A well equipped 3 in chipper shredder with a large bag for suburban yard cleanup. The Earthquake K32 adds a longer warranty for a bit more.
Amazon $629The Westinghouse WChip3 Gas Chipper Shredder is the better wood chipper overall, rated 3.3 to 2.4. The Westinghouse WChip3 Gas Chipper Shredder leads on value, warranty and features. The Westinghouse WChip3 Gas Chipper Shredder costs $511.65 less ($629 vs $1,140.65).
A tougher, towable 3 in chipper shredder for acreage owners who want a commercial grade Kohler engine and will pull it behind an ATV.
Amazon $1,140.65Prices were last checked November 2, 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 Westinghouse WChip3 Gas Chipper Shredder for value ($209.67 per inch of branch capacity ($629, 3 in) vs $380.22 per inch of branch capacity ($1,140.65, 3 in)), warranty (2-year warranty vs 1-year warranty) and features (shredder hopper, collection bag vs shredder hopper).
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 | Westinghouse WChip3 Gas Chipper Shredder | DK2 OPC503 3-Inch Chipper Shredder |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.3/5 | 2.4/5 |
| Value 30% | 76 $209.67 per inch of branch capacity ($629, 3 in) | 33 $380.22 per inch of branch capacity ($1,140.65, 3 in) |
| Capacity 30% | 33 3 in branches | 33 3 in branches |
| Power 15% | 23 212 cc engine | 21 208 cc engine |
| Features 10% | 67 shredder hopper, collection bag | 33 shredder hopper |
| Warranty 15% | 50 2-year warranty | 0 1-year warranty |
Specifications
| Westinghouse WChip3 Gas Chipper Shredder | DK2 OPC503 3-Inch Chipper Shredder | |
|---|---|---|
| Chipping | ||
| Largest branch | 3 in | 3 in |
| Reduction ratio | 15:1 | - |
| Shredder hopper | Yes | Yes |
| Collection bag | Yes | - |
| Engine or motor | ||
| Power | Gas | Gas |
| Engine | Westinghouse 212cc OHV | Kohler Command PRO CH270 |
| Displacement | 212 cc | 208 cc |
| Electric start | No | No |
| Build | ||
| Tow hitch | - | Yes |
| Weight | 129 lb | 170 lb |
| Warranty | 2 years | 1 year |
