Best paper shredders

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What to look for

Cross-cut or micro-cut is safer for personal documents; check the sheet capacity and bin size.

Models worth comparing

From manufacturers' specifications and published UK reviews, read on 6 October 2026. Not tested by us. In no particular order: these are not ranked, and we do not say which is best until the customer ratings are in.

Budget

Rexel Secure X6

Suits a household that shreds the odd bank letter and wants P-4 security in a small unit.

Cross-cut to P-4 security level
Copes with staples and paper clips
Compact enough to tuck under a desk

Watch out for: It runs for only three minutes at a time, and the 10-litre bin is emptied by lifting off the cutting head rather than pulling out.

Cut type: Cross-cut, 4 x 40mm
Security level: P-4
Sheet capacity: 6 sheets (80gsm)
Bin size: 10 litres
Run time: 3 minutes

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Sources: Rexel UK product page

Mid-range

Rexel Momentum X410

A good match for a home office that clears a bigger pile of paperwork in one go.

Takes 10 sheets per pass into 4 x 28mm P-4 pieces
Anti-jam system stops and reverses when overfed
23-litre bin and touch-panel controls

Watch out for: After six minutes of running it needs a long cool-down of up to an hour.

Cut type: Cross-cut, 4 x 28mm
Security level: P-4
Sheet capacity: 10 sheets (80gsm)
Bin size: 23 litres
Run time: 6 minutes

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Sources: Rexel UK product page

Premium

Fellowes Powershred LX200

Suits a home or small office that wants smaller particles and jam-free shredding for regular use.

Mini-cut 4 x 12mm particles at P-4
Jam-proof design with SafeSense hand detection
Handles staples, paper clips and credit cards

Watch out for: Expert Reviews notes it needs a cool-down break after about ten minutes and draws a fair amount of power while running.

Cut type: Mini-cut, 4 x 12mm
Security level: P-4
Sheet capacity: 12 sheets
Bin size: 22 litres (pull-out)
Run time: Up to 10 minutes

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Sources: Fellowes UK product page · Expert Reviews

Pro

Fellowes AutoMax 150C

For an office that wants to load a stack of paper and walk away while it shreds.

Auto-feeds up to 150 sheets, plus an 8-sheet manual slot
SilentShred design for shared spaces
Also takes cards, CDs and DVDs

Watch out for: Its cross-cut pieces are larger than mini-cut models, and at over 15kg it is bulky to move around.

Cut type: Cross-cut, 4 x 38mm
Security level: P-4
Sheet capacity: 150 sheets auto feed, 8 manual
Bin size: 32 litres (pull-out)
Run time: Up to 12 minutes

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Sources: Fellowes UK product page

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