For buyers who want gas-class force without an engine, accepting unknown speed and warranty.
Amazon $699.99The BILT HARD 14-Ton Electric is the better log splitter overall, rated 3.7 to 3.4. The BILT HARD 14-Ton Electric leads on value. The BILT HARD 14-Ton Electric costs $459.01 less ($699.99 vs $1,159).
For quick splitting of small rounds at waist height, if the high price and missing specs are acceptable.
Amazon $1,159Prices were last checked October 31, 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 BILT HARD 14-Ton Electric for value ($50 per ton ($699.99, 14 tons) vs $96.58 per ton ($1,159, 12 tons)).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every electric log splitter; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | BILT HARD 14-Ton Electric | Forestwest 11110S 12-Ton Kinetic |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.7/5 | 3.4/5 |
| Value 30% | 66 $50 per ton ($699.99, 14 tons) | 3 $96.58 per ton ($1,159, 12 tons) |
| Force 20% | 100 14 tons of splitting force | 100 12 tons of splitting force |
| Speed 15% | 50 cycle time not published (neutral score used) | 100 3 second cycle |
| Capacity 15% | 44 takes logs up to 20 in long | 50 log length not published (neutral score used) |
| Warranty 20% | 50 warranty not published (neutral score used) | 50 warranty not published (neutral score used) |
Specifications
| BILT HARD 14-Ton Electric | Forestwest 11110S 12-Ton Kinetic | |
|---|---|---|
| Splitting | ||
| Splitting force | 14 tons | 12 tons |
| Cycle time | - | 3 s |
| Longest log | 20 in | - |
| Largest diameter | 16 in | - |
| Orientation | Horizontal | - |
| Kinetic | No | Yes |
| Power | ||
| Power | Electric | Electric |
| Engine or motor | 15 A | 13.6 A |
| Voltage | 120 V | - |
| Build | ||
| Dimensions | - | 45 x 15 x 26 in |
| Weight | 133.3 lb | 168 lb |
