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Festool TS 55 FEBQ-Plus vs Makita LS1019L
The Festool TS 55 FEBQ-Plus is a plunge-cut track saw for accurate, splinter-free panel and timber cuts. The Makita LS1019L is a 260 mm slide compound mitre saw with laser.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Festool TS 55 FEBQ-Plus | Makita LS1019L | |
|---|---|---|
| Blade diameter | 160 mm | 260 mm |
| Weight | 4.80 kg | 26,3 kg |
| Power input | 1200 W | - |
| Cutting depth at 90 degrees | 0-55 mm | - |
| No-load speed | 2000-5800 rpm | - |
| Input power | - | 1510 W |
| Capacity at 90 deg | - | 91 x 279 / 68 x 310 mm |
Sources: Festool TS 55 FEBQ-Plus, Makita LS1019L. 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 LS1019L if...
A slide compound mitre saw for accurate cross-cuts and bevel cuts in timber. Used by carpenters, joiners and shopfitters for first and second fix work, including trim, flooring and stud framing.
Full LS1019L specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Festool TS 55 FEBQ-Plus and the Makita LS1019L?
The Festool TS 55 FEBQ-Plus is a plunge-cut track saw for accurate, splinter-free panel and timber cuts; the Makita LS1019L is a 260 mm slide compound mitre saw with laser.
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