We are living in the 21st century and are on the verge of starting the last year of the second decade. In this era, we need all those items that can assist our lives and make it easier. Hence, if you are still getting out of cars and opening doors then you need a serious update! This is why various companies in and out of the US are designing gate openers.
Yes, you heard it right! If you didn’t know till now, then now you know! You don’t have to walk out of your car to open or close the gates because now we have electrical and automatic gate openers for that! These are controlled through remotes and are backed up by batteries that are powered by solar energy!
Hence, here are 8 best electrical sliding gate openers for you. In our opinion despite a general lack of satisfaction for Mighty Mule, model MM562 isn’t really a bad deal!
ALEKO AC1400NOR
To get rid of the contemporary gate opening duties the first electrical gate opener that we have for you is by Alecko. Combined with its accessories you can get this opened for a little above $300. This price is rightly justified with the remarkable service that this gate opener provides through its chain drive program.
Installing the device will not be a hassle as it is not heavy and yet works incredibly even with large and heavier gates. The whole package would involve the main motor, a chain drive, remotes, and a passcode device. Alecko is a good choice if you want something for the industry like strength.
Features:
This device is a chain drive gate opener that provides it the right strength for opening up gates that can be as heavy as 1400 pounds and as tall as 40 feet. The motor is of type AC of 110V hence, it provides the exceptional strength and function that you would need from a gate opener guarding your property.
Secondly, as there is a device that will open your door automatically then you would definitely need a controller. Hence, this gate opener comes with two controls that can be programmed and run efficiently by the user.
Further, the device can also be controlled by more than 100 remotes through an external device for creating the link. The gate opener is made of alloy called chassis which resist all sorts of oxidization or any sort of corrosion, hence, it can work for a longer time period.
Moreover, it is not as heavy as one would expect hence easier to handle and easier to manage and install. As the process is quite automated and lacks human interaction therefore, it is designed with such sensors that inhibits the door from closing in case of any obstruction in the way. This prevents accidents.
- Safety sensors protect from accidents
- Easy to handle and install
- Remote controlled
- Not a reliable warranty
Verdict:
Biltek Gate Opener
Another one that we have on the list is also a chain drive gate opener which is 20 feet, these can be divided into two or could be used as one unit. Strong enough to control a door weighing 1400 pounds and 40 feet tall. This gate opener will cost you a bit above $250 and comes with wireless remote controls.
For those who will install the gate opener themselves, it comes with a detailed user guide, all the necessary hardware, and items that will be needed for installation. Hence, installing it will not be trouble too.
Features:
This is an automated gate opener hence, it comes with a wireless remote. This means it saves you from the trouble of getting out of the car and opening the gates because all you would have to do would be pressing some buttons.
Another interesting feature is that it has an auto-close option that could be set from 12, 24 and 36 seconds which means that it will close the door itself. Hence, if you forget closing it from the remote it will do the work itself.
Then there’s also a pedestrian mode which lifts up the door so people can enter without the complete opening of the gate. Another feature that will save many people from the daily hassle.
The remote control that is present lets you have control over each of the above functions described. It let you open, close, set it on pedestrian mode or auto-close it.
- Full control through remote
- Auto-close feature present
- Auto-reverse feature presents
- Perfect for industrial use as well
- Despite manual instructions installation can be troublesome
Verdict:
US Automatic Sentry 300S
Are you a patriot who only believes in what is made by his country? Then we have a gate opener that will surely meet your requirements. This gate opener is a good quality gate opener which will require a bit of your do-it-yourself hard work.
It weighs around 34 lbs which makes it a bit heavier but it does eliminate the struggle of getting it functioned. As you only need to assemble it and plug it and before you know it will be up for functioning. The package comes with chargers, transmitters, and all the hardware that you would need for installation.
Feature:
This gate opener has a 12V battery of type DC which shows it’s efficiency. DC motors are more proficient than their AC counterparts.
As any battery needs charging, so, not only it has the AC transformer charger. But you can also charge the battery of your Sentry 300 S through solar energy. Hence, with the natural source of energy, you can have your battery up and running!
Further, the installation of US Sentry 300 S isn’t as demanding as others. It doesn’t have the hassle of wiring. All you have to do is plug it in and then you are good to go.
This gate opener provides convenient for various types of gates be it on a farm, industry, or normal house. From 12 to 20 feet tall gates it can handle everything.
- 30% tax exemption if charged through solar energy
- Easy installation and works through plug-in
- Similar open and close times for different gates
- Complains about being noisy
Verdict:
Mighty Mule Gate Opener
On the fourth, we have an automatic gate opener by Mighty Mule which is on the expensive side but this one is the second on the list that can be operated through solar panels. This is why in its name it is referred to as EZGO-Solar. It weighs around 30 pounds which doesn’t make it the lightest as well.
This gate opener is also a DIY project. However, if you aren’t really big in DIY projects it’s better that you call up an electrician. The company also offers a year warranty and also technical supports. Hence, for any issues, you can call up the team to get the matter sorted out. Apart from all the items, you will need for the DIY, the remote and solar panels are part of the package.
Feature:
The most important feature of any gate opener is the gate that it can handle. When it comes to Mighty Mule, it may be mighty but it’s not as mighty as others. It can handle a gate of 550 pounds at max and around 16 ft tall.
