13 best branch shredders

In order to maintain order on the summer cottage on its own, a branch chopper is needed. The unit will grind the roots, flower stalks, vines, knots and shrub trunks, which will serve as a subsequent good fertilizer. For processing large volumes of branches in places where many trees have been cut down, professional models are used. They reduce the size of the waste, making it easier to clean and transport garbage. To choose such garden equipment correctly, we have prepared a rating of the best branch shredders. A review of product characteristics and customer reviews will narrow the search and prompt garden equipment for specific tasks.

How to choose a garden shredder

Immediately before the rating, we mention a number of parameters that should be paid attention to when choosing a garden shredder:

1. Type of food. There are electric and gasoline models. The first ones are easy to maintain and quieter, but depend on the length of the wire. The latter are more powerful and autonomous, but they weigh more and work louder.
2. Power. In electric models it is prescribed in kW, and in petrol in horsepower. The indicator varies from 1.5 to 4 kW, or 3-8 hp respectively. The thickness of the branches to break and the speed of work depends on the selected value.
3. Knife system. It happens disk or milling. Disc knives are cheaper, but they can only cope with thin stems of flowers, leaves, bushes. They can always be removed and sharpened. Fraser will cut the knots and branches with a diameter of up to 8 cm, but replacing it will cost more. There are grinders with a combined system that combines several types of knives.
4. Weight. Garden equipment weighs from 10 to 100 kg, which affects the ease of moving around the site and the ability to transport to a remote place.
5. Class of equipment. Shredders are divided into domestic, semi-professional and professional. The class determines the duration of continuous work and the ability to interrupt.

Rating best branch shredders

Nomination	a place	Name of product	price
Top electric branch shredders	1	Viking GE 420 3 kW	75 805 ₽
	2	BOSCH AXT 25 TC 2.5 kW	28 729 ₽
	3	WOLF-Garten SDE 2800 EVO 2.8 kW	20 540 ₽
	4	Makita UD2500 2.5kw	18 100 ₽
	5	AL-KO LH 2800 2.8 kW	18 990 ₽
	6	BOSCH AXT Rapid 2000 2 kW	15 800 ₽
	7	ZUBR ZIE-40-2500 2.5 kW	8 670 ₽
	8	PATRIOT PT SE24 2.4 kW	6 550 ₽
	9	Champion SH250 2.5 kW	6 990 ₽
The best gasoline shredders branches	1	MTD Rover 464 Q 7.5 HP	80 900 ₽
	2	CHAMPION SC6448 6.5 hp	40 200 ₽
	3	Viking GB 370 4.5 hp	72 920 ₽
	4	PATRIOT PT SB76 6.5 hp	61 990 ₽

Top electric branch shredders

Electric grinders are lighter than fuel units, they are quieter and do not emit harmful emissions into the atmosphere. Their undoubted advantage is the lack of maintenance. But in power they lose gasoline and are limited in radius to the length of the mains wire. Models with power 380 V are used stationary at the enterprises associated with wood processing. The units of 220 V have proven themselves well in the household and in the cottages.

Viking GE 420 3 kW

Rating: 4.9

The first place ranking is goods from Austria. The grinder has a capacity of 3 kW and develops speed up to 2800 per minute. The model provides for the separation of the upper part of the body into two loading compartments.At the top, a funnel acceptance for bulk materials is formed, and a tray for long branches opens below. This simplifies the work, making loading more convenient. Inside there is a double knife system, and the maximum diameter of the branches to break is 50 mm. The shredder is compact in size - the height is 137 cm, so it is convenient to work with it, and finding a place to store is not difficult.

We noted the chopper in the ranking as the most powerful among the semi-professional models. It is suitable for a large garden area with many trees. The double knife system with a powerful gear and a second row of discs ensures a long service life of the equipment and fine cutting of wood. Owners in the reviews note the safety of using the shredder thanks to the One Click switch, which stops the engine with one touch.

BOSCH AXT 25 TC 2.5 kW

Rating: 4.8

In second place ranking is the product from the German company Bosch. The chopper has the power of 2500 W and copes with branches, with a diameter of 4.5 cm. The model moves around the site on two wheels. The operator has a D-shaped handle and control panel. The branches and leaves are loaded vertically, for which a large funnel is located at the top. So that the garbage does not fly apart, the collection box is integrated below. Thanks to this, the workplace is always clean and easier to remove the waste material that owners like in reviews.

Our experts included the chopper in the ranking of the best due to the turbocharged system. 8 knives are parallel to each other, and their ends are connected by two rings. This design provides automatic tightening of branches, which increases the safety of operation. It also contributes to increased productivity - in an hour the chopper passes up to 230 kg of branches through itself. This is the best option for grinding the material when clearing the land for the construction of a private house.

WOLF-Garten SDE 2800 EVO 2.8 kW

Rating: 4.7

The third place in the rating is given to another German product, but from the manufacturer Wolf-Garten. Direct production of branch shredder is carried out in China at the production facilities of the brand. The unit has a power of 2.8 kW and is suitable for overlapping trunks, 4.5 cm thick, reducing their size by 10 times. The double knife of solid steel acts as the cutting and giving mechanism. Blades sharpened on both sides, which improves performance. Under the engine compartment is a roomy collector made of impact-resistant plastic. It has its own handle, so it is convenient to remove and transfer waste.

