EFCUT C30 LITE Wood Chipper
#15 in GasFull review
A light, low cost 3 in chipper for small yards and occasional pruning. The full C30 makes finer mulch for about $150 more.
Amazon $549.99$549.99
The EFCUT C30 LITE Wood Chipper is the better wood chipper overall, rated 2.9 to 2.7. The EFCUT C30 LITE Wood Chipper leads on value. The EFCUT C30 LITE Wood Chipper costs $148.25 less ($549.99 vs $698.24).
EFCUT C30 Wood Chipper Shredder
#17 in GasFull review
A 3 in chipper that makes fine mulch from leafy branches, for gardeners who want to compost or mulch what they cut.
Amazon $698.24$698.24
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 EFCUT C30 LITE Wood Chipper for value ($183.33 per inch of branch capacity ($549.99, 3 in) vs $232.75 per inch of branch capacity ($698.24, 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 | EFCUT C30 LITE Wood Chipper | EFCUT C30 Wood Chipper Shredder |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 2.9/5 | 2.7/5 |
| Value 30% | 86 $183.33 per inch of branch capacity ($549.99, 3 in) | 68 $232.75 per inch of branch capacity ($698.24, 3 in) |
| Capacity 30% | 33 3 in branches | 33 3 in branches |
| Power 15% | 23 212 cc engine | 23 212 cc engine |
| Features 10% | 0 none of the three | 0 none of the three |
| Warranty 15% | 0 1-year warranty | 0 1-year warranty |
Specifications
| EFCUT C30 LITE Wood Chipper | EFCUT C30 Wood Chipper Shredder | |
|---|---|---|
| Chipping | ||
| Largest branch | 3 in | 3 in |
| Reduction ratio | 15:1 | 20:1 |
| Shredder hopper | No | No |
| Engine or motor | ||
| Power | Gas | Gas |
| Displacement | 212 cc | 212 cc |
| Electric start | No | No |
| Build | ||
| Tow hitch | No | No |
| Weight | 84.4 lb | 114 lb |
| Warranty | 1 year | 1 year |