Forest MasterFM5D-TC Electric Log Splitter 5 Ton - 9 Second Cycle Time - Pre-Filled Ready for Use - UKCA/CE Compliant - Includes Workbench and Guard

I have literally never written a review before but I this product is so good I felt I had to. We bought this nearly a year ago. We have split at least 5 large pick-up truck full of logs and it is still going strong. Easily splitting a large pick-up truck full in a short afternoon. The splitter has split almost every log we have put in it, including well seasoned oak. For being a relatively small splitter it is great and is easy to use. It is one of the best things I have ever bought and has saved an incredible amount of back ache and hard work.It does struggle with the very biggest hardest logs with lots of knots. But we only had a few of these.If you have lots of wood to split I would highly recommend it, worth every penny.

Splits very knotty wood no problem, its a 4t one i have and you get into a good working rhythm. Very pleased with it.

Arrived next day - a day early.One of the best buys I ever made. We're self-sufficient in wood for the burner, and I was faced with a huge pile of logs, a heavy axe, a bad back, a shoulder sprain, and a heart full of dread. Kept putting off the logging until I suddenly thought of this gizmo, and for the price of two weekends hire, or 2 trips to the supermarket, I'm halfway through the pile in a couple of short sessions. What a relief.Using it on the ground is back-breaking, so I put it on my Workmate.The safety guard system is a pain, and I see that few people bother with it. My advice is: (1) always stand at the pusher end because logs that suddenly crack like a howitzer usually fire themselves past the wedge (ash particularly likes doing that); (2) use a safety helmet with a visor - I've not been hit yet, but I expect to before long. For the same reason, having to use 2 hands to start it makes sense, as you don't want a hand anywhere near the splitting wood.Most burners want wood no longer than 30cm (1 ft), so little point paying more for the 37cm model as you'll probably have to cut the wood down anyway, unless you have a big furnace.It is heavy, so you probably won't want to lug it around every time you use it.Oddly, the split wood seems rougher than when it's axed, but that's probably an advantage as it doesn't stack as tightly, so it should dry more quickly and catch fire more readily.And do read the instructions: the air valve should be kept open unless you're transporting it.

After much deliberation we decided on a log splitter ( having always worried about the safety of a chainsaw)Over the years we have turned away free fuel because the logs were too big. We have put our backs out on numerous occasions using a log splitter axe, we have wasted days chopping wood. Now we are at a point that we can't physically manage the backlash so it was a case of pay for pre chopped wood ( £250 a bag) lose the logburner or splash out £315 and be self sufficient.This sturdy, compact log splitter is a total game changer! We have it on a work bench. It is heavy but it needs to be and it has a handle and 2 wheels to move into position.It splits large logs with ease and speed. Easy to set up, easy and effcient to use. It's worth every penny. We are allocating our winter fuel allowance to pay for it. When we have logs that fit the fire, we don't need the gas central heating on and now we can accept free large logs that previously we couldn't.It is a fantastic and efficient piece of equipment. Wish we had known about it years ago. I obviously read lots of excellent reviews before purchasing and am happy to report they were all well deserved.Trust me, you will be like a kid a Christmas after you hit that switch and watch the ease in which it splits the largest of logs!

Took ages to assemble due to poor instructions.Had a nut and bolt missing from the pack, fortunately I had one so could improvise.Spring clips that hold the wheels on are a nightmare to remove and refit unless you have the proper tool. In the end I slung them and used split pins (hole provided in shaft) to retain the wheels. Would it cost that much more to provide a basic tool to do this job?I use to split my brought in cut logs with a small axe and hammer but it was starting to cause back problems so I invested in this. A game changer and It goes through the logs like butter. Well worth the money, and unless you have a work bench to put it on I would recommend the separate stand that goes with it even though it is a bit of a palaver to put together. Also be aware, the splitter is very heavy.