ALEKO® GG1700 Heavy Duty Swing Gate Opener for Dual Swing Gates
This gate opener is reviewed among the best because of its ability to handle super heavy dual gates that weight up to 1700 pounds and are as high as 26 feet. They come with a one year warranty, and have a built-in auto-close adjustable program (0-99secs). It also has a stop/reverse system in case it meets an obstruction during opening/closing. The gate is designed with a stop start & soft stop function, and also has an emergency release key used during power blackout.
Mighty Mule Automatic Gate Opener for Heavy Duty Dual Swing Gates
It has incredible features that are backed with an 18 month warranty and technical support. It is perfect for tube, chain link, ornamental, vinyl, wood and panel gates and any other. It’s designed for gates up to 850 lbs and 18 feet high. It’s a DIY installation gate coming with a very interactive DVD for further assistance. It does not require an electrician or welding. A 30% Residential Energy Efficient Tax Credit is also available on purchase of a 10 watt solar panel model FM123.
ALEKO® AS1200 Electric Gate Opener Operator for Dual Swing Gates
It is a design for gates up to 660 lbs and 10 feet and comes with a 1 year warranty. It is a battery operated gate (not included) and can either use AC or DC power. Solar panel, backup batteries, photocells, wireless keypad, flash lamp and push button can all be used with the gate though they aren’t included in the package.
ALEKO® AS900 ACC Gate Opener Operator for Dual Swing Gates
This gate opener can either be Ac or DC powered and is designed to work with gates that are up to 500 lbs and 10 feet in height. It can use a solar panel hence energy efficient and convenient during blackouts. It comes with a soft start & soft stop and other accessories such as the push-button, the photocells, flash lamp and keypad are included in the package. The gate opener can also work with batteries (not included) and comes with a one year warranty.
Buying a gate opener is one thing but buying a good gate opener is another. Gate openers are quite expensive and it will be a disappointment if you buy one that will break down very fast. It is also important that you know the specifications of your gate in terms of height and weight. This is to avoid any scenario where you buy a good dual gate opener that’s not compatible with your gate. Doing some research will always save you so much.