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Festool DF 500 RQ-Set vs Makita HR5212C
The Festool DF 500 RQ-Set is a domino jointing machine for loose-tenon joinery. The Makita HR5212C is a 1,510 w sds-max rotary hammer with avt anti-vibration system.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Festool DF 500 RQ-Set | Makita HR5212C | |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 3.60 kg (without accessories) | 11,9 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 | - |
| Input power | - | 1510 W |
| Impact energy | - | 19.1 J |
| Max. drilling diameter in concrete | - | 52 mm |
Sources: Festool DF 500 RQ-Set, Makita HR5212C. 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 HR5212C if...
A heavy corded SDS-Max combi hammer for drilling and chipping in concrete and masonry. Used by groundworkers and builders for large anchor holes, core drilling and light breaking on UK sites.
Full HR5212C specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Festool DF 500 RQ-Set and the Makita HR5212C?
The Festool DF 500 RQ-Set is a dOMINO jointing machine for loose-tenon joinery; the Makita HR5212C is a 1,510 W SDS-Max rotary hammer with AVT anti-vibration system.
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