Head to head
Bosch Professional GWS 18V-10 vs Festool DF 500 RQ-Set
The Bosch Professional GWS 18V-10 is a 18v cordless 125mm angle grinder. The Festool DF 500 RQ-Set is a domino jointing machine for loose-tenon joinery.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Bosch Professional GWS 18V-10 | Festool DF 500 RQ-Set | |
|---|---|---|
| No-load speed | 9000 rpm | 25,500 rpm |
| Weight | 2.1 kg (excl. battery) | 3.60 kg (without accessories) |
| Disc diameter | 125mm | - |
| Spindle thread | M14 | - |
| Power consumption | - | 420 W |
| Domino cutter diameters | - | 4, 5, 6, 8, 10 mm |
| Max routing depth | - | 28 mm |
Sources: Bosch Professional GWS 18V-10, Festool DF 500 RQ-Set. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the GWS 18V-10 if...
The GWS 18V-10 is Bosch's mainstream cordless replacement for a corded 125mm grinder, used for cutting, grinding and deburring on site. It is one of the most widely stocked cordless grinders in the Professional range and is often the reference comparison for rival 125mm cordless grinders.
Full GWS 18V-10 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 Bosch Professional GWS 18V-10 and the Festool DF 500 RQ-Set?
The Bosch Professional GWS 18V-10 is a 18V cordless 125mm angle grinder; the Festool DF 500 RQ-Set is a dOMINO jointing machine for loose-tenon joinery.
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