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Paper Shredders under $200

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9 paper shredders under $200 from Aurora, Bonsaii and Bonsen. Most cost $120 to $149, and half cost less than $125.

AuroraSpec score 8.2

Micro cut, 9 to 14 sheets

+P-5 security level for highly sensitive documents
+Micro cut shredding
+Shreds 9 to 14 sheets at a time
$168.80-5%Was: $178.37
as of 11/03/2026 22:00 PST - Details
AuroraSpec score 8.2

Micro cut, 9 to 14 sheets

+Micro-cut shreds paper for high security
+Shreds CDs and credit cards
+Shreds 9 to 14 sheets per pass
−Micro-cut output is slower than strip cut
$149.80
as of 11/03/2026 22:00 PST - Details
HSMSpec score 7.4

Strip cut, 9 to 14 sheets

+P-2 security level for confidential documents
+Shreds CDs and cards along with paper
+4.8-gallon bin for collecting shredded paper
−Shreds up to 10 sheets per pass
−Strip cut is less secure than cross cut
$120.94
as of 11/03/2026 23:31 PST - Details
FellowesSpec score 7.5

Cross cut, 9 to 14 sheets

+Cross-cut shredding for more secure disposal
+Shreds 9 to 14 sheets at a time
+Built for home office use
$105.24
as of 11/03/2026 22:56 PST - Details
BonsaiiSpec score 8.2

Micro cut, 9 to 14 sheets

+P-4 security level for sensitive documents
+Micro-cut shredding for maximum particle security
+Anti-jam system reduces paper clogging
−Sheet capacity of 9 to 14 sheets is modest for large volumes
$119.99
as of 11/03/2026 22:10 PST - Details
BonsaiiSpec score 8.7

Micro cut, 9 to 14 sheets

+Micro-cut shredding for maximum particle security
+60-minute continuous run time for longer sessions
+Anti-jam system reduces paper clogging
−Sheet capacity of 9 to 14 sheets is modest for large volumes
$124.99
as of 11/03/2026 22:10 PST - Details
BonsaiiSpec score 8.7

Micro cut, 9 to 14 sheets

+P-4 security level for sensitive documents
+Micro cut shreds paper into very small pieces
+Shreds CDs, credit cards, mail, staples and clips
−Only 9 to 14 sheets per pass limits large stacks
$124.99
as of 11/03/2026 22:10 PST - Details
AtivaSpec score 7.7

Micro cut, 9 to 14 sheets

+Micro-cut shredding for higher security
+Shreds 9 to 14 sheets at a time
+Model A14SMC19 from the Ativa line
$136.95
as of 11/03/2026 21:58 PST - Details
AuroraSpec score 8.2

Micro cut, 9 to 14 sheets

+Micro cut: the highest cut of the 19 here
−Anti-jam not listed: 10 of the 19 here list one
$149.98
as of 11/03/2026 22:00 PST - Details

Compare specs

paper shredderCutSheet capacitySpec scorePrice
Micro cut9 to 14 sheets8.2$168.80
as of 11/03/2026 22:00 PST - Details
Micro cut9 to 14 sheets8.2$149.80
as of 11/03/2026 22:00 PST - Details
Strip cut9 to 14 sheets7.4$120.94
as of 11/03/2026 23:31 PST - Details
Cross cut9 to 14 sheets7.5$105.24
as of 11/03/2026 22:56 PST - Details
Micro cut9 to 14 sheets8.2$119.99
as of 11/03/2026 22:10 PST - Details
Micro cut9 to 14 sheets8.7$124.99
as of 11/03/2026 22:10 PST - Details
Micro cut9 to 14 sheets8.7$124.99
as of 11/03/2026 22:10 PST - Details
Micro cut9 to 14 sheets7.7$136.95
as of 11/03/2026 21:58 PST - Details
Micro cut9 to 14 sheets8.2$149.98
as of 11/03/2026 22:00 PST - Details

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