Forestwest 11097 18-Ton Kinetic
#4 in ElectricFull review
For splitting a lot of short firewood quickly from an outlet; the speed costs a lot more than a hydraulic electric.
Amazon $1,489$1,489
The Forestwest 11097 18-Ton Kinetic rates 3.3 among electric log splitters; the Forestwest 11097P 18-Ton Kinetic rates 2.9 among gas ones. The Forestwest 11097 18-Ton Kinetic costs $30 less ($1,489 vs $1,519).
Forestwest 11097P 18-Ton Kinetic
#16 in GasFull review
A quick flywheel splitter for short stove wood away from power, at a premium price.
Amazon $1,519$1,519
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.
Scores side by side
These two sit in different power source classes (electric and gas), and each is scored against the reference points for its own class, so a rating says how well each does among its own power source peers. How we rank explains each factor.
| Factor weight | Forestwest 11097 18-Ton Kinetic | Forestwest 11097P 18-Ton Kinetic |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.3/5 | 2.9/5 |
| Value 30% | 18 $82.72 per ton ($1,489, 18 tons) | 41 $84.39 per ton ($1,519, 18 tons) |
| Force 20% | 100 18 tons of splitting force | 11 18 tons of splitting force |
| Speed 15% | 100 3 second cycle | 100 3 second cycle |
| Capacity 15% | 0 takes logs up to 16 in long | 0 takes logs up to 16 in long |
| Warranty 20% | 50 warranty not published (neutral score used) | 50 warranty not published (neutral score used) |
Specifications
| Forestwest 11097 18-Ton Kinetic | Forestwest 11097P 18-Ton Kinetic | |
|---|---|---|
| Splitting | ||
| Splitting force | 18 tons | 18 tons |
| Cycle time | 3 s | 3 s |
| Longest log | 16 in | 16 in |
| Largest diameter | - | 16 in |
| Kinetic | Yes | Yes |
| Power | ||
| Power | Electric | Gas |
| Engine or motor | 2 hp, 13.6 A | - |
| Build | ||
| Dimensions | 74 x 20.5 x 34.6 in | 74 x 22 x 40 in |
| Weight | 246 lb | 240 lb |