Our grinder experts liked the high U-shaped frame. Thanks to this design, even tall users will find it convenient to load branches without tilting. The chopper's control panel is also raised to the belt level, which simplifies access to the keys and increases operational safety (it takes less time to detect and depress the engine brake, unlike the rating leader, who has buttons below).

Makita UD2500 2.5kw

Rating: 4.6

The fourth place in the rating is assigned to the Japanese model, which has a triple knife on the drum inside. Owners in the reviews share that it is easy to sharpen it - the process can be performed at home with a regular file. In order for the branches to enter it correctly, there is an additional aluminum pressure device. Motor power 2.5 kW allows you to grind the trunks, 45 mm thick. Larger branches will not give a receiving hole. To accept the garbage there is a rigid collection box, with a volume of 67 liters, exceeding the performance of the models described above.

According to our experts, the chopper has earned a place in the rating for several reasons at once. It has wide wheels with a rubber tread, which prevents plunging on soft ground and facilitates transportation. The plug for connecting the wire is located under the bunker and the handle, so the swinging branches will not accidentally touch the cable. If a lot of leaves fall into the drum and it is wedged, then a reverse is provided for easy removal of the blockage.

AL-KO LH 2800 2.8 kW

Rating: 4.5

The fifth place ranking belongs to another German model. The grinder has an engine with a power of 2.8 kW and belongs to the semi-professional class. The maximum diameter of the ground branches is 42 mm. The unit is equipped with a tubular frame and powerful wheels for confident transportation through the garden plot. The receiving funnel is trimmed with impact-resistant plastic and a handle is cut in it for transportation. The crushed materials are collected in a collection box with a capacity of 48 liters. He has his own pen, convenient for removing the container. Buyers in the reviews praise the presence of the reverse, which helps to quickly release the channel in case of blockage.

We included a chopper in the rating for the presence of a milling knife. Thanks to the powerful cutting gear, the machine will last a long time. The advantage of this technology is the confident retention of branches, a length of 150 cm - the machine clamps the end and pulls it inwards, which increases safety for the user.

BOSCH AXT Rapid 2000 2 kW

Rating: 4.4

This place ranking belongs to a compact chopper branches from the brand Bosch. The Rapid model name indicates the use of a special, high-strength knife in the system. Carbon steel does not crumple when confronted with hard knots and remains sharp for a long time. Owners praise the product in reviews for such a thick knife made of blued steel, which is easy to sharpen. The element is so durable that its resource is enough for 10 years. The chopper is equipped with a motor with a power of 2 kW and cuts branches, with a diameter of 35 mm. The design provides for the substitution of textile bags for garbage collection under the outlet. Since the shredder does not have a device for tightening the branches, the complete set includes a pusher to protect the hands of the operator.

According to experts, the chopper has earned a place in the rating due to its weight of 11.5 kg. This is the best option for a woman or a very old man to easily remove the tops in the garden after the season.The unit easily cuts not only dry shoots, but also succulent stalks of zucchini, cucumbers, cabbage leaves.

ZUBR ZIE-40-2500 2.5 kW

Rating: 4.3

The seventh place ranking is a chopper from a domestic manufacturer. It is a frame construction with four points of support and a rigid collection box. Thanks to an electric motor with a power of 2.5 kW, it will be possible to grind the branches 4 cm thick. Inside there is a circular knife with double-sided grinding. Such a system is not able to tighten the branches, so the handle-pusher is attached to the device in order to feed grass and small bushes to the cutting elements. The container holds 50 liters of crushed material at once.

Our experts put the chopper in the rating due to the low price for the semi-professional model, which is almost 5 times more affordable than European products. Distinguishes garden shredder and lightweight - 14 kg, which will appreciate the housewives who care for the garden. More in the design provides additional guides in the funnel, so the long branches do not hang out on the sides, and purposefully fed to the knives.

PATRIOT PT SE24 2.4 kW

Rating: 4.2

The eighth place in the ranking is taken by the American brand, but it has long been produced in China. The grinder is made with an S-shaped tubular frame, at the top of which there is a funnel and a handle for transportation. The electric motor has a power of 2.4 kW and according to the passport characteristics the device is designed for branches 4 cm in diameter. But buyers in the reviews warn that with frequent grinding of such thickness the shredder heats up quickly and the gearbox bearing may deteriorate. The optimum working values ​​are 2-3 cm. Inside the disk system functions, therefore the grinder is completed with a pusher. When the equipment is not used, it can be attached to a special clamp on the frame, so as not to lose.

We ranked the product as one of the most affordable. But since it belongs to the domestic class, then the Schröder is suitable only for working on weekends at his dacha. This is a great choice for caring for a greenhouse with flowers or a greenhouse.

