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
The SuperHandy GUO096 25-Ton Gas is the better log splitter overall, rated 3.2 to 2.9. The SuperHandy GUO096 25-Ton Gas leads on value, force and capacity. The Forestwest 11097P 18-Ton Kinetic wins on speed. The SuperHandy GUO096 25-Ton Gas costs $119.01 less ($1,399.99 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.
Which should you buy?
- Choose the SuperHandy GUO096 25-Ton Gas for value ($56 per ton ($1,399.99, 25 tons) vs $84.39 per ton ($1,519, 18 tons)), force (25 tons of splitting force vs 18 tons of splitting force) and capacity (takes logs up to 20 in long vs takes logs up to 16 in long).
- Choose the Forestwest 11097P 18-Ton Kinetic for speed (3 second cycle vs 12 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 | SuperHandy GUO096 25-Ton Gas | Forestwest 11097P 18-Ton Kinetic |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.2/5 | 2.9/5 |
| Value 30% | 79 $56 per ton ($1,399.99, 25 tons) | 41 $84.39 per ton ($1,519, 18 tons) |
| Force 20% | 47 25 tons of splitting force | 11 18 tons of splitting force |
| Speed 15% | 57 12 second cycle | 100 3 second cycle |
| Capacity 15% | 44 takes logs up to 20 in long | 0 takes logs up to 16 in long |
| Warranty 20% | 0 1-year warranty | 50 warranty not published (neutral score used) |
Specifications
| SuperHandy GUO096 25-Ton Gas | Forestwest 11097P 18-Ton Kinetic | |
|---|---|---|
| Splitting | ||
| Splitting force | 25 tons | 18 tons |
| Cycle time | 12 s | 3 s |
| Longest log | 20 in | 16 in |
| Largest diameter | 24 in | 16 in |
| Orientation | Horizontal and vertical | - |
| Kinetic | No | Yes |
| Power | ||
| Power | Gas | Gas |
| Build | ||
| Dimensions | - | 74 x 22 x 40 in |
| Weight | - | 240 lb |
| Warranty | 1 year | - |