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Powershred® 425Ci 100% Jam Proof BAA Compliant Cross-Cut Shredder
100% Jam Proof System eliminates paper jams and powers through tough jobs
Designed and assembled in the USA and meets strict BAA guidelines
Auto-Oil™ automatically lubricates the cutters to enhance performance and extend shredder life
SafeSense® Technology stops shredding when hands touch the paper opening
Energy Savings System provides optimal energy efficiency 100% of the time-in use and out of use
Patented cutting system allows for maximized cutting efficiency and consistent, reliable performance
Wide 12” paper entry
Shreds 30 sheets per pass into 5/32” x 1-1/8” cross-cut particles (Security Level P-4)
Continuous duty motor offers non-stop shredding
30 gallon bin
37.5"H x22"Wx 20"D
For departmental use
Average Customer Rating:
4.5
out of 5
(44 Reviews)
Rating Snapshot (44 reviews)
5 stars
32
4 stars
7
3 stars
3
2 stars
1
1 star
1
41 of 93%of 44customers would recommend this product to others
Customer Reviews for Powershred® 425Ci 100% Jam Proof BAA Compliant Cross-Cut Shredder
Review 1 for Powershred® 425Ci 100% Jam Proof BAA Compliant Cross-Cut Shredder
User Rating:
5
out of
5
"Powerful Product"
Date:December 31, 2021
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:December 31, 2021
Written By:Dedricks
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: Jam Resistance, Quality Construction, Safety Features, Secure Cut Size, Sheet Capacity, Shreds Credit Cards, Staples and CDs
" This is a great shredder. It is my company's third Fellows shredder and this does not disappoint. I highly recommend this for business or personal use.
"
Response from Fellowes:By CM, CS, January 5, 2022
We appreciate your great recommendation!
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Review 2 for Powershred® 425Ci 100% Jam Proof BAA Compliant Cross-Cut Shredder
User Rating:
5
out of
5
"So Far So Good!"
Date:December 29, 2021
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
Style & Design:
5
out of
5
Date:December 29, 2021
Written By:Terrilee
Performance and Durability:
5
out of
5
Jam Resistance:
4
out of
5
Safe Operation:
5
out of
5
Style & Design:
5
out of
5
Pros: Mess Reduction, Quality Construction, Sheet Capacity, Shreds Credit Cards, Staples and CDs
" We have had our new shredder for a couple weeks now and it is absolutely fantastic! 12 people share this shredder and it is constantly being used everyday. Everyone loves the sleek design and styling, the ease of use, and the ability to shred cards and CDs. I particularly love the auto-oiling feature and that it came with oil and nice, thick bags that we can easily reorder. It's so much better than our old shredder, people are just finding things to shred so they can use it!
"
Response from Fellowes:By CM, CS, December 30, 2021
We loved reading your review, Terrilee! We are thrilled the whole office is excited about using your new Fellowes shredder! Thank you for sharing your excellent experience with us and thank you for choosing Fellowes!
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Review 3 for Powershred® 425Ci 100% Jam Proof BAA Compliant Cross-Cut Shredder
User Rating:
5
out of
5
"shred, replace, repeat"
Date:July 6, 2018
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 6, 2018
Written By:CTS1993
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, Quiet Operation, Sheet Capacity, large shred bin
" I've used many different shredders in the course of business over the years, both personal and commercial. I recently purchased a pair of 425ci units which replaced a Fellowes C-420C and a competing brand shredder, both which we acquired used. I chose to replace the two with two Fellowes units due to the high performance and reliability we need. With self-oiling, large shred bin, extreme duty, jam-resistant performance from a compact machine, I couldn't ask for more.
