How To Find A Paper Shredder That Is Affordable

In an effort to prevent identity theft you can get a quality shredder that is still inexpensive. Like many other markets the shredder market is very competitive and if you know what to look for you can get a very good deal. If price is your number one buying factor then let's see what features you want to included with your new shredder and what you want do without and still have a great machine.

One of the first considerations is security. Strip cutting shredders may work well but they are not very secure as most produce shredded strips of 3/16" or 1/4" that could be re-assembled by a savvy identity thief. This wouldn't be the first time these professionals have accomplished such a thing. Remember they are professionals and will stop at no end to steal your information.

You could get a cheaper strip cutting shredder but you would be sacrificing security. The cross cutting shredders are highly recommended and many times are competitively priced. As we see cross cutting shredders becoming the standard you may not have to skimp on security for price. This is just something to be aware of when you are shopping and comparing prices.
By shopping at department stores, office supply, and some computer supply stores you may find that affordable shredder that fits your needs. Wal Mart would probably be your first choice as they have a considerable number of stores that are just about everywhere these days.

A quick glance at the Wal Mart website shows two of the most popular shredders brands in the marketplace. They sell Fellowes Powershred, and Royal shredders which are quality products that are highly recognized in the industry. Here you have a clear choice as a few of the Wal Mart shredders are strip cutting models that are strip cutting shredders. Fellowes Powershred PS-60 Personal Shredder ($87.98) and the Royal Sovereign JS55 Shredder with Basket ($19.88) both of which are strip cutting shredders. If the security concern is not an issues they could both be considered affordable.
Office Depot also offers the Fellowes Powershred and Ativa brands. The Powershred carried by Wal Mart are quality but again consider the security issue. Office Depot has their own brand of paper shredder called Ativa. As some of these are made cheaply as imports from China, and Germany.

If you are looking for a great deal on an affordable new shredder Ebay maybe your best place to shop. Let's face it people are buying cars, hdtv's and other high priced ticket items there why not paper shredders? There is a great assortment of brands and models available there. If you pre shop for the exact model with the features you want. Then head on over to Ebay.com and compare features and prices. Make sure you check out the shipping price because sometimes sellers over price the shipping fees.

Of course there are many ways that you can find affordable shredders. The main thing is to know what security level, and shred style you can be satisfied with. Also compare motor horsepower which will determine the strength of your shredder and can make a difference when plowing through a stack of sheets. The light duty shredders have a tendency to jam more.
You should have no problem finding an affordable shredder. With the identity theft problem increasing shredder manufactures are offering competitive prices. So you should have great success. The price of not having a shredder could be even a bigger problem!

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