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 2.9. The YARDMAX YW6065 2-in-1 Chipper leads on value, warranty and features. The EFCUT C40E 4-Inch Electric Start Chipper wins on capacity and power. The YARDMAX YW6065 2-in-1 Chipper costs $800.99 less ($499 vs $1,299.99).
EFCUT C40E 4-Inch Electric Start Chipper
#14 in GasFull review
The C40 with a key start, for owners who stop and restart often or struggle with a pull cord.
Amazon $1,299.99$1,299.99
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 $325 per inch of branch capacity ($1,299.99, 4 in)), warranty (2-year warranty vs 1-year warranty) and features (self feeding, collection bag vs none of the three).
- Choose the EFCUT C40E 4-Inch Electric Start Chipper for capacity (4 in branches vs 3 in branches) and power (274 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 | EFCUT C40E 4-Inch Electric Start Chipper |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.4/5 | 2.9/5 |
| Value 30% | 93 $166.33 per inch of branch capacity ($499, 3 in) | 44 $325 per inch of branch capacity ($1,299.99, 4 in) |
| Capacity 30% | 33 3 in branches | 67 4 in branches |
| Power 15% | 23 212 cc engine | 46 274 cc engine |
| Features 10% | 67 self feeding, collection bag | 0 none of the three |
| Warranty 15% | 50 2-year warranty | 0 1-year warranty |
Specifications
| YARDMAX YW6065 2-in-1 Chipper | EFCUT C40E 4-Inch Electric Start Chipper | |
|---|---|---|
| Chipping | ||
| Largest branch | 3 in | 4 in |
| Reduction ratio | 10:1 | 15:1 |
| Shredder hopper | No | No |
| Self feeding | Yes | - |
| Collection bag | Yes | - |
| Engine or motor | ||
| Power | Gas | Gas |
| Displacement | 212 cc | 274 cc |
| Electric start | No | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Tow hitch | - | No |
| Weight | 119 lb | 144 lb |
| Warranty | 2 years | 1 year |
| Released | 2017-05 | - |