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Festool DF 500 RQ-Set vs Karcher Puzzi 10/1

The Festool DF 500 RQ-Set is a domino jointing machine for loose-tenon joinery. The Karcher Puzzi 10/1 is a compact spray extraction machine for carpet and upholstery cleaning.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Festool DF 500 RQ-Set
Festool DF 500 RQ-Set - image: Woodcraft
Puzzi 10/1
Karcher Puzzi 10/1

Specifications side by side

Festool DF 500 RQ-SetKarcher Puzzi 10/1
Weight3.60 kg (without accessories)10.7 kg
Power consumption420 W-
No-load speed25,500 rpm-
Domino cutter diameters4, 5, 6, 8, 10 mm-
Max routing depth28 mm-
Fresh/waste water tank-10 / 9 litres
Fan power rating-1250 W
Pump power rating-40 W

Sources: Festool DF 500 RQ-Set, Karcher Puzzi 10/1. 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 Puzzi 10/1 if...

The Puzzi 10/1 is a compact carpet and upholstery extraction machine bought or hired by cleaning contractors, letting agents and valeters for small to medium jobs. Its low weight and single-phase plug make it practical for vans and stairs where larger extraction units are impractical.

Full Puzzi 10/1 specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Festool DF 500 RQ-Set and the Karcher Puzzi 10/1?

The Festool DF 500 RQ-Set is a dOMINO jointing machine for loose-tenon joinery; the Karcher Puzzi 10/1 is a compact spray extraction machine for carpet and upholstery cleaning.

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