10 Best Cross Cut Shredder of August 2025

• Cross-cut shred size: turns paper into confetti-like pieces measuring 3/16 by 1-27/32 inches (5 by 47 mm); meets security level P-3 standards
• Sheet capacity: shreds up to 8 sheets of 20-pound bond paper at a time; also destroys credit cards (one at a time, through dedicated slot), staples or small paper clips
• Run time and thermal protection: 3 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
• User-friendly design: 4-mode power switch (auto, off, reverse, forward); LED status indicator (power on, overheat); 8.7-inch paper-entry width; lift handle for easy shredder-head lifts up; easy-to-empty 4.1-gallon bin
• Support and warranty: please refer to the user manual, troubleshooting guide, and instructional video before use; backed by an Amazon Basics 1-year limited warranty
• 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

Amazon Basics

• Crosscut paper and credit card shredder destroys your sensitive documents
• Shreds credit cards, paper clips and staples
• 8-sheet capacity
• 8.7-inch throat width
• Measures 12 x 7 x 16 inches

Aurora

• Micro-cut shred size: 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)
• Sheet capacity: 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)
• Run time and thermal protection: 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
• User-friendly design: 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
• Support and warranty: please refer to the user manual, troubleshooting guide, and instructional video before use; backed by an Amazon Basics 1-year limited warranty
• 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
• Important Note: Lubricant is used in the manufacturing process of the shredder engine. Sometimes residue remains and, when the shredder heats up, can cause a burning smell. This smell does not pose a safety risk and will stop after the residue wears off. As always, Amazon Basics is backed by a 1-year limited warranty.

Amazon Basics

• Shreds 8 sheets of paper per pass into 302 (5/32" x 2" Security Level P-3) cross-cut particles; shreds staples, credit cards, paper clips
• Runs for up to 5 minutes before a cool down period is needed
• SafetyLock disables shredder when not in use for added safety protection
• Provides reliable, light duty shredding
• 4-gallon lift-off head
• This item’s packaging will indicate what is inside and cannot be hidden.

Fellowes

• Patented safety lock disables shredder for added safety protection
• Shreds 9 sheets per pass into 5/32 x 1-3/8” cross-cut particles (security level P-4)
• Also safely shreds staples, paper clips and plastic credit cards
• Shreds for up to 5 minutes before a 30 minute cool down period is needed
• 3. 8-Gallon bin with easy lift-off head

Fellowes

• Crosscut with 12 sheet capacities; destroys credit cards and small paper clips
• Shreds paper, credit cards into small pieces (3/16 by 1-9/16 inches), security level P-3
• Nonstop 3-minute continuous run Tim
• Overload and thermal protection, 4-mode power switch (auto-off-reverse-forward)
• 5.2-Gallon wastebasket with LED indicator lights standby/ overheat

Aurora

• Shreds 18 sheets of paper per pass into 397 (5/32” x 1-1/2” Security Level P-4) cross-cut particles; shreds staples, credit cards, paper clips, CDs/DVDs, junk mail
• Maximum run time: 30 min on / 40 min off. For 1-3 users. Amps: 5; Basket Type Pull-out Bin
• 100% Jam Proof System eliminates paper jams and powers through tough jobs
• SafeSense Technology stops shredder when hands touch the paper opening
• 9-gallon pull-out bin with LED bin-full indicator.9 inch wide paper entry.This item’s packaging will indicate what is inside and cannot be hidden.Throat width:230

Fellowes

• Aurora Desktop Style Crosscut Paper Shredder with Basket
• 4.5-inch throat width
• Basket with handle
• 40-sheet basket capacity
• Measures 9 x 7 x 10 inches

Aurora

• Shreds 11 sheets of paper per pass into 431 (5/32 x1-3/8" Security Level P-4) cross-cut particles; shreds staples, credit cards
• Runs for up to 5 minutes before a cool down period is needed. Cut Size (inches)- 5/32 x 1-3/8
• Patented SafetyLock disables the shredder for added safety protection
• Provides reliable, medium duty shredding and is ideal for deskside use.
• 4.75- gallon lift-off head w/ handle. Amps - 5
• This item’s packaging will indicate what is inside and cannot be hidden.

Fellowes

• Heavy duty paper shredder keeps working up to 30 minutes without stopping based on the patented cooling system, destroys about 3500 sheets of paper, ideal for your large office and home use
• Crosscut paper shredder for home office heavy duty, max 14 sheets of paper shredding capacity (letter size, 75g/m²), shreds paper into tiny particles measuring 13/64 x 1-37/64 inches to your personal information safe
• Jam proof system with auto start/stop and manual reverse functions, helps you clean up the paper jams easily and free from the frustration of jamming
• 4.8 gallons pull-out wastebasket for less frequent and easy emptying, and the transparent window makes it easy to see when the bin is full of paper scraps
• Overheating and overloading thermal protection with LED indicators, 1-year limited warranty, protects your interests all aspects

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