Customer reviews from Staples
Staples - 12-Sheet Cross-Cut Multi-Media Shredder (ST62151) - Black
Average customer rating
4.2
(1,080 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 1,080 reviews
5 Stars
666
4 Stars
192
3 Stars
77
2 Stars
37
1 Star
108
84%of customers recommend this product.
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82 out of
98)
Customer Reviews for Staples - 12-Sheet Cross-Cut Multi-Media Shredder (ST62151) - Black
Customer Rating
5
Awesome
on May 23, 2024
Posted by: Kstatey93
from Millboro
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] My husband owns a business in construction so we have a lot of important paperwork that should be shredded. I didn’t count how many papers at this point we have shredded but it’s several hundred and I haven’t emptied the bin yet. I’ve even shredded a few credit cards and it did it with ease. Pros: • huge bin • shreds with ease • has a protective cover you push back (great for curious kids) • can handle big jobs • small enough to fit into most office spaces Cons: • will stop halfway through as it’s shredding (only if you’ve done a lot) and you have to push the down button to get it to finish (not a big deal in my opinion)
Written by a customer while visiting Staples
Customer Rating
5
Staples 24 sheet shredder
on May 23, 2024
Posted by: M.H.
from Moulton
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This is a very efficient shredder that can handle up to 24 sheets at a time. It is the perfect size for a small office! It is also quiet enough for a small office space as well. The bonus of being able to handle credit cards and CDs was also a great addition. I tried out the credit card function and was impressed. The size of the shredded fragments are perfect. This is definitely more secure than just long strips. My favorite feature was the ability to add a bin liner to make emptying easier. The bin is large enough that it doesn’t have to be emptied often but the liners do make it convenient when the time arises. Overall I would recommend especially for the small business owner with limited space looking for an efficient and secure shredder.
Written by a customer while visiting Staples
Customer Rating
5
Big capacity shredder that makes tiny shreds
on May 23, 2024
Posted by: A.W.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This is a powerful shredder that can easily handle multiple sheets at once. I took it all the way up to the stated limit of 15 heavy thickness sheets of paper and it ate them up with no problem. The resulting shredded paper is very small - about 3/4” x 1/8”. There is no chance that someone could piece the original document back together after it went through this shredder. Especially if multiple documents are shredded together. My previous shredder created long strips that could theoretically be realigned and taped back together if someone were determined enough. I really like the auto “on/off” feature by simply opening/closing the lid. The blades are also located deep enough within the narrow feeder slot that it would be impossible to accidentally cut a finger as you were shredding. The speed of the shredder is the same whether you are passing 1 sheet of paper or 15 through it. My previous shredder would often slow way down as you increased the amount of paper you fed it at one time and would often get jammed. No jams yet with this product. My only small issue was that I needed to shred some checkbook ledgers which were 9” x 12”. The width of the feeder slot was about 1/4” too short so I had to fold the papers in half. Not a big deal but something to note if you frequently shred larger docs that are wider than the standard 8.5” letter sized paper.
Written by a customer while visiting Staples
Customer Rating
5
Sleek Safe and Efficient
on May 23, 2024
Posted by: Jay
from Auburn
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I found this paper shredder to be very fancy and safe. Its sleek design and sturdy build give it a premium feel while the safety features provide peace of mind during use. This shredder can handle up to 15 sheets at once making it very efficient for both small and larger shredding tasks. I was impressed with how quickly and smoothly it processed documents. The bin capacity is decent for the shredder’s size allowing for a reasonable amount of use before needing to empty it. Additionally the shred size is very fine ensuring that shredded documents are thoroughly destroyed and secure. I kept this shredder in my home office. Its compact design fits well in the space without being obtrusive. Using this shredder is very easy. The controls are intuitive and it operates smoothly without any hassle. The noise level is comparable to other paper shredders. It’s not excessively loud which is a plus for maintaining a quiet work environment. Overall this paper shredder combines efficiency safety and user-friendly features making it an excellent choice for any home office.
Written by a customer while visiting Staples
Customer Rating
5
Definitely Recommend
on May 23, 2024
Posted by: M.D.
from BUTLER
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Great product! On a regular basis I have a stack of papers that need to be shredded and now I can add in any used up gift cards. I glad that I do not have to worry about taking any staples out since this shredder takes care of that as well. Overall this shredder made the process so much easier. The size is perfect for under my desk and I love the sleek black design. The bin capacity was big enough for me and was simple to empty. It was not too noisy to me. I definitely recommended if you need a simple shredder that shred not only paper but also staples and credit cards.
Written by a customer while visiting Staples
Customer Rating
5
Great Home Shredder
on May 22, 2024
Posted by: Momma J
from Riviera Beach
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I feel like this shredder is awesome for basic home use. I tested it with 15 pages at once and it basically handled it at the same speed as one page at once so that was nice! The bin holds a really good amount - I have maybe used it for around 40 to 50 pages at this point and it’s only half full. It shredded a credit card nicely too. Also it’s surprisingly heavy which I super appreciate because I don’t have to worry about it falling over or being bumped. I also love how the top closes up because my children don’t even know it opens and that way they aren’t trying to shove things in while it’s unplugged. I feel like the noise is about as good as you can expect from a machine that is shredding paper to bits haha it’s really not that loud. Anyway for a home shredder that I only use for random personal documents and expired cards I am VERY happy and would completely recommend it to anyone. It does its job perfect!
Written by a customer while visiting Staples
Customer Rating
5
The Perfcet Everyday Shredder
on May 22, 2024
Posted by: K.C.
from Monument
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This shredder is a great addition to any home and works just as described. I loved that it is not too big and it fits perfectly in my home office. It was very easy to set up and use right out of the box. It was very efficient at shredding and it could easily shred up to 12 sheets of paper at once. I also shredded some old credit cards and it handled them very well. Another thing that I really liked about this shredder was the bin capacity. I shredded over 75 sheets of paper and did not have to empty the bin. This helps when you are short on time and just need to shred some papers quickly. I also liked how small the shred size was. All of the documents that I shredded were shred small enough so there was no important information remaining. As mentioned before I use this paper shredder in my home office. It does not take up much room and could easily fit under desks or on shelves if you do not want it taking up floor space. This shredder is not very loud when compared to other paper shredders I have used. I also really like that you can see the paper volume from the front so you know when to empty the bin. Overall this is a great paper shredder for anyone looking for a shredder for at home or a home office. It is compact shreds very efficiently and does not make a great deal of noise. I would recommend this product to all my family and friends.
Written by a customer while visiting Staples
Customer Rating
4
Super Shredder
on May 22, 2024
Posted by: Olives
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Sturdy? Efficient? Safe? This shredder wont add much to any design aesthetic however it is sturdy efficient and safe. This medium sized shredder has a bit more capacity than is needed for a home office/ hybrid corporate office mom. However if this size is the only one with a shredding slot cover I'm sold. When opening the cover the teeth start chomping which was not expected since there is a paper auto detect function. Docked a star for that since it sort of goes against the safety cover aspect. The optional wheels are also a nice touch.
Written by a customer while visiting Staples