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Powershred® 450Ms Micro-Cut Shredder
Ultimate protection with particles 10 times smaller than standard cross-cut
Auto Reverse stops and reverses paper if a jam occurs
SafeSense® Technology stops shredding when hands touch the paper opening
SilentShred™ offers ultra-quiet performance for shared workspaces
Holds over 80% more paper per gallon than standard cross-cut
Shreds 7 sheets per pass into 5/64”x 5/16” micro-cut particles (Security Level P-5)
Maximum run time: 8-10 on / 15 off
5.5 gallon pull-out bin
22.4”Hx13.75”Wx10.4”D
For 1 user
Average Customer Rating:
4.3
out of 5
(82 Reviews)
Rating Snapshot (82 reviews)
5 stars
52
4 stars
17
3 stars
5
2 stars
1
1 star
7
68 of 83%of 82customers would recommend this product to others
Customer Reviews for Powershred® 450Ms Micro-Cut Shredder
Review 1 for Powershred® 450Ms Micro-Cut Shredder
User Rating:
5
out of
5
"Best Shredder - For The Best Price"
Date:June 17, 2016
User Rating:
5
out of
5
Performance and Durability:
5
out of
5
Jam Resistance:
5
out of
5
Safe Operation:
5
out of
5
Style & Design:
5
out of
5
Date:June 17, 2016
Written By:LagunaLen
Location:Home Office
Usage Pattern:Daily Use
Industry:Marketing/Advertising
Performance and Durability:
5
out of
5
Jam Resistance:
5
out of
5
Safe Operation:
5
out of
5
Style & Design:
5
out of
5
Pros: Quality Construction, Jam Resistance, Safety Features, Quiet Operation, Sheet Capacity, Shreds Credit Cards, Staples and CDs, Service Guarantee, Warranty, a beast
" This Shredder is bullet-proof! This is the 3rd one I've used. I've also given five as gifts to other small business associates. You can buy & use with confidence.
"
Response from Fellowes:By AS, CS , June 24, 2016
It sounds like you're sharing the shredder love and we love it!
Review 2 for Powershred® 450Ms Micro-Cut Shredder
User Rating:
5
out of
5
"small size but great machine"
Date:October 7, 2014
User Rating:
5
out of
5
Performance and Durability:
5
out of
5
Jam Resistance:
3
out of
5
Safe Operation:
5
out of
5
Style & Design:
5
out of
5
Date:October 7, 2014
Written By:gigi123
Performance and Durability:
5
out of
5
Jam Resistance:
3
out of
5
Safe Operation:
5
out of
5
Style & Design:
5
out of
5
Pros: Mess Reduction
" We use this shredder for our shared work office. This is the 4th Fellowes shredder we have bought and we love the company. It quiet and does the job.
"
Response from Fellowes:By AS, CS, October 8, 2014
Hi there gigi123, thanks for being such a loyal Fellowes customer!
Review 3 for Powershred® 450Ms Micro-Cut Shredder
User Rating:
5
out of
5
"Powershred® 450Ms Micro-Cut Shredder"
Date:July 28, 2014
User Rating:
5
out of
5
Performance and Durability:
5
out of
5
Jam Resistance:
5
out of
5
Safe Operation:
5
out of
5
Style & Design:
5
out of
5
Date:July 28, 2014
Written By:user32873297
Location:Home Office
Usage Pattern:Daily Use
Industry:Other
Performance and Durability:
5
out of
5
Jam Resistance:
5
out of
5
Safe Operation:
5
out of
5
Style & Design:
5
out of
5
Pros: Quiet Operation, Sheet Capacity, Quality Construction, Warranty, Shreds Credit Cards, Staples and CDs, Service Guarantee, Safety Features, Secure Cut Size, Jam Resistance, Mess Reduction
Cons: cool off time after 8 minutes of heavy shredding
" Best purchase ever. This is a killer shredder that will keep your private info secure. The shred size is so small that nothing could piece a document back together. This is a quality shredder that is super quiet and hassle free. You will need to oil the blades once in a while but otherwise it is a no brainer.
