Ridgid
Ridgid R4331
$399
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Ridgid R4331 vs Craftsman CMEW320
A sourced, side-by-side comparison. Ridgid R4331 is cheaper at $399. Every spec and price links to its source.
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Craftsman
Craftsman CMEW320
$399
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| Spec | Ridgid R4331 | Craftsman CMEW320 |
|---|---|---|
| US price | $399 | $399 |
| Brand | Ridgid | Craftsman |
| Released | — | — |
| Max width inches | 13 | 12.5 |
| Max thickness inches | — | 6 |
| Max depth of cut inches | — | — |
| Cutterhead type | straight-knife | straight-knife |
| Cutterhead speed (rpm) | 9000 | 8000 |
| Feed rate fpm | 23.5 | — |
| Feed speeds | — | — |
| Motor amps | 15 | 15 |
| Dust port diameter inches | — | 2.5 |
| Weight pounds | 72.88 | 64 |
Sources — Ridgid R4331: powertools.ridgid.com (verified 2026-07-13). Craftsman CMEW320: craftsman.com (verified 2026-07-13).
What's the difference between the Ridgid R4331 and Craftsman CMEW320?
Where the two actually differ on the specs we track (3 of 10). Matching specs are omitted.
- Max width inches: Ridgid R4331 13 vs Craftsman CMEW320 12.5
- Cutterhead speed (rpm): Ridgid R4331 9000 vs Craftsman CMEW320 8000
- Weight pounds: Ridgid R4331 72.88 vs Craftsman CMEW320 64