Ghost Controls TSS1
#2 in Single swingFull review
A heavy duty single gate kit for long farm and ranch gates, with a UL 325 listing and a lifetime motor warranty. Budget for a battery and, if wanted, the smart kit.
Amazon $549$549
3.2/5
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.
- 880 lbGate weight
- 18 ftGate length
- Battery, solar readyPower
- 1 yearWarranty
Check price at Amazon$359
Price checked November 2, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
Pros
- Rated for heavy single gates up to 880 lb for well under $400
- Runs straight from house power, with a battery and solar as options
- Two remotes and both pull and push to open brackets in the box
Cons
- No UL 325 listing stated
- Only 8 remotes on the built in receiver without an extra receiver
- One year warranty
How it scores
The rating comes from 5 measured or published factors, each scored 0-100 against fixed reference points for its gate type. How we rank explains each one.
Specifications
| Model number | A8131 |
|---|---|
| Gate | |
| Gate type | Single swing |
| Heaviest gate | 880 lb |
| Longest gate | 18 ft |
| Time to open | 15 s |
| Power | |
| Power | Battery, solar ready |
| Motor voltage | 24 V |
| Build | |
| Remotes included | 2 |
| Weight | 24.5 lb |
| Warranty | 1 year |
Alternatives in this gate type
Mighty Mule MM371W
#3 in Single swingFull review
The mainstream DIY choice for a medium single driveway gate, with a real UL 325 listing. Buy the battery with it and check the length and weight chart first.
Amazon $344.06$344.06
US Automatic Sentry 300
#5 in Single swingFull review
A commercial grade, UL 325 listed single gate opener with a long warranty for buyers who value proven parts support over capacity per dollar.
Amazon $1,395$1,395
Compare
Compare the TOPENS A8131 with any other automatic gate opener →
More from TOPENS: every TOPENS product ranked.