ALEKO AC2000 Sliding
#1 in SlidingFull review
A cheap, high capacity chain drive for a long sliding gate with power at the post. Add a backup plan for outages.
Amazon $399$399
The ALEKO AC2000 Sliding is the better automatic gate opener overall, rated 3.3 to 3.1. The ALEKO AC2000 Sliding leads on gate length and price. The ALEKO AC2000 Sliding costs $60 less ($399 vs $459).
TOPENS DK1000S Solar
#3 in SlidingFull review
A solar sliding gate kit for a heavy gate away from the house. Budget for a 24 V battery and enough rack for the full gate.
Amazon $459$459
Prices were last checked November 2, 2026 and are subject to change; the price and availability shown by the retailer at the time of purchase apply.
Which should you buy?
- Choose the ALEKO AC2000 Sliding for gate length (gates up to 59 ft vs gates up to 40 ft) and price ($399 vs $459).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every sliding automatic gate opener; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | ALEKO AC2000 Sliding | TOPENS DK1000S Solar |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.3/5 | 3.1/5 |
| Gate weight 20% | 75 gates up to 2,000 lb | 68 gates up to 1,800 lb |
| Gate length 15% | 100 gates up to 59 ft | 81 gates up to 40 ft |
| Safety listing 15% | 0 no UL 325 listing published, scored as none | 0 no UL 325 listing published, scored as none |
| Price 25% | 90 $399 | 79 $459 |
| Warranty 25% | 0 1-year warranty | 0 1-year warranty |
Specifications
| ALEKO AC2000 Sliding | TOPENS DK1000S Solar | |
|---|---|---|
| Gate | ||
| Gate type | Sliding | Sliding |
| Heaviest gate | 2,000 lb | 1,800 lb |
| Longest gate | 59 ft | 40 ft |
| Power | ||
| Power | AC | Solar (panel included) |
| Solar panel | - | 30 W |
| Motor voltage | 120 V | 24 V |
| Build | ||
| Remotes included | 2 | 2 |
| Weight | - | 45 lb |
| Warranty | 1 year | 1 year |