Are you trying to find micro cut shredders among various brands on the market but aren’t sure where to begin? To assist you in finding the right one, we’ve put together a list of the 7 best to help you pick the perfect one!
We investigated and evaluated a number of the top-selling micro cut shredders on the market in order to create our list of the best. Making a decision among the many options available is never simple. There are an infinite number of models available, each with a distinct price. And as you’ll find out, the best options aren’t usually the ones you imagine! This comparison is rich and relevant because of the numerous factors that were employed. You will find products featured in this ranking not only based on their pricing but also on their features and other customers reviews. To write this review, we completed 23 hours of research and did 43 micro cut shredders tests. You won’t need to pick products at random any more. If you’re unsure of what to look for, browse our list and consult the buying guide!
An overview of our top picks
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The best micro cut shredders you can buy today
- P-4 High Security: The Bonsaii paper shredder (C261-D) can shred paper per pass into 5/32 x 15/32 inches (4 x 12mm) micro-cut particles, reaches P-4 high-security level and can shred staples, paper clips and credit cards (but not suitable for metal credit cards)
- 5 Minutes On and 40 Minutes Cool Down: This small shredder can continuously shred up to 172 sheets of paper (up to 6 sheets at a time) for 4 minutes. When overheat requires 40 minutes of cooling time
- Easy to clean: The micro cut shredder with 4.2 Gallon bin capacity for less frequent and easy emptying. Easily to see the inside situation from the transparent window when you need to empty. Just lift the top and take garbage out
- Product Dimensions: 7.46 x 12.36 x 15.31 inches (WxLxH)
- Quality Tested: Before shipping, we test every paper shredder, means you may be see some paper shreds from testing
- Professional Service: The shredder is enough for office use and home use and meets your daily needs. If you have any problem about the shredder, we will help you promptly
- Micro-cut shredder turns paper into tiny confetti-like pieces measuring 5/32 by 15/32 inches (4 by 12 mm); meets high security level P-4 standards; shreds 6x smaller than standard cross-cut shredders (2,235 pieces vs. 360 pieces)
- Shreds up to 8 sheets of 20-pound bond paper at a time (no need to remove staples or small paper clips); also destroys CDs, DVDs, and credit cards (one at a time, through dedicated slot)
- 5 minutes on / 30 minutes off; if shredder runs continuously beyond the max run time, it will automatically shut off to protect the motor from overheating
- 4-mode power switch (auto, off, reverse, forward); LED status indicators (bin full, door open, overload, overheat, power on); 8.7-inch paper-entry width; easy-to-empty 4-gallon pull-out bin; casters included
- Quality tested: as part of Amazon Basics quality inspections, we test every shredder before shipping it, which means you may see some paper shreds from the testing
- Important Note: Do not spray or keep any aerosol products in or around the shredder and do not shred items like metallic credit cards
- 【60 Minutes & 12 Sheets Shredder】Using advanced cooling system and patented cutting technology, paper shredder can continuously run up to 60 minutes with 20-minute cooldown cycle, shred 12 sheets each time shredding up to 3900 sheets of paper, and also shred credit cards, staples, paper clips, and CDs.
- 【P-4 High Security】Micro-Cut shredder can shred paper into tiny particles of 13/64″ x 15/32"(5*12mm), security level P-4, which better protects your personal privacy. 60dB low noise running this shredder is very suitable for office, small office or home office.
- 【Jam-Proof System】Office shredder has overload protection functions to protect you from paper jams, after pressing the power switch, just need to put the paper into the shredder inlet, this office shredder will work automatically.
- 【Personalized design】Bonsaii paper shredder equipped with 4 Universal Casters, helps you easy to move and stay everywhere you want, Visible trash window to check the capacity of the waste basket at any time, easy and convenient.
