Bosch Compact Portable Jobsite Table Saw GTS1031

We first got a look at this new compact table saw back at 2010 STAFDA show but didn’t really get a chance to learn much about it. Now that the Bosch GTS1031 ($399, Ohio Power Tool) is in-stock we had a little more time to look it over and check out some of the features on this new table saw.

The purpose of this new unit is to be compact and portable for easy setup on the jobsite but still all the power and precision you would demand from a Bosch table saw. Several features make this unit extremely portable including one hand balanced carry handle, underneath storage for all the accessories all steel base frame, and easy to fold out stand GTA500 ($79, Ohio Power Tool). On the performance side the 4hp, 5000rpm motor is extremely powerful, 18” capacity Squarelock rip fence, ½” Dado & zero clearance insert options.
 
Going Head to Head against the DeWalt DW745 ($322, Amazon), which would have to be the closest competitors product, the Bosch measures up very well. The DeWalt unit is a 2 handed carry which could mean an extra trip during setup and breakdown, slower speed at 3850rpm, the rip capacity is only 16” vs Bosch’s 18”, no on-board accessory storage and cannot accept Dado blades. To the DeWalt’s credit the unit is 7lbs lighter and currently priced $77 less.

Going head to head against the Bosch 4100-09 which has been the jobsite standard and includes the gravity rise stand is another story. While the unit is 13lbs heavier the wheeled stand does make it very portable and priced competitively with the stand. Electronic soft-start, Arbor Lock, 24” rip capacity, 40T blade, larger table and larger dado capacity are all factors that keep the 4100 a serious consideration when looking for a portable table saws.

All in all the Bosch GTS1031 seems like it is definitely a good fit for those looking for a more compact solution in a jobsite table saw. The biggest downsides that we saw were the lack of soft-start and wish the 24T blade had been upgraded. Check out all the Bosch table saw and miter saw options from Ohio Power Tool and if you have any questions don’t hesitate to call the pros at 800-242-4424.
           

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