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Festool CTL 26 EI vs Milwaukee M18 FPD3
The Festool CTL 26 EI is a mobile dust extractor for connected power tool extraction. The Milwaukee M18 FPD3 is a 18v brushless combi drill for drilling and driving with hammer action.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Festool CTL 26 EI | Milwaukee M18 FPD3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 13.90 kg | 2.2 kg |
| Power consumption | 350-1200 W | - |
| Max airflow | 3900 l/min | - |
| Max vacuum | 24,000 Pa | - |
| Container/filter bag capacity | 26 / 24 litres | - |
| Max torque | - | 158 Nm |
| Chuck | - | 13mm keyless metal |
| No-load speed | - | 0-2100 rpm (2-speed) |
| Percussion rate | - | 33,000 bpm |
| Max drilling capacity | - | 89mm (wood); 16mm (metal/masonry) |
Sources: Festool CTL 26 EI, Milwaukee M18 FPD3. 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 M18 FPD3 if...
The FPD3 is Milwaukee's current flagship 18V combi drill, bought by tradespeople already on the M18 battery platform who want high torque in a compact body. It competes directly with DeWalt's XR and Makita's brushless combi drills at the premium end of cordless drilling.
Full M18 FPD3 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Festool CTL 26 EI and the Milwaukee M18 FPD3?
The Festool CTL 26 EI is a mobile dust extractor for connected power tool extraction; the Milwaukee M18 FPD3 is a 18V brushless combi drill for drilling and driving with hammer action.
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