The Best Wood Chippers of 2023
Best-Selling & Top-Rated Wood Chippers
Wood chippers are great investments for yard cleaning and free mulch, but there are many options to choose from. That's why we've put together the Best Wood Chippers of 2023 based on our best-selling, highest-rated models with expert recommendations to ensure you get the perfect machine for your needs.
If you're not sure what kind of wood chipper you need, check out our Wood Chipper Buyer’s Guide to get started and come back to the list for an expert recommendation.
Happy chipping!
Best Wood Chippers List
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Best Home Wood Chipper
1
$1,825.00
Features
10HP Briggs & Stratton Vanguard Commercial Engine
- Sturdy & reliable for top performance season after season
- Ideal for wooded property owners up to about an acre
Easy To Load Shredding Hopper
- 14" x 16" opening lets you load lots of leaves & debris
- Narrows to 7" long by 2" wide; branches should be put in chipper
- Tapered Chipping Cone
- Opening at the top is 7" in diameter- less pruning & faster load
- Great for green branches, corn stalks, sunflower stems, etc.
- Narrows to 3"- maximum green wood diameter
Heavy Duty Rotor With Re-Sharpenable Chipping Knives
- Tool steel knives are heat-treated for wear resistance
- 6 hardened steel y-hammers beat debris to pieces
- 20 bushels of leaves reduce to 1 bushel quickly & easily
Compact Size
- Powerful, yet only takes up about as much room as a trash can
Greaseable Outboard Bearing
- Direct power transfer; no pulleys or belts
Best Wood Chipper for Small Farm
2
$2,199.99
Was $2,471.99
Features
Commercial Kohler Command Pro CH395 9.5 HP 4-Stroke Engine
- 4-stage cyclonic air filter perfect for harsh, dirty conditions
- Produces 13.2 lbs./ft. peak torque provide quick chipping
- Steel-forged crankshaft and cast iron cylinder extends life of engine
Inhales Debris Up To 4" In Diameter
- Increased capacity highly reduces clean-up time
- Large feed chute perfect for trees, leaves, branches, crop straw, etc.
High Strength Twin Reversible Blades
- Fusion welded edges increase longevity of blades up to 4X
- Blades can be removed and sharpened or replaced with ease
- Get twice the cutting life by flipping the blades when they dull
Innovative Drum Design
- Known to outlast competitor drum designs 4:1
- Dual V-belt drive system produces cyclone speeds up to 2400 RPM
Tall Omni-Directional Spout
- Increased spout height provides perfect clearance for truck-beds
- Spout rotates 360° for complete control over discharge direction
Best Commercial Wood Chipper
3
Product Discontinued
Features
Powered by CRX 750cc 22HP V-Twin Engine
- Reliable, durable, and powerful
6.5" True Feed Capacity w/ Gravity Self-Feeding
- 3/4" thick steel rotor with two reversible A8 steel blades
- A8 steel; is one of the toughest materials in the industry
- Cuts at a rate of 4,600 cuts per minute to slice through branches
Increased Discharge
- Rotor housing perforations draw additional air into the system
- Improves efficiency allowing chips to discharge further
19" x 22" Chute Opening w/ 360 Rotation
- Rotating discharge neck may be locked into 1 of 10 positions
- Simple push lever design for adjusting neck position on the fly
Transport Capable
- 205/65-10 tires with DOT lights make chipper highway capable
- Torsion axle suspension and big wide wheels easily handles on/off-roads
Best Chipper Shredder
4
$2,449.99
Was $3,002.99
Expert Review
New from Power King this year is the 5" chipper/shredder model PK0915. It is the beefier big brother to the model PK0903 that has been a great performer for customers over the years. The 14hp Kohler Command Pro engine features a cyclonic air filter system that is perfect for extra dirty conditions. Combined with a steel-forged crankshaft and cast iron cylinder, you should enjoy many years of trouble-free service.
The unit has an extra-large feed chute to handle small trees, branches, leaves, crop straw and many other types of yard waste. The 360-degree omni-directional discharge spout will direct the chippings exactly where you want them and is tall enough to clear most truck tailgates.
What makes this unit unique is that it uses a drum design with high-strength fusion-welded reversible blades for chipping. This allows it to do a much better job of shredding leaves and other materials than typical rotor designed chippers. Power is delivered to the drum by a dual V-belt system which produces drum speeds of 3600 rpm.
And last but not least it has a 1-7/8" ball hitch receiver that allows it to be towed around your property easily for added convenience.
