Head to head
Festool CTL 26 EI vs Honda Power Equipment EU22i
The Festool CTL 26 EI is a mobile dust extractor for connected power tool extraction. The Honda Power Equipment EU22i is a petrol inverter generator for portable and sensitive-load power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Festool CTL 26 EI | Honda Power Equipment EU22i | |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 13.90 kg | 21.1 kg |
| Power consumption | 350-1200 W | - |
| Max airflow | 3900 l/min | - |
| Max vacuum | 24,000 Pa | - |
| Container/filter bag capacity | 26 / 24 litres | - |
| Rated output | - | 1800 W |
| Max output | - | 2200 W |
| Fuel tank | - | 3.6 litres |
| Running time | - | 3 hours 50 minutes (rated load) |
| Noise | - | 71 dB(A) at 7m (full load) |
Sources: Festool CTL 26 EI, Honda Power Equipment EU22i. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
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 →Buy or hire the EU22i if...
The EU22i is Honda's compact inverter generator, used by tradespeople, campers and event hirers who need clean, quiet power for sensitive electronics rather than raw output. It is one of the most recognised small inverter generators on UK hire fleets.
Full EU22i specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Festool CTL 26 EI and the Honda Power Equipment EU22i?
The Festool CTL 26 EI is a mobile dust extractor for connected power tool extraction; the Honda Power Equipment EU22i is a petrol inverter generator for portable and sensitive-load power.
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