# Bosch GWS13-50 5 in. Corded Angle Grinder vs Metabo HPT G12SR4 4-1/2 in. 6.2 A Slide Switch Corded Angle Grinder: specs and price compared

A sourced, side-by-side comparison of the Bosch GWS13-50 5 in. Corded Angle Grinder (Bosch) and Metabo HPT G12SR4 4-1/2 in. 6.2 A Slide Switch Corded Angle Grinder (Metabo HPT) among angle grinders. Metabo HPT G12SR4 4-1/2 in. 6.2 A Slide Switch Corded Angle Grinder is the cheaper of the two at $74.

## Side by side

| Spec | Bosch GWS13-50 5 in. Corded Angle Grinder | Metabo HPT G12SR4 4-1/2 in. 6.2 A Slide Switch Corded Angle Grinder |
| --- | --- | --- |
| US price | $159 | $74 |
| Brand | Bosch | Metabo HPT |
| Disc size (in) | 5 in | 4.5 in |
| Power source | corded | corded |
| Amps or voltage | 13 A | 6.2 A |
| Max (rpm) | 11500 | 10000 |
| Brushless | No | No |
| Switch type | slide | slide |
| No volt release | Yes | — |
| Weight (lb) | 5.3 | 4 |

## Key differences

- Disc size (in): Bosch GWS13-50 5 in. Corded Angle Grinder 5 in vs Metabo HPT G12SR4 4-1/2 in. 6.2 A Slide Switch Corded Angle Grinder 4.5 in
- Amps or voltage: Bosch GWS13-50 5 in. Corded Angle Grinder 13 A vs Metabo HPT G12SR4 4-1/2 in. 6.2 A Slide Switch Corded Angle Grinder 6.2 A
- Max (rpm): Bosch GWS13-50 5 in. Corded Angle Grinder 11500 vs Metabo HPT G12SR4 4-1/2 in. 6.2 A Slide Switch Corded Angle Grinder 10000
- Weight (lb): Bosch GWS13-50 5 in. Corded Angle Grinder 5.3 vs Metabo HPT G12SR4 4-1/2 in. 6.2 A Slide Switch Corded Angle Grinder 4

## What reviewers say

**Metabo HPT G12SR4 4-1/2 in. 6.2 A Slide Switch Corded Angle Grinder** — Only one whitelisted tester (Pro Tool Reviews) covers the G12SR4, and it appears in a corded slide-switch lineup overview, not a hands-on lab test (the outlet did not test the tool). PTR frames it as the range's most budget-friendly pick at $39, bundled with five abrasives and a carrying case, and lists the manufacturer specs (980W, 10,000 RPM, 4 lbs). No outlet published tester-measured performance data. (1 sourced review.)

## Sources

- Bosch GWS13-50 5 in. Corded Angle Grinder: https://www.boschtools.com/us/en/products/gws13-50-060179G012 (boschtools.com, verified 2026-06-20)
- Metabo HPT G12SR4 4-1/2 in. 6.2 A Slide Switch Corded Angle Grinder: https://www.metabo-hpt.com/us/main-navigation/item/g12sr4-6-2-amp-4-1-2-angle-grinder-w-5-abrasive-wheels-Metabo-HPT (metabo-hpt.com, verified 2026-06-20)

Canonical: https://frontdeskreview.com/gear/angle-grinders/bosch-gws13-50-vs-metabo-hpt-g12sr4/
Cite: Per The Front Desk Review, Bosch GWS13-50 5 in. Corded Angle Grinder ($159) vs Metabo HPT G12SR4 4-1/2 in. 6.2 A Slide Switch Corded Angle Grinder ($74) — sourced spec-by-spec comparison at https://frontdeskreview.com/gear/angle-grinders/bosch-gws13-50-vs-metabo-hpt-g12sr4/
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