Ridgid R4510

1. PopularMechanics.com

The Ridgid R4510 earns the budget-buy spot in this roundup review that reports on tests of 11 portable table saws. After test cuts on 2X lumber, plywood and oak, editors say the Ridgid "cut with formidable power and grace." The Ridgid's wheeled stand also earns kudos here. The main drawback -- aside from not having an arbor lock or digital fence -- is the way a tab can obstruct the fence.

Review: Portable Table Saws: We Test 11 to Find the Best, Roy Berendsohn, Feb. 2012

2. Taunton's 2011 Tool Guide

The Ridgid R4510 earns the Best Value award in comparison tests of six portable table saws. It's the loudest saw tested, but the controls are judged good, the riving knife/blade guard very good and the miter gauge the best of the lot. Testers also like the controls on the Ridgid and call it a good value, especially considering its mobile stand. Readers of Fine Woodworking and Fine Homebuilding rank the Ridgid third, after the Bosch 4100-09 and the DeWalt DW744X.

Review: Portable Tablesaws, Patrick McCombe, Nov. 2010

3. HomeDepot.com

More than 80 owners review the Ridgid R4510 portable table saw here; nearly all say they'd recommend it to a friend. Some have made cabinets with it, while others are happy that it can cut 4-by-4 lumber in one pass. Owners say it has plenty of accuracy and power, plus good mobility and a small footprint. A couple of owners report motor problems and delays in warranty fulfillment.

Review: Ridgid 10 in. 15-Amp Heavy-Duty Portable Table Saw with Stand, Contributors to HomeDepot.com

4. Amazon.com

More than two dozen owners review the Ridgid R4510 portable table saw here, and most are very happy with it. Owners say the saw has plenty of power, and praise the micro-adjustment fence and easy blade bevel and height adjustments. A few complain of repair delays, but the main design wish is just for a dust bag.

Review: Ridgid R4510 Heavy-Duty Portable Table Saw with Stand, Contributors to Amazon.com

5. Ridgid Power Tools Forum

This comparison of several Ridgid and Bosch portable table saws is based on inspection in a store rather than through testing or usage, but still provides quite helpful information. When set up, the Ridgid saw is 3 inches shorter than the Bosch -- so the better choice depends on user height and comfort. The Ridgid isn't quite as convenient when it comes to blade changes and table release; nor are the blade guard and riving knife as convenient as on the Bosch. The Ridgid has the edge when it comes to cutting depth (cutting a 4-by-4 in one pass) and convenient blade adjustment. Quite a few other readers contribute their experiences with the Ridgid as well.

Review: Ridgid R4510 / 4510 / TS2400LS / 2400 vs Bosch 4100 / 4100-9, Contributors to Ridgid Tool Forum