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Festool DF 500 RQ-Set vs Lagler Hummel
The Festool DF 500 RQ-Set is a domino jointing machine for loose-tenon joinery. The Lagler Hummel is a belt sanding machine for wood floors.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Festool DF 500 RQ-Set | Lagler Hummel | |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 3.60 kg (without accessories) | 79kg |
| Power consumption | 420 W | - |
| No-load speed | 25,500 rpm | - |
| Domino cutter diameters | 4, 5, 6, 8, 10 mm | - |
| Max routing depth | 28 mm | - |
| Motor power | - | 2.2kW |
| Sanding drum width | - | 200mm |
| Voltage | - | 230V / 50Hz |
| Belt size | - | 200mm x 750mm |
Sources: Festool DF 500 RQ-Set, Lagler Hummel. 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 Hummel if...
The classic belt sander used to strip and refinish wood floors, in production since 1969 and still the reference machine flooring contractors and DIY renovators reach for. UK hire listings sometimes attribute it to Bona, the abrasives and finish brand, rather than its actual maker Lagler.
Full Hummel specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Festool DF 500 RQ-Set and the Lagler Hummel?
The Festool DF 500 RQ-Set is a dOMINO jointing machine for loose-tenon joinery; the Lagler Hummel is a belt sanding machine for wood floors.
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