12-Sheet Cross-Cut Paper and Credit Card Shredder with Overheat Protection, Black (New Model)

I'd say for it's very first use it did great! It's very small and compact, its very efficient for its size. Incredibly easy to assemble, literally two pieces and nothing requires screwing in. Its a little noisy but nothing out of the ordinary, it's a paper shredder lol. I'd say it's pretty durable especially because our first day of having it we shredded 6 trash bags of paper shreds! So it works really well and I surprisingly didnt fry the motor. 10/10 very nice for the prize and size. If something happens to our current shredder i'd probably just buy this one again. The only con is that if you have a bad enough paper jam you might need to disassemble it because the forward and reverse option dont work when it jams. Disassembly is super easy. But if you take the front cover off, there's three things you need to make sure at lined up before you screw it back together. You line up the LED lights to the holes on front, and there's another small piece that goes to the on/off switch, that also needs to be lined up, and of course the shredder. It's easy. Hard to mess up. Highly recommend

Very good Iused this every day for a week And no issues i love it

This paper shredder turned out to be exactly what I needed. Despite its compact size, it delivers impressive performance. It can handle up to 8 sheets at a time without slowing down, and it even shreds credit cards with no trouble. The cross‑cut design gives me real peace of mind, since the pieces are small enough that no one could realistically reassemble them to steal personal information. Using it couldn’t be easier. Just plug it in, feed the paper, and it gets straight to work. There’s no complicated setup or learning curve — it’s a simple, efficient tool that does its job well. If you’re looking for a space‑saving shredder that offers strong security and everyday convenience, this one is a great choice.

This thing ABSOLUTELY SHREDS!!! ...small amounts at a time... works great for regular shredding of mail and whatnot, however i had years of mail I had been waiting to shred and it definitely pushed this thing to the limit. got pretty warm but as long as you're not planning on doing a 4 hour nonstop shred session this thingholds up great for the cost. Amazon Basics for the win.

Easy to use works like a champ, pretty fast as well and sturdy and a bit hefty but that means quality is good to me. Feels so good to get years of paperwork I no longer need gone ahem it's now in the cat box ...

AS SOMEONE DOING A LONG OVERDUE HOME CLEANOUT, I BOUGHT THIS because old mail, expired documents, and credit card offers pile up faster than trash day. The main reason people buy this shredder is to safely get rid of personal information without making a mess or spending office level money. What I wanted was something compact that could live under a desk, handle regular household paperwork, and not feel like a toy. This shredder hits that balance and immediately felt more solid than the ultra cheap strip cut models. Here is the usage tip I wish Amazon spelled out clearly. Treat the eight sheet rating as a maximum, not a goal. For normal mail and mixed paper, five to six sheets at a time works best and keeps it running smoothly. Feed pages straight and give it a second between loads so the motor does not heat up. For credit cards, insert one at a time and let it finish fully before adding anything else. Doing this completely avoids jams and extends the life of the cutters, especially if you shred in short sessions instead of marathon runs. The minor downside is the waste bin fills faster than you expect because cross cut pieces are denser, and it is not whisper quiet. That said, for home use it has been reliable, easy to maintain, and far more secure than strip shredders. If you want dependable document destruction without paying for a bulky office shredder, this is a smart buy that does exactly what it should when used correctly.

First off, let me say that this paper shredder machine is absolutely AMAZING!!!!!!!!! 🤩. Our household literally had 6 garbage bags full of papers to shred. We usually go to the public shred-it events but honestly, I prefer to shred my own papers for privacy reasons. When I tell you that it took me two whole weekends (3hours) each Saturday to take out all of the papers from the plastic envelopes in all of the bags and throw them away separately then shred the papers. I can finally say that everything is shredded and discarded and the atmosphere feels so much more cleaner, airy and relaxing though they were hiding in cabinets but still 😎. This shredder has been a blessing to my household literally. It shreds 12 sheets at once, and even plastic credit cards. I 100% recommend this product. It’s smaller than I expected it to be and honestly I’m glad. It does the job and doesn’t take up too much space. Plus, the price is absolutely great 😊.

Shredder works well, we shredded quite a bit over a few days. Using auto feeder mode does jam up, or will start spinning continuously if you aren't diligent about making sure there are no half sheets or folded sheets of paper in the stack...So it's not a set and forget unless you know your stack is clean....Bin is OK sized, a couple stacks approaching the 200 sheet mark will fill it up and cause the bin full light to illuminate and shredder to stop.....Also need to make sure any stapled sheets are not too thick, anything more than a 4-5 sheets stapled will cause issues in feeding. I eventually just started removing all staples....Only real issue didn't like was when bin full lights up, and you open the shredder to pull out the bin, the shreds are so stacked up in the back when you pull the bin out, quite a bit of shred pieces fall about especially in the back of the bin....Kind of messy and a little annoying. Make sure you have a vacuum handy for clean up afterward.....Otherwise, for the money you can't expect miracles and it shreds fine manually and the auto feed works decently overall....Would buy it again.

The shredder is very quiet and works great! Hopefully lasts a good long time. I like that it has a handle to lift the top which makes it easy to empty.

Product is as advertised. Very good and does the job. Easy to clean and shreds very well

I’ve been using the AmazonBasics 6-Sheet Cross-Cut Shredder for a few months now, and it has become an essential tool in my home office. Here’s my honest experience: Advantages: Compact and Efficient: The size is perfect for small spaces. It fits neatly under my desk without taking up much room, yet it handles everyday shredding tasks with ease. Cross-Cut Security: I really appreciate the cross-cut feature because it shreds documents into small pieces, making it much harder for anyone to piece them back together. This gives me peace of mind when disposing of sensitive information. Credit Card Shredding: One of the biggest perks is the ability to shred old credit cards. I had a few expired cards lying around, and this shredder destroyed them quickly and cleanly. Easy to Empty: The pull-out basket makes disposal simple. No mess, no hassle—just slide it out and dump the contents. How I Used It: Home Office Documents: I regularly shred old bills, bank statements, and tax papers. It’s fast and reliable for small batches. Credit Cards: When I switched banks, I shredded my old cards in seconds. No need to worry about cutting them manually. Personal Papers: I even used it to shred old notebooks and receipts before recycling. It keeps clutter under control and protects my privacy. Overall Opinion: The AmazonBasics 6-Sheet Cross-Cut Shredder is a fantastic choice for anyone who needs a compact, reliable shredder for home or small office use. It’s easy to operate, secure, and handles both paper and credit cards without any issues. For the price, it offers excellent value and peace of mind. Highly recommended!

Works great..much quieter than my last shredder

Me sorprendió el funcionamiento y la rapidez con que tritura