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Evolution Power Tools RAGE5-S vs Festool DF 500 RQ-Set
The Evolution Power Tools RAGE5-S is a 255mm portable multi-purpose table saw. The Festool DF 500 RQ-Set is a domino jointing machine for loose-tenon joinery.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Evolution Power Tools RAGE5-S | Festool DF 500 RQ-Set | |
|---|---|---|
| No-load speed | 2500 rpm | 25,500 rpm |
| Weight | 28.5 kg | 3.60 kg (without accessories) |
| Motor | 1500 W, 240V | - |
| Blade diameter | 255 mm | - |
| Max depth of cut at 90 degrees | 83 mm | - |
| Max mild steel plate | 6 mm | - |
| Power consumption | - | 420 W |
| Domino cutter diameters | - | 4, 5, 6, 8, 10 mm |
| Max routing depth | - | 28 mm |
Sources: Evolution Power Tools RAGE5-S, Festool DF 500 RQ-Set. 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 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 Evolution Power Tools RAGE5-S and the Festool DF 500 RQ-Set?
The Evolution Power Tools RAGE5-S is a 255mm portable multi-purpose table saw; the Festool DF 500 RQ-Set is a dOMINO jointing machine for loose-tenon joinery.
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