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Impact Driver and Drill Set Tid 18 HPC I-Set TPC 18/4
Drill Drivers by Festool. Details:Working on the job site requires versatility and flexibility. This combination of the TID 18 Impact Driver and the re-designed PDC 18 Hammer Drill...
Random Orbit Sander ets EC 150/5 EQ 29945
The Festool Random Orbit Sanders ETS EC 150/5 is built for easy sanding with one hand, a combination of compact size and ergonomic comfort. It weighs just 2.6 lbs. (1.2 kg), with a...
KAPEX KS 120 REB Sliding Compound Miter Saw
The KAPEX is the most advanced sliding compound miter saw in the market today — making cuts that rival the finest trim work. Light in weight and heavy in features, the KS 120 is th...
Plunge Cut Track Saw TS 55 FEQ-F-Plus-FS
Millions of saws do not lie: The TS has always stood out with its absolute precision cuts, maximum power and extreme durability. The usual reliability remains – but the working spe...
Cordless Oscillator OSC 18 E-Basic
The ultimate in versatility, the cordless VECTURO oscillating multi-tool combines limitless functionality with exceptional controllability — delivering precise results in the trick...
Cordless Oscillator OSC 18 E-Basic-Set
The ultimate in versatility, the cordless VECTURO oscillating multi-tool combines limitless functionality with exceptional controllability — delivering precise results in the trick...
Cordless Oscillating Multi-Tool Basic
Precise cutouts on the scribe mark precisely guided plunge cuts on delicate surfaces and working with minimal dust generation, even above head height, this is what the cordless VEC...
576590 Cordless Oscillator VECTURO OSC 18 HPC 4.0 EI-Set
The ultimate in versatility, the cordless VECTURO oscillating multi-tool combines limitless functionality with exceptional controllability — delivering precise results in the trick...
Cordless Oscillator VECTuro OSC 18 HPC 4.0 EI-Set
CleanTEC CT MIDI HEPA Dust Extractor
Easy to move thanks to compact dimensions, low weight, and robust chassis. Touch controls for intuitive operation of the dust extractor. Start and stop your CT Dust Extractor remot...
TS 55 FEQ-F-Plus Plunge Cut Track Saw
Millions of saws do not lie: The TS has always stood out with its absolute precision cuts, maximum power and extreme durability. The usual reliability remains – but the working spe...
MFT/3 Multifunction Table
Highest precision with aluminum profile for mounting a guide rail and angle stop. The angle stop, stop rail, and additional clamping ensure precise results. Ergonomic working thank...
Why r/BuyItForLife recommends Festool
20 mentions from real owners
- #1Dec 31, 2025
How can a company continue to make money if their product lasts forever?
The company should be based on an innovative mindset, not a specific product. That’s one reason why private equity destroys companies. It never capitalizes on the human capital. Good companies can use the revenue from one product to fund creation of the next. I am not a big fan of ninja brand products-but they are really good at innovation. Same with Dyson. Festool and Patagonia are good examples of combining quality and innovation
View on Redditopen_in_new - #2Aug 6, 2025
$2K Amazon Budget—Help Me Turn Digital Money Into Sawdust
Skil worm drive circular saw. Festool sander with their portable dust collection unit. If you wanted to spend a chunk of that at once I’d look into a Sawstop table saw.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #3Aug 6, 2025
$2K Amazon Budget—Help Me Turn Digital Money Into Sawdust
A good place to start educating yourself is the project farm YouTube channel. He does excellent reviews, buying the products instead of receiving free items from manufacturers. Some companies don't extend warranty to tools purchased on Amazon, so shopping locally is the smart move. If you choose that option, use your Amazon card for consumables like blades and bits or non-powered tools like wrenches. Cordless is the way to go with most power tools. Your first decision is which company you want to purchase. DeWalt, Milwaukee, and Makita are the top brands. Batteries do interchange between brands. Ryobi and Rigid are both manufactured by the company that owns Milwaukee. Ryobi has a bunch of gadgety tools. Rigid isn't as refined as Milwaukee, but has a lifetime warranty, including batteries. They are the only company to have a lifetime warranty. The only way to get this warranty is to purchase tools from Home Depot. Bosch and Metobo are somewhat second tier, not always having the best/latest features. Though some Bosch corded tools are very good. The best jigsaw I have is a Bosch. Their corded miter saw is very nice. Between the big three they all have certain tools that are best in class, which makes it difficult to decide which brand to purchase. Your primary tools will be a drill, a ¼" impact for driving screws and bolts, a circular saw, and a sawzall(reciprocating saw). In addition, you will find a power miter saw useful. An orbital sander is handy. I prefer corded for the sander as batteries either don't last long enough or the batteries that last longer make the tool heavy and awkward. If you purchase a reciprocating saw, invest in carbon toothed blades. They last a long time and power through wood and metal faster than standard blades. They go through metal extremely fast. For a shop vac Rigid is top of the line. While they share the same name as the power tools, the vacuums are made by a different company, Emerson Electric. Continuing with the Rigid name, their plumbing tools are top notch. Again, made by a different company. Their pipe wrenches are excellent. It is handy to have two pipe wrenches, one to hold the stationary pipe and the other to tighten the fitting. If you have pedestal sinks where the plumbing is visible, a smooth jawed pipe wrench won't mar the plumbing fittings. Other top tier brands of tools include Knipex, Fein, Festool(makes the best power miter saw but is very expensive), and Wera.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #4Aug 2, 2025
Cordless Tool System: Bosch, Makita, or something else?
