8 Best Paper Shredders for Your Home or Office

Key Specs

• Dimensions (L x W x H): 7.3 x 4.2 x 6.1 inches
• Paper Capacity: 2 sheets
• Bin Size: 0.7 gallons
• Weight: 1 pound
• Cut: Straight

This manual crank-powered shredder won’t be practical for processing a lot of paper, but if you just have the occasional bill or credit card statement to shred, it could be a great choice. Its compact size also won’t take up much room on your desk or tabletop, and it’s convenient to transport from room to room. Plus, unlike other shredders, this one is available in four different colors.

Keep in mind that it cannot shred credit cards, and will only be able to get through two sheets of paper at a time.

Key Specs

• Dimensions (L x W x H): 12.8 x 7.3 x 15.9 inches
• Paper Capacity: 8 sheets
• Bin Size: 4.1 gallons
• Weight: 8.3 pounds
• Cut Style: Cross

Combining efficient cross-cutting capabilities and a low price, this Amazon Basics shredder would be perfect for those who want a machine that can shred the occasional batch of papers without breaking the bank.

It doesn’t have any wheels, but the light, 8.3-pound weight should still make it comfortable to transport. Despite the low price, this shredder doesn’t lack in the security department, and will cross-cut your documents into small, difficult to match pieces. It’s also strong enough to chew through credit cards, and up to eight pieces of 20-pound paper at a time.