"
Review 4 for Powershred® 450Ms Micro-Cut Shredder
User Rating:
5
out of
5
"Personal Use"
Date:May 12, 2014
User Rating:
5
out of
5
Performance and Durability:
4
out of
5
Jam Resistance:
4
out of
5
Safe Operation:
5
out of
5
Style & Design:
5
out of
5
Date:May 12, 2014
Written By:Thinker
Location:Home
Usage Pattern:Daily Use
Industry:Other
Performance and Durability:
4
out of
5
Jam Resistance:
4
out of
5
Safe Operation:
5
out of
5
Style & Design:
5
out of
5
Pros: Quiet Operation, Quality Construction, Safety Features, Secure Cut Size, Jam Resistance, Mess Reduction
" I purchased the Fellowes 450MS micro-cut shredder on May 9, 2014 after reviewing what micro-cut shredders are currently available at a reasonable price, i.e, <$250. I therefore don't have much experience with it, but I am quite pleased with the results so far. The shredder is performing exactly as described by the manufacturer. It is able to shred papers put in one after another, and sometimes up to 3-4 at one time (I did not experiment with more simultaneously) for up to about 10 minutes (I didn't time it, however) and responded quickly to a very infrequent jam. The results are tiny pieces of paper that would be virtually impossible to decipher. I have not tried to use papers with staples, but have used some thick paper pieces like example credit cards that are like thin cardboard, and it had no trouble with them. It does heat up and stop eventually as expected in order to cool down. Hence, if you don't need the great security provided by micro-cut shredders and do want to shred for more than 8-10 mins at a time, I'd recommend investigating cross-cut shredders that can shred for a longer time before stopping. Also, I recommend the use of appropriately large kitchen plastic bags (the ones provided are larger than needed) for catching the shredded waste. Then you don't have to deal with the electrostatic problem that some others have said result in a messy dumping of all the shreds after the bin is full. Finally, for a longer lifetime of the shredder, Fellowes Inc (1-800-955-0959) recommends use of an updated set of instructions for oiling (different from the instructions in their manual provided with the shredder). These new instructions require 3 times more oiling, i.e., once every third of a bin rather than once per bin.
"
Review 5 for Powershred® 450Ms Micro-Cut Shredder
User Rating:
5
out of
5
"Great Purchase"
Date:October 8, 2013
User Rating:
5
out of
5
Performance and Durability:
5
out of
5
Jam Resistance:
5
out of
5
Safe Operation:
5
out of
5
Style & Design:
5
out of
5
Date:October 8, 2013
Written By:Nevins
Location:Home
Usage Pattern:Daily Use
Industry:Professional & Business Management
Performance and Durability:
5
out of
5
Jam Resistance:
5
out of
5
Safe Operation:
5
out of
5
Style & Design:
5
out of
5
Pros: Quiet Operation, Shreds Credit Cards, Staples and CDs, Safety Features, Secure Cut Size, Jam Resistance
Cons: no "standby" setting
" It would be great if it had a "Standby" setting so you would not have to turn it on and off everytime you use it
"
Review 6 for Powershred® 450Ms Micro-Cut Shredder
User Rating:
5
out of
5
"Best Shredder on Market"
Date:August 1, 2013
User Rating:
5
out of
5
Performance and Durability:
5
out of
5
Jam Resistance:
5
out of
5
Safe Operation:
5
out of
5
Style & Design:
4
out of
5
Date:August 1, 2013
Written By:Dana
Location:Home Office
Usage Pattern:Daily Use
Industry:Other
Performance and Durability:
5
out of
5
Jam Resistance:
5
out of
5
Safe Operation:
5
out of
5
Style & Design:
4
out of
5
Pros: Quiet Operation, Sheet Capacity, Quality Construction, Shreds Credit Cards, Staples and CDs, Safety Features, Secure Cut Size
" Just purchased the powershred 450Ms Micro-Cut shredder as a replacement for a Fellowes shredder purchased 10-15 years ago. Great shredder, quiet motor & love the micro-cut! Would recommend Fellowes Paper Shredder as being best on market!
"
Review 7 for Powershred® 450Ms Micro-Cut Shredder
User Rating:
5
out of
5
"Very Pleased with Shredder"
Date:May 14, 2013
User Rating:
5
out of
5
Performance and Durability:
5
out of
5
Jam Resistance:
5
out of
5
Safe Operation:
5
out of
5
Style & Design:
5
out of
5
Date:May 14, 2013
Written By:Garland
Location:Small Office (5-50 employees)
Usage Pattern:Daily Use
Industry:Legal
Performance and Durability:
5
out of
5
Jam Resistance:
5
out of
5
Safe Operation:
5
out of
5
Style & Design:
5
out of
5
Pros: Quiet Operation, Sheet Capacity, Quality Construction, Warranty, Shreds Credit Cards, Staples and CDs, Service Guarantee, Safety Features, Secure Cut Size, Jam Resistance, Mess Reduction
" Shredder is very quiet, it will shred credit cards, DVDs and paper with staples which saves lots of time. The micro-cut is nice to have when shredding legal documents, etc. . . We especially like the quietness of the shredder because you can talk on the phone when the shredder is in operation and be able to hear your customer. Also, the window showing when the bag is full is a nice feature to have. This shredder works very nice for a small office.
