Time to declutter? Then you should carefully shred documents and CDs before disposing of them. With a 15-liter collection bin, an extra basket for CDs, and an automatic start/stop function, this shredder can destroy some old paperwork. This shredder is suitable for the destruction of personal data in paper form in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). The device automatically shuts off in case of overheating to prevent damage.
How often does a product of this brand in the «Document shredders» category have a defect within the first 24 months?
Source: Digitec Galaxus
1.Ideal
0.2 %0.2 %
2.Hama
1 %1 %
2.Leitz
1 %1 %
4.Fellowes
1.1 %1.1 %
4.HSM
1.1 %1.1 %
Warranty case duration
How many working days on average does it take to process a warranty claim from when it arrives at the service centre until it’s back with the customer?
Source: Digitec Galaxus
1.Genie
0 days
1.Hama
0 days
3.HP
1 day1 day
3.Olympia
1 day1 day
3.Peach
1 day1 day
Return rate
How often is a product of this brand in the «Document shredders» category returned?
Source: Digitec Galaxus
2.Olympia
0.6 %0.6 %
4.Fellowes
0.7 %0.7 %
5.Hama
0.8 %0.8 %
5.Leitz
0.8 %0.8 %
7.Rexel
1.2 %1.2 %
Source: Digitec Galaxus
Translation: machine translated
Overall ratingVery good88/100
Very good88/100
Rank 2 out of 5Haus & Garten Test5 Aktenvernichter im TestReleaseFebruary 2025
Our little test favourite is the only one to impress with the additional features of chip card and CD functions as well as an extra waste bin, all at an excellent value for money. However, the device is a little noisy and the cutting quality could be finer.
Spiegel TestsAktenvernichter im TestReleaseNovember 2024
Provides a high standard of security at a favourable price. Shreds not only paper, but also credit cards, CDs and DVDs.
Quite loud, comparatively small collection container, susceptible to damage.
When choosing a document shredder, it all depends on what you want to destroy. If you only need to shred documents and credit cards occasionally, but also want to destroy CDs and DVDs, the low-cost model from Hama is a good choice. In the mid-price segment - with models from Peach, HP, Leitz and Fellowes - things get more complicated...
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Spiegel TestsSingle testReleaseSeptember 2023
Delivers a high standard of safety at an affordable price
Shreds not only paper, but also credit cards, CDs and DVDs
quite loud
Comparatively small collection container
susceptible to damage
However, the low price of less than 50 euros compared to the rest of the test field is reflected in the quality of workmanship. The plastic of the container, which holds 15 litres of paper shreds, is rather thin - and arrived already damaged. There are cracks in the plastic at the bottom...