable 24 1/2” rip capacity
Precise rack-and-pinion fence

Cons

Small table
Mediocre miter gauge
No included stand
Can’t accept dado sets

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, read our full reviews of the DeWalt DWE7480 and of the Metabo HPT C10RJS. You can view comparisons of the DeWalt DWE7480 with other products

and comparisons of the Metabo HPT C10RJS with other products

	DeWalt DWE7480	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	23 1/2” W × 23 3/4” 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	4800 rpm	4500 rpm
Rip Capacity (Right)	24 1/2”	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 1/4”
Weight	45 lbs (without optional stand)	96 lbs (including stand)
Pros	Compact size and light weight Respectable 24 1/2” rip capacity Precise rack-and-pinion 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	Small table Mediocre miter gauge No included stand Can’t accept dado sets	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 blade Site-Pro modular guard system Miter gauge 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
Other Notes	Discontinued
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