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Festool TS 55 FEBQ-Plus vs Lagler Hummel
The Festool TS 55 FEBQ-Plus is a plunge-cut track saw for accurate, splinter-free panel and timber cuts. The Lagler Hummel is a belt sanding machine for wood floors.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Festool TS 55 FEBQ-Plus | Lagler Hummel | |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 4.80 kg | 79kg |
| Power input | 1200 W | - |
| Cutting depth at 90 degrees | 0-55 mm | - |
| Blade diameter | 160 mm | - |
| No-load speed | 2000-5800 rpm | - |
| Motor power | - | 2.2kW |
| Sanding drum width | - | 200mm |
| Voltage | - | 230V / 50Hz |
| Belt size | - | 200mm x 750mm |
Sources: Festool TS 55 FEBQ-Plus, Lagler Hummel. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the TS 55 FEBQ-Plus if...
The TS 55 is Festool's core plunge saw, bought by joiners and shopfitters who want straight, splinter-free cuts when used with its guide rail system and connected extraction. It anchors the wider Festool track saw system that buyers expand with rails and accessories over time.
Full TS 55 FEBQ-Plus 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 TS 55 FEBQ-Plus and the Lagler Hummel?
The Festool TS 55 FEBQ-Plus is a plunge-cut track saw for accurate, splinter-free panel and timber cuts; the Lagler Hummel is a belt sanding machine for wood floors.
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