DeWalt DWE7485 vs. DeWalt DWE7491RS

Let’s take a look at these two DeWalt table saws: the DeWalt DWE7485 and the DeWalt DWE7491RS. If you want more details, check out our full reviews of the DeWalt DWE7485 and of the DeWalt DWE7491RS.

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 saws.

The DWE7485 motor spins at 5800 rpm and the DWE7491RS motor spins at 4800 rpm. Don’t get too caught up in these numbers, since the manufacturers measure them under ideal conditions, and they don’t have a direct impact on the saw’s real-world ability to handle different material.

Blade Compatibility

Both table saws have a 5/8” arbor. The DWE7485 accepts 8 1/4” diameter blades. The DWE7491RS takes 10” diameter blades. 10” is the most common diameter 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 accepts dado blades up to 13/16” thick. The DWE7485 doesn’t accept dado blades. For woodworkers, this might be a significant deficiency. If you anticipate wanting to use dado blades, you might want to look at a different model.

Size & Capacity

The DWE7485 has 24 1/2” of rip capacity to the right of the blade and has 12” of rip capacity to the left side of the blade. The DWE7491RS has 32 1/2” of rip capacity to the right and has 22” of rip capacity to the left side. As a rule, more rip capacity is better, but it typically also means a larger, heavier saw. Think about what types of rip cuts you’ll be making and choose the right size saw for you.

Both products can bevel the blade up to 45°. The DWE7485 can cut up to 2 9/16” at a 90° angle and can cut up to 1 3/4” deep at a 45° angle. The DWE7491RS can cut up to 3 1/8” at a 90° angle and can cut up to 2 1/4” deep at a 45° angle.

The table on the DWE7485 has a width of 22 3/4” and a depth of 22 3/4”. The table on the DWE7491RS has a width of 26 3/8” and a depth of 21 7/8”.

Pros & Cons

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

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Comparison Chart

Below is a full side-by-side comparison of these products’ specs. If you want more details, check out our full reviews of the DeWalt DWE7485 and of the DeWalt DWE7491RS. You can view comparisons of the DeWalt DWE7485 with other products

	DeWalt DWE7485	DeWalt DWE7491RS
Brand	DeWalt	DeWalt
Power Type	corded	corded
Power - Voltage	120 V	120 V
Power - Amps	15 A	15 A
Table Dimensions	22 3/4” W × 22 3/4” D	26 3/8” W × 21 7/8” 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	4800 rpm
Rip Capacity (Right)	24 1/2”	32 1/2”
Rip Capacity (Left)	12”	22”
Blade Diameter	8 1/4”	10”
Maximum Bevel	45°	45°
Depth of Cut (at 90°)	2 9/16”	3 1/8”
Depth of Cut (at 45°)	1 3/4”	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”
Dimensions	13” H
Weight	46 lbs	90 lbs (including stand)
Warranty		3 years
Pros	Rack-and-pinion fence is easy to operate Light and easy to move	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	Does not support dado blades Included blade is construction-quality, needs upgrading for woodworking	Imprecise miter gauge (might be rectified by now) Secondary dust collection port can spew sawdust if not hooked up
Included Accessories	Saw blade Rip fence Miter gauge Modular guard system Adjustment wrenches	10” 24-tooth blade Rolling stand Miter gauge Push stick Adjustment wrenches Blade guard Rip fence
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