Champion 201312 27-Ton Gas
#14 in GasFull review
A dependable mid-size gas splitter for several cords a year, with lifetime tech support from a big brand.
Amazon $1,979$1,979
The Champion 201312 27-Ton Gas and the SuperHandy GUO096 25-Ton Gas are evenly matched, rated 3.3 and 3.2. The Champion 201312 27-Ton Gas leads on capacity, warranty and force. The SuperHandy GUO096 25-Ton Gas wins on value and speed. The SuperHandy GUO096 25-Ton Gas costs $579.01 less ($1,399.99 vs $1,979).
SuperHandy GUO096 25-Ton Gas
#15 in GasFull review
A compact vertical capable splitter for big diameter but short rounds.
Amazon $1,399.99$1,399.99
Prices 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 Champion 201312 27-Ton Gas for capacity (takes logs up to 24 in long vs takes logs up to 20 in long), warranty (2-year warranty vs 1-year warranty) and force (27 tons of splitting force vs 25 tons of splitting force).
- Choose the SuperHandy GUO096 25-Ton Gas for value ($56 per ton ($1,399.99, 25 tons) vs $73.30 per ton ($1,979, 27 tons)) and speed (12 second cycle vs 16 second cycle).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every gas log splitter; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Champion 201312 27-Ton Gas | SuperHandy GUO096 25-Ton Gas |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.3/5 | 3.2/5 |
| Value 30% | 54 $73.30 per ton ($1,979, 27 tons) | 79 $56 per ton ($1,399.99, 25 tons) |
| Force 20% | 58 27 tons of splitting force | 47 25 tons of splitting force |
| Speed 15% | 29 16 second cycle | 57 12 second cycle |
| Capacity 15% | 89 takes logs up to 24 in long | 44 takes logs up to 20 in long |
| Warranty 20% | 25 2-year warranty | 0 1-year warranty |
Specifications
| Champion 201312 27-Ton Gas | SuperHandy GUO096 25-Ton Gas | |
|---|---|---|
| Splitting | ||
| Splitting force | 27 tons | 25 tons |
| Cycle time | 16 s | 12 s |
| Longest log | 24 in | 20 in |
| Largest diameter | - | 24 in |
| Orientation | Horizontal and vertical | Horizontal and vertical |
| Kinetic | No | No |
| Power | ||
| Power | Gas | Gas |
| Engine or motor | 224 cc (Champion OHV) | - |
| Build | ||
| Auto return | Yes | - |
| Log cradles | Yes | - |
| Towable | Yes | - |
| Dimensions | 87.3 x 51.3 x 40.8 in | - |
| Weight | 465 lb | - |
| Warranty | 2 years | 1 year |