This reliable electric log-splitter from leading brand Lawnflite employs a vertical splitting-motion, enabling it to handle a wide range of log-sizes (up to 105cm in length). The Lawnflite LS83000EV exerts an impressive 8-ton splitting-force and has a powerful 2700w electric motor. It can deal effectively with both hard and soft wood; and is suitable for heavy-duty domestic applications. The unit is fitted with transport-wheels and a handle, so it's easy to manoeuvre between storage and your area of work. The total weight of this log-splitter is just 97kg.

With its seriously powerful 3000w motor working with high-performance hydraulics to produce a huge 8-ton splitting-force, the range-topping Huyndai is capable of handling logs up to a lengthy 65cm and will take knotty, gnarly wood-types in its stride! Twin transport-wheels make it easy to manoeuvre into position; while an all-steel construction confers rugged durability. Weighs-in at 103kg.

With its seriously powerful 3000w motor working with high-performance hydraulics to produce a huge 8-ton splitting-force, the range-topping Feider FBE-8T100 is capable of handling logs up to a lengthy 106cm and will take knotty, gnarly wood-types in its stride! Twin transport-wheels make it easy to manoeuvre into position; while an all-steel construction confers rugged durability. Weighs-in at 128kg.