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Evolution Power Tools RAGE5-S vs Festool CTL 26 EI
The Evolution Power Tools RAGE5-S is a 255mm portable multi-purpose table saw. The Festool CTL 26 EI is a mobile dust extractor for connected power tool extraction.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Evolution Power Tools RAGE5-S | Festool CTL 26 EI | |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 28.5 kg | 13.90 kg |
| Motor | 1500 W, 240V | - |
| Blade diameter | 255 mm | - |
| No-load speed | 2500 rpm | - |
| Max depth of cut at 90 degrees | 83 mm | - |
| Max mild steel plate | 6 mm | - |
| Power consumption | - | 350-1200 W |
| Max airflow | - | 3900 l/min |
| Max vacuum | - | 24,000 Pa |
| Container/filter bag capacity | - | 26 / 24 litres |
Sources: Evolution Power Tools RAGE5-S, Festool CTL 26 EI. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the RAGE5-S if...
The RAGE5-S is a jobsite table saw aimed at builders and fabricators who need to rip timber and also cut steel and aluminium on the same benchtop. Its foldable stand and multi-material blade suit smaller sites where a dedicated table saw and a separate metal saw are not practical.
Full RAGE5-S specifications →Buy or hire the CTL 26 EI if...
The CTL 26 is the workhorse dust extractor that Festool track saw and sander owners buy to complete their system, with Bluetooth auto-start when a connected tool is switched on. It is chosen over generic site vacuums for dust class L filtration and integration with Festool's Systainer storage.
Full CTL 26 EI specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Evolution Power Tools RAGE5-S and the Festool CTL 26 EI?
The Evolution Power Tools RAGE5-S is a 255mm portable multi-purpose table saw; the Festool CTL 26 EI is a mobile dust extractor for connected power tool extraction.
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