Micro cut, Up to 8 sheets
Paper Shredders under $100
20 paper shredders under $100 from Bonsaii, Aurora, Questlemon and more. Most cost $39 to $84, and half cost less than $54.
Spec score 8.6
+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 11/04/2026 12:37 PST - DetailsProduct details
Aurora AU608MB High-Security 6-Sheet Micro-Cut Paper Credit Card Shredder with 3.5-Gallon Wastebasket, 4-Minute
$52.98as of 11/04/2026 12:37 PST - Details
View on AmazonSpec 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 20 Paper Shredders on this page+Micro cut: the highest cut of the 28 here
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Spec 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 11/04/2026 12:38 PST - DetailsProduct details
Aurora AU890XA 8-Sheet Crosscut Paper and Credit Card Shredder with Wastebasket
$44.98as of 11/04/2026 12:38 PST - Details
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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 20 Paper Shredders on this page+Cross cut: only 2 of 28 here have a higher cut
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Spec 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 11/04/2026 12:37 PST - DetailsProduct details
Aurora AU1262XA Anti-Jam 12-Sheet Crosscut Paper and CD/Credit Card Shredder, White/Gray
$97.46as of 11/04/2026 12:37 PST - Details
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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 20 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 7 of 33 here have one
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Spec 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
Bonsaii 12-Sheet Cross-Cut Heavy Duty Paper Shredder, Black White | P-4 Heavy Duty Shredder for Paper, Credit Card,
$59.99as of 11/03/2026 22:10 PST - Details
View on AmazonSpec 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 20 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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Spec 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 11/04/2026 12:37 PST - DetailsProduct details
Aurora AU660S 6-Sheet Strip Cut Paper/Credit Card Shredder Without Wastebasket, Portable with Extendable Arm, Black
$34.38as of 11/04/2026 12:37 PST - Details
View on AmazonSpec 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 20 Paper Shredders on this page−Strip cut: 23 of the 28 here have a higher cut
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Spec score 8.4
Cross cut, Up to 8 sheets
+Cross cut shredding
+Shreds up to 8 sheets at a time
+Shreds credit cards
$42.62
as of 11/04/2026 12:37 PST - DetailsProduct details
Aurora AS890C 8-Sheet Cross-Cut Paper/Credit Card Shredder with Basket
$42.62as of 11/04/2026 12:37 PST - Details
View on AmazonSpec score8.4
Pros
+Cross cut shredding
+Shreds up to 8 sheets at a time
+Shreds credit cards
+Includes a basket
Compared with the 20 Paper Shredders on this page+Cross cut: only 2 of 28 here have a higher cut
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Spec 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
Staples 12-Sheet Cross-Cut Paper Shredder, Quiet, Anti-Jam, Black | Shreds credit cards and staples. Auto start/stop,
$68.99as of 11/04/2026 04:39 PST - Details
View on AmazonSpec 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 20 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 7 of 33 here have one
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Spec 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
Bonsaii 12-Sheet Cross Cut Paper Shredder, 5.5 Gal Home Office Heavy Duty Shredder for Paper, Credit Card, Mail,
$64.99as of 11/03/2026 22:10 PST - Details
View on AmazonSpec 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 20 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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Spec 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
QUESTLEMON 8-Sheet Paper Shredder for Home, Cross Cut Shredders, P-4 Ultra Security, 4 Gal Bin, Shred Quietly for Shred
$59.99as of 11/04/2026 00:48 PST - Details
View on AmazonSpec 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 20 Paper Shredders on this page+Cross cut: only 2 of 28 here have a higher cut
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Spec 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
Bonsaii 8-Sheet Strip Cut Paper Shredder for Home, Shred CDs & Credit Cards | 3.4-Gal Wastebasket with Transparent
$32.99as of 11/03/2026 22:10 PST - Details
View on AmazonSpec score8.2
Compared with the 20 Paper Shredders on this pageCons
−Strip cut: 23 of the 28 here have a higher cut
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Spec 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
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Bonsaii 15-Sheet Cross Cut Paper Shredder for Home Office Heavy Duty | 10-Minute Continuous Run, P-4 Security Level,
$79.99as of 11/03/2026 22:10 PST - Details
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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 20 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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Spec 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
