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Stihl Electric Shredder GHE 150 review

Blade cutting system. Priced at $799.

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This overall score is made up of performance (70%) and ease of use (30%).

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The performance score is equally weighted between the results for: shredding freshly cut material up to 20mm in diameter, shredding dry material typically 20–40mm in diameter, and shredding leafy material.

Ease of use score View more details.

The ease of use score is made up of: feeding in material (40%), whether blockages occur and the ease of clearing them (40%), and moving the shredder around (20%). Ease of accessing and adjusting the blades is noted but not scored.

Noise at user's position and at 7.5m (dB) View more details.

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$799
Cutting system View more details.
Blade: cuts the material into small chips and is generally better for shredding fresh or leafy material. Roller: the roller has ridges to crush and cut the material.
Blade
Power source View more details.

Electric (corded) models need to be plugged in, while cordless (battery) models can be more portable. See our buying guide for more details.

Electric (corded)
Claimed maximum branch diameter (mm)
35
Claimed motor power (W)
2200
Weight (kg)
26.4
Dimensions (cm, H x W x D)
113 x 47 x 90
Items supplied
Shredder and instructions.
Warranty (years)
2
Country of origin View more details.

The stated country of manufacture. Note that parts may have been sourced from various countries.

Not stated
Website
stihl.com.au
Plunger View more details.

A plastic tool to help push the material down into the shredding blades or rollers.

No
Collection bag View more details.

A bag or bin to collect the shredded material - helps keep mess to a minimum.

No
Reverse function View more details.

Reversing the direction of the blades or rollers can help clear any jammed material. Some models have an automatic reverse that engages when the machine detects a blockage.

No
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