"
Review 8 for Powershred® 450Ms Micro-Cut Shredder
User Rating:
5
out of
5
"Well worth the price!"
Date:February 10, 2013
User Rating:
5
out of
5
Performance and Durability:
5
out of
5
Jam Resistance:
5
out of
5
Safe Operation:
5
out of
5
Style & Design:
5
out of
5
Date:February 10, 2013
Written By:DrCR
Performance and Durability:
5
out of
5
Jam Resistance:
5
out of
5
Safe Operation:
5
out of
5
Style & Design:
5
out of
5
Pros: Quiet Operation, Sheet Capacity, Quality Construction, Warranty, Shreds Credit Cards, Staples and CDs, Service Guarantee, Safety Features, Secure Cut Size, Jam Resistance, Mess Reduction
" This is a great shredder! It shreds a large amount of material quickly and quietly. A real time-saver, it easily takes seven sheets, including staples.
The peace of mind that micro-shredding affords is well worth the cost! "
The peace of mind that micro-shredding affords is well worth the cost! "
Review 9 for Powershred® 450Ms Micro-Cut Shredder
User Rating:
5
out of
5
"Best Shredder I have owned"
Date:January 11, 2013
User Rating:
5
out of
5
Performance and Durability:
5
out of
5
Jam Resistance:
5
out of
5
Safe Operation:
5
out of
5
Style & Design:
5
out of
5
Date:January 11, 2013
Written By:gldfver
Performance and Durability:
5
out of
5
Jam Resistance:
5
out of
5
Safe Operation:
5
out of
5
Style & Design:
5
out of
5
Pros: Quiet Operation, Sheet Capacity, Quality Construction, Warranty, Shreds Credit Cards, Staples and CDs, Service Guarantee, Safety Features, Secure Cut Size, Jam Resistance, Mess Reduction
" Looks great
Pulverizes paper
The quitest I have ever owned
All around 2 thumbs up... "
Pulverizes paper
The quitest I have ever owned
All around 2 thumbs up... "
Review 10 for Powershred® 450Ms Micro-Cut Shredder
User Rating:
5
out of
5
"Worth the money."
Date:December 29, 2012
User Rating:
5
out of
5
Performance and Durability:
4
out of
5
Jam Resistance:
5
out of
5
Safe Operation:
5
out of
5
Style & Design:
5
out of
5
Date:December 29, 2012
Written By:ELyster
Performance and Durability:
4
out of
5
Jam Resistance:
5
out of
5
Safe Operation:
5
out of
5
Style & Design:
5
out of
5
Pros: Quiet Operation, Quality Construction, Warranty, Service Guarantee, Safety Features, Secure Cut Size, Mess Reduction
Cons: heated up faster than i expected., wish it shredded cards smaller.
" This is by far the best shredder I have ever used. The pictures of the shredded paper online look exactly the same as they do in person. This shredder was everything I was expecting and the shreds are smaller than confetti. I honestly have no complaints so far, the only thing I would change is how it heated up after 45minutes of use and needed a break. (this is the only reason I gave durability 4/5 stars) Also, I'd request credit cards being cut as small as the paper, not just regularly.
"
Review 11 for Powershred® 450Ms Micro-Cut Shredder
User Rating:
5
out of
5
"MS-450Cs"
Date:December 10, 2012
User Rating:
5
out of
5
Performance and Durability:
5
out of
5
Jam Resistance:
5
out of
5
Safe Operation:
4
out of
5
Style & Design:
5
out of
5
Date:December 10, 2012
Written By:Sidney
Performance and Durability:
5
out of
5
Jam Resistance:
5
out of
5
Safe Operation:
4
out of
5
Style & Design:
5
out of
5
Pros: Quiet Operation, Sheet Capacity, Quality Construction, Warranty, Shreds Credit Cards, Staples and CDs, Service Guarantee, Safety Features, Secure Cut Size, Jam Resistance, Mess Reduction
" This shredder is one of the most reliable, jam free and quietest shredders, we have ever had. We loved the first one so much, we ordered another one the next week! Totally recommend this shredder for the home and office.
