Head to head
Festool DF 500 RQ-Set vs Honda Power Equipment EU22i
The Festool DF 500 RQ-Set is a domino jointing machine for loose-tenon joinery. 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 DF 500 RQ-Set | Honda Power Equipment EU22i | |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 3.60 kg (without accessories) | 21.1 kg |
| Power consumption | 420 W | - |
| No-load speed | 25,500 rpm | - |
| Domino cutter diameters | 4, 5, 6, 8, 10 mm | - |
| Max routing depth | 28 mm | - |
| 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 DF 500 RQ-Set, Honda Power Equipment EU22i. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
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 →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 DF 500 RQ-Set and the Honda Power Equipment EU22i?
The Festool DF 500 RQ-Set is a dOMINO jointing machine for loose-tenon joinery; the Honda Power Equipment EU22i is a petrol inverter generator for portable and sensitive-load power.
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