A low cost opener for a heavy single gate near an outlet. Pick a UL 325 listed kit instead where the gate faces a public road or children.
Amazon $359The TOPENS A8131 is the better automatic gate opener overall, rated 3.2 to 3.0. The TOPENS A8131 leads on gate length and gate weight. The TOPENS A8131 costs $10.99 less ($359 vs $369.99).
A complete solar kit for a remote single farm or ranch gate on a budget. Its safety listing and duty rating are not published.
Amazon $369.99Prices were last checked November 2, 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 TOPENS A8131 for gate length (gates up to 18 ft per leaf vs gates up to 16 ft per leaf) and gate weight (gates up to 880 lb per leaf vs gates up to 770 lb per leaf).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every single swing automatic gate opener; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | TOPENS A8131 | JUJIANG C026 Solar Single |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.2/5 | 3.0/5 |
| Gate weight 20% | 89 gates up to 880 lb per leaf | 78 gates up to 770 lb per leaf |
| Gate length 15% | 80 gates up to 18 ft per leaf | 60 gates up to 16 ft per leaf |
| Safety listing 15% | 0 no UL 325 listing published, scored as none | 0 no UL 325 listing published, scored as none |
| Price 25% | 72 $359 | 69 $369.99 |
| Warranty 25% | 0 1-year warranty | 0 1-year warranty |
Specifications
| TOPENS A8131 | JUJIANG C026 Solar Single | |
|---|---|---|
| Gate | ||
| Gate type | Single swing | Single swing |
| Heaviest gate | 880 lb | 770 lb |
| Longest gate | 18 ft | 16 ft |
| Time to open | 15 s | - |
| Power | ||
| Power | Battery, solar ready | Solar (panel included) |
| Solar panel | - | 20 W |
| Battery | - | 8 Ah |
| Motor voltage | 24 V | - |
| Build | ||
| Remotes included | 2 | 2 |
| Weight | 24.5 lb | - |
| Warranty | 1 year | 1 year |