One thing which can make it your favorite is its the feature that it can handle doors of any type be it wood, vinyl, chain driven, or any other type.
As this gate opener has to be installed by the user themselves therefore, a user-friendly manual and instruction DVD gives with the package as well.
It needs a 12 V battery or a marine type battery and the power source should be AC or through a solar panel. The latter also provides 30% tax credit.
- Easy DIY installation
- A whole year warranty
- Good for different types of gates
- A bit expensive
Verdict:
Liftmaster LA400PKGU
If you have been a part of garage door openers or gate door openers for a while now then Liftmaster wouldn’t be an unknown name. This one belongs to the family of gate and garage door openers that has quite an extensive list of products. However, as compared to the others that we have on the list it surely is on a quite expensive side.
Hence, be cautious and sure when you decide to invest in it. The main package includes the main opener and its control board, a secondary arm and safety sensors which might act as a camera as well.
Features:
One important and interesting feature that you will have in this gate opener is an LED display that will alert the users if any problem arises. Hence, you will know when the machine needs repairing or attention.
This one by Liftmaster is also solar panel enabled. Which makes it not only dependent on battery but you can get enough energy from solar energy as well. Further, it has extensive and well-planned programming which makes the door closes simultaneously in an organized way.
For the high-security purpose, the door closes faster as soon as the vehicle pass by the sensors. But the one thing that is quite exceptional in this gate opener device is that it is enabled to HomeLink and you can easily connect it through WiFi
- WiFi Enabled for easier control
- Solar energy enabled
- Good security system
- Extremely expensive
Verdict:
Ghost Control TSS1XP
Next up we have a device by Ghost Control a company that designs automatic gate openers that will be the huge assist to your property. Lying on the price range a bit above $500 they are one of the prominent names in the industry serving a large customer base annually.
Weighing 26 pounds this gate opener by Ghost Control isn’t the heaviest on the list. It is another DIY gate opener that has to be assembled and put together by the user. And one interesting part is like the above few this one also runs on solar energy. Mounting brackets, solar panel, remotes, AC transformers, user guides are few of the items that are part of the kit that comes as the package.
Features:
One thing which every user would want from their device is for them to be smooth in their functioning and be quiet. This Ghost Control gate opener is as quiet as the ghost. Furthermore, assembling and mounting this gate opener will not be a hassle as it’s quite easy to put.
Furthermore, the point that impacts a lot of people is the warranty that the company gives. By paying a bit above $500 you are gaining lifetime warranty on motors and around 24 months warranty on the accessories that comes with the device.
This one will work nicely with various sorts of gates and would require a 12V battery which is of DC type and solar power cables with solar panels for its operation.
As mentioned above it is an easy installation so you don’t have to call up anyone else for installation as it doesn’t require any welding work.
- Quite easy installation
- Quiet and efficient working
- Long and reliable warranty
- Many users complain about working
Verdict:
Mighty Mule MM562
We are back again with yet another Mighty Mule gate opener it is a bit expensive than the one above and cost a bit above $700. So, if you are investing in it then read what we have ahead carefully. This one is specially designed for dual gates which means they are suitable for large properties.
It can take care of large and heavier gates weighing around 850 pounds. It is referred to as heavy-duty gate which means that apart from large estates and mansion it can very well be used in industries. The device itself weighs around 23 pounds which means it is not that heavier and has a warranty of 1.5 years.
Features:
Firstly, this gate opener is designed for heavier gates hence, it works great with double swing gates and can be easily installed in the industrial site. This one isn’t that hard to install, for those who enjoy doing do-it-yourself projects can install this device through manuals and DVDs that are part of the package.
Also, it is perfect for different gate types so you will not have to wonder about your gates and can have it installed no matter what your gate type is.
Furthermore, to make it environment-friendly this device could also be operated through solar panels. Hence, if energy goes out the stored up energy of solar panels can have it functioning. This device also gives extended warranty which means it will be efficiently working for 18 months with full technical support.
- Constant technical support available
- Supports heavier gates
- Easy installation
- Battery issues of the device
Verdict:
Mighty Mule MMSL2000B
Last on the list we have another Mighty Mule gate opener, unlike the other two, this one is quite expensive and should be considered if you are willing to spend well above $1000. It weighs 60 pounds which surely makes it way heavier than any on the list, but it does justify its heaviness by lifting heavier gates than others.
Moreover, this one is specified as the gate opener that could be used by large commercial or large domestic estates. The package comes with all the necessary items that would be needed in putting it up along with transformers, battery and etc.
Features:
It may be heavier and even expensive but it does come with all the necessary items that you would require from installing to operating the device.
This gate opener works on all kinds of materials from wood to vinyl till it’s a sliding gate and this gate can easily take up to 1000 pounds with ease. Hence, installing this gate for your residential to commercial areas isn’t a bad choice.
This device is equipped with high security as it connects to the intercom, phone system, reads the card to ensure the entrance of related people.
It has a battery included of 12-volt power that could be charged through a transformer or even solar panel making working quite proficient. Lastly, this gate opener provides a warranty of around 2 years with ease.
- Can lift quite heavier gates
- Has good two years warranty
- Good security system
- Lacks customer satisfaction
- Extremely expensive
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