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 rates 3.4 among gas wood chippers; the Patriot CSV-2515 rates 3.4 among electric ones. The YARDMAX YW6065 2-in-1 Chipper costs $996 less ($499 vs $1,495).
Patriot CSV-2515
#13 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
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.
Scores side by side
These two sit in different power classes (gas and electric), 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 | YARDMAX YW6065 2-in-1 Chipper | Patriot CSV-2515 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.4/5 | 3.4/5 |
| Value 30% | 93 $166.33 per inch of branch capacity ($499, 3 in) | 0 $598 per inch of branch capacity ($1,495, 2.5 in) |
| Capacity 30% | 33 3 in branches | 100 2.5 in branches |
| Power 15% | 23 212 cc engine | 67 14 A motor |
| Features 10% | 67 self feeding, collection bag | 67 shredder hopper, collection bag |
| Warranty 15% | 50 2-year warranty | 50 2-year warranty |
Specifications
| YARDMAX YW6065 2-in-1 Chipper | Patriot CSV-2515 | |
|---|---|---|
| Chipping | ||
| Largest branch | 3 in | 2.5 in |
| Reduction ratio | 10:1 | 20:1 |
| Shredder hopper | No | Yes |
| Self feeding | Yes | - |
| Collection bag | Yes | Yes |
| Engine or motor | ||
| Power | Gas | Electric |
| Displacement | 212 cc | - |
| Electric start | No | - |
| Motor current | - | 14 A |
| Build | ||
| Tow hitch | - | No |
| Weight | 119 lb | 112 lb |
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years |
| Released | 2017-05 | - |