Ghost Controls TDS2XP Solar
#4 in Dual swingFull review
The solar version of the TDS2 for a pair of farm gates far from power, with a UL 325 listing and a lifetime motor warranty.
Amazon $966$966
The Ghost Controls TDS2XP Solar is the better automatic gate opener overall, rated 3.5 to 3.0. The Ghost Controls TDS2XP Solar leads on warranty and gate length. The ALEKO GG1300U Smart Kit wins on price. The ALEKO GG1300U Smart Kit costs $267 less ($699 vs $966).
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ALEKO GG1300U Smart Kit
#7 in Dual swingFull review
A dual kit that arrives with the keypad, photo eyes and app control most buyers add later, for heavy paired gates on house power.
Amazon $699$699
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Ghost Controls TDS2XP Solar for warranty (1.5-year warranty vs 1-year warranty) and gate length (gates up to 20 ft per leaf vs gates up to 18 ft per leaf).
- Choose the ALEKO GG1300U Smart Kit for price ($699 vs $966).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every dual swing automatic gate opener; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Ghost Controls TDS2XP Solar | ALEKO GG1300U Smart Kit |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.5/5 | 3.0/5 |
| Gate weight 20% | 91 gates up to 900 lb per leaf | 89 gates up to 880 lb per leaf |
| Gate length 15% | 100 gates up to 20 ft per leaf | 80 gates up to 18 ft per leaf |
| Safety listing 15% | 100 UL 325 listed | 0 no UL 325 listing published, scored as none |
| Price 25% | 23 $966 | 47 $699 |
| Warranty 25% | 12 1.5-year warranty | 0 1-year warranty |
Specifications
| Ghost Controls TDS2XP Solar | ALEKO GG1300U Smart Kit | |
|---|---|---|
| Gate | ||
| Gate type | Dual swing | Dual swing |
| Heaviest gate | 900 lb | 880 lb |
| Longest gate | 20 ft | 18 ft |
| Time to open | 15 s | - |
| UL 325 listed | Yes | - |
| Power | ||
| Power | Solar (panel included) | Battery, solar ready |
| Solar panel | 10 W | - |
| Motor voltage | 12 V | 24 V |
| Build | ||
| Remotes included | 2 | 2 |
| Weight | 45 lb | - |
| Warranty | 1.5 years | 1 year |