TOPENS CK1200
#4 in SlidingFull review
A low cost chain drive for very heavy sliding gates with power at the gate, where a battery backup and a safety listing are not needed.
Amazon $499$499
The TOPENS CK1200 is the better automatic gate opener overall, rated 3.3 to 3.0. The TOPENS CK1200 leads on gate weight. The Blütezeit 1400lb Solar Sliding wins on price. The Blütezeit 1400lb Solar Sliding costs $129.01 less ($369.99 vs $499).
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Blütezeit 1400lb Solar Sliding
#6 in SlidingFull review
A low cost solar sliding gate kit with app control for a medium gate away from power. Check gate length with the seller first.
Amazon $369.99$369.99
Which should you buy?
- Choose the TOPENS CK1200 for gate weight (gates up to 3,400 lb vs gates up to 1,400 lb).
- Choose the Blütezeit 1400lb Solar Sliding for price ($369.99 vs $499).
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 | TOPENS CK1200 | Blütezeit 1400lb Solar Sliding |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.3/5 | 3.0/5 |
| Gate weight 20% | 100 gates up to 3,400 lb | 53 gates up to 1,400 lb |
| Gate length 15% | 81 gates up to 40 ft | 50 gate length limit not published (neutral score used) |
| Safety listing 15% | 0 no UL 325 listing published, scored as none | 0 no UL 325 listing published, scored as none |
| Price 25% | 73 $499 | 96 $369.99 |
| Warranty 25% | 0 1-year warranty | 0 warranty not published, scored as none |
Specifications
| TOPENS CK1200 | Blütezeit 1400lb Solar Sliding | |
|---|---|---|
| Gate | ||
| Gate type | Sliding | Sliding |
| Heaviest gate | 3,400 lb | 1,400 lb |
| Longest gate | 40 ft | - |
| Power | ||
| Power | AC | Solar (panel included) |
| Solar panel | - | 20 W |
| Battery | - | 6 Ah |
| Motor voltage | 120 V | 24 V |
| Build | ||
| Remotes included | 2 | 2 |
| Weight | 50.3 lb | - |
| Warranty | 1 year | - |