Micro-cut, cross-cut, compact, or high-capacity—there’s a budget pick for every pile.

It’s safe to assume that most of us aren’t harboring any Watergate-level sensitive material in our home offices. Still, even the most unassuming paperwork can do damage if it ends up in the wrong ...

You can rely on the best paper shredders to securely dispose of documents containing personal data and help you avoid identity theft. We’ve tested cross-cut, micro-cut and strip-cut paper shredders ...

Editor’s Note, October 2026: We’ve refreshed this guide with new guidance on how to pick the right shredder and added more testing information to many of our recommendations. We’ve also added two new ...