- 【1 Year Professional Service】 Bonsaii provides 1 year professional service for our products. If you have any questions, please contact us, we have professional customer service to help you within 24 hours
- 【Quality tested:】As part of Bonsaii quality inspections,we test every shredder before shipping it,which means you may see some paper shreds from the testing
- 【lmportant Note】Do not spray or keep any aerosol products in or around the shredder, and do not shred items like metallic credit cards
- Refer to the user manual, troubleshooting guide, and instructional video before use
- P-4 High Security Level: Bonsaii Micro cut paper shredder with 6 sheets of shredding capacity (letter size, 20lb), destroys paper into tiny pieces measuring 5/32 x 15/32 inches (4 x 12mm), protecting your personal information
- Micro Cut Paper Shredder: Paper shredder for home office supports shredding paper, clips, staples, credit card (one at a time), meets your diverse home and small office needs
- Compact Sizes: The paper shredder for home use comes with portable handle design, 3.4 gallons visible transparent window wastebasket, clean up the paper scraps handily
- Easy Operation & Security Protection: Paper shredders for home is very easy to operate, AUTO start/stop and manual reverse makes shredding and paper jams clearing easy, and overheating and overloading thermal protection system can prolong its working period of the motor and the shredding machine
- Professional Service: If you have any questions during use, plase tell us through Amazon, we have professional customer service to help you within 24hrs
- High security micro-cut with 12 sheet capacities; destroys CDs, DVDs, credit cards and small paper clips
- Shreds paper, CDs, DVDs, credit cards into small pieces (5/32 by 15/32 inches), security level P-4
- Nonstop 60-minute continuous run time. Basket Capacity - 300
- Anti-jam auto-reverse to clear paper jams; ultra-quiet operation
- 5.0-Gallon pullout bin with LED indicator lights standby/ overheat/ bin-full/ overload/ door open status
- Product Dimensions: 14.41" W x 11.02" L x 19.33" H
- 8 Sheets Shredder: Bonsaii C209-E paper shredder 5 minutes continuous run time with 40-minute cool down cycle, Use high performance motors and sharp blades, Shredding 8 sheets of paper at a time, and also shred credit cards, staples and CDs
- P-4 High Security: Micro-Cut shredder can shred paper into tiny particles of 5/32 x 15/32-Inch (4 x 12 mm), security level P-4, which better protects your personal privacy. This shredder is very suitable for office, small office or home office
- 5.5 Gallon Basket: 5.5 gallons large wastebasket capacity, Shredders for home office heavy duty can hold up to 320 sheets of paper, no need to empty the bin frequently, visible basket window, conveniently see when it is full, no worry to be jammed
- Multiple Control Modes: The shredder for home office is easy to operate with 3 modes (AUTO-OFF-REV) has an overheat LED indicator and an on indicator to clearly see the current status of the product, helping you to use the shredder without worry and prolong its life
- Quality tested: As part of Bonsaii quality inspections,we test every shredder before shipping it,which means you may see some paper shreds from the testing
- lmportant Note: Do not spray or keep any aerosol products in or around the shredder, and do not shred items like metallic credit cards
- Refer to the user manual, troubleshooting guide, and instructional video before use
- 【Professional Service】 If you have any questions during use, plase tell us through Amazon, we have professional customer service to help you within 24hrs
- Automatic shredding feature for optimal efficiency, maximum 200 sheet automatic shredding and 10 sheet manual shredding capacity.Voltage : 120 volts. Frequency : 60 Hz.
- Micro-cut turns paper into tiny confetti-like pieces measuring 5/64 by 15/32 inches (2 by 12 mm); meets high security level P-5 standards; shreds 10X smaller than standard cross-cut shredders. Approximately 2,592 particles per letter size paper
- Nonstop 60-minute continuous run time; Anti-jam Auto-reverse to clear paper jams. Ultra-quiet operation
- Auto Power-Sleep for energy saving and safety
- 8.5-gallon pullout bin with LED indicator lights Standby/ Overheat/ Bin-full/ Overload/ Door open status
- P-4 High Security: Micro-cut shredder turns paper per pass into 5/32 by 13/32Inches (4 by 10mm) tiny particles, reaches P-4 high-security level, which keeps your information more secure
- 8-Sheet Shredding Capacity: This paper shredder for home can shred 8 sheets of paper (letter size, 75g/m²) at one time, also can shred credit cards (one at a time), staples, paper clips or documents (but not suitable for metal credit cards)
- 5-Min Shredding: 5 minutes on / 40 minutes off; If the shredder works continuously beyond the max run time, it will automatically stop to protect the motor from overheating
- Reverse&Protection Function: Auto start/stop and manual reverse to clear paper jams; The paper entry width is 8.66 inches with 4 gallon pullout bin
- Product Dimensions: 9.1 x13.2 x 17.9 inches (WxLxH)
- Quality Tested: Before shipping, we test every paper shredder, means you may be see some paper shreds from testing
- Professional Service: Bonsaii provides 1-Year limited service assures your rights and interests. If you have any problem about the shredder, we will help you promptly
- High-security micro-cut with 8 sheet capacity; destroys credit cards
