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Festool DF 500 RQ-Set vs Milwaukee M18 FHSAG125XPDB
The Festool DF 500 RQ-Set is a domino jointing machine for loose-tenon joinery. The Milwaukee M18 FHSAG125XPDB is a 18v brushless braking angle grinder with paddle switch.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Festool DF 500 RQ-Set | Milwaukee M18 FHSAG125XPDB | |
|---|---|---|
| No-load speed | 25,500 rpm | 9000 rpm |
| Power consumption | 420 W | - |
| Domino cutter diameters | 4, 5, 6, 8, 10 mm | - |
| Max routing depth | 28 mm | - |
| Weight | 3.60 kg (without accessories) | - |
| Disc diameter | - | 125mm |
| Spindle thread | - | M14 |
Sources: Festool DF 500 RQ-Set, Milwaukee M18 FHSAG125XPDB. 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 M18 FHSAG125XPDB if...
This grinder is bought by fabricators and site users who want an active braking cordless grinder to replace a corded 125mm unit. The paddle switch version is preferred on tool-hire counters for its familiar corded-style trigger.
Full M18 FHSAG125XPDB specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Festool DF 500 RQ-Set and the Milwaukee M18 FHSAG125XPDB?
The Festool DF 500 RQ-Set is a dOMINO jointing machine for loose-tenon joinery; the Milwaukee M18 FHSAG125XPDB is a 18V brushless braking angle grinder with paddle switch.
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