Worx WG401E Review | Garden shredder | CHOICE

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Recommended View more details. We recommend garden shredders with CHOICE Expert Ratings of 80% and over.

CHOICE Expert Rating View more details. This overall score is made up of performance (70%) and ease of use (30%).
Performance score View more details. 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. We measure the shredder's noise, next to it in the user's position, and at 7.5 m distance.
Year tested View more details. The year we tested this model.

Availability View more details. This shows which models are still available and those that are now discontinued.: Discontinued model

Price View more details. Price is recommended retail or the price we paid. For cordless models, this includes the cost of the battery and charger.: $399

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.: Roller
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): 40
Claimed motor power (W): 2400
Weight (kg): 28
Dimensions (cm, H x W x D): 92 x 45 x 52
Items supplied: Shredder, axle, wheels, stand, screws, Allen key, spanner 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.: China
Website: worxtools.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.: Yes

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