Features
Commercial Kohler Command Pro CH440 14HP 4-Stroke Engine
- Increased capacity highly reduces clean-up time
- Large feed chute perfect for trees, leaves, branches, crop straw, etc.
- Easy-to-remove 1-7/8" ball hitch assembly for added convenience
- Squared stand adds stability, strength and easily adjusted using hitch pin
- Fusion welded edges increase longevity of blades up to 4X
- Get twice the cutting life by flipping the blades when they dull
- Increased spout height provides perfect clearance for truck-beds
- Spout rotates 360° for complete control over discharge direction
Tow-Capable
- Auto cut blade ensures thorough processing of smaller 2" branches
High Strength Twin Reversible Blades
Innovative Drum Design
- Known to outlast competitor drum designs 4:1
- Dual V-belt drive system produces cyclone speeds up to 3600 RPM
Tall Omni-Directional Spout
Best PTO Wood Chipper
5
Product Discontinued
Features
3-Point Hitch Design Connects Directly To Tractors PTO
- Designed for 540 RPM PTO Speed
- Power is transferred directly into chipping action
- Suitable for all category 1 tractors up to 45 HP
- Quick hitch compatible
4.75" Chipping Capacity
- Turns sticks, twigs, and branches into usable mulch/compost
- 17" L x 27" W chipper hopper opening at the top
- 2250 RPM rotor speed
All Steel Construction
- Rugged steel hopper allows for efficient feeding of branches and twigs
- Steel frame and hopper increase lifespan of the chipper
Designed With Safety In Mind
- Solid welded steel construction
- Safety blowback shield protects the operator from debris
- Safety glasses, hearing protection, and gloves are included with the unit
Best Chipper Vacuum
6
Product Discontinued
Features
Briggs & Stratton® 250cc OHV 4-Cycle XR1150 Professional Series&trade Engine
- Overhead valve design increases air throughput and power
- Dura-Bore™ cast iron sleeve protects against wear and tear
- Forged crankshaft extends the engine life
- Reduce the time it takes to get going with an electric start
Self-Propelled Drive System
- 3 forward speeds and 1 reverse speed to conquer any type of terrain
Cleaning Up Debris Has Never Been Easier
- Ideal for yards, sidewalks, driveways, patios and parking lots
- Vacuum suction up to 1600 CFM at 3600 RPM
- Heavy-duty commercial steel impeller for more power
Wide 25-Inch Vacuum Path
- Promptly clean large areas of debris in little time
- Meaning, fewer passes to get the job done
2" Chipping Capacity
- For those pesky branches hidden in leaves
Best Stump Grinder
7
$2,879.99
Was $3,189.99
Features
PRO XLSP Self-Propelled Stump Grinder
- Easiest, fastest method of stump removal
- Eliminate stumps to open up fields and meadows or blaze new trails
DR HP 11.7HP / 389cc OHV Engine w/ Electric Key Start
- 19.6 ft-lbs. high torque delivers high performance
- Pre-cleaner and air filter protect engine from debris
- Fuel shutoff valve reduces engine flooding while moving unit
Self-Propelled
- Variable speed control lets you set the pace
- Durable dual shaft transmission with built in differential
8 Greenteeth® Carbide-Tipped Teeth
- Mining-grade tungsten carbide-tipped material
- 10 times harder than steel and are replaceable
- Spins at 2800 rpm and delivers a remarkable 372 "bites" per second
Centrifugal Brake Clutch
- Stops cutting head without shutting off the engine
Best Electric Wood Chipper
8
$1,490.00
Features
1.5 HP Electric Chipper Shredder Motor
- Doesn't release fumes and is safe to use indoors
- Plugs into standard household electrical outlet
- Requires 14 amps; use 12-gauge extension cord (no more than 100')
Easy To Load Shredding Hopper
- 16" long by 14" wide lets you load lots of leaves & debris
- Shred through piles of leaves and chew up pine cones
Tapered Chipping Cone
- Opening at the top is 7" in diameter - less pruning & faster load
- Great for branches, corn stalks, sunflower stems, etc.
- Pulverize branches and brush up to 2.5" in diameter
Heavy-Duty, 13 LB Steel Rotor
- Patented design laminates sheets of steel together
- 6 hardened steel y-hammers beat debris to pieces
- 8 bushels of leaves reduce to 1 bushel quickly & easily
Creates The Smallest Chips In The Business
- No more than dime size chips; great for mulch and landscaping
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