Customers regard the On Guard 8-Sheet Crosscut Shredder favorably for its strong shredding performance and good value, finding it easy to use and compact. However, some users experienced issues with the device overheating quickly and noted that it can be loud and have a small, less sturdy bin. The shredder's effectiveness is a key positive, but its durability and noise level are points of concern for some customers.
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Pros mentioned:
Shredding performance
Cons mentioned:
Noise level
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Good quality shredder
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Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Strong shredder, have shredded for about 30 minutes at a time, never overheats. Can take several sheets at a time. Large capacity. No complaints other than loud.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Value
Cons mentioned:
Bin quality
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Good Deal
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This shredder is good for the price. It works well. My only complaint is that you cannot carry it by the lid as it will separate from the bin. If transporting you must pick the unit up by the bin, which is made of less sturdy plastic, so it’s a bit awkward. As long as you plan to keep your shredder in one place (next to a power outlet) this is a good product for the price.
I would recommend this to a friend
Cons mentioned:
Bin quality
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Decent shredder
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Posted . Owned for more than 2 years when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Love the cross cut. The bin plastic is a bit flimsy with a HEAVY shredder on top. Entire product can wobble/tip over if transporting. Good job shredding though.
I would recommend this to a friend
Cons mentioned:
Noise level, Overheating
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Does the job
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It is pretty loud when shredding the papers and cards but it does the job. Overheat easily so turn it off when not using it.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Shredding performance
Cons mentioned:
Overheating
Rated 3 out of 5 stars
Does the job
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
For the money I'm happy with the purchase. The only complaint I have is that it gets hot very fast in my opinion. It actually shut down within 15 minutes of almost continuous shredding. Took at least 30 minutes to cool down before I could start shredding again.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Shredding performance
Cons mentioned:
Bin quality
Rated 3 out of 5 stars
Nice "Little" Shredder
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The shredder is working fine but the bin is so small it has to be emptied after 20-25 sheets. Personal shredder at best. Included lubrication sheets which was nice.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Ease of use, Shredding performance
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Very happy with my new shredder
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I was quite pleased with the purchase of my new shredder. It did
the task of shredding multiple sheets of paper, was reasonably priced, and easy to assemble.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Good shredder for the price.
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Bought this shredder for my daughter as a Christmas present. Was looking for the brand we have in our home but did not see it. Read the reviews and this one seemed good.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Shredding performance
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Crosscut shredder
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Posted . Owned for 8 months when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
I really like it. I would've liked it to be bigger for the price. It does what it's supposed to. I shred 8 sheets at a time.
I would recommend this to a friend
Cons mentioned:
Overheating
Rated 3 out of 5 stars
Shredder for home use
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The shredder is ok. I'm disappointed that it heats up with every use. And it takes awhile to cool down.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend
Cons mentioned:
Overheating
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Great shredder for personal use!
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Works as described in the features. But there is one draw back: The shredder gets overheated and stops with a red light coming on, too soon!
I would recommend this to a friend
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Size, Value
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Works great
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No complaints. It's small enough to fit in a corner and take up too much space. Great value for the money.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Ease of use, Shredding performance
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Easy to use
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Easy to use. Works well. It shreds papers quickly, but seems to struggle with credit cards.
I would recommend this to a friend
Cons mentioned:
Overheating
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
cool
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This shredder works well but the only thing is that it over heat. you can't put several papers to shredder at the same time.
I would recommend this to a friend
Cons mentioned:
Overheating
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Works
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Works fine, it will overheat and shut off on it's own. Just need to let it cool down. Other than that it works great
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Size
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Great for home office.
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Noise level - pretty good.
Size - compact, but cross cut seems to hold more.
Design - nice & sleek look.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Size
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
GREAT for small jobs
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very small canister; does its job; great for all I need it for and takes up very little space
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Ease of use, Shredding performance
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
LOVE IT
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EASY TO USE AND SHREDS PAPER GREAT. WOULD DEFINITELY RECOMMEND
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Great shredder for the money
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Bought this to replace an existing Sentinel shredder that wore out after 10 years or so. More plastic in this one but the build quality looks good and it works fine. Have had it for about 3 months and use it frequently with no problems. 4 stars because of more plastic over the one it replaced.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Great for a home shredder
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Don't plan on shredding a large stack of paper in one sitting, but to have available for shredding a few things at a time it is a good shredder for the price.