Home Paper Shredders (Deskside Shredders):Desk-side shredders are small, entry-level shredders that are usually used in the home or in a small business. Desk-side shredders are light and portable and are usually used at the side of a desk for occasional use. Desk-side shredders, according to model, shred up to three to eight sheets of paper at a time.

Office Paper Shredders: Office shredders are a medium-size shredder used in most office environments. General office shredders have a higher shred capacity than the smaller desk-side shredders. And Depending on the model, shred up to five to 30 sheets of paper.

Heavy Duty Shredders: Departmental/heavy duty shredders are higher-end shredders that are used for continuous office shredding. These shredders are poplar in offices, banks and government buildings. Departmental/heavy-duty shredders, depending on the mode, can shred up to five to 60 sheets of paper at a time.