TOPENS A8132 Dual Swing Gate Opener

I installed these gate actuators a few weeks ago and they seem to be working fine after spending some time fine tuning their operation. They are very easy to install with clear instructions and there is also a video tutorial available on Youtube. Despite having light gates I went for the more powerful actuator arms because I was concerned about how they would hold without having a centre stop on the driveway. I found that in windy conditions they would start to flap around and was concerned about damage occurring. To resolve this I made the stainless steel rising stops ( as our driveway is sloped) shown in the photos to butt against a central stop and also found that if you set the arms to stop one slightly short of closed position and the other slightly past the central position they will force against each other to provide a firm rigid closed gate which resists wind pressure.I also added a lock as shown in the photos.I mounted the control panels within another waterproof enclosure with battery back up.I also wanted remote access operated by the Amazon Echo Alexa device so installed a Shelly remote WIFI module so that it can be button or voice operated.The kit represents great value for money but as to be expected there are some areas for improvement. I would have preferred stainless steel parts to prevent rusting and so replaced all fixings with stainless steel. The gates are operated with the supplied remote control (or in my case Alexa) but can only cycle through the operation so with each press it opens, stops, closes, opens, stops, closes and so on. It would have been nice be able to actively select open, close or stop with separate inputs on the control panel.Another annoying feature I had to overcome was that I wanted to disable the photocell on the street side of the gates on opening because when you open them for a delivery they will walk forwards and stop the open operation. I came up with a way of making sure this feature is only enabled on closing the gates.I'm hoping to do a Youtube video in the near future showing the installation and modifications I carried out so if interested keep an eye out on there.I had a slight issue after installation and found the response from Topens ( Joyce ) to be second to none. I received a prompt response within 24 hours and was sent replacement parts so was very impressed with the Topens customer experience.

Ive had this kit for a good while now, and also to the point where ive had to contact Topens direct for help and support so I think im in a good position to provide a real review.First off the product itself. A brilliant piece of kit. Well made and sturdy, easy to install yourself if you've a little common sense and a drill, and the instructions are very clear and easy to follow. The units are smooth, reasonably quiet and have a decent amount of features such as soft stop, delays to opening and closing and adjustable force stop.Once installed I had about 2 years of trouble free use and then one of my gate openers would operate open or closed for a short burst and stop after around 200mm of travel. I contacted customer support and spoke to Bella who was very helpful and gave ne a comprehensive list of tests to carry out rather than just sell me a replacement arm, although they were happy for me to do just that if I wanted too. Upon opening the control unit to conduct the tests it became apparent that a few small friends had got into the board casing and settled on the PCB damaging it. This was possible because stupidly I'd not sealed up 2 small cable openings so it was my own fault.I contacted Bella again who said the board was normally not available separately, but they wpuld be happy to send one out for a very reasonable cost considering the shipping distance too, and once it arrived I fitted it and this solved all of my issues so saving me buying an arm right off the bat that would have not only been far more expensive sice but also not required. The gates have operated brilliantly and easily as good with features of much more expensive products, and their customer service has been speedy and faultless. I'd highly recommend them.

I did a lot of research into the various offerings from suppliers for automated gate systems. Eventually I decided on the Topens unit as it looked well built , the on line instructions and video were clear, and there were good reports about the customer support. Although I have never fitted automated gates before, everything fitted as it should and the gates worked correctly. The two electronics boxes are well sealed against the weather. It is worth noting that the terminals used for wiring pull off to make the wiring easier and then can be plugged in again. I didn't see this in the manual and it took a bit of time to work it out although in fairness it is in the video which I missed. There was a minor issue with one of the actuators but the tech support was every bit as good as promised and this was resolved within 24 hrs. The distance from the gates to the house was on the 20m range limit but this has not been an issue. I did fit the WiFi extender as I needed extra range for one of the remotes. If you are thinking of fitting an automatic gate kit, then I would have no hesitation in suggesting the Topens unit.

I needed a gate opener for a property in Portugal, and although there are companies in Europe, after doing a lot of research, based on reviews of the product and the customer service, I decided on the Topens. Because i could not get them in Portugal, I purchased them in the UK and had them shipped them over. All I can say is, it was worth the effort.The kit supplies everything you need, and some, they are easy to fit, instructions were simple to follow and they work perfectly.I also fitted the ET24 electric lock for extra security, which again was simple to fit. The hardest part was making the cable look good on the gate. My problem, not Topens.I had a slight technical situation which was handled quickly and expertly by their customer service.I would like to give special thanks to Chloe, you are a credit to the company.I woul highly recommend the Topens A8132 for both the quality of the equipment and for the customer service should you ever need it.

I purchased these based on other reviews.They’ve been installed for 6 months now and only had small issue with one of the openers but that was rectified and a replacement was sent out.I will admit when you first install them they are like a dream so quiet but after a couple of months they definitely get noisy I asked if it was normal and was told yes so I just put up with it. They will need greasing etc every 6 months just keep everything running smoothly.The product itself is super easy to install and the manual is actually half decent.For a cheaper alternative to the expensive models they work well and are worth the money.Few niggles here and there but eventually you learn to live with them the noise being the biggest one.

All works well - the instructions are excellent and easy to follow.One gate motor is noisier than the other - have tried to lubricate and will keep an eye on performance.Easy to connect accessories - I fitted a wireless intercom and the electronic eyes without any issues.

Just had these openers installed on our heavy drive gates. Working very well and pretty straightforward to set up.We live in quite a windy location and we chose these partly for that reason as they are strong and can withstand the weather.Also they’re very inconspicuous and don’t stand out on our fares at all. We chose them partially due to the colour aswell as our gates are the same colour.We will be getting a small battery to supply the UPS (supplied) if a power cut prevents us using them temporarily. We have a metal box installled next to our gates to house the gate board and ups but they come with waterproof covers anyway.I'm still trying to work out how to keep them open if I want them open rather than auto closing.Also, I got the brackets powder coated, partly to match the black gates and partly to prevent rusting.All in all very pleased with them.

I must start this review by stating that I am an electrical engineer, which probably informs my opinion on this product.I bought this to automate some new gates, which are solid hardwood with a width of 3.2m and height of 2.1m. I was a bit apprehensive as these are quite heavy but I needn't have been concerned. In terms of installation, the user guide is very clear and logically laid out. The components are clearly labelled and everything is included to fit the units and get them up and running. The installation took about three hours and everything worked out of the box. One piece of advice I would give is to keep checking the tightness of all of the nuts and bolts on the moutings as any play is multiplied along the length of the gates and could give issues on closing. Topens, why not give some indication of torque values to help get these right?.After about 2 months, I had an issue with the main PCB. Customer care were great and identified the fault for me. A new board was swiftly dispatched and repair is now underway. Just waiting for snow to clear!