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 2.9. The Westinghouse WChip3 Gas Chipper Shredder leads on warranty and features. The EFCUT C30 LITE Wood Chipper wins on value. The EFCUT C30 LITE Wood Chipper costs $79.01 less ($549.99 vs $629).
A light, low cost 3 in chipper for small yards and occasional pruning. The full C30 makes finer mulch for about $150 more.
Amazon $549.99Prices 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 warranty (2-year warranty vs 1-year warranty) and features (shredder hopper, collection bag vs none of the three).
- Choose the EFCUT C30 LITE Wood Chipper for value ($183.33 per inch of branch capacity ($549.99, 3 in) vs $209.67 per inch of branch capacity ($629, 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 | Westinghouse WChip3 Gas Chipper Shredder | EFCUT C30 LITE Wood Chipper |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.3/5 | 2.9/5 |
| Value 30% | 76 $209.67 per inch of branch capacity ($629, 3 in) | 86 $183.33 per inch of branch capacity ($549.99, 3 in) |
| Capacity 30% | 33 3 in branches | 33 3 in branches |
| Power 15% | 23 212 cc engine | 23 212 cc engine |
| Features 10% | 67 shredder hopper, collection bag | 0 none of the three |
| Warranty 15% | 50 2-year warranty | 0 1-year warranty |
Specifications
| Westinghouse WChip3 Gas Chipper Shredder | EFCUT C30 LITE Wood Chipper | |
|---|---|---|
| Chipping | ||
| Largest branch | 3 in | 3 in |
| Reduction ratio | 15:1 | 15:1 |
| Shredder hopper | Yes | No |
| Collection bag | Yes | - |
| Engine or motor | ||
| Power | Gas | Gas |
| Engine | Westinghouse 212cc OHV | - |
| Displacement | 212 cc | 212 cc |
| Electric start | No | No |
| Build | ||
| Tow hitch | - | No |
| Weight | 129 lb | 84.4 lb |
| Warranty | 2 years | 1 year |