- Shreds paper and credit cards into tiny pieces (5/32 by 15/32 inches), security level P-4
- 5 minute continuous run time; auto start and manual Reverse to clear paper jams
- 3.9 gallon wastebasket; thermal protection with auto shut-off and overheat LED indicator
- Backed by an Aurora 1-year limited warranty
- 16 Sheet Shredding Capacity: The heavy duty micro-cut shredder can shred up to 16 sheets(Letter Size, 20lb) at a single pass, shreds paper into tiny particles measuring 13/64 x 25/64 inches (5 x 12mm); Which can shred credit cards and staples as well
- 60-Minute Shredding: Bonsaii C149-D office paper shredder's continuous running time up to 60 minutes without stopping with an advanced cooling system and patented cutting technology. Professional heavy duty paper shredder is suitable for home office use
- Low Noise & Easy to Move: The heavy duty paper shredder with 60 dB low noise level will give you a quiet and smooth shredding experience and 4 casters for convenience moving to anywhere you want
- Auto Start & Reverse: Auto start/stop and auto-reverse function protect it from the frustration of paper jams; Overheating and overloading protection technology keeps sustainable using. Press the power switch, you only need to put the paper into the entrance of the office heavy duty shredder and it can work automatically
- Large Capacity: With 6 gallons pull-out wastebasket can hold more than 400 sheets of A4 paper for less frequent and easy emptying, with transparent window makes it easy to see when it is full. If you have any questions during use, plase tell us through Amazon, we have professional customer service to help you within 24hrs
- P-5 Security Level: High security microcut with 10 sheet capacity; Shreds paper into 5/64″ x 15/32″ (2 x 12mm) tiny pieces; Also destroys staples/credit cards/mails
- 30-Min Running Time & 50dB Ultra-Low Noise: Patented cooling system ensures continuous running(shreds about 3000 sheet); Ultra quiet operation won't disturb you on your business
- Auto Anti-Jam System: Auto-reverse function protect shredder from paper jamming; Automatically detect overload status and reverse to clear paper jams
- User-Friendly Design: Convenient buttons (Power on, Forward, Reverse) and clear LED indicators show standby/ overheat/ overloade/ bin full/ bin open status
- 5.3 Gallon Pullout Bin: BONSEN P5 super micro cut paper shredder holds 420 sheet of A4 paper for less frequent emptying; Transparent window makes it easy to see bin situation
- Quality Assurance: BONSEN paper shredders for home use provides 1-year quality assurance service. Please refer to the user manual and troubleshooting guide on the detail page before use
- Installation Guide: Before installation, please carefully review the installation instructions and the installation video on the page. The shredder will only work properly if the shredder's head and body are installed correctly
- Automatic shredding feature for optimal efficiency, maximum 120 sheets automatic shredding and 10 sheet manual shredding capacity
- Micro-cut turns paper into tiny confetti-like pieces measuring 5/64 by 15/32 inches (2 by 12 mm); meets high security level P-5 standards; shreds 10X smaller than standard cross-cut shredders. Approximately 2,592 particles per letter-size paper
- Nonstop 60-minute continuous run time
- Features automatic start and stop, jam prevention auto reverse, and overload protection. Ultra-quiet operation
- 5-gallon pullout bin with LED indicator lights Standby/ Overheat/ Bin-full/ Overload/ Feed Error/Door open status
- Shreds 10 sheets per pass into 5/32” x ½” micro-cut particles (Security Level P-4) for superior security on highly confidential documents to help keep your information safe
- Provides powerful deskside shredding and, in addition to paper, can also shreds staples, paper clips and credit cards
- Auto Reverse feature stops and reverses paper if a jam occurs, helping to reduce jams and frustration
- Quiet Operation minimizes noise to reduce distractions in shared workspaces
- Patented Safety Lock disables shredder for added safety protection
- Reliable Work: US patented blade can prevent 99% damages to shredder from paper jams and prolong its life span. SEVERAL small paper particles might be left in the basket or blade due to strict full quality test by the manufacturer
- P-4 Security level: This micro-cut shredder takes max 10-sheet of 20-pound bond paper down to 0.19 inches by 0.63 inches (5 by 16 mm) at a time, do not need to remove staples or clip. Can also shred credit card, junk mail (one at a time)
- 5 Minutes Fast Shredding: The small paper shredder features extra fast shredding speed with 5 minutes running time. Due to safety concern, if it keeps running over its maximum working time, shredder will be overheating, after 40 minutes cooling cycle, it can work again. Also equipped with overheat LED indicator
- Convenient Operation: This paper shredder is equipped with 3-mode control switches (Auto, Off, Rev); Auto start, stop and manual rev functions simplify shredding and paper jam clearing processes, release you from the frustration of jamming. It has 1-Year protection with ETL certification
- Easy Emptying: The shredder comes with 3.9 gallons bin and portable handle that offer less frequent and easy emptying. Transparent window helps to see when it is full. Also, THIS SHREDDER DO NOT NEED LUBRICANTS
- Reliable Customer Service Support: If you have any usage questions, please follow the troubleshooting steps in the user manual (included in the package).
