• Will this shredder be used at home, at work, or in a home/office?
• What type of security is needed? Strip or Confetti cut?
• How many sheets of paper will be shredded each day?
• Can it shred credit cards?
• Can it shred CDs?
• Can this shredder handle staples and paper clips?
• Is noise level a consideration?

Answering questions such as these can help narrow down the variety of shredder choices available.

Home Paper Shredders

Typical at home paper shredder users will shred a few times a week. Items often shredded are bank statements, credit card receipts and pre-approved credit card applications.

Home Office Paper Shredders

The typical home office paper shredder user will shred several times a day. Items often shredded are business data, sales records, legal documents, bank statements and credit card receipts. Quiet operation makes these paper shredders ideal for the office or cubical setting.

Small Office/Home Office Shredders

The typical small office/home paper user will shred frequently throughout the day. Items often shredded are business data, sales records, legal documents, personnel records, bank statements and credit card receipts. Quiet operation makes these shredders ideal for the office or cubical setting.