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 3.3. The YARDMAX YW6065 2-in-1 Chipper leads on value. The Earthquake K33 Chipper Shredder wins on warranty and power. The YARDMAX YW6065 2-in-1 Chipper costs $600.99 less ($499 vs $1,099.99).
Earthquake K33 Chipper Shredder
#7 in GasFull review
A 3 in chipper shredder with more engine and a longer warranty than most, for owners who clear brush often and want it to last. The K32 does the same jobs for less if you chip only now and then.
Amazon $1,099.99$1,099.99
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 $366.66 per inch of branch capacity ($1,099.99, 3 in)).
- Choose the Earthquake K33 Chipper Shredder for warranty (5-year warranty vs 2-year warranty) and power (301 cc engine vs 212 cc engine).
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 | Earthquake K33 Chipper Shredder |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.4/5 | 3.3/5 |
| Value 30% | 93 $166.33 per inch of branch capacity ($499, 3 in) | 36 $366.66 per inch of branch capacity ($1,099.99, 3 in) |
| Capacity 30% | 33 3 in branches | 33 3 in branches |
| Power 15% | 23 212 cc engine | 56 301 cc engine |
| Features 10% | 67 self feeding, collection bag | 67 shredder hopper, collection bag |
| Warranty 15% | 50 2-year warranty | 100 5-year warranty |
Specifications
| YARDMAX YW6065 2-in-1 Chipper | Earthquake K33 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 | - | Viper 301cc 4 cycle |
| Displacement | 212 cc | 301 cc |
| Electric start | No | No |
| Build | ||
| Tow hitch | - | No |
| Weight | 119 lb | 138 lb |
| Warranty | 2 years | 5 years |
| Released | 2017-05 | - |