Customer reviews from Staples
Staples - 24-Sheet Cross-Cut Multi-Media Shredder - Black
Average customer rating
4.2
(1,094 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 1,094 reviews
5 Stars
677
4 Stars
194
3 Stars
77
2 Stars
37
1 Star
109
85%of customers recommend this product.
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94 out of
110)
Customer Reviews for Staples - 24-Sheet Cross-Cut Multi-Media Shredder - Black
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
Customer Rating
5
So Quiet and Efficient
on May 22, 2024
Posted by: Jonny
from Mount Joy
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I’m very impressed with this shredder. My old one is very loud and could not shred a lot at one time so I wanted to get a quieter one. This delivered the quietness I wanted and more. I tried it out first at home and I had trouble finding the slot to put the paper in at first. The design is very sleek and you have to press a button to open the slot. But once I got it open I was amazed! The thing even shredded a paper plate! (Maybe shouldn’t use it for that often) But you can barely tell that it is on when you are using it! I can use it in the office without being an interruption to anybody. It also holds a lot of shredded paper and I have yet to unload it. Overall a very good purchase and I would definitely recommend this for any office space.
Written by a customer while visiting Staples
Customer Rating
5
Great Shredder
on May 22, 2024
Posted by: D.K.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This is a really great shredder. This machine has the power to shred large stacks of paper (I tried 24 and had no issue) does not slow down and does not get jammed up. This has been a huge upgrade from our current shredder which could only handle 5 pages and would get jammed if they were not fed perfectly straight. The shred size is sufficient for our needs and the bin is large so it doesn't need to be emptied constantly. The bin is very easy to take out and dump into our recycling container. This shredder is large so make sure you have space to accommodate it. This is a great shredder for a medium to larger size office and fits under a desk no problem.
Written by a customer while visiting Staples