"
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Review 4 for Powershred® 425Ci 100% Jam Proof BAA Compliant Cross-Cut Shredder
User Rating:
5
out of
5
"Great shredder"
Date:April 30, 2018
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 30, 2018
Written By:Roberts
Location:Small Office (5-50 employees)
Usage Pattern:Daily Use
Industry:Administration/Office
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: Jam Resistance, Mess Reduction, Safety Features, Secure Cut Size, Sheet Capacity, Shreds Credit Cards, Staples and CDs
Cons: wish the container for paper was a little sturdier
" No problems so far! I have been using since June of 2017. It truly has been jam proof!
"
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Review 5 for Powershred® 425Ci 100% Jam Proof BAA Compliant Cross-Cut Shredder
User Rating:
5
out of
5
"Excellent Machine"
Date:March 15, 2018
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:March 15, 2018
Written By:julio
Location:Small Office (5-50 employees)
Usage Pattern:Daily Use
Industry:Government
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: Jam Resistance, Mess Reduction, Quality Construction, Quiet Operation, Safety Features, Secure Cut Size, Service Guarantee, Sheet Capacity, Shreds Credit Cards, Staples and CDs, Warranty, self oiling
" This shredder turned out to be the perfect size for our small office. It aggressively shreds everything we shove down its throat! Great job Fellows!
"
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Review 6 for Powershred® 425Ci 100% Jam Proof BAA Compliant Cross-Cut Shredder
User Rating:
5
out of
5
"Best Purchase ever"
Date:March 13, 2018
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:March 13, 2018
Written By:19bassangels85
Location:Large Office (251+ employees)
Usage Pattern:Continuous Use
Industry:Facility 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: Mess Reduction, Quality Construction, Safety Features, Secure Cut Size, Sheet Capacity, Shreds Credit Cards, Staples and CDs
Cons: Quiet Operation
" Yes, being in the purchasing industry, we have seen and used many different models and brands of shredder's.In my experience we have come to rely on Fellowes, they are very duriable and reliable from the low to the very high performance! My company for the pass 10 years and enjoyed the 485ci unit, that we purchased another one for a group of10 shared users! Plus today, we just installed the 425ci unit, for HR Dept., use of 10 more shared users! these items are very easy users and very well manufactured! We are very proud of the Fellowes Products!
"
Response from Fellowes:By AS, CS, March 14, 2018
We appreciate your awesome review of our 425Ci as well as our other shredders that you have put to use in your office!
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Review 7 for Powershred® 425Ci 100% Jam Proof BAA Compliant Cross-Cut Shredder
User Rating:
5
out of
5
"Tough and Reliable Shredder"
Date:February 21, 2017
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 21, 2017
Written By:elemschool
Location:Medium Office (50-250 employees)
Usage Pattern:Daily Use
Industry:Government
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: Jam Resistance, Quality Construction, Quiet Operation, Safety Features, Secure Cut Size, Sheet Capacity, large capacity bin
" This is the 2nd shredder of this kind that we have ordered for our school. All staff have access to it so it is constantly in use. The original one we ordered held up really well which is why I have ordered the same one as a replacement. I like how smooth and quite it is. I believe it is worth the cost.
"
Response from Fellowes:By AS, CS, February 24, 2017
A school office is the perfect place for a 425ci! Thank you for choosing Fellowes (again)!
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Review 8 for Powershred® 425Ci 100% Jam Proof BAA Compliant Cross-Cut Shredder
User Rating:
5
out of
5
"Good Purchase"
Date:September 30, 2016
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:
4
out of
5
Date:September 30, 2016
Written By:Happycamper2016
Location:Medium Office (50-250 employees)
Usage Pattern:Daily Use
Industry:Medical
Performance and Durability:
4
out of
5
Jam Resistance:
5
out of
5
Safe Operation:
5
out of
5
Style & Design:
4
out of
5
Pros: Jam Resistance, Mess Reduction, Quiet Operation, Safety Features, Secure Cut Size, Sheet Capacity, Shreds Credit Cards, Staples and CDs
" Purchased from Amazon which cost significantly less than purchasing from office supply vendors or other websites. Two were purchased to supplement with contracted shredding company. They seem to work well. Shreds junk mailings, CD's, credit cards smoothly without jamming. Large bin that does not have to be emptied as frequently as previous Fellowes shredder. Very happy with purchase. Would recommend.