Not the first to say it but if you work on cars at all Milwaukee is the only answer. I only do simple stuff on cars because I like to DIY but now that I understand what works and doesn't on them it's Milwaukee only. I don't think anything is going to serve you wrong here. I like the small form factor of my Makitas (black, no idea what model), but they aren't big old work horses like the Festool I bought my cousin or Milwaukee impacts or anything like that. They're just really small and 18v. It's perfect for me who isn't afraid to dive into projects but isn't like buildings decks. I've had them for years and will probably for many more. The only bad thing I used was some 18v old Dewalt a friend had (it was all plastic, no metal parts like some I've seen). That thing wasn't even as strong as most 12v. That's probably why they have 20v now. While I'm not in Europe when I was doing a little research for my cousin's gift I stumbled across "Metabo" who I think is the manufacturer of green Bosch stuff and many other brands for certain things. You might want to look into them as a way to get more bang for buck in EU.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #5Aug 1, 2025
Cordless Tool System: Bosch, Makita, or something else?
Festool. But realistically ryobi. It's cheap, it works. You should not get battery system "for life". As in 5 years they come up with a higher density batteries and make them incompatible. You just going to waste money.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #6Jun 8, 2025
The best vacuum money can buy?
I came to say that, forget consumer vac and go buy a shop vac, Hilti, Festool etc. it will outperform and outlive any home vacuum
View on Redditopen_in_new - #7Jun 8, 2025
The best vacuum money can buy?
Forget consumer vac, you need a shop vac, Festool CTL midi for example, this will outperform any home vacuum you can buy and it will last longer
View on Redditopen_in_new - #8Jun 5, 2025
These are the 25 most recommended vacuum cleaners on Reddit (based on 1,821 users, in the past year) wdyt?
I’m kinda impressed that only one shop vacuum (Milwaukee) made it onto the list, and it’s not even all that nice. Fein, Festool, Starmix, all make very popular vacuums. They’re like super fancy versions of Rigid or Henry. Some of them even are even cordless as well.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #9Jun 4, 2025
What’s one thing you bought once and it’s still going strong years later?
That’s how I now own a Festool sander. Started out with a cheap corded ryobi
View on Redditopen_in_new - #10Apr 9, 2025
What is your current BIFL item you recommend to everyone?
Yeah, most tool manufacturing takes place in south east Asia with some production in Mexico. Festool is the only major manufacturer I’m aware of that produces mainly in Europe or America.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #11Apr 4, 2025
I’ve always been a Makita guy without knowing anything about the corporate side. My tools always just felt more solid and durable than coworkers’ Dewalt or Milwaukee. Then I saw this in r/construction.
Well i bought mine for like 450 with the rail and systainer? The thing with festool is that for one, the quality is as good as hilti and i still get parts for my cms thats 20 years old. Another thing is little Features and extensive Accessoires of wich some of them earn their weight in Gold. I also wouldn't compare it to a fixed monster like your delta since festool is made for mobility. But i agree that their pricing is somewhat as Premium as their quality and sometimes a bit over the top, especially if it doesn't earn you any money
View on Redditopen_in_new - #12Apr 4, 2025
I’ve always been a Makita guy without knowing anything about the corporate side. My tools always just felt more solid and durable than coworkers’ Dewalt or Milwaukee. Then I saw this in r/construction.
some people like a finish carpenter or furniture maker don't even go for battery format. they want the best tool for the job as their material and labor often completed is expensive. example the dewalt 10" mitersaw is best in 10" miter saws for accuracy. While milwaukee has the install driver for delicate fastening or their 1/2" high torque is a brute, and makita makes a wonderful drill and impact driver. and fein for the multi tool, and festool for a track saw. and whomever makes the domino cutter.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #13Apr 3, 2025
I’ve always been a Makita guy without knowing anything about the corporate side. My tools always just felt more solid and durable than coworkers’ Dewalt or Milwaukee. Then I saw this in r/construction.
