Head to head
Festool DF 500 RQ-Set vs Stihl TS 410
The Festool DF 500 RQ-Set is a domino jointing machine for loose-tenon joinery. The Stihl TS 410 is a petrol cut-off saw (disc cutter).
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Festool DF 500 RQ-Set | Stihl TS 410 | |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 3.60 kg (without accessories) | 9.6kg (without fuel or cutting disc) |
| Power consumption | 420 W | - |
| No-load speed | 25,500 rpm | - |
| Domino cutter diameters | 4, 5, 6, 8, 10 mm | - |
| Max routing depth | 28 mm | - |
| Displacement | - | 66.7cm3 |
| Power | - | 3.20kW |
| Cutting wheel | - | 300mm (12in) |
| Vibration | - | 3.9m/s2 |
Sources: Festool DF 500 RQ-Set, Stihl TS 410. 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 TS 410 if...
A petrol-powered disc cutter used to cut concrete, masonry and metal on site where mains power isn't available. A mainstay of plant and tool hire fleets for groundworks and demolition prep.
Listed by
- RF Plant Hire Ltd - Brentwood
- JMP Plant Hire Essex - Ingatestone, Norton Heath
Common questions
What is the difference between the Festool DF 500 RQ-Set and the Stihl TS 410?
The Festool DF 500 RQ-Set is a dOMINO jointing machine for loose-tenon joinery; the Stihl TS 410 is a petrol cut-off saw (disc cutter).
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