"
Response from Fellowes:By AS, CS, September 30, 2016
Your use of the two new 425Ci shredders sounds perfect!
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Review 9 for Powershred® 425Ci 100% Jam Proof BAA Compliant Cross-Cut Shredder
User Rating:
5
out of
5
"Just what you need!"
Date:June 22, 2015
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 22, 2015
Written By:Tysh
Location:Small Office (5-50 employees)
Usage Pattern:Daily Use
Industry:Administration/Office
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, Secure Cut Size, Mess Reduction, Sheet Capacity, Shreds Credit Cards, Staples and CDs, Service Guarantee, Warranty
" This shredder is capable to do what you always wanted in a shredder. It let's you know if you are close to your paper feeder limit. It is touch-screen operated and our office staff love it!
"
Response from Fellowes:By AS, CS, June 23, 2015
Great review; thanks!! We appreciate you choosing Fellowes for your office shredding needs.
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Review 10 for Powershred® 425Ci 100% Jam Proof BAA Compliant Cross-Cut Shredder
User Rating:
5
out of
5
"Very Sturdy Shredder"
Date:January 29, 2015
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 29, 2015
Written By:Agile
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: Sheet Capacity, Quality Construction, Jam Resistance
" The design is clean, with no outside oil reservoir that takes up extra space. I'm also not sure if you can jam it intentionally. The sheet capacity is staggering.
"
Response from Fellowes:By AS, CS, January 29, 2015
We are happy to hear that your find our shredder design to be superior. Thank you for your review contribution!
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Review 11 for Powershred® 425Ci 100% Jam Proof BAA Compliant Cross-Cut Shredder
User Rating:
5
out of
5
"Well worth the wait and money"
Date:October 22, 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:October 22, 2014
Written By:Allured
Location:Small Office (5-50 employees)
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, Shreds Credit Cards, Staples and CDs, Service Guarantee, Safety Features, Secure Cut Size, Jam Resistance, Mess Reduction
Cons: Warranty
" We just bought our first Powershred 425Ci crosscut shredder from Fellowes. We have never bought anything from Fellowes so we thought it was time to give them a chance. After countless hours of looking at shredders and pricing we finally came down to Fellowes shredder because of the Positive feedback from other users from Fellowes. This is the greatest and safest and most economical shredder we have ever owned. We give it 5 stars.
"
Response from Fellowes:By AS, CS, October 24, 2014
It sounds like you put in alot of time researching to figure out exactly which shredder would fit your needs best. We are so happy that you decided on a Fellwowes; thank you!
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Review 12 for Powershred® 425Ci 100% Jam Proof BAA Compliant Cross-Cut Shredder
User Rating:
5
out of
5
"Really lives up to its description!"
Date:May 6, 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:May 6, 2014
Written By:PR01830
Location:Small Office (5-50 employees)
Usage Pattern:Occasional 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
" Quality product all the way! It is even better than I anticipated it to be. It runs quietly and efficiently with ease. Highly Recommend!!
"
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Review 13 for Powershred® 425Ci 100% Jam Proof BAA Compliant Cross-Cut Shredder
User Rating:
5
out of
5
"Great Shredder"
Date:April 21, 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:April 21, 2014
Written By:dietcoke
Location:Small Office (5-50 employees)
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, Safety Features, Secure Cut Size, Jam Resistance, Mess Reduction
" Bigger then we really needed but love how well it works over the smaller one we had before.
"
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Review 14 for Powershred® 425Ci 100% Jam Proof BAA Compliant Cross-Cut Shredder
User Rating:
5
out of
5
"Excellent Shredder"
Date:February 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:February 21, 2011
Written By:DarC
Location:Medium Office (50-250 employees)
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
" We are very happy with our purchase. It is doing everything that it said it would. It's appearance is good too. We've been keeping it very busy.
