Forest Master ESS-OR Adjustable Universal Log Splitter Stand - Compatible with FM5, FM8, and FM10 Models

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I think my points well made, electric is the way forward as far as log splitters are concerned so now it’s just a case of deciding which is the best electric log splitter; I’ve based on price, safety, ability to chop logs, speed of operation, build quality, and the raw power. Minimal effort tends to be needed for hydraulic log splitters – like our top recommendation the Forest Master FM5. That said, there are some manual log splitters out there with designs that enable you to easily split logs, no matter your physical ability, without the use of a hammer. If you need to break wood for your oven, and you have 20-cm seasoned logs from softwood, you can get away with a 4-5-ton machine or even a manual splitter. Easy Operation For instance, your working space might be somewhere in your garden, very far from the main house, with no access to electricity. In this case, you need a gasoline-based log splitter that’s easy to move around, which means smaller, and more compact, possibly with wheels.

On the other hand, if you’re going to be splitting wood that’s soft and already pretty brittle, you won’t need quite so much power, which should save you some money! Thanks to its sturdy construction, good design, and high-power engine, the Forest Master can split logs up to 370 mm in length. The maximum log diameter allowed is 250mm, meaning you can split pretty chunky pieces of wood.As mentioned, this machine can be used either vertically via a foot pump, or horizontally through the use of hand operated levers. How well this log splitter works depends on how you’re using it, as well as what you’re using it on. Different hammers will give you different results. Something small, like the Faithfull FAIFG4 4lb Club Hammer, is all you need if you’re splitting small logs. However, if you’re working with medium or large logs, which this log splitter is capable of handling, then go with a bigger hammer. Keep in mind that, while this log splitter handled every diameter of log that I threw at it, it struggled with logs that were significantly taller than its own height (17.5cm). I also found its four-way claim to be false – in my experience, it splits wood into two instead. Precision is another thing the Swedish log splitter has going for it as the design allows you to adjust and decide exactly where the log will split. There is also a feature that lets you cut kindling. Another characteristic that allows it to cut through bigger logs easily is its fully adjustable cycle. The Forest Master 7 Ton Log Splitter has a unique cycle with a ram stop that matches the length of your logs, which saves time.

Compared to the manual log splitters that I tested, this one is obviously a lot louder, to the point where Forest Master recommends wearing ear protection when using it. However, considering it has a 2200W motor, I didn’t find it to be particularly loud, although any nearby neighbours may disagree! Petrol Log Splitters are incredibly powerful but are also typically heavier machines than manual or electric splitters. If you don’t have access to a power source, then it’s worth looking at investing in a petrol log splitter.However, the price of this log splitter lets it down slightly. For a splitter intended for kindling, it’s a little expensive – if it were larger and versatile enough to split logs too, then fair enough. That said, there are also several aspects to this wood splitter that justify its price. It doesn’t require as much force to be used as some of the cheaper kindling splitters out there. The fact that it’s made from cast iron adds value too – not only will it last for decades without needing much maintenance, but it also looks good – you won’t need to hide it away in your garage each time you’re done using it. If you’re looking for a log splitter that doesn’t require any assembly whatsoever, then this is it. Out of the five log splitters that I tested, this one was the fastest to put together. All you have to do is remove the rubber tip and you’re good to go! As electric log splitters go, this machine is very compact and lightweight. At the same time, it feels sturdy and high-quality. Its two wheels give it good portability, and its 175cm power cord offers flexibility. The only downside is its height. Being compact, this log splitter is just 45cm tall when standing on the ground, so you’ll need to use a stand or a bench of some sort. To be fair, Forest Master does sell a stand separately to help with log splitting.