Champion SH250 2.5 kW

Rating: 4.2

On the ninth place in the ranking is another domestic household class grinder. Build a model in China provides an affordable price. The garden unit is endowed with a power of 2.5 kW and will cope with branches, 4 cm thick. But the instructions warned, this diameter applies only to freshly chopped wood. The model has a convenient funnel and auxiliary pusher. The rotation of the circular knives takes place at a speed of 4000 rpm. The owners in the reviews say that the engine will not start accidentally, it will require simultaneous pressing of two buttons.

Although this is a simple household grinder, it has been ranked for several reasons at once. The technique has the lowest weight in the category - 11 kg. The device can be used both at the dacha, and transporting it in the trunk to relatives.This is a good alternative to bonfires for autumn cleaning the garden or garden. The model also has the narrowest distance between the wheels, which simplifies transportation along garden paths, 40 cm wide.

The best gasoline shredders branches

Gasoline shredders are much more powerful than their electric “brothers”, which expands the possibilities in terms of their usage time and the thickness of the branches to break. It also allows them to be transported and applied in any areas, regardless of the availability of food. This is advantageous when clearing the area for construction, garbage collection after felling in a residential area. But they work louder and emit smoke into the atmosphere. More gasoline units require maintenance in the form of an oil change. They weigh more, and a motorblock or a car may be needed to transport equipment.

MTD Rover 464 Q 7.5 HP

Rating: 4.9

We gave the first place to the American grinder of a professional class. The device is made entirely of metal and equipped with a 2.5 liter gasoline engine. The power unit has a four-stroke operation and is easy to maintain. The owners in the reviews are divided that they operate the branch chopper even in winter, but only need to fill in the corresponding oil, calculated for negative temperatures (5W30). The fuel tank holds 3.8 liters and consumes about 1.7 liters per hour. Garden equipment is equipped with a large bunker that easily holds even long logs of 2 m.

According to our experts, the chopper is worthy of the first place in the rating due to its increased power of 7.5 hp. This allows him to cope with the branches, up to 75 mm thick, and buyers in the reviews report that he "chews" and 80 mm in diameter. Another advantage of the model is to work for 9 hours non-stop, not causing harm to the engine and tooling.

CHAMPION SC6448 6.5 hp

Rating: 4.8

The second place in the ranking is taken by the domestic gasoline chopper, which costs two times less than the American one, but its price still remains high. The unit is made in a vertical case and is completely constructed of metal. The construction weighs 72 kg, but the grinder is stable, and large branches will not damage the machine. Torque on the mill transmits four-stroke engine, a volume of 2.0 liters. A 3.1 liter tank is installed in the fuel system, which is enough for almost 3 hours of operation. The shredder has wide wheels with tractor tread, providing easy transportation through the garden plot. The maximum cross section of the ground branches is 50 mm.

Experts put the product in the rating due to two receiving holes that increase the convenience of work. The upper bunker has a large diameter, so it is quite simple to fall asleep the leaves and twigs, you can directly from the bucket. For thick branches, a pipe with rubber bumpers is provided. It is located in the lower part of the apparatus, so you do not need to raise your hands high

Viking GB 370 4.5 hp

Rating: 4.7

The third place was awarded to the Austrian model with a 4.5 hp engine. The chopper is capable of crushing branches, with a diameter of 45 mm. This product has an L-shaped frame and a vertical hopper for loading. This maintains excellent stability during operation. The Multi-Cut knife system rotates the blades at a speed of 3000 rpm. The unit weighs 45 kg, which is much lighter than its competitors. But his wheels are thinner and it is more difficult to roll garden equipment over soft ground. To start the engine, you need to pull the manual drive from the side. This eliminates accidental inclusion, but requires effort at the start. The shredder is not equipped with a receiving container and it is necessary to purchase additional bags.

We added the product to the best rating, as the most compact in the category, which is convenient for storage or work in a limited space (for example, in a small courtyard). The vertical configuration with a height of 140 cm easily fits under the stairs or in the shed. In reviews, users praise the model for fine grinding, a length of 10-30 mm.

PATRIOT PT SB76 6.5 hp

Rating: 4.6

The fourth place in the ranking belongs to the American brand. Garden shredder powered by a four-stroke engine, 6.5 hp This product belongs to the professional class and cuts branches with a diameter of 75 mm. Compared to European counterparts, the price of shredder is much more affordable. This is due to a complete set of motor from the Chinese company Lifan. But, judging by the reviews, the power plant is quite "tenacious". Starting the machine is also easy, but depending on the humidity and air pressure, one has to “play” the carburetor flap. Model weighs 70 kg and is made of thick iron. The fuel tank holds 3.6 liters of fuel.

The product got into the rating due to the wide upper funnel, where you can pile up the tops of potatoes, tomatoes, small branches. This saves a lot of time. Thick logs are served in a separate channel below. Even with the maximum diameter of branches, the chopper speed does not fall. Even this model has the ability to fasten to the car's tow bar, so transportation over long distances is simplified.

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Attention! This rating is subjective, is not advertising and does not serve as a guide to the purchase. Before buying, you should consult with a specialist.