AuroraSpec score 8.6
Micro cut, Up to 8 sheets
+Micro-cut shreds paper for high security
+Meets P-4 security level
+Shreds credit cards
−Shreds up to 8 sheets per pass
$52.98-9%List: $57.99
as of 11/03/2026 22:00 PST - DetailsProduct details
Spec score8.6
Pros+Micro-cut shreds paper for high security
+Meets P-4 security level
+Shreds credit cards
+Includes 3.5-gallon wastebasket
Cons−Shreds up to 8 sheets per pass
Compared with the 33 Paper Shredders on this page+Micro cut: the highest cut of the 28 here
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StaplesSpec score 8.6
Micro cut, 9 to 14 sheets
+Micro cut pattern for high document security
+Anti-jam feature reduces paper jams
+Handles 9 to 14 sheets per pass
$82.49
as of 11/04/2026 04:39 PST - DetailsProduct details
Spec score8.6
Pros+Micro cut pattern for high document security
+Anti-jam feature reduces paper jams
+Handles 9 to 14 sheets per pass
+5 gallon bin capacity
Compared with the 33 Paper Shredders on this page+Micro cut: the highest cut of the 28 here
+9 to 14 sheets: only 1 of 25 here have a higher sheet capacity
+Anti-jam: only 8 of 33 here have one
−Takes credit cards not listed: 20 of the 33 here list one
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AuroraSpec score 8.4
Cross cut, Up to 8 sheets
+Crosscut shreds paper into small pieces
+Shreds credit cards
+Shreds up to 8 sheets per pass
−Crosscut is less secure than micro-cut
−Does not list CD shredding
$44.98-10%List: $49.98
as of 11/03/2026 22:00 PST - DetailsProduct details
Spec score8.4
Pros+Crosscut shreds paper into small pieces
+Shreds credit cards
+Shreds up to 8 sheets per pass
+Includes a wastebasket
Cons−Crosscut is less secure than micro-cut
−Does not list CD shredding
Compared with the 33 Paper Shredders on this page+Cross cut: only 2 of 28 here have a higher cut
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AuroraSpec score 9.1
Cross cut, 9 to 14 sheets
+Anti-jam feature reduces paper jams
+Crosscut shreds paper into small pieces
+Shreds CDs and credit cards
−Crosscut is less secure than micro-cut
$97.46
as of 11/03/2026 22:00 PST - DetailsProduct details
Spec score9.1
Pros+Anti-jam feature reduces paper jams
+Crosscut shreds paper into small pieces
+Shreds CDs and credit cards
+Shreds 9 to 14 sheets per pass
Cons−Crosscut is less secure than micro-cut
Compared with the 33 Paper Shredders on this page+9 to 14 sheets: only 1 of 25 here have a higher sheet capacity
+Cross cut: only 2 of 28 here have a higher cut
+Anti-jam: only 8 of 33 here have one
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BonsaiiSpec score 8.4
Cross cut, 9 to 14 sheets
+P-4 security level for sensitive documents
+Cross-cut shredding for higher security than strip cut
+Shreds credit cards for identity protection
−Sheet capacity of 9 to 14 sheets is modest for large volumes
$59.99
as of 11/03/2026 22:10 PST - DetailsProduct details
Spec score8.4
Pros+P-4 security level for sensitive documents
+Cross-cut shredding for higher security than strip cut
+Shreds credit cards for identity protection
Cons−Sheet capacity of 9 to 14 sheets is modest for large volumes
Compared with the 33 Paper Shredders on this page+9 to 14 sheets: only 1 of 25 here have a higher sheet capacity
+Cross cut: only 2 of 28 here have a higher cut
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AuroraSpec score 8.2
Strip cut, Up to 8 sheets
+Portable design with extendable arm
+Shreds credit cards
+Shreds up to 8 sheets per pass
−Strip cut is less secure than micro-cut
−Does not include a wastebasket
$34.38
as of 11/03/2026 22:00 PST - DetailsProduct details
Spec score8.2
Pros+Portable design with extendable arm
+Shreds credit cards
+Shreds up to 8 sheets per pass
Cons−Strip cut is less secure than micro-cut
−Does not include a wastebasket
Compared with the 33 Paper Shredders on this page−Strip cut: 23 of the 28 here have a higher cut
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StaplesSpec score 9.1
Cross cut, 9 to 14 sheets
+Cross cut pattern for higher document security
+Anti-jam feature reduces paper jams
+Shreds credit cards and staples
$68.99
as of 11/04/2026 04:39 PST - DetailsProduct details
Spec score9.1
Pros+Cross cut pattern for higher document security
+Anti-jam feature reduces paper jams
+Shreds credit cards and staples
+Handles 9 to 14 sheets per pass
