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 3.0. The YARDMAX YW6065 2-in-1 Chipper leads on warranty and features. The Landworks Compact Rotor Wood Chipper costs $13 less ($486 vs $499).
Landworks Compact Rotor Wood Chipper
#13 in GasFull review
A budget 3 in chipper for occasional branch cleanup in a small yard. It saves money over chipper shredders but gives up leaf shredding and warranty length.
Amazon $486$486
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 warranty (2-year warranty vs 1-year warranty) and features (self feeding, collection bag vs none of the three).
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 | Landworks Compact Rotor Wood Chipper |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.4/5 | 3.0/5 |
| Value 30% | 93 $166.33 per inch of branch capacity ($499, 3 in) | 94 $162 per inch of branch capacity ($486, 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 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 | Landworks Compact Rotor Wood Chipper | |
|---|---|---|
| Chipping | ||
| Largest branch | 3 in | 3 in |
| Reduction ratio | 10:1 | 15:1 |
| Shredder hopper | No | No |
| Self feeding | Yes | - |
| Collection bag | Yes | - |
| Engine or motor | ||
| Power | Gas | Gas |
| Engine | - | Rato 212cc OHV |
| Displacement | 212 cc | 212 cc |
| Electric start | No | No |
| Build | ||
| Tow hitch | - | No |
| Weight | 119 lb | 97 lb |
| Warranty | 2 years | 1 year |
| Released | 2017-05 | - |