All of the DeWalt table saws look similar and it seems that the price is the only thing that is different...
Doesn't it?
There are a few key differences between the different table saws and you only notice what these are if you go through each one, individually.
I did just that and found that they are quite different but not really that different as far as "features" are concerned.
They have other differences like ripping capacity, table size, price and a couple of other elements that make them stand out from one another.
Let's take a look at what some of these differences are, how they stack up and which DeWalt table saw you think is best...
* Pricing legend located at bottom of table
IMAGE | MODEL | FEATURES | PRICE | USER FEEDBACK |
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 | DWE7499GD | * 15 amps * 10" blade * 45° tilt (max.) * 4,800 RPM * 90 lbs. * Table: 26.25" x 22" * left rip max. 24" * right rip max. 32-1/2" * dado 3/4" max. * 3-1/8" @ 90° * 2-1/4" @ 45° * rolling stand | $$$$$ | (24+ Ratings)   4.7/5 |
 | DWE7480 | * 15 amps * 10" blade * 45° tilt (max.) * 4,800 RPM * 48 lbs. * Table: 19" x 22" * left rip max. 12" * right rip max. 24" * dado blade (N/A) * 3-1/8" @ 90° * 2-1/2" @ 45° * metal base | $$ | (650+ Ratings) 4.5/5 |
 | DWE7490X | * 15 amps * 10" blade * 45° tilt (max.) * 4,800 RPM * 58 lbs. * Table: 22" x 26.25" * left rip max. 16-1/2" * right rip max. 28-1/2" * dado 13/16" max. * 3-1/8" @ 90° * 2-1/4" @ 45° | $$$ | (225+ Ratings) 4.5/5 |
 | DWE7491RS | * 15 amps * 10" blade * 45° tilt (max.) * 4,800 RPM * 90 lbs. * Table: 26.25" x 22" * left rip max. 22" * right rip max. 32-1/2" * dado 13/16" max. * 3-1/8" @ 90° * 2-1/4" @ 45° | $$$$ | (880+ Ratings) 4.5/5 |
 | DW745 | * 15 amps * 10" blade * 45° tilt (max.) * 3,850 RPM * 45 lbs. * Table: 22" x 16" * left rip max. 12" * right rip max. 20" * dado blade (N/A) * 3-1/8" @ 90° * 2-1/4" @ 45° | $ | (1,500+ Ratings) 4.7/5 |
 | DCS7485B | * cordless (60V) * 8-1/4" blade * 45° tilt (max.) * 5,800 RPM * 45 lbs. * Table: 19" x 19" * left rip max. 12" * right rip max. 24" * dado blade (N/A) * 2-1/2" @ 90° * 1-3/4" @ 45° | $$ | (13+ Ratings) 4.7/5 |
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1. The DeWalt DWE7499GD - The Biggest and Most Feature-Rich Model... (Best Available)
The DeWalt DWE7499GD is one of the top models in the lineup and has one of the largest tables and ripping capacity available out of all of the other table saws.
This is also one of the most expensive saws by quite a large margin, costing around $800 in price but is well worth it if you want a larger table saw with all of the portability features that come with a jobsite saw.
This model has DeWalt's guard detects system which is basically a bypass switch that needs to be turned on if the guard as he removed before you can start the saw. So it is basically a built-in safety feature, which some people may like and others may not like.
The base of the table saw makes it really portable and is another key feature that makes the DWE7499GD stand out above some of the other competitors.
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What Stood Out Above Other Models
The key element that really stood out in the DWE7499GD above all of the other models in the lineup was the fact that it had the largest ripping capacity.
You are able to rip boards up to 32 1/2 inches on the right side of the blade and an equally impressive 24 inches on the left side of the blade.
It also has the capacity to accept a dado blade up to three quarters of an inch wide. You will need to buy the appropriate throat plate if you do want to use a dado blade though.
What I Noticed That I Didn't Like...
The major thing that I noticed and I'm sure most other people will notice as well is the fact that this table saw was around $800, probably more expensive than most people are willing to pay for table saw.