Compared with the 33 Paper Shredders on this page+9 to 14 sheets: only 1 of 25 here have a higher sheet capacity
+Cross cut: only 2 of 28 here have a higher cut
+Anti-jam: only 8 of 33 here have one
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BonsaiiSpec score 8.4
Cross cut, 9 to 14 sheets
+P-4 security level for sensitive documents
+Cross-cut shredding for higher security than strip cut
+Shreds credit cards for identity protection
−Sheet capacity of 9 to 14 sheets is modest for large volumes
$64.99-28%List: $89.99
as of 11/03/2026 22:10 PST - DetailsProduct details
Spec score8.4
Pros+P-4 security level for sensitive documents
+Cross-cut shredding for higher security than strip cut
+Shreds credit cards for identity protection
+5.5-gallon bin for collected shreds
Cons−Sheet capacity of 9 to 14 sheets is modest for large volumes
Compared with the 33 Paper Shredders on this page+9 to 14 sheets: only 1 of 25 here have a higher sheet capacity
+Cross cut: only 2 of 28 here have a higher cut
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QuestlemonSpec score 8.4
Cross cut, Up to 8 sheets
+P-4 security level for sensitive documents
+Cross cut pattern for higher document security
+Shreds credit cards
−Limited to up to 8 sheets per pass
$59.99-14%List: $69.99
as of 11/04/2026 00:48 PST - DetailsProduct details
Spec score8.4
Pros+P-4 security level for sensitive documents
+Cross cut pattern for higher document security
+Shreds credit cards
+Handles up to 8 sheets per pass
+4 gallon bin capacity
Cons−Limited to up to 8 sheets per pass
Compared with the 33 Paper Shredders on this page+Cross cut: only 2 of 28 here have a higher cut
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BonsaiiSpec score 8.2
Strip cut, Up to 8 sheets
−Strip cut: 23 of the 28 here have a higher cut
$32.99-8%List: $35.99
as of 11/03/2026 22:10 PST - DetailsProduct details
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SuntikoSpec score 8.4
Cross cut
+P-4 security level for sensitive documents
+Cross cut pattern for home privacy
+Anti-jam feature with reverse mode
−Compact design suits only light paper volumes
$34.99
as of 11/04/2026 05:36 PST - DetailsProduct details
Spec score8.4
Pros+P-4 security level for sensitive documents
+Cross cut pattern for home privacy
+Anti-jam feature with reverse mode
Cons−Compact design suits only light paper volumes
Compared with the 33 Paper Shredders on this page+Cross cut: only 2 of 28 here have a higher cut
+Anti-jam: only 8 of 33 here have one
−Takes credit cards not listed: 20 of the 33 here list one
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Vingvo
Strip cut
+Manual operation needs no electricity
+Compact desktop size for small paper jobs
+Strip cut for basic paper disposal
−Strip cut offers less security than cross cut
$19.81
as of 11/04/2026 00:06 PST - DetailsProduct details
Pros+Manual operation needs no electricity
+Compact desktop size for small paper jobs
+Strip cut for basic paper disposal
Cons−Strip cut offers less security than cross cut
Compared with the 33 Paper Shredders on this page−Strip cut: 23 of the 28 here have a higher cut
−Takes credit cards not listed: 20 of the 33 here list one
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BonsaiiSpec score 8.7
Cross cut, 15 to 24 sheets
+P-4 security level for sensitive documents
+Cross cut shredding with CD shredding capability
+Shreds credit cards along with paper
$79.99
as of 11/03/2026 22:10 PST - DetailsProduct details
Spec score8.7
Pros+P-4 security level for sensitive documents
+Cross cut shredding with CD shredding capability
+Shreds credit cards along with paper
+Shreds 15 to 24 sheets per pass
Compared with the 33 Paper Shredders on this page+15 to 24 sheets: the highest sheet capacity of the 25 here
+Cross cut: only 2 of 28 here have a higher cut
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BonsaiiSpec score 9.1
Cross cut, 9 to 14 sheets
+P-4 security level for sensitive documents
+Anti-jam system reduces paper clogging
+Shreds CDs for discarding sensitive optical media
−Sheet capacity of 9 to 14 sheets is modest for large volumes
$93.49-12%List: $106.24
as of 11/03/2026 22:10 PST - DetailsProduct details
Spec score9.1
Pros+P-4 security level for sensitive documents
+Anti-jam system reduces paper clogging
