Patriot CSV-2515
#12 in ElectricFull review
For property owners who want gas class capacity and leaf shredding without engine noise or upkeep, and will pay for it. Casual users are better served by a $150 chipper.
Amazon $1,495$1,495
The Patriot CSV-2515 rates 3.4 among electric wood chippers; the Westinghouse WChip3 Gas Chipper Shredder rates 3.3 among gas ones. The Westinghouse WChip3 Gas Chipper Shredder costs $866 less ($629 vs $1,495).
Westinghouse WChip3 Gas Chipper Shredder
#4 in GasFull review
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 $629$629
Prices 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.
Scores side by side
These two sit in different power classes (electric and gas), and each is scored against the reference points for its own class, so a rating says how well each does among its own power peers. How we rank explains each factor.
| Factor weight | Patriot CSV-2515 | Westinghouse WChip3 Gas Chipper Shredder |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.4/5 | 3.3/5 |
| Value 30% | 0 $598 per inch of branch capacity ($1,495, 2.5 in) | 76 $209.67 per inch of branch capacity ($629, 3 in) |
| Capacity 30% | 100 2.5 in branches | 33 3 in branches |
| Power 15% | 67 14 A motor | 23 212 cc engine |
| Features 10% | 67 shredder hopper, collection bag | 67 shredder hopper, collection bag |
| Warranty 15% | 50 2-year warranty | 50 2-year warranty |
Specifications
| Patriot CSV-2515 | Westinghouse WChip3 Gas Chipper Shredder | |
|---|---|---|
| Chipping | ||
| Largest branch | 2.5 in | 3 in |
| Reduction ratio | 20:1 | 15:1 |
| Shredder hopper | Yes | Yes |
| Collection bag | Yes | Yes |
| Engine or motor | ||
| Power | Electric | Gas |
| Engine | - | Westinghouse 212cc OHV |
| Displacement | - | 212 cc |
| Electric start | - | No |
| Motor current | 14 A | - |
| Build | ||
| Tow hitch | No | - |
| Weight | 112 lb | 129 lb |
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years |