The other aspect that I noticed was that even after the saw is broken down, is quite large and takes up a good amount of space. I realize that this is a double edged blade, so to speak but it is a major downfall for somebody that will be considering the overall footprint for storage and transporting purposes.
Other than those two things, this was one of the top models and is probably one of the best available Dewalt table saws out there.
Some Special Features On The DWE7499GD:
The DWE7499GD comes with a rolling stand that makes this a very portable unit but also allows the saw to have a larger table.
The Guard Detect system is also a special feature integrated into the DWE7499GD that is a safety feature that will not allow you to power on the saw if the blade guard is not intact. You can use the saw without the blade guard, using the riving knife instead but you have to flip over the bypass switch in order to do so.
When the fence is fully extended to the right of the blade, there is a two position material support that comes in handy for supporting material when you are making those wider rip cuts and also is useful for the more narrow rips.
2. The DeWalt DWE7480 - An Upgraded, Affordable, More Compact Table Saw
The DeWalt DWE7480 is a more portable type of table saw and I would probably group it in the category of being a jobsite type of model.
This does not come with a stand but you can purchase one, either in a kit or separately if you really want one. I would recommend looking at some of the aftermarket stands, which range in price from $70 all the way up to about $150.
Nothing super special about the DWE7480, just a basic table saw that has all of the basic features you would expect. This had roughly about 650 reviews at the time which is phenomenal and the fact that I had an overall rating of about 4.5 out of the total five means that it performs well and does a decent job.
The DWE7480 was around $370 at the time, no matter where you purchased it and is really a pretty decent deal. It was comparable in price to the DW745 but has a little bit more ripping capacity to it and runs at about 1000 RPMs higher.
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What Stood Out Above Other Models
The main reason why the DWE7480 stood out above the other models was price. It was roughly about $370 at the time and is definitely priced for an entry-level type of table saw.
The DW745 was around $300 but the DWE7480 had an added ripping capacity of about 4 inches to the right side of the blade. The table was also slightly larger than the DW745 and it also operated at around 4800 RPMs whereas the DW745 was around 3,850.
This tablesaw was one of the cheapest models in the lineup but had a few more features than the DW745, making it a little bit of an upgrade for about $70 more.
What I Noticed That I Didn't Like...
There wasn't a whole lot that really stood out on the DWE7480 that I didn't like but one thing I did notice is the fact that it will not accept a dado blade.
A dado blade will probably be used more by woodworkers but still having the dado blade capacity would have made the tool much better and much more versatile.
The table itself was on the smaller end, compared to some of the other table saws in the lineup measuring roughly 22" x 19".
Any Special Features For The DWE7480?
The DWE7480 did have the two position material support, like most of the other Dewalt table saws and comes in handy when making those larger rips to the right of the blade and for thinner rips, closer to the blade.
Other than that, there was really nothing that stood out above the other tools in the lineup.
3. The DeWalt DWE7490X - The Best Mid Range DeWalt Table Saw
The Dewalt DWE7490X is one of the more expensive models, getting closer to the $500 range in price and comes with a stand, which is shown in the picture on the right.
The stand is a pretty basic one (scissor type) and is decent for the purpose it serves but there are a couple of aftermarket stands that Dewalt makes that are much better and make transferring the saw from place to place much easier.
The increase in price also leads to a more substantial ripping capacity over the DW745 and the DW745. The weight was decent, primarily due to the stand it comes with, at about 58 lbs.
The DWE7490X is also compatible with a dado blade up to 13/16" in width but a separate throat plate will have to be purchased. Overall, not a bad deal for what you get. This is a great mid range tool that balances cost and functionality and is considered to be the "middle of the road" compared to the other saws in the list.
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What Stood Out Above Other Models
One of the cool features that stood out is the power switch, which uses a button to turn it on and a "slap switch" that you can tap with your knee or hand, making it much easier to turn off.
The price wasn't "great" but it did create a good balance between overall specs of the saw and value, generally speaking. The rip capacity alone is quite impressive and worth the extra money.
