Head to head
Festool TS 55 FEBQ-Plus vs Milwaukee M18 FPD3
The Festool TS 55 FEBQ-Plus is a plunge-cut track saw for accurate, splinter-free panel and timber cuts. The Milwaukee M18 FPD3 is a 18v brushless combi drill for drilling and driving with hammer action.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Festool TS 55 FEBQ-Plus | Milwaukee M18 FPD3 | |
|---|---|---|
| No-load speed | 2000-5800 rpm | 0-2100 rpm (2-speed) |
| Weight | 4.80 kg | 2.2 kg |
| Power input | 1200 W | - |
| Cutting depth at 90 degrees | 0-55 mm | - |
| Blade diameter | 160 mm | - |
| Max torque | - | 158 Nm |
| Chuck | - | 13mm keyless metal |
| Percussion rate | - | 33,000 bpm |
| Max drilling capacity | - | 89mm (wood); 16mm (metal/masonry) |
Sources: Festool TS 55 FEBQ-Plus, Milwaukee M18 FPD3. 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 M18 FPD3 if...
The FPD3 is Milwaukee's current flagship 18V combi drill, bought by tradespeople already on the M18 battery platform who want high torque in a compact body. It competes directly with DeWalt's XR and Makita's brushless combi drills at the premium end of cordless drilling.
Full M18 FPD3 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Festool TS 55 FEBQ-Plus and the Milwaukee M18 FPD3?
The Festool TS 55 FEBQ-Plus is a plunge-cut track saw for accurate, splinter-free panel and timber cuts; the Milwaukee M18 FPD3 is a 18V brushless combi drill for drilling and driving with hammer action.
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