With a log splitter, splitting wood is done efficiently, quickly, and safely. It allows you to do woodwork for sauna and fireplace heating or cooking needs more easily and relaxedly than with an axe. A log splitter is a handy tool especially for larger woodwork, if you need a large amount of suitably sized logs at once. Log splitters are well protected, but as with all woodworking, it is advisable to still be careful and wear gloves to protect from splinters coming off the wood. Compared to an axe, using a log splitter does not require the same kind of strength and even a first-timer can split wood comfortably.