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Festool DF 500 RQ-Set vs Husqvarna K 7000
The Festool DF 500 RQ-Set is a domino jointing machine for loose-tenon joinery. The Husqvarna K 7000 is a 5.5 kw electric power cutter with prime technology.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Festool DF 500 RQ-Set | Husqvarna K 7000 | |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 3.60 kg (without accessories) | 9.8 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 | - |
| Output power | - | 5.5 kW |
| Blade diameter | - | 400 mm (max) |
| Cutting depth | - | 155 mm (max) |
Sources: Festool DF 500 RQ-Set, Husqvarna K 7000. 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 K 7000 if...
An electric power cutter for concrete and masonry work indoors and in built-up areas where petrol fumes are a problem. Run from a Husqvarna PP power pack.
Full K 7000 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Festool DF 500 RQ-Set and the Husqvarna K 7000?
The Festool DF 500 RQ-Set is a dOMINO jointing machine for loose-tenon joinery; the Husqvarna K 7000 is a 5.5 kW electric power cutter with PRIME technology.
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