- 2-in-1 auto feed shredder for fast and productive shredding: With both auto feed and manual shredding capabilities, automatically shred up to 100 sheets in 5 mins
- Jam-Free shredding: Jam-free with auto reverse function to prevent any misfeeds and reduce interruptions
- Superior security: assure peace of mind with this P-4 micro-cut shredder, shreds credit cards, paper clips and staples through the manual feed opening
- Run-time: continuously runs up to 7 minutes manual and 10 minutes auto feed, plus simultaneously shred via auto feed tray and manual feed opening
- Bin capacity: 4.5 gallon pull-out bin for easy waste disposal
- High Security Micro-Cut with 16 sheet capacities; destroys CDs, DVDs, credit cards and small paper clips
- Shreds paper, CDs, DVDs, credit cards into small pieces (5/32 by 15/32 inches), security level P-4
- Nonstop 60-minute continuous run time
- Anti-jam Auto-reverse to clear paper jams; ultra-quiet operation
- 7.0-gallon pullout bin with LED indicator lights Standby/ Overheat/ Bin-full/ Overload/ Door open status
- Ultimate Security with Micro-Cut: Effectively shreds 8 sheets of paper per pass into 5/32" x 1/2” micro-cut particles (Security Level P-4), providing exceptional security for confidential documents
- Powerful Home Office Shredding: In addition to paper, the LX41 also shreds paper clips, staples and credit cards
- Added Protection for Home and Office Use: Comes equipped with patented Safety Lock, disabling the machine as needed to protect you and your family
- Quiet Operation: Produces minimal noise to prevent distraction in shared workplaces or at home
- 5-Minute Continuous Run-Time: Shreds up to 5 minutes before a 30-minute cool down period is needed
- Convenient Lift-Off Head to Eliminate Mess: 4.4-gallon bin neatly contains over 205 shredded sheets and is emptied with lift-off head
- 100+ Years of Innovation: Driven by a commitment to quality, Fellowes is dedicated to developing solutions to help you be at your best
- High-Security Micro-Cut with 8 sheet capacity; destroys credit cards and CDs/DVDs
- Shreds paper and credit cards into tiny pieces (5/32 by 15/32 inches), security level P-4
- 6-minute continuous run time; Auto start and manual reverse to clear paper jams
- 4.0-gallon pullout wastebasket for easy emptying; thermal/ overload protection with auto shut-off and Power/overheat/ overload/door open/bin-full LED indicators
- Backed by an Aurora 1-year limited warranty
- High-Security Micro-Cut with 6 sheet capacities destroys credit cards staples and small paper clips
- Shreds paper and credit cards into tiny pieces (5/32 by 15/32 inches) security level P-4
- 4-mode switch includes manual reverse and forward to clear paper jams
- Auto start and overload jam auto-stop feature to prevent serious paper jams allows continuous shredding for 4 min
- 3 5-gallon wastebasket thermal protection with power and overheat LED indicator
- Integrated single-hand lifting handle for easy emptying wastebasket.
- VERSATILITY: This HP paper shredder conveniently includes both auto and manual feeds. It can shred up to 9 pages at one time and 100 sheets with the auto feed.
- CONVENIENCE: No need to remove staples- this heavy duty paper shredder for home use can handle them. You can even shred credit cards. It also features auto start/stop and overheat sensors, for easy and worry-free shredding.
- PRIVACY: This micro cut shredder will cut from both corners diagonally, creating extremely small square-shaped particles virtually impossible to read.
- WASTE: Includes a conveniently large 4.5 gallon wastebasket for easy emptying, less frequently. The transparent window lets you see when the bin is full.
