How do I choose the right splitting force?

Consider the type and size of wood you'll be splitting: harder woods and larger diameters require more splitting force, measured in tons. We carry log splitters with splitting forces such as <a href="https://www.homedepot.com/b/Outdoors-Outdoor-Power-Equipment-Log-Splitters/9-ton/Horizontal/N-5yc1vZbxagZ1z0wtnwZ1z1t3tq?emt=plpfaq_2502_logsplitters" style="text-decoration: underline;">9 ton</a>, <a href="https://www.homedepot.com/b/Outdoors-Outdoor-Power-Equipment-Log-Splitters/10-ton/Horizontal/N-5yc1vZbxagZ1z0wtnwZ1z1t40t?emt=plpfaq_2502_logsplitters" style="text-decoration: underline;">10 ton</a>, and <a href="https://www.homedepot.com/b/Outdoors-Outdoor-Power-Equipment-Log-Splitters/12-ton/Horizontal/N-5yc1vZbxagZ1z0wtnwZ1z1t3tk?emt=plpfaq_2502_logsplitters" style="text-decoration: underline;">12 ton</a>.

What are the main types of log splitters, and which one is best for my needs?

We offer three main types: <a href="https://www.homedepot.com/b/Outdoors-Outdoor-Power-Equipment-Log-Splitters-Gas-Log-Splitters/N-5yc1vZ2fkol2v?emt=plpfaq_2502_logsplitters" style="text-decoration: underline;">gas</a>, <a href="https://www.homedepot.com/b/Outdoors-Outdoor-Power-Equipment-Log-Splitters-Electric-Log-Splitters/N-5yc1vZ2fkol2u?emt=plpfaq_2502_logsplitters" style="text-decoration: underline;">electric</a>, and <a href="https://www.homedepot.com/b/Outdoors-Outdoor-Power-Equipment-Log-Splitters-Manual-Log-Splitters/N-5yc1vZ2fkol2r?emt=plpfaq_2502_logsplitters" style="text-decoration: underline;">manual log splitters</a>. Gas log splitters are ideal for heavy-duty use and splitting large volumes of wood away from power outlets. Electric log splitters are quieter, require less maintenance, and are perfect for smaller jobs near a power source. Manual log splitters are the most portable and affordable for occasional use on smaller logs.

Which log splitters are the best selling?

The <a href="https://www.homedepot.com/p/YARDMAX-9-Ton-15-Amp-Portable-Electric-Log-Splitter-YS0952/315721615?emt=plpfaq_2502_logsplitters" style="text-decoration: underline;">9-Ton 15 Amp Portable Electric Log Splitter</a> is one of our best-selling log splitters.