How noisy is this item when its shredding? I want one that is on the quieter side rather than loud and obnoxious...
1161279
There is always of necessity a certain amount of noise involved with shredding, but I thought it much quieter than any I've ever used--but in the past I've always bought on the cheaper side and they were quite noisy, so by comparison this one is a dream. For instance, if someone else is watching TV or on the phone, I don't have to wait till they are done to run the shredder like I have in the past. I think you'll be happy with it.
1161280
I second CAT's response. I was actually constructing a response that was pretty much identical to CAT's. :) But to add to her response, for this price point and for a "Basics" shredder, it's relatively quiet. But if you're expecting the noise level to be on par with higher-end shredders specifically designed to mute the volume, you may need to reconsider.
1161281
It is quieter than most, but still makes a fair amount of noise. It does do a good job for the money
1161282
I do not know what you consider loud but I think it is reasonable considering it is grinding paper into confetti. It is not nearly as loud as a blender.
1161283
I did notice when I first started using this shredder that it seemed quieter than the one I had before. I had an Aurora. How that compares to other shredders I cannot answer.
1351433
I also want it loud..I had a small cleaner that died last night......I did not sleep at all......Went to sears today and picked up this unit...I wish it was a little louder...But its ok....
336439
I do not think it is loud and I believe it shreds reasonable fast. It really depends on your standard by which you judge it.
1995655
I try to use one after I have shredded about a reem's worth of paper. Your shredder directions may have a guide to tell you how often to clean it. I don't know of any standard recommended frequency.
1274149
It is not very noisy but it is noisier then their full trimmers which I also use.
1198274
It's tough for me to answer that since I've only had one or two other shredders in my lifetime. I can say that when using the closed-lid shredding option (the one which I don't feel works very well), the shredder is quieter than most others because the action is going on inside the machine.
1021060
It depends on how often and how much you use your shredder. I've used one sice I bought the pack of lub pads and the shredder still sounds great. after four months. Under normal conditions I run about 150 sheets through the shredder a week. I figure the shredder will be due for another sub in about a month.
1037691
I bought this shredder because it was highly rated by Good Housekeeping. The directions say to rest it after only 2 minutes of shredding. I have had no problems with overheating but I don't shred a huge stack of paper before giving it a rest.
928563
it works well...but it is noisy as hell. If ur gonna run it 24 7 ...the sound willl make you nuts. I'm not even usin mine because it's too loud. I'll sell ya mine :)
1067923
It is noisy. I have to turn it as low as I can to sleep but I still love it. It works well.
1478015
It worked quite well with my shredder.Considering I did not know you had to oil it until it started to squeak.It stopped the noise.
81170
This one is less noisy than others I've tried, but it's hardly ultra quiet. I would say that the noise is tolerable.
1198275
I've several different styles of shredder and can say this one makes the least noise
538704
It's def louder than a portable generator. If you start it up and don't hear it, you better go check on it. Having said that tho, I don't mean to say that it is distractingly noisy, just that you're going to hear it running.
1780399
It makes what sounds like a little bell noise while it is shredding. It's most pronounced with you use the credit care shredder slot.Works great, just makes a strange noise.
2232055
I Guess as garbage disposals go it's fairly quiet. It's not excessively noisy. I'm satisfied with my purchase. Hope this helps.
81172
This makes noise but it is not abrasive. I would call this one more on the quiet side because I've used it at the gym and no one even looks up or pays attention.