The table size was also a huge bonus, having the larger table dimensions offered by DeWalt and shared with the two higher end table saws (DWE7499GD and the DWE7491RS).
What I Noticed That I Didn't Like...
I didn't like the stand at all, in fact I have used this stand myself and I thought it was too tall for the spread on the legs, making it a little top heavy (my opinion).
I only saw the DWE7490X that comes with the stand, in a kit for around $500. I would have liked to of had the option to buy the tool alone and purchase a much better stand for an additional $80, instead of the one provided.
Kits, Extras, Special Features, Etc.
The power switch on the DWE7490X was really one of the top features that really stood out. It makes turning the saw on much easier and safer and the off switch is much more convenient and WAY safer.
I would have to say another special feature is the size of the table, plenty of working space (22" x 26.25").
4. The DeWalt DWE7491RS - The Best Table Saw For The Money
The Dewalt DWE7491RS is the second best model, only surpassed by the DWE7499GD but is much less in price, by $250!
The specs are almost identical as well, the DWE7491RS has a little less rip capacity to the left side of the blade (22" vs 24") but not a huge deal and not worth $250!
The weight is a little much at 90lbs but the stand folds down and you are able to wheel it in, so a big bonus. The table is one of the larger styles with dimensions of 26.25" x 22" and has a massive ripping capacity of about 32-1/2" (right side of blade).
Overall, this is one of the best saws out there and for the price is probably the best DeWalt tables saw for the money!
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What Stood Out Above Other Models
The price is what really stood out for me in regards to the DWE7491RS. It was roughly $550 at the time and had the 2nd best ripping capacity out of all of the saws.
The other thing that really stood out was the stand and the only other saw that has it was the DWE7499GD. The stand can be bought seperately for about $160 but it came with it, so if you bought the stand, then the saw would be around the $400 range, a great deal!
What I Noticed That I Didn't Like...
Since it comes with a premium stand, the table saw itself plus the weight of the stand means that it weighs in at nearly 100 lbs., which isn't too bad but some people may struggle with such a heavy tool.
The DWE7491RS is quite large and may not be as "compact" as some people would like. This is one of the larger DeWalt models so it serves it's purpose well but does not fit into the compact category like some of the other models.
Kits, Extras, Special Features, Etc.
The special feature that is worth mentioning first is the price. I have stated it twice already but to get the 2nd best model (by a slim margin) for around $550 is quite the deal.
The stand is also one of those features that stands out and makes life a whole lot easier. It makes it much more portable and provides a very impressive work stand that is super strong and will not move.
The last thing worth mentioning is the quick release mechanism that will release the riving knife and/or the blade guard, making it a smooth, quick and painless process.
5. The DeWalt DW745 - The Best Priced And Highest Rated DeWalt Table Saw...
The DW745 is the best rated and most popular table saw in DeWalt's lineup and has more than 1,500 reviews online!
On top of being a top rated model, it is also the most affordable model, coming in at around $300.
This is nearly half the price of some of the other models we looked at and has identical features.
The overall ripping capacity is much less than the top 3 models but is still decent, having a 12" (left) and 20" (right) ripping capacity and iut weighs approximately 45 lbs., which is matched only to the cordless model (DCS7485B).
This is a great entry-level table saw that can take on most things you throw at it and is reasonably priced.
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What Stood Out Above Other Models
The main thing that stood out was the price and to get a decent table saw for around $300 is by far, the DW745's main advantage.
The other thing that really stood out was the number of positive reviews online that I found for the DW745. It was the best rated model and even had an overall rating of 4.5 out of a total 5 possible! That is pretty rare with a large number of reviews like that.
This was also one of the lightest models, only to be met by the DCS7485B, which is a cordless model. Having a corded table saw match the weight of a cordless one is pretty significant.
What I Noticed That I Didn't Like...
I didn't like that the DW745 didn't come with a stand but for the price, I could get a top notch stand with it and still spend less than $500.
