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 2.7. The Earthquake K32 Chipper Shredder leads on warranty. The Earthquake K32 Chipper Shredder costs $81.01 less ($799.99 vs $881).
A towable 3 in chipper shredder with a big chip bag for owners who pull equipment behind a tractor or ATV.
Amazon $881Prices 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 1-year warranty).
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 | DK2 OPC513 3-Inch Chipper Shredder |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.3/5 | 2.7/5 |
| Value 30% | 58 $266.66 per inch of branch capacity ($799.99, 3 in) | 52 $293.67 per inch of branch capacity ($881, 3 in) |
| Capacity 30% | 33 3 in branches | 33 3 in branches |
| Power 15% | 23 212 cc engine | 17 196 cc engine |
| Features 10% | 67 shredder hopper, collection bag | 67 shredder hopper, collection bag |
| Warranty 15% | 100 5-year warranty | 0 1-year warranty |
Specifications
| Earthquake K32 Chipper Shredder | DK2 OPC513 3-Inch Chipper Shredder | |
|---|---|---|
| Chipping | ||
| Largest branch | 3 in | 3 in |
| Reduction ratio | 20:1 | - |
| Shredder hopper | Yes | Yes |
| Collection bag | Yes | Yes |
| Engine or motor | ||
| Power | Gas | Gas |
| Engine | Viper 212cc 4 cycle | Kohler RH265 |
| Displacement | 212 cc | 196 cc |
| Electric start | No | No |
| Build | ||
| Tow hitch | No | Yes |
| Weight | 118 lb | 136.7 lb |
| Warranty | 5 years | 1 year |
| Released | 2020-07 | - |