+Shreds CDs for discarding sensitive optical media
+Shreds credit cards for identity protection
+5.5-gallon bin for collected shreds
Cons−Sheet capacity of 9 to 14 sheets is modest for large volumes
Compared with the 33 Paper Shredders on this page+9 to 14 sheets: only 1 of 25 here have a higher sheet capacity
+Cross cut: only 2 of 28 here have a higher cut
+Anti-jam: only 8 of 33 here have one
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BonsaiiSpec score 8.4
Cross cut, 9 to 14 sheets
+Cross-cut shredding for higher security than strip cut
+Shreds credit cards for identity protection
+5.5-gallon bin with transparent window for fill level
−Sheet capacity of 9 to 14 sheets is modest for large volumes
$58.99-5%List: $61.99
as of 11/03/2026 22:10 PST - DetailsProduct details
Spec score8.4
Pros+Cross-cut shredding for higher security than strip cut
+Shreds credit cards for identity protection
+5.5-gallon bin with transparent window for fill level
Cons−Sheet capacity of 9 to 14 sheets is modest for large volumes
Compared with the 33 Paper Shredders on this page+9 to 14 sheets: only 1 of 25 here have a higher sheet capacity
+Cross cut: only 2 of 28 here have a higher cut
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BonsaiiSpec score 8.4
Cross cut, Up to 8 sheets
+P-4 security level for sensitive documents
+Cross cut shredding for paper
+Shreds credit cards along with paper
−Shreds up to 8 sheets, the smallest capacity in this set
$38.99
as of 11/03/2026 22:10 PST - DetailsProduct details
Spec score8.4
Pros+P-4 security level for sensitive documents
+Cross cut shredding for paper
+Shreds credit cards along with paper
+Shreds up to 8 sheets per pass
Cons−Shreds up to 8 sheets, the smallest capacity in this set
Compared with the 33 Paper Shredders on this page+Cross cut: only 2 of 28 here have a higher cut
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BonsaiiSpec score 7.6
Strip cut, Up to 8 sheets
+Shreds up to 8 sheets per pass
+Extendable arm design for wider reach
+Overheat protection helps prevent motor damage
−Strip cut does not shred credit cards
−Strip cut leaves larger pieces than cross or micro cut
$26.99
as of 11/03/2026 22:10 PST - DetailsProduct details
Spec score7.6
Pros+Shreds up to 8 sheets per pass
+Extendable arm design for wider reach
+Overheat protection helps prevent motor damage
Cons−Strip cut does not shred credit cards
−Strip cut leaves larger pieces than cross or micro cut
Compared with the 33 Paper Shredders on this page−Strip cut: 23 of the 28 here have a higher cut
−Takes credit cards not listed: 20 of the 33 here list one
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SuntikoSpec score 9.0
Cross cut, Up to 8 sheets
+P-4 security level for sensitive documents
+Cross cut pattern for higher document security
+Anti-jam feature with reverse mode
−Limited to up to 8 sheets per pass
$42.99
as of 11/04/2026 05:36 PST - DetailsProduct details
Spec score9.0
Pros+P-4 security level for sensitive documents
+Cross cut pattern for higher document security
+Anti-jam feature with reverse mode
+Shreds credit cards
+Handles up to 8 sheets per pass
Cons−Limited to up to 8 sheets per pass
Compared with the 33 Paper Shredders on this page+Cross cut: only 2 of 28 here have a higher cut
+Anti-jam: only 8 of 33 here have one
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Wingwise
Cross cut
+P-4 security level for sensitive documents
+Cross cut pattern for home privacy
+2.6 gallon basket capacity
−Holds only 10 sheets per pass
$69.99
as of 11/04/2026 08:35 PST - DetailsProduct details
Pros+P-4 security level for sensitive documents
+Cross cut pattern for home privacy
+2.6 gallon basket capacity
+10-minute runtime per session
Cons−Holds only 10 sheets per pass
Compared with the 33 Paper Shredders on this page+Cross cut: only 2 of 28 here have a higher cut
−Takes credit cards not listed: 20 of the 33 here list one
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WoolscheSpec score 9.0
Cross cut, Up to 8 sheets
+P-4 security level for sensitive documents
+Cross cut pattern for home privacy
+3.45 gallon basket holds more shredded paper
−Shreds up to 8 sheets per pass
$42.99
as of 11/04/2026 08:37 PST - DetailsProduct details
Spec score9.0
Pros+P-4 security level for sensitive documents
+Cross cut pattern for home privacy
+3.45 gallon basket holds more shredded paper