"
Review 12 for Powershred® 450Ms Micro-Cut Shredder
User Rating:
5
out of
5
"BEST SHREDDER I HAVE EVER BOUTHT"
Date:April 25, 2012
User Rating:
5
out of
5
Performance and Durability:
5
out of
5
Jam Resistance:
5
out of
5
Safe Operation:
5
out of
5
Style & Design:
5
out of
5
Date:April 25, 2012
Written By:IDAHOROB
Performance and Durability:
5
out of
5
Jam Resistance:
5
out of
5
Safe Operation:
5
out of
5
Style & Design:
5
out of
5
Pros: Quiet Operation, Sheet Capacity, Quality Construction, Warranty, Shreds Credit Cards, Staples and CDs, Service Guarantee, Safety Features, Secure Cut Size, Jam Resistance, Mess Reduction, it holds as much as my previous shredder and more
" the fellowes MS450Cs that I just purchased I wish I would of had it 7 years ago it has been one of the best purchases that I have in 23 years of using a shredder. It is jam free there is no way that anybody could every but back to gather again with the privacy laws that are in place I am glad to support Fellowes product from now on I personally give it a ***** 5 stars for the way that it works.
"
Review 13 for Powershred® 450Ms Micro-Cut Shredder
User Rating:
5
out of
5
"Great Product"
Date:January 26, 2012
User Rating:
5
out of
5
Performance and Durability:
5
out of
5
Jam Resistance:
5
out of
5
Safe Operation:
5
out of
5
Style & Design:
5
out of
5
Date:January 26, 2012
Written By:Anonymous
Location:Home Office
Usage Pattern:Daily Use
Industry:Consumer Services
Performance and Durability:
5
out of
5
Jam Resistance:
5
out of
5
Safe Operation:
5
out of
5
Style & Design:
5
out of
5
Pros: Quiet Operation, Quality Construction, Secure Cut Size
" This is a replacement shredder, previous was also a Fellowes. This shredder is very quite and does an excellent job so far, and I expect it will for a long, long time if its predessor is any indication. This is simple a great product.
"
Review 14 for Powershred® 450Ms Micro-Cut Shredder
User Rating:
5
out of
5
"Good So Far"
Date:October 12, 2011
User Rating:
5
out of
5
Performance and Durability:
5
out of
5
Jam Resistance:
5
out of
5
Safe Operation:
5
out of
5
Date:October 12, 2011
Written By:Hoss222
Location:Home
Usage Pattern:Daily Use
Industry:Other
Performance and Durability:
5
out of
5
Jam Resistance:
5
out of
5
Safe Operation:
5
out of
5
Pros: Quiet Operation
" 10-12-2011: Just received this shredder. First thing I must comment on is noise level. There is None. GOOD JOB FELLOWES. This is why I continue to to use your products.
"
Review 15 for Powershred® 450Ms Micro-Cut Shredder
User Rating:
5
out of
5
"Wonderful purchase"
Date:October 10, 2011
User Rating:
5
out of
5
Performance and Durability:
5
out of
5
Jam Resistance:
4
out of
5
Safe Operation:
5
out of
5
Date:October 10, 2011
Written By:Fitz
Location:Home
Usage Pattern:Daily Use
Industry:Government
Performance and Durability:
5
out of
5
Jam Resistance:
4
out of
5
Safe Operation:
5
out of
5
Pros: Quiet Operation, Quality Construction, Safety Features, Secure Cut Size, Jam Resistance, Mess Reduction
" This is my second shredder of this model. I had purchased one a number of years ago and it still works. I needed a second shredder and purchased the same model as I wanted a shredder that would shred into very small pieces and the quietness of this one is absolutely incredible. I think this second one is even more quit than my original purchase. I highly recommend this to anyone that wants quietness, dependability and complete document shredding.
"
Review 16 for Powershred® 450Ms Micro-Cut Shredder
User Rating:
5
out of
5
"Great Shredder"
Date:October 9, 2011
User Rating:
5
out of
5
Performance and Durability:
5
out of
5
Jam Resistance:
5
out of
5
Safe Operation:
5
out of
5
Date:October 9, 2011
Written By:FastEddie
Location:Home Office
Usage Pattern:Daily Use
Industry:Professional & Business Management
Performance and Durability:
5
out of
5
Jam Resistance:
5
out of
5
Safe Operation:
5
out of
5
Pros: Quiet Operation, Sheet Capacity, Quality Construction, Safety Features, Secure Cut Size
" The MS-450Cs performed well beyond my expectations. The cut size is actually smaller than I expected. It is very quiet and appears well constructed. I expect to use this for a long time.
