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Make short work of your firewood with our pick of the best splitting axes and mauls <\/p>

By Matt Breen\n <\/p>

Published: Wednesday, 10 January 2024 at 09:12 AM<\/p>

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Axes are all pretty much the same, right? Wrong. Different activities require different types of axe – and if you\u2019re looking for one to efficiently split your firewood, you\u2019ll need a splitting axe. This is sometimes also called a maul.<\/p>

Read on below for more information on how to pick the right axe for you, and the difference between a splitting axe and a chopping axe. <\/p>

Looking for log splitters? Take a look at our guide to the best manual and electronic devices to prepare winter firewood<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>

What size axe for splitting wood?<\/strong><\/h2>

Splitting axes and mauls come in a range of sizes, too – from small, single-handed hatchet-sized options to long-handled models intended to be swung with both hands. The size you\u2019ll pick will depend on the size and toughness of your wood. It may well be a wise idea to buy both a single- and double-handed option.<\/p>

Here’s how to choose a splitting axe<\/strong><\/p>