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DeWalt D25911K vs Festool DF 500 RQ-Set

The DeWalt D25911K is a sds-max demolition hammer in the 11 kilo class, 240v mains. The Festool DF 500 RQ-Set is a domino jointing machine for loose-tenon joinery.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

DeWalt D25911K
DeWalt D25911K - image: DEWALT
Festool DF 500 RQ-Set
Festool DF 500 RQ-Set - image: Woodcraft

Specifications side by side

DeWalt D25911KFestool DF 500 RQ-Set
Weight12.3-kg3.60 kg (without accessories)
Impact energy27 Joules-
No load speed1620-bpm-
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: DeWalt D25911K, Festool DF 500 RQ-Set. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.

Buy or hire the D25911K if...

A mains-powered SDS-Max breaker for heavy demolition. Used by groundworkers and building contractors for breaking out slabs, floors and masonry.

Full D25911K 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 DeWalt D25911K and the Festool DF 500 RQ-Set?

The DeWalt D25911K is a sDS-Max demolition hammer in the 11 kilo class, 240V mains; the Festool DF 500 RQ-Set is a dOMINO jointing machine for loose-tenon joinery.

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