Compare Paper Shredders
Updated March 2012
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Best paper shredder for home or small officePros: jam-free operation, automatic safety shutoff, shreds CDs, DVDs, paper clips and staples, quiet, durable induction motor, wheeled pull-out binCons: expensive, messy to empty, may reject unopened envelopes, heavyFellowesPS-79Ci043859527748614CrosscutPaper, staples, paper clips, credit cards, data discsLifetime on cutter, 2 years on machineConsole, pull-out binNA0.156 by 1.54 by 38Two (one slot for cards and discs, with safety cover)9 in.12 on / 20 off500 sheets paper, 25 cards, 10 CDsNoise reduction technologySensor turns unit off if hand too close to opening (unless CD slot is open)21.5 by 12.75 by 15.38Yes but may tearNoRear cord-wrapNA29.5 -
Budget home paper shredderPros: fast, safety sensor, handle for carrying wastecan, shreds staples, small clipsCons: doesn't handle unopened mail, can't shred CDs, shredded pieces 2 inches long, heavy when emptyFellowes3231001043859578160510CrosscutPaper, credit cards, staples, small paper clips5 years on cutters, one year on other partsWastebasjet30.156 by 2.04 by 50One (icon marks where to insert credit card)9 in.4 to 5 on / 20 off10 to 20 passesNot specified (no noise control)Sensor16.5 by 15 by12YesNoHandle on top1014 lbs.
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Basic paper shredder for light dutyPros: price, safety feature, overheat protectionCons: light duty, narrow slot, not for liner bags, fairly large confetti, small bin (3 gallons)not avail.WalmartNANANANACrosscutPaper, credit cards (one at a time), staples, small paper clips3 years on cutters, 1 year on other partsWastebasketN/A0.219 x 1.845.56 x 46.74One8.7 in.NANANACover for insertion slot; "SafeSense" shuts off power on "forced entry"15.71 x 7.32 x 12.09NoNoNone8.699