- WARRANTY: Includes a 1 year parts/90 days labor warranty
How to choose a good micro cut shredders
Does the idea of finding a fantastic micro cut shredders make you anxious? When it comes to purchasing this product, specifically when deciding which model to select, has your head been spinning between options? You are not alone if that is the case. We are aware of the pressure involved in the purchasing process!
Your presence here indicates that you are interested in micro cut shredders. Before choosing which product would be the best for your needs after being inundated with information, locate a reliable source with genuine selections. You can get that information from a variety of sources, including buying guides and rating websites, word-of-mouth recommendations from friends and family, online discussion forums where users can share their own experiences, product reviews that can be found all over the internet, and YouTube channels. You can only get the right product through exhaustive analysis. But you realize that’s not always simple. In order to ease your concerns, we have taken the time to develop a list of the top micro cut shredders products available right now. You might be wondering how we came up with the list. How was this buying guide developed?
First, we used our algorithms to gather as much reliable data as we could about these products. To verify all the data gathered, we used both artificial intelligence and a lot of algorithms.
Then, our experts used criteria that are recognized in the business to evaluate them according to their quality to price ratio, allowing us to choose the top micro cut shredders on the market right now!
The selection of the goods is not arbitrary. Before creating a list, we take into account a number of factors. Below are some of the criteria discussed:
Brand Value: What happens if you choose a dubious brand just because it appears to be a good deal? So the likelihood of receiving a product with a short shelf life increases. That is due to the fact that well-known brands have a reputation to uphold, while others do not. Top micro cut shredders brands strive to provide some distinctive traits that set them apart from the competition. So, hopefully one or more of the items on our list will be perfect for you.
Features: Useful features are all you need, not tons of them. We consider the important aspects and select the top micro cut shredders based on those.
Specifications: Numbers always help you measure the quality of a product in a quantitative way. We try to find products with higher specifications, but with the right balance.
Quality: A product’s quality may always be quantified with the aid of numbers. We look for goods with better standards that strike the proper balance. The best quality product that gets highly appreciated and recommended by experienced users.
Customer ratings: Would it be accurate to suggest that the micro cut shredders were used by hundreds of customers before you? Superior ratings indicate that many customers had better service.
Customer Reviews: Like ratings, provide you with accurate and reliable information about the product from genuine customers. Customer ratings are very important to all of us because they contain accurate and reliable information about the customer service we received from several hundred customers.
Seller Rank: This is very intriguing! Not only do you need a good micro cut shredders, you also need a product with rising sales that is trendy. It accomplishes two goals. First, the expanding user base proves the quality of the product. Second, given that number, producers must be able to offer greater quality and after-sales support.
Value: You get what you pay for, they say, so consider the value. Cheap isn’t always good and expensive isn’t always bad. However, that does not imply that spending a lot of money on a product that is flashy but underwhelming is a good idea. Before adding them to the list, we make an effort to evaluate how much value you can get for your money from your micro cut shredders.
Durability: Durability and reliability are closely related concepts. You will benefit from a strong and long-lasting micro cut shredders for months and years to come.
Product availability: Products come and go, and new ones replace the old ones. Most likely, a few new features and required changes were made. What use is it to use a supposedly good product if the maker no longer supports it? We make an effort to highlight products that are current and offered by one or more trustworthy sellers, if not more.
Negative Reviews: Yes, we do take that into account as well! The goods with the majority of bad reviews are filtered out and disregarded when we choose the best-rated one on the market.
These are the standards by which we selected our micro cut shredders. Do we end our process there? Hell no. The most crucial fact about us that you should be aware of is that we regularly update our website with current and pertinent information. We have one more layer of filtration since we place the greatest importance on reader satisfaction. Please let us know if any product included here is incorrect, irrelevant, subpar, or simply out of date. We always value your opinions, and we’ll work hard to make any necessary corrections to our list in response to them.
Why should you believe us?
There are now thousands of possibilities for these products on Amazon, but choosing the best one can be difficult and time-consuming. And what micro cut shredders should you purchase in 2022?
This guide is the result of more than 10 years of experience in researching, testing and writing about many topics. Each member of our team is an authority in their area. We read every article we could find online and every consumer review on every retail website for seven hours. Additionally, we discovered a ton of websites that offered helpful resources, including buying tips and thorough information on micro cut shredders.
