8 Best Paper Shredders for Your Home or Office

Key Specs

• Dimensions (L x W x H): 11.81 x 7.09 x 14.26 inches
• Paper Capacity: 6 sheets
• Bin Size: 3.4 gallons
• Weight: 6.4 pounds
• Cut Style: Cross

This low-budget shredder might cost less than most other options, but it packs nearly as many features as the higher-end models. It’s powerful enough to handle six sheets at once, can process 36 sheets per minute, and has the strength to chew through staples and credit cards. Plus, the overheat warning lets you know when it’s time to give it a rest.

The large window on the bin allows you to see when it’s ready to be emptied, and the top-mounted handle makes it convenient to do so.

Key Specs

• Dimensions (L x W x H): 16.5 x 11.75 x 23.25 inches
• Paper Capacity: 20 sheets
• Bin Size: 8 gallons
• Weight: 41.4 pounds
• Cut Style: Micro

If money’s no object, and you’re looking for a high-end shredder that’s built to last, this Fellowes model could be the perfect choice. It can handle up to 20 sheets of paper at once, micro-shreds them into tiny particles with ease, and can operate continuously for up to 30 minutes.

Plus, its eight-gallon bin will hold up to 750 shredded sheets of paper before it needs to be emptied. Its safety feature is impressive as well. Sensors can detect when fingers, or even animal paws come in contact with the paper entry, and will pause shredding until they’re removed.