YARDMAX 5-Ton Electric Log Splitter W/ Stand & Tray

I bought this to split firewood for our sauna. What sold me on this model was the built-in stand. People who bought other electrics commented about building a stand or putting on saw horses. This is definitely a back saver.

I used it once and it is easier than a maul, and quicker for me. I considered a kinetic model. The stroke time and return time with this model concerned me.

That concern was unfounded for three reasons: 1) The wood splits quickly such that you don't need to stroke the cylinder fully, and 2) The return stop can set to shorten the stroke, so there is little time after the wood splits until the cylinder is fully returned, and 3) This provides a comfortable work rate for a 60 year old.

A kinetic splitter which theoretically can be loaded every 5 seconds or so would quickly wear one person out trying to keep up.

The price is so much less than a gas splitter that is was worth the gamble it would perform. For my purpose it did. To be fair, I split just one time, two wheelbarrows full of wood when done. I see no reason this should not last for many years.

The only knock I have is assembly. I needed a second person, no big deal. However, alignment of the leg holes was not precise so I had to drill out the holes to get the bolts through. Overall this was a nuisance not a problem.

I bought this to split firewood for our sauna. What sold me on this model was the built-in stand. People who bought other electrics commented about building a stand or putting on saw horses. This is definitely a back saver.

I used it once and it is easier than a maul, and quicker for me. I considered a kinetic model. The stroke time and return time with this model concerned me.

That concern was unfounded for three reasons: 1) The wood splits quickly such that you don't need to... more

Surprising power for an electric splitter. I wish that it could be operated with one hand so that you could position the wood with the other hand. Also the plate that holds the wood after splitting needs to be attached more securely. Otherwise, I'm very happy with this unit.

Love it! Makes splitting wood fast and fun! The wheels are a bit flimsy when moving it around, but, overall, it's a great deal for the price.

I did add larger wheels (10") and added a "U" shaped handle made out of 3/4" conduit pipe (local hardware store used a pipe bender to make the "U" for me....now it's extremely easy to move anywhere and on any terrain.
Cost was about $30. to do both....makes it a very high quality splitter.

Great product for all the features you receive at a reasonable price.

From the back of the truck to the splitter with no bending over. Tray is shakey and needs a way to lock in place but is functional. Wish it had more power for large logs and wood like ash. It slows down further in a hard split and I wound up backing it up some and inserting a small short log to help finish. The start button is low and hard to push and after time my hand cramped. For the money? I love it.

I already have two heavy duty log splitters but can't use them inside. The Yardmax is set up in my garage where I can use it if its snowing outside. There's no excessive noise or unhealthy fumes. It is exceptionally good for splitting smaller pieces of firewood that I use in small heaters

good buy

I have had other electric log splitters in the past, but this is the best one for the money!! It splits the logs with ease-as long as you don't go over the log sizes it recommends. And with the stand and tray, its a winner! If you buy one, ask if you could have it sent by a freight carrier (NOT FED/EX)