Head to head
Belle PCX 20/50 vs Festool DF 500 RQ-Set
The Belle PCX 20/50 is a heavyweight forward plate compactor, 500 mm baseplate. The Festool DF 500 RQ-Set is a domino jointing machine for loose-tenon joinery.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Belle PCX 20/50 | Festool DF 500 RQ-Set | |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 97 kg | 3.60 kg (without accessories) |
| Engine power | 4.9 - 3.6 (Hp) - (kW) | - |
| Centrifugal force | 20 kN | - |
| Travel speed | 25 (m/min) | - |
| Power consumption | - | 420 W |
| No-load speed | - | 25,500 rpm |
| Domino cutter diameters | - | 4, 5, 6, 8, 10 mm |
| Max routing depth | - | 28 mm |
Sources: Belle PCX 20/50, Festool DF 500 RQ-Set. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the PCX 20/50 if...
A heavyweight forward plate for soil, asphalt and paving compaction on new developments and repairs. Used by groundworkers and highways contractors.
Full PCX 20/50 specifications →Buy or hire the DF 500 RQ-Set if...
The DOMINO DF 500 replaced traditional dowelling and biscuit jointing for many furniture makers and joiners, letting them cut precise mortises for loose tenons quickly. It has no direct equivalent from the other brands in this catalogue, which is part of its appeal to Festool users.
Full DF 500 RQ-Set specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Belle PCX 20/50 and the Festool DF 500 RQ-Set?
The Belle PCX 20/50 is a heavyweight forward plate compactor, 500 mm baseplate; the Festool DF 500 RQ-Set is a dOMINO jointing machine for loose-tenon joinery.
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