Makita. Hilti. And festool. All you need
View on Redditopen_in_new - #14Apr 3, 2025
I’ve always been a Makita guy without knowing anything about the corporate side. My tools always just felt more solid and durable than coworkers’ Dewalt or Milwaukee. Then I saw this in r/construction.
It is TTS, but if you look at the players TTS might as well be Festool. Check the website for TTS, it's festool-group.com.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #15Apr 3, 2025
I’ve always been a Makita guy without knowing anything about the corporate side. My tools always just felt more solid and durable than coworkers’ Dewalt or Milwaukee. Then I saw this in r/construction.
Was also looking for Festool, league of its own.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #16Apr 2, 2025
What are the best battery operated power tools brands?
Festool for what Festool offers (track saw, some lights, Oscillating tool). I have a Festool Impact and Hammer drill that were a gift. All top notch. Festool Oscillating tool (Fein rebrand?) kicks the crap out of a Milwaukee/Dewalt/Makita mutli-tool. Also no hassle getting a battery replacement. I use Milwaukee for everything else battery. If the impact/hammer weren't a gift, i'd probably have gone milwaukee for those too.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #17Mar 1, 2025
Vacuum at my 90yo grandmother's house. "Works better than all the newer crap" - her quote.
About the cost of a small festool dust extractor. Now that's a vaccum. Quiet, massive suction. Parts are easy to get. No powered head, but hepa filtered, and will last a lifetime. I seem to change the filter every 8000lbs of waste, or about every 300-400 bags. Sold it used after 600 bags.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #18Feb 10, 2025
Do you think BIFL is actually cost effective?
I don't know that the point is to save money. I tend to like to buy the right thing once rather than a shitty thing 2x or 3x. But I didn't save money buying Bosch or DeWalt or Festool instead of harbor freight tools.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #19Feb 3, 2025
A list of BIFL not made in the USA
Last forever woodworking and other corded/battery tools - Festool (Germany). Expensive but it's near BIFL and give to kids type of tool as I've ever had other than stuff from 40 years ago that was made like tanks in the US - original Porter Cable, Craftsman, Delta, and the like.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #20Feb 2, 2025
Which tool brand ecosystem would you invest in for 2025 and why for the occasionally frugal DIYer?
as a professional cabinetmaker / constructionjoiner Bosch (BLUE, dont get bosch green its dogshit) 18v battery powerd for every usual non-woodworking specific thing, drills, hammerdrills, sawzalls, jigsaws etc. also compatibale with a lot of great manufacurers because of 18v allience Fein (compatible with Bosch 18v if bough with AMPSHARE batteries) for Multitool (even though new Bosch one is definitly better) Mirka or Festool for sanding Otherwise for anything woodworking specific as well as vaccumes: definitly festool. Best tracksaws, routers, good orbit sanders. For rough timber frame carpentry: Mafell For drilling in concrete: Hilti FOR BEGINNERS OR HOBBISTS: Metabo: good overall, usually quiet inexpensive, made in germany, outstanding quality for price and features, practically bosch for hobbists. Also has 18v allience named CAS, would recomend to anyone looking for tools. Bosch: pretty expensive, but got everything you need. especially the basics. Practically last forever, especially corded tools. Has all the cool stuff form the specialist brands in blue. Milwaukee: Only worked with 12v dirlls, but seems pretty good in quality. Cons: made in china, no compatability with anything, just as expensive as bosch, more expensive then metabo. IMPORTANT: Get corded tools (with exeptions). You dont need everything battery powerd. Especially stuff that you use a lot in one secession, or only very few times. MY SUGGESTION: 12v or 18v Drill by Metabo (or just following hammerdrill with regular attachment) Bosch GBH 2-21F for concrete drilling, drilling big holes and driving large screws, great drill, lasts generations, pretty cheap aswell Old used festools Tracksaw TS 55 or 75 (corded) random old orbit sander, from above mentioned brands otherwise just get the stuff you need from the manufacturers i mentions "as for begineners" STAY AWAY FROM: Ridged, Ryobi, Makita (kindof), mayby dewalt (feels wierd and cheap) as well as hilti, hitachi (ex hioki) and mafell. just to expensive with practically no compatability
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