Yardmax YW7565

The Yardmax YW7565 Chipper Shredder features a large, self-feeding chute that is specifically designed to handle long branches. Since you won’t feel the need to push material into it, you can go right back to collecting more, hopefully making efficient use of your time.

GreatCircle LCE01

The GreatCircle LCE01 Wood Chipper Shredder Mulcher Heavy Duty has a four-stroke, 212cc, OHV engine that allows it to cut branches down to 1/15th of their original size. It features a vacuum inlet that you can use to suck leaves into the chipper, too, though you’ll have to buy a separate kit to use it.

YardBeast 2510

The massive YardBeast 2510 Wood Chipper Shredder is probably a little much for most people’s needs, but if you’re a professional landscaper or live on a farm, you might want to consider this model. Its industrial design includes a heavy-duty transmission that provides consistent power.

Tazz 30520

With a 212cc Viper engine, the Tazz 30520 Heavy Duty Wood Chippers will eat up and spit out branches and leaves of all sizes in a matter of minutes. The included rugged debris bag has the zipper on the bottom for easy emptying, and a dock-and-lock connector for quick hook-ups.

Patriot CSV-2515

It is rare to find an electric model that is almost as powerful as its gas-powered brethren, but the Patriot CSV-2515 Electric Wood Chipper fits the bill. It has a wide hopper to feed branches into and, despite weighing 95 pounds, the large wheels make it easy to reposition.

Sun Joe CJ602E

Ideal for the homeowner who likes eco-friendly tools, the Sun Joe CJ602E Electric Wood Chipper is an affordable, electric-powered model. It has a safety feature on the hopper that prevents it from operating when opened, and is available in three colors.

Patriot CSV-3100B

The gas-powered Patriot CSV-3100B Gas-Powered Wood Chipper is a multi-featured unit that incorporates a side discharge, letting you work in the same place all day without moving it. It quickly makes coin-sized chips of any branches three inches or less in diameter.