The maximum rip capacity for this saw is at about 20" and I would have lieked to have seen it at 24" to accomodate standard 4' x 8' plywood or OSB. At 24", I would be able to cut a sheet of plywood down the center.
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Kits, Extras, Special Features, Etc.
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6. The DeWalt DCS7485B - A Cordless Model May Spark Your Interest!
The DeWalt DCS7485B was the only cordless model that DeWalt makes and is handy to have on hand for a number of reasons.
The DCS7485B uses Dewalt's Flexvolt 60V battery which gives the tool much more (very needed) power and can uses a 6.)Ah or 9.0Ah battery, for added run times.
This is a portable model (obviously) so the table is the smallest out of all of the models, coming with a 19" x 19" table. Instead of a 10" blade, it uses an 8-1/4" one which will drop it's maximum cut depth down a bit (2-1/2" @ 90° and 1-3/4" @ 45°).
The DCS7485B will not accept a dado blade and has a decent rip capacity for a cordless model, having a 12" max. capacity to the left of the blade and a 24" max. capacity on the right side of the blade.
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What Stood Out Above Other Models
The obvious feature that stood out was the fact that it was a cordless model and the only model that DeWalt currently makes.
The 24" rip capacity was a huge surprise, for a portable model and makes a lot of sense. The 24" rip capacity will allow you to rip a piece of plywood or OSB in half, so a very useful rip width for most applications.
The DCS7485B was one of the lightest models available, weighing around 45 lbs. The only other model that was the same weight was the DW745, which has a smaller ripping capacity (20" maximum).
What I Noticed That I Didn't Like...
I know that the DCS7485B is a corless, portable table saw but I am curious as to why it uses an 8-1/4" blade instead of a 10" blade.
The other part of that equation (blade size used) is that it would be much harder to find an 8-1/4" blade over a 10" one. The 10" blades are widely available and easy to find just about anywhere.
The other side of a cordless tool is the fact that you have to have a battery (or two) charged and ready if you are using it frequently. If no power is available on-site, then you would have to have a couple of batteries charged and ready to go.
The DCS7485B Also Comes In A Kit...
The DCS7485B I have listed is only for the saw itself and does not include a battery or charger. I just wanted to do this to compare specs with some of the other models.
The DCS7485B is available in a kit that comes with the saw, a charger, and a battery. This will jack the price up to about $000000, which is a difference of about $000000 over the bare tool alone but worth the investment for some people.
DeWalt has a few different tools that use their Flexvolt batteries, so it would be an investment but worthwhile if you plan on getting more DeWalt Tools.
Differences Between The Different DeWalt Table Saws:
Since the features were quite similar between the various saws, I noticed that the true differences were in 4 other "main" areas instead and these were:
Table Size: The table sizes were one thing that differered between the different DeWalt table saws and this made sense because the larger table saws had a much larger table size and the smaller ones had a smaller one (obviously).
Stands: The two DeWalt table saws (DWE7499GD & DWE7491RS) had a built-in stand that you can roll around, making it really convenient and easy to set up. These were also the two largest models, so they really needed a dedicated stand system to be effective (in my opinion).
The portable (jobsite style) table saws (DWE7480 & DW745) were smaller and more compact and were really made to just sit on top of a work surface (ground, sawhorse platform, etc.) making them the most portable models out there and geared towards people who want portability as one of their main determining factors.
A standard scissor stand was included with the DWE7490X and is pretty basic in design but aren't nearly as steady as the built-in models. These can be bought seperately though, making it an option for those of you out there that want a stand to go with your table saw.
Price: The price was a bigger seperator than anything else and the price ranged from about $300, all the way up to $800. The majority of the models in the list were closer to the $300 - $500 range though.
Rip Capacity: The rip capacity was directly affected by price (in general) and the more money the table saw was, the larger the rip capacity, on either side of the blade. This makes sense and the table size of the saw was also dependent upon price, which correlated with rip capacity as well.
DeWalt's Rack And Pinion Slide System:
One of the biggest reasons that people like DeWalt's table saws is because of their rack and pinion adjustment system which makes it easy to move the fence.
