YARDMAX YW6065 2-in-1 Chipper
#4 in GasFull review
A low cost 3 in chipper for occasional branch cleanup on a budget. Buyers who want fine mulch should look at a 20:1 machine.
Amazon $499$499
The YARDMAX YW6065 2-in-1 Chipper is the better wood chipper overall, rated 3.4 to 3.2. The YARDMAX YW6065 2-in-1 Chipper leads on value. The YARDMAX YW6065 2-in-1 Chipper costs $190.99 less ($499 vs $689.99).
Champion 200905 3-Inch Chipper Shredder
#10 in GasFull review
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 $689.99$689.99
Prices 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 YARDMAX YW6065 2-in-1 Chipper for value ($166.33 per inch of branch capacity ($499, 3 in) vs $230 per inch of branch capacity ($689.99, 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 | YARDMAX YW6065 2-in-1 Chipper | Champion 200905 3-Inch Chipper Shredder |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.4/5 | 3.2/5 |
| Value 30% | 93 $166.33 per inch of branch capacity ($499, 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 self feeding, collection bag | 67 shredder hopper, collection bag |
| Warranty 15% | 50 2-year warranty | 50 2-year warranty |
Specifications
| YARDMAX YW6065 2-in-1 Chipper | Champion 200905 3-Inch Chipper Shredder | |
|---|---|---|
| Chipping | ||
| Largest branch | 3 in | 3 in |
| Reduction ratio | 10:1 | 20:1 |
| Shredder hopper | No | Yes |
| Self feeding | Yes | - |
| Collection bag | Yes | Yes |
| Engine or motor | ||
| Power | Gas | Gas |
| Engine | - | Champion 224cc OHV |
| Displacement | 212 cc | 224 cc |
| Electric start | No | No |
| Build | ||
| Tow hitch | - | No |
| Weight | 119 lb | 113.5 lb |
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years |
| Released | 2017-05 | - |