+Anti-jam feature for smoother use
+Shreds credit cards
Cons−Shreds up to 8 sheets per pass
Compared with the 33 Paper Shredders on this page+Cross cut: only 2 of 28 here have a higher cut
+Anti-jam: only 8 of 33 here have one
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BonsaiiSpec score 8.2
Strip cut, Up to 8 sheets
+Strip-cut design for everyday paper shredding
+Shreds up to 8 sheets at a time
+Handles CDs and credit cards
−Strip cut leaves larger pieces than micro cut
$38.99
as of 11/03/2026 22:10 PST - DetailsAuroraSpec score 8.4
Cross cut, Up to 8 sheets
+Shreds credit cards along with paper
+Handles up to 8 sheets per pass
+Includes a 3.7-gallon wastebasket
−Cross-cut leaves larger particles than micro-cut models
$54.98
as of 11/03/2026 22:00 PST - DetailsProduct details
Spec score8.4
Pros+Shreds credit cards along with paper
+Handles up to 8 sheets per pass
+Includes a 3.7-gallon wastebasket
Cons−Cross-cut leaves larger particles than micro-cut models
Compared with the 33 Paper Shredders on this page+Cross cut: only 2 of 28 here have a higher cut
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BonsaiiSpec score 8.4
Cross cut, 9 to 14 sheets
+P-4 security level for sensitive documents
+Cross cut shredding for paper
+Shreds credit cards along with paper
$45.99
as of 11/03/2026 22:10 PST - DetailsProduct details
Spec score8.4
Pros+P-4 security level for sensitive documents
+Cross cut shredding for paper
+Shreds credit cards along with paper
+Shreds 9 to 14 sheets per pass
Compared with the 33 Paper Shredders on this page+9 to 14 sheets: only 1 of 25 here have a higher sheet capacity
+Cross cut: only 2 of 28 here have a higher cut
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FellowesSpec score 7.8
Cross cut, Up to 8 sheets
+Cross-cut shredding for more secure disposal
+Shreds up to 8 sheets at a time
+Deskside design for home office use
$67.36
as of 11/03/2026 22:56 PST - DetailsProduct details
Spec score7.8
Pros+Cross-cut shredding for more secure disposal
+Shreds up to 8 sheets at a time
+Deskside design for home office use
Compared with the 33 Paper Shredders on this page+Cross cut: only 2 of 28 here have a higher cut
−Takes credit cards not listed: 20 of the 33 here list one
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AuroraSpec score 7.8
Cross cut, Up to 8 sheets
+Cross cut shredding
+Shreds up to 8 sheets at a time
+Desktop style design
$32.71
as of 11/03/2026 22:00 PST - DetailsProduct details
Spec score7.8
Pros+Cross cut shredding
+Shreds up to 8 sheets at a time
+Desktop style design
Compared with the 33 Paper Shredders on this page+Cross cut: only 2 of 28 here have a higher cut
−Takes credit cards not listed: 20 of the 33 here list one
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QuestlemonSpec score 8.4
Cross cut, 9 to 14 sheets
+P-4 security level for sensitive documents
+Cross cut shredding
+Shreds 9 to 14 sheets at a time
$84.99
as of 11/04/2026 09:38 PST - DetailsProduct details
Spec score8.4
Pros+P-4 security level for sensitive documents
+Cross cut shredding
+Shreds 9 to 14 sheets at a time
+Shreds credit cards
Compared with the 33 Paper Shredders on this page+9 to 14 sheets: only 1 of 25 here have a higher sheet capacity
+Cross cut: only 2 of 28 here have a higher cut
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QuestlemonSpec score 7.8
Cross cut, Up to 8 sheets
+Cross-cut shredding for more secure paper disposal
+Shreds up to 8 sheets at a time
+Designed for home office use
$64.99
as of 11/04/2026 10:37 PST - DetailsProduct details
Spec score7.8
Pros+Cross-cut shredding for more secure paper disposal
+Shreds up to 8 sheets at a time
+Designed for home office use
Compared with the 33 Paper Shredders on this page+Cross cut: only 2 of 28 here have a higher cut
−Takes credit cards not listed: 20 of the 33 here list one
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Tissting
+Manual operation with no power needed
+Portable handheld design
+Shreds CDs along with paper
$67.09
as of 11/04/2026 10:38 PST - DetailsProduct details
Pros+Manual operation with no power needed
+Portable handheld design
+Shreds CDs along with paper
Compared with the 33 Paper Shredders on this page−Takes credit cards not listed: 20 of the 33 here list one
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