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Our Top Choice
Chamberlain WD962KEV 3/4 HPS MyQ Belt Drive Garage Door Opener
Chamberlain is a creator of premium garage door openers like this one, which features rugged power and reliable durability. We also loved the fact that it’s “whisper quiet.”
Quiet Operation. Battery backup. Reliable design. MyQ technology for smartphone connectivity.
Expensive compared to lower-end products, but well worth the price.
Belt Drive
¾ Horsepower
Low
Battery Backup Included
2 Remotes, Wireless Entry System
Best Value
Sommer 1042V001 Direct Drive Garage Door Opener
Sommer's German made products stand up to the highest standards. This extremely quiet direct drive opener is easy to install and reliable.
Very quiet with almost no vibrations. Lifetime warranty on entire product – not just chain & motor. Easy installation.
None.
Direct Drive
¾ Horsepower
Very Low
No Battery Backup
Full Lifetime Warranty
Liftmaster 8500 Elite Series® Wall Mount Garage Door Opener
This unique side-mounted garage door opener features the sophistication and power you'd expect from all of Liftmaster's products.
Compatible with HomeLink. Can be connected with free MyQ Smartphone app. Easy installation.
Requires front mount torsion springs for compatibility purposes.
Direct Drive
Not Disclosed: Very Powerful
Very Low
Battery Backup Included
Smart Controls & App
Decko Products24300 3/4hp Garage Door Opener Chain Drive
Decko has been molding their products for consumers since 1932. That's why this chain drive garage solution is reliable, easy to install and easy to adjust.
Easy to install. Pushh-button adjustments. Powerful. Durable, even in extreme weather. 20-point inspection.
Not as quiet as higher-end models.
Chain Drive
¾ Horsepower
Medium
No Battery Backup
Auto Reverse System
Genie 1022-TH ½ HP Chain Drive Garage Door Opener
Genie is a symbol of quality and value among homeowners. This simple and effective chain driven garage door opener gets the job done and includes everything you need.
Inexpensive. Reinforced T-beams for added safety and durability. 2 3-button remotes.
Fewer custom options than competitors, but well worth its modest price.
½ Horsepower
Chain Drive
Medium
No Battery Backup
Simple Installation