The Festool 576070 ETS 125 REQ-Plus 125mm (5") Random Orbital Sander is a compact finish sander built for high-quality surface prep and finish sanding. This is a random orbital sander designed for finishing and pre-sanding wood surfaces, especially where one-handed control, low fatigue, and clean dust collection matter. Model Number 576070. If you spend your day working on face frames, cabinet parts, trim, doors, or painted surfaces, this is the kind of sander that makes fine finishing easier to repeat.

What separates this tool from a more general-purpose sander is the tight 5/64 in. (2 mm) sanding stroke. That smaller stroke is aimed at fine sanding, not heavy stock removal. In real use, that means better finish quality and a lower chance of leaving a rough scratch pattern behind. The variable speed range of 6,000 to 12,000 RPM also gives you room to slow the tool down for more delicate work or turn it up when you need to move through prep work faster.

The ETS 125 is built around one-handed comfort. Festool calls it out as a compact, lightweight machine for vertical and overhead use, and the low weight is a big part of that. At 2.4 lbs. in use weight, it is easier to control on cabinet sides, doors, shelving, and other parts that are not flat on a bench. The body shape is also meant to fit comfortably in different hand sizes, which matters when you are sanding for a long stretch instead of just making a few passes.

Festool's Vibration-stop balancing is not just a comfort feature. It helps the pad track more smoothly, which supports better finish results and better control. Less harsh vibration usually means you stay on the surface more consistently and are less likely to rush the last few passes because your hand is getting tired. The sanding pad brake is another practical detail. It helps stop the pad quickly and reduces the chance of marking the work when you lift off or set the sander down.

Dust handling is one of the biggest reasons people move into the Festool sanding system, and this sander is clearly built around that idea. The Jetstream design is intended to improve dust removal, keep the air cleaner, and extend abrasive and pad life. It also uses a bayonet-style locking dust port and a 27 mm dust extraction connection, so you can run it with the included dust bag or hook it to Festool dust extraction for cleaner sanding and less cleanup. For finish work inside a home, shop, or jobsite punch list, that matters as much as raw sanding speed.

The 250 watt motor is sized for finish sanding duties and, according to Festool's product information, improves material removal rates over the prior version while keeping the tool compact. A sealed switch helps keep internal dust buildup down, and the pad protector lets you sand close to adjacent surfaces without beating them up. Those are small details, but they are the kinds of details that make a finish sander more useful in real trim and cabinet work.

As part of the Festool system, the ETS 125 REQ-Plus also benefits from the plug-it removable power cord setup. If you already run Festool corded tools, being able to swap cords between tools is simply faster and cleaner on the bench or on site. The included Systainer3 also keeps the sander, cord, and accessories organized instead of getting knocked around in a generic bag or tote.

Who should buy it? This sander makes the most sense for woodworkers, finish carpenters, cabinet installers, remodelers, and serious DIY users who care more about surface quality and dust control than brute-force removal. If your work is mostly final prep before finish, between-coat sanding, or smoothing visible wood parts, the Festool 576070 ETS 125 REQ-Plus 125mm (5") Random Orbital Sander is right in its lane. If you need aggressive leveling first, start with a heavier-cut sander and use this one for the finish passes.

Festool 576070 ETS 125 REQ-Plus 125mm (5") Random Orbital Sander for finish work done right

This is the sander you buy when final surface quality, low vibration, and dust control matter more than brute-force removal.

• Who it's for: Woodworkers, trim guys, cabinet installers, remodelers, and serious DIY users doing finish sanding, pre-sanding, and detail work on visible surfaces.
• Why it stands out: The 2 mm stroke, light one-handed body, Vibration-stop balancing, and strong dust collection setup make it especially good for clean finish prep on wood.
• Worth knowing: This is a finish-first random orbital sander, not a hog for heavy leveling. If you need aggressive stock removal, pair it with a more aggressive sander and let this one handle the final passes.

• Is this a corded or cordless sander? It is a corded sander that runs on 120 VAC and uses Festool's removable plug-it power cord system.
• What kind of sanding is this model best for? It is best for finish sanding and pre-sanding where high surface quality is the goal, thanks to the 2 mm sanding stroke.
• Can it be used with dust extraction? Yes. It has a 27 mm dust extraction connection and can be used with Festool dust extraction or the included dust bag.
• Is it suitable for overhead or vertical sanding? Yes. Festool specifically positions it as a lightweight one-handed machine for vertical surfaces and overhead work.