Bonsaii 12-Sheet Cross Cut Heavy Duty Paper Shredder for Home Office | P-4 Security Level, Jam-Proof System, 5.5Gal
$93.49as of 11/03/2026 22:10 PST - Details
View on AmazonSpec 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 20 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 7 of 33 here have one
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Spec 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
Bonsaii 10-Sheet Heavy Duty Cross Cut Paper Shredder for Home Office | 5.5-Gal Bin with Transparent Window, Shreds
$58.99as of 11/03/2026 22:10 PST - Details
View on AmazonSpec 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 20 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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Spec 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
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Bonsaii 6-Sheet Cross Cut Paper Shredder for Home, 3.4 Gal Bin | P-4 Security Level, Shreds Credit Cards, Staples &
$38.99as of 11/03/2026 22:10 PST - Details
View on AmazonSpec 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 20 Paper Shredders on this page+Cross cut: only 2 of 28 here have a higher cut
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Spec 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
Suntiko 6 Sheet Home Office Cross Cut Shredder Brown + White | P4 High Security,Jam Proof Reverse Mode,Thermal Overheat
$42.99as of 11/04/2026 05:36 PST - Details
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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 20 Paper Shredders on this page+Cross cut: only 2 of 28 here have a higher cut
+Anti-jam: only 7 of 33 here have one
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Spec 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
Woolsche 6-Sheet Cross Cut Paper Shredder for Home Office,3.45 Galon Basket | P-4 Security Level,4-Mode Design - Shreds
$42.99as of 11/04/2026 08:37 PST - Details
View on AmazonSpec 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 20 Paper Shredders on this page+Cross cut: only 2 of 28 here have a higher cut
+Anti-jam: only 7 of 33 here have one
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Spec 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
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Bonsaii High-Performance 7-Sheet Strip-Cut Shredder, Low Noise, CD & Credit Card Compatible, with 3.4-Gallon Bin and
$38.99as of 11/03/2026 22:10 PST - Details
View on AmazonSpec score8.2
Pros
+Strip-cut design for everyday paper shredding
+Shreds up to 8 sheets at a time
+Handles CDs and credit cards
+Includes a 3.4-gallon bin
+Low noise operation
Cons−Strip cut leaves larger pieces than micro cut
Compared with the 20 Paper Shredders on this page−Strip cut: 23 of the 28 here have a higher cut
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Spec 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 11/04/2026 12:38 PST - DetailsProduct details
Aurora High Security Paper and Credit Card Shredder with 3.7-Gallon Wastebasket, 8-Sheet Cross-Cut with Basket
$54.98as of 11/04/2026 12:38 PST - Details
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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 20 Paper Shredders on this page+Cross cut: only 2 of 28 here have a higher cut
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Spec 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
Bonsaii 9-Sheet Crosscut Paper Shredder for Home, P-4 Security Level | Shreds Credit Card, Mail, Staple & Clip,
$45.99as of 11/03/2026 22:10 PST - Details
View on AmazonSpec 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 20 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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Spec 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
12-Sheet Cross Cut Paper Shredder for Home Office | P-4 Ultra Security, 4 Gal Bin, Shred Quietly for Shred for Credit
$84.99as of 11/04/2026 09:38 PST - Details
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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 20 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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Compare specs
| paper shredder | Cut | Sheet capacity | Spec score | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Micro cut | Up to 8 sheets | 8.6 | $52.98 as of 11/04/2026 12:37 PST - Details | |
| Cross cut | Up to 8 sheets | 8.4 | $44.98 as of 11/04/2026 12:38 PST - Details | |
| Cross cut | 9 to 14 sheets | 9.1 | $97.46 as of 11/04/2026 12:37 PST - Details | |
| Cross cut | 9 to 14 sheets | 8.4 | $59.99 as of 11/03/2026 22:10 PST - Details | |
| Strip cut | Up to 8 sheets | 8.2 | $34.38 as of 11/04/2026 12:37 PST - Details | |
| Cross cut | Up to 8 sheets | 8.4 | $42.62 as of 11/04/2026 12:37 PST - Details | |
| Cross cut | 9 to 14 sheets | 9.1 | $68.99 as of 11/04/2026 04:39 PST - Details | |
| Cross cut | 9 to 14 sheets | 8.4 | $64.99 as of 11/03/2026 22:10 PST - Details | |
| Cross cut | Up to 8 sheets | 8.4 | $59.99 as of 11/04/2026 00:48 PST - Details | |
| Strip cut | Up to 8 sheets | 8.2 | $32.99 as of 11/03/2026 22:10 PST - Details |



















