I just received my split-fire 4290 ordered with hi-flow (that makes it a 4413), log lifter, big wheels and 8 inch extra height. I would say the log lifter is a must and the extra height makes it very comfortable to operate. The machine is well designed and include many small but important details. The product is well assembled with quality and robust components. I particularly appreciate the GX390 Honda engine. I would definitely buy again with the same options.

— Andre Courtemanche

Andre Courtemanche — 4290 / 4413 Review

Very impressed with my new 2265 splitter with lift platform and gx200 engine.
Quality built, very fast cycle and great service at purchase.

— Guy Deschenes

Guy Deschenes — 2265 Review

The Split-Fire 2265 is a perfect machine – I am so thrilled I went with this model over others. The design of it is extremely well thought-through and everything seems designed with intention and usability & serviceability in mind. I ordered my 2265 in March 2025 directly through Split-Fire and they were fantastic to work with. They helped me ensure the model & options I chose fit my needs, and the splitter was shipped quickly from Canada to my home in the USA. It came fully assembled with the engine and hydraulic oil already filled – I just needed to put gas in the tank! The splitter works like a dream. Hasn’t got hung up with any knotty pieces I’ve thrown at it, and I can split a little under a full cord per hour without working too hard. I have 5 hours on the machine so far, and loving every minute of it. Would highly recommend the 2265 and this company for anyone looking for a new splitter.

— Nate Hurwitz

Nate Hurwitz — 2265 Review

Split fire is by far the best purchase. I can’t believe how fast this sucker splits logs. All of this done in less than 2 hours!!!
Log lift is a must have for an old guy like me. Never have i split this much so fast and am ready for more. I can’t say enough about the customer service to delivery and easy set up. Just add fuel and go.
Split fire if definitely worth the extra bucks if you want top of the line workhorse

— Rob Knoll

Rob Knoll — 3455/3465 Review

I’m telling you folks right now ! This Split-Fire 1165V way over past my expectations! Such a wonderful little powerhouse, if you’re thinking about one don’t wait this is the best affordable vertical wood splitter on the market. Thank you Split- Fire I couldn’t be happier 👍 PS 45minutes later!!!

— Dave Holmes

Dave Holmes — 2265 Review

Great splitter, I’ve been using it years!

— Derk Swart

Derk Swart — 2265 Review

Our new Split-Fire 2265 showed up today and I could not be more delighted with the product. I was expecting to have to do quite a bit of assembly, but it came fully assembled. Okay, I thought, I’ll just run into the city and grab some hydraulic oil and engine oil. After checking, I was pleased to learn the machine was fully ready go to – just add gas!! I gave it a warm welcome with a tank full of four-stroke Aspen fuel 😉.

Tested the machine out and am beyond ecstatic with how it works. Amazing torque even at low RPMs which keeps noise levels down; fast cycle time; generous log table to minimize handling; a real pleasure to operate!

It turns out buying Canadian-made pays off. So incredibly happy that I did not go with a big-box option.

Thank you for this wonderful product. I often say “Old sayings become old for a reason!” Turns out “You get what you pay for!”

Included a few pictures; this is not where we usually split! I was considering an electric splitter to keep the noise down in our semi-residential area, but have no concerns whatsoever about our splitter – the Honda engine is nice and quiet, makes way less noise than our lawnmower or pressure washer.

— Jared Carlberg

Jared Carlberg — 2265 Review

We ordered a Split-Fire 4290 in January and received it eight weeks later in March. We spoke with Dillon and Marco on the phone, and they were both very helpful. They had answers to all of our questions and helped us choose which machine to buy. They helped configure it with accessories to meet our specific needs. They even added a custom hitch to the back of the splitter. In the few months that we have owned the 4290, we have gotten a lot of use out of it, and it has met or exceeded all of our expectations. The splitter is very efficient at doing everything from small logs to massive sections of oak. It has lifted and split a few logs with a 40+ inch diameter and had no problems. We recently cut an oak tree with a 34 inch diameter and were impressed with how quickly and efficiently the splitter could process it into firewood. In addition to being so powerful, the machine is also remarkably fuel efficient. We can run the machine at full throttle while using the splitter wedge and log lifter constantly and still get four to six hours of work from one tank of gas. Overall, it is clear that the Split-Fire 4290 is incredibly well designed and tested. Before purchasing the 4290, we had used a competitor’s machine and were thoroughly impressed with how superior the Split-Fire has proven to be. People who have not split much wood would likely not think much of some of the smaller features such as the raised edge to prevent logs from falling off, but things like this make a huge difference and are a testament to how well it was designed. Though it is not cheap, if you are looking for a powerful, reliable, efficient, and well thought out log splitter, the Split-Fire 4290 is one of the best log splitters on the market.

— Scott Lawless

Scott Lawless — 4290 Review