For absolutely secure shredding, I highly recommend this unit.
"
Review 17 for Powershred® 450Ms Micro-Cut Shredder
User Rating:
5
out of
5
"Great machine"
Date:October 9, 2011
User Rating:
5
out of
5
Performance and Durability:
5
out of
5
Jam Resistance:
5
out of
5
Safe Operation:
5
out of
5
Date:October 9, 2011
Written By:papababi
Location:Home
Usage Pattern:Daily Use
Industry:Other
Performance and Durability:
5
out of
5
Jam Resistance:
5
out of
5
Safe Operation:
5
out of
5
Pros: Quiet Operation, Sheet Capacity, Quality Construction, Warranty, Shreds Credit Cards, Staples and CDs, Service Guarantee, Safety Features, Secure Cut Size, Jam Resistance, Mess Reduction
" I have had several shredders before, and this is far the best one yet. I wish I could have found this one several years ago. Would recommend it to anyone.
"
Review 18 for Powershred® 450Ms Micro-Cut Shredder
User Rating:
5
out of
5
"Very Satisfied"
Date:September 30, 2011
User Rating:
5
out of
5
Performance and Durability:
5
out of
5
Jam Resistance:
5
out of
5
Safe Operation:
5
out of
5
Date:September 30, 2011
Written By:Prized
Location:Home Office
Usage Pattern:Daily Use
Industry:Healthcare
Performance and Durability:
5
out of
5
Jam Resistance:
5
out of
5
Safe Operation:
5
out of
5
Pros: Quiet Operation, Quality Construction, Safety Features, Secure Cut Size
" I finally found a shredder that I'm happy with. Very quiet. Nice housing. You also get a few shred bags and a small bottle of oil.
"
Review 19 for Powershred® 450Ms Micro-Cut Shredder
User Rating:
5
out of
5
"Best Purchase"
Date:September 21, 2011
User Rating:
5
out of
5
Performance and Durability:
5
out of
5
Jam Resistance:
5
out of
5
Safe Operation:
5
out of
5
Date:September 21, 2011
Written By:PenB
Location:Home
Usage Pattern:Daily Use
Performance and Durability:
5
out of
5
Jam Resistance:
5
out of
5
Safe Operation:
5
out of
5
Pros: Quiet Operation, Sheet Capacity, Quality Construction, Warranty, Shreds Credit Cards, Staples and CDs, Service Guarantee, Safety Features, Secure Cut Size, Jam Resistance, Mess Reduction
" This is the best paper shredder I have ever had, it is very quiet when shredding & I also love the safety feature that if anyone touches near the shredding slot it automatically stops shredding..wonderful for people who have curious little fingers around that might want to stick fingers in there!!!! The micro cut makes me feel much safer when shredding that there is no way any identity theft could take place with this. I looked at other shredders but this one really was the best quality that they had the others seemed to have flimsy construction. I would highly recommend this shredder to anyone of my friends or family!!!!
"
Review 20 for Powershred® 450Ms Micro-Cut Shredder
User Rating:
5
out of
5
"Finally, the ultimate shredder!!!"
Date:September 14, 2011
User Rating:
5
out of
5
Performance and Durability:
5
out of
5
Jam Resistance:
5
out of
5
Safe Operation:
5
out of
5
Date:September 14, 2011
Written By:Kenny
Usage Pattern:Daily Use
Performance and Durability:
5
out of
5
Jam Resistance:
5
out of
5
Safe Operation:
5
out of
5
Pros: Quiet Operation, Sheet Capacity, Quality Construction, Warranty, Shreds Credit Cards, Staples and CDs, Service Guarantee, Safety Features, Secure Cut Size, appearance
" I am thouroughly and completely satisfied with my Fellowes miciro shredder. I especially like the "as advertised" ultra quiet operation. I could shred at 3 O'clock in the morning and not disturb anyone. Prior to this purchase, I had never heard of the Fellowes brand. It's a great product at a good price.
I tried a few others to replace my old one (Staples and Black & Decker brands) but had to return them back because I was not satisfied for one reason or ther. I will definitely recommend the Fellowes brand shredder to anyone I know who is in need of a shredder. "
I tried a few others to replace my old one (Staples and Black & Decker brands) but had to return them back because I was not satisfied for one reason or ther. I will definitely recommend the Fellowes brand shredder to anyone I know who is in need of a shredder. "