You can release the mechanism (using the bar) and move the entire fence with your hand (for quicker adjustments) or use the knob for finer adjustments.
The markings for the rip saw that are integrated into the table are very accurate as well (as described by most users) and can also be adjusted via screws if it ever needs to be.
Built-In Stands, Scissor Stands, & No Stand:
Another big determining factor for the different DeWalt table saws were the stands that were included or not included. There were three options when it came to table saw stands and these were:
- Built-In Stands: Two of the DeWalt table saws had built in stands that really made the whole unit very portable and allowed for a larger table saw overall. These made the price shoot up by $200 or more but were by far, the best stands available throughout the DeWalt lineup.
- A Standard Stand: The standard "scissor type" stand was nothing new and is a pretty typical stand. It is a basic stand that can also be bought seperately for around $80, on it's own.
- No Stand: The models that came with no stand at all were more of a "jobsite" type of table saw and didn't need a stand. They used a tubular metal frame at the bottom of the saw with plastic inserts that allowed the tool to be placed on the ground or a work surface (sawhorse table) of some sort.
Aftermarket Stands Are Available, If You're Interested...
There were a couple of different table saw stands that were available if you wanted to add one to one of the models above that didn't come with one.
I found two different styles, both of which are rolling type of stands and worth checking out, especially if having a stand for your table saw is a deal-breaker for you. I found these two online and were roughly about $150 in price, at the time.
Let's Look At Pricing A Little Closer...
The pricing can be summed up by looking at an "overall" picture of the pricing dtructure for the 6 different DeWalt Table saws. It is broken down something like:
- Portable Models: These were between the $300 and $400 price range, had basic features (that all models shared) and had no stands that came with them.
- Mid-Grade Model: The mid- range table saw (DWE7490X) was priced between $400 - $500 in price and had a slightly larger table surface than the portable models and came with a scissor stand. Nearly identical features were found with this saw though.
- Higher-End Models: The higher-end table saws ranged in price but were somewher between $ 500 - $800. These had a built-in "stand system", the largest table dimensions and the largest ripping capacities (both to the left and right side of the blade). The features were similar to the lower priced models though, so you are not paying for features, from what I've noticed.
The general consensus I noticed is that you are paying for table size, rip capacity and whether or not the saw has a stand (built-in system or solitary stand), not features.
Most of the DeWalt table saws had very similar features and nothing really stood out as far as RPMs, blade size, motor output or dust collection.
Where Can I Get One Of These (Availability)?
There were tons of places online that these table saws were available but I wanted to see if they were in stock and if not what the availability was including things like searching nearby stores, how long they would take to ship to a local store (if applicable), if they ship directly to my residence, etc. Here's what I found out...
Amazon: Amazon had everyone of these Dewalt table saws in stock and the majority of them were actually prime items, so if you are an Amazon prime member then you would get these in a matter of days.
Amazon had the best availability for these Dewalt saws compared to the other places I looked at.
Home Depot: A lot of the Dewalt table saws were not in stock at any of my local stores and I checked nearby stores as well and got the same answer. There were two models that were available at the time but these were the two lower end models in the lineup.
If you are planning on buying one of these table saws at Home Depot, make sure that they have it in stock and if they don't have them in stock first check to see if any surrounding stores have in stock and if not then you can order one to either be shipped to a store or to your house, whenever makes more sense for you.
Lowes: Lowes only had three of the six Dewalt table saws available, which was pretty disappointing. Out of those three, only one was available at my local store, another one could be shipped to the store or to my house and the third table saw was not available to be shipped to the store or to my house.
If you are really set on purchasing one of these Dewalt table saws from Lowes then make sure they have the model in stock and it can be shipped to either a store or your house.
CPO: CPO had almost all of the table saws in stock, but not quite all of them. They did have some reconditioned models as well which were a little bit less money than a brand-new one and is worth checking out if you are in the market for a reconditioned unit instead of a brand-new unit.
They usually ship the next business day (weekends not included) but I couldn't find any sort of information on how long it would actually take to arrive.
