The Best Shredders 2025

1. HP CC8 Cross-Cut Shredder

Compatible with select HP Omnibook, Pavilion and Presario laptops; AC power adapter and charger; 19V of power; safety fuse; smart technology

This small cross-cut paper shredder is more powerful than it looks! The HP CC8 Paper Shredder shreds 8 sheets of paper into 4.3mm x 33mm unreadable cross-cut pieces, protecting your identity. It also shreds credit cards, CDs, and staples, securing your privacy even more! For extra security, you can slide the HP CC8 top open to shred and slide it closed when not in use. The 3.4-gallon, pullout bin holds plenty of paper and is easy to empty. The casters on the bottom of the unit makes it effortless to move the shredder anywhere you need it.

2. HP MC83 Micro-Cut Shredder

Compatible with select HP Omnibook, Pavilion and Presario laptops; AC power adapter and charger; 19V of power; safety fuse; smart technology

The HP MC83 Micro Cut Paper Shredder is small enough to fit into any small space. Everyone is worried about their private information, but you won’t have to with the HP MC83 Shredder. It shreds 8 sheets of paper into tiny 4.3mm x 13mm micro-cut shreds, which is impossible to read. It can also shred credit cards, CDs, and staples. For extra security, you can slide the HP CC20 top open to shred and slide it closed when not in use. The auto sheet feed feature starts shredding when paper is inserted into the slot and stops when finished. The 3.4-gallon basket is easy to empty and holds a lot of paper. Feel safe and secure with the Royal HP MC83 Paper Shredder.

3. Honeywell - 8-Sheet Microcut Paper Shredder - Black

The Honeywell UL approved model 9338DS 8 sheet micro-cut paper shredder for home office has the capability to shred up to 8 sheets of paper as well as plastic credit cards, staples and clips. Features a three-function control switch with auto start and stop, manual reverse, and manual off. The paper feed shreds paper into 4 x 12 mm pieces. It comes with a 15 Litre waste basket, has a cycle time of 5 minutes on and 40 minutes off, and overheat protection. It is backed by a 1 year cutter and labor warranty and a 3 year warranty on parts.

4. Insignia™ - 10-Sheet Crosscut Paper/CD Shredder - Black

Power up your electronic components with a long-lasting Energizer battery

From credit card and Social Security numbers to sensitive tax or client information, you have a lot to lose if your data falls into the wrong hands. Thankfully, data breaches and identity theft aren’t inevitable. By crosscutting your items into small pieces, you can have peace of mind that your most sensitive data is protected. This shredder cuts up to 10 sheets of standard-sized paper at once and can handle staples, small paperclips, CDs and credit cards to make your task easier. A built-in wastebasket collects your shredded waste for later disposal. A quick glance through the viewing window lets you know when it needs to be emptied. Protect your important information with the Insignia 10-Sheet Crosscut Paper/CD Shredder.

5. Insignia™ - 10-Sheet Microcut Shredder - Black

Power up your electronic components with a long-lasting Energizer battery

Protect your identity by safely disposing unwanted documents. The Insignia NS-S10MCBK2 10-Sheet Microcut Shredder accepts paper, staples, credit cards and CDs. Destroying ten sheets per pass, it shreds documents into small, micro-cut strips, helping you protect sensitive information. The 5.3-gallon bin holds shredded contents and is simple to empty. A safety interlock switch automatically stops the shredder when the wastebasket is removed, protecting you and your children from accidents. In case of a paper jam, a manual forward/reverse function makes it easy to remove unwanted paper. Now you can safely dispose of all your unwanted documents without worrying where your personal information will end up.

6. Insignia™ - 6-Sheet Crosscut Shredder - Black

Power up your electronic components with a long-lasting Energizer battery

Protect your identity by safely disposing unwanted documents. The Insignia NS-S6CCBK2 6-Sheet Crosscut Shredder accepts paper, staples, paper clips and credit cards. Destroying six sheets per pass, it shreds documents into small, cross-cut strips, helping you protect sensitive information. It’s compact in size, so you can place the shredder on top of a desk to keep it close at hand. The 3.4-gallon bin holds shredded contents and is simple to empty. A safety interlock switch automatically stops the shredder when the wastebasket is removed, protecting you and your children from accidents. In case of a paper jam, a manual forward/reverse function makes it easy to remove unwanted paper. Now you can safely dispose of all your unwanted documents without worrying where your personal information will end up.

7. Honeywell - 9-Sheet Crosscut Paper Shredder - Black

The Honeywell 9 sheet cross-cut paper shredder is the perfect addition for your home office. It has the capability to shred up to 9 sheets of paper at a time into 5mm x 38mm pieces as well as plastic credit cards, staples and clips. These shredders for home office feature a three-function control switch with auto start and stop, manual reverse, and manual off - so you can set it to fit your needs. It comes with a paper feed opening of 8.5 inches and a 4 Gallon waste basket to keep your shreds contained. The 9319DS model is designed for in-home personal use to shred for up to 2 minutes before a 60 minute cool down period is needed. It is backed by a 1 year cutter and labor warranty and a 3 year warranty on parts.