As I say in the about page, I was appalled at the lack of good information available about Garden Shredders. It’s easier than using a lot of different garden tools, and it’s definitely better than having to deal with a manual compost shredder. Any models with higher RPMs (above 4000rpm) and a faster shredding rate of above 200 kg/h were rated higher as they could handle both smaller vegetation and thicker branches.

Just be sure to lop off any nubs and stalks beforehand and give it time to complete its task before stuffing in another branch. In general, these shredders should be able to cut both dry and green matter, although they often still cope better with one than the other.The Stihl GHE 355 is an extremely efficient shredder-cum-chipper but it costs a lot of wonga and, at 1. We put multiple garden shredders to the test, assessing which models have the right balance of speed, power, size, and functionality. Its loudness and dislike of damp greens isn’t a problem for me as I’ll be shredding mostly dry dogwood, hazel, buddleia, and laurel.

While it’s not good to receive a dead machine, getting the issue resolved quickly is a positive for the TackLife team. However, if you’ve got lots of pure damp greenery or you live in a built-up urban area (where the noise might be a problem), you may want to look at something else. Look for large wheels and comfortable handles and if weight is an issue, opt for an impact shredder which will be much lighter to lift and move. For users with heavy-duty shredding requirements, factors like the motor power, blade RPM and shredding rate will play greater importance.He owns a 25-acre farm in Aberdeenshire with a focus on self-sufficiency, living off the land, and working with nature.

If you’re someone who loves to prune the garden, but hates having to deal with the woody material, an electric shredder can make life a lot easier. This model accepts branches of up to 4cm in diameter though, in essence, it will swallow anything you can fit through the top-mounted portal.

This budget-friendly garden shredder has a lot going for it, so long as you don’t try to work it too hard. Having already tested out the excellent Ryobi Silent shredder, I knew what to expect from a big beast of a machine like this. Spending 22 years landscape gardening has meant that I’ve tried a variety of shredders and chippers in my time. The majority of us have to either cram clippings into a council garden-waste bag, or take multiple trips to the dump.