A good value 3 in chipper shredder for homeowners, with a long warranty and a sealed bag for tidy mulching.
Amazon $799.99The Earthquake K32 Chipper Shredder is the better wood chipper overall, rated 3.3 to 3.2. The Earthquake K32 Chipper Shredder leads on warranty. The Champion 200905 3-Inch Chipper Shredder wins on value. The Champion 200905 3-Inch Chipper Shredder costs $110 less ($689.99 vs $799.99).
A compact 3 in chipper shredder for suburban yards that want branches chipped and leaves shredded with a bag to catch it all. Earthquake offers a longer warranty for a little more.
Amazon $689.99Prices were last checked October 31, 2026 and are subject to change; the price and availability shown by the retailer at the time of purchase apply.
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Earthquake K32 Chipper Shredder for warranty (5-year warranty vs 2-year warranty).
- Choose the Champion 200905 3-Inch Chipper Shredder for value ($230 per inch of branch capacity ($689.99, 3 in) vs $266.66 per inch of branch capacity ($799.99, 3 in)).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every gas wood chipper; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Earthquake K32 Chipper Shredder | Champion 200905 3-Inch Chipper Shredder |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.3/5 | 3.2/5 |
| Value 30% | 58 $266.66 per inch of branch capacity ($799.99, 3 in) | 69 $230 per inch of branch capacity ($689.99, 3 in) |
| Capacity 30% | 33 3 in branches | 33 3 in branches |
| Power 15% | 23 212 cc engine | 27 224 cc engine |
| Features 10% | 67 shredder hopper, collection bag | 67 shredder hopper, collection bag |
| Warranty 15% | 100 5-year warranty | 50 2-year warranty |
Specifications
| Earthquake K32 Chipper Shredder | Champion 200905 3-Inch Chipper Shredder | |
|---|---|---|
| Chipping | ||
| Largest branch | 3 in | 3 in |
| Reduction ratio | 20:1 | 20:1 |
| Shredder hopper | Yes | Yes |
| Collection bag | Yes | Yes |
| Engine or motor | ||
| Power | Gas | Gas |
| Engine | Viper 212cc 4 cycle | Champion 224cc OHV |
| Displacement | 212 cc | 224 cc |
| Electric start | No | No |
| Build | ||
| Tow hitch | No | No |
| Weight | 118 lb | 113.5 lb |
| Warranty | 5 years | 2 years |
| Released | 2020-07 | - |
