Acceptable but not as good as the Staples entry-level shredder it replaced (which finally died after at least 20 years of service). In this new shredder (1) The shreds are larger. (2) Shredding is activated only by inserting the sheet(s) and stops as soon as the shredding is finished leaving shreds immovably stuck in the shredder teeth. (3) The top is heavier and harder to remove (although contrary to other comments the handholds are adequate). I'll keep the shredder and continue to use it but with some disappointment.