It was nothing to set up and that is great! "
It was nothing to set up and that is great! "
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Review 15 for Powershred® 425Ci 100% Jam Proof BAA Compliant Cross-Cut Shredder
User Rating:
5
out of
5
"Workhorse"
Date:September 20, 2010
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 20, 2010
Written By:Michelle
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 a great shredder. We had purchased a smaller shredder for our office 3 years ago and it finally quit working. This shredder can run continuously for over an hour without overheating. It has never jammed! The large capacity container for the shredding it great.
"
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Review 16 for Powershred® 425Ci 100% Jam Proof BAA Compliant Cross-Cut Shredder
User Rating:
5
out of
5
"Wish I had done this earlier"
Date:June 21, 2010
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:June 21, 2010
Written By:LiVi
Location:Small Office (5-50 employees)
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, Shreds Credit Cards, Staples and CDs, Safety Features, Secure Cut Size, Jam Resistance, can run a long time
" We purchased an inexpensive shredder as we didn't want to spend the money on something more expensive. After struggling a year with a shredder that would shut off when it got too hot and take forever to cool down, it is wonderful to have a shredder that you can shred a box of paper and it doesn't shut off. It also doesn't jam, it just stops for a second or two and then powers through it. I just wish I had purchased this first.
"
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Review 17 for Powershred® 425Ci 100% Jam Proof BAA Compliant Cross-Cut Shredder
User Rating:
5
out of
5
"Good Shredder"
Date:March 19, 2010
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:March 19, 2010
Written By:Lori
Location:Small Office (5-50 employees)
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: Quality Construction, Shreds Credit Cards, Staples and CDs, Safety Features, Secure Cut Size, Jam Resistance
Cons: Quiet Operation
" Good Shredder for a mid size office. Holds a lot of "shreds". Very nice collection basket - our last one was a wire frame and we had to fight with it all the time. Overall very impressed with this. Only downside is that it is pretty loud when shredding.
"
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Review 18 for Powershred® 425Ci 100% Jam Proof BAA Compliant Cross-Cut Shredder
User Rating:
5
out of
5
"Very Happy"
Date:January 19, 2010
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:January 19, 2010
Written By:Tillie01
Location:Small Office (5-50 employees)
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, Shreds Credit Cards, Staples and CDs, Safety Features, Jam Resistance
" This shredder is very quiet. It has a large paper receptacle so you don't have to empty it so often. We have not had one paper jam since we've had it. It runs for long periods of time with no problems. It is self oiling, one less thing to remember to do. We are very happy with this shredder.
"
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Review 19 for Powershred® 425Ci 100% Jam Proof BAA Compliant Cross-Cut Shredder
User Rating:
5
out of
5
"Great the 2nd time around!"
Date:January 6, 2010
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
Date:January 6, 2010
Written By:MrsCooper
Performance and Durability:
4
out of
5
Jam Resistance:
4
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
" Received first shredder and it was defective out of the box. Customer service immediately shipped another one and it as worked very well. Thank you!
"
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Review 20 for Powershred® 425Ci 100% Jam Proof BAA Compliant Cross-Cut Shredder
User Rating:
5
out of
5
"The Best Shredder"
Date:August 25, 2009
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:August 25, 2009
Written By:DeeDee
Location:Medium Office (50-250 employees)
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: Quality Construction, Jam Resistance, Safety Features, Secure Cut Size, Mess Reduction, Shreds Credit Cards, Staples and CDs, Sheet Capacity, Service Guarantee, Warranty
Cons: Quiet Operation
" This is the best shredder and the smartest purchase I could have made for our office. This shredder is jam proof, self oiling, shreds staples and CD's, and is self oiling. The C-420C is very durable. All of these features are extremely important because we have many multiple users.
"
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