Best Electric Wood Chippers of 2026
The best electric wood chippers for small branches compared on cutting diameter, reduction, collection and warranty, from Sun Joe and LawnMaster.
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Buy the LawnMaster FD1504: a 15 amp motor, 1.8 inch cutting diameter, 16:1 reduction and a 12 gallon bin, sold by Amazon (per the Amazon listing). The Sun Joe CJ603E has a 2-year warranty.
Electric chippers take branches under 2 inches: prunings, not storm limbs. OSHA's chipper rules: never reach into a running chipper, no loose clothing, wear earplugs, safety glasses, a hard hat and gloves, and lock the machine out before clearing a jam.
Our top picks at a glance
1. Best overall
LawnMaster FD1504 electric chipper with binCutting: 1.8 in · Motor: 15 A · Collection: 12 gal bin · Warranty: Not stated
2. Best warranty
Sun Joe CJ603E electric chipper shredderCutting: 1.7 in · Motor: 15 A · Collection: Bag · Warranty: 2 years
3. Best budget
LawnMaster FD1503 electric chipper with bagCutting: 1.8 in · Motor: 15 A · Collection: Bag · Warranty: Not stated
4. Finest chips
T-Care 15 amp 3-blade electric chipperCutting: 1.8 in · Motor: 15 A · Collection: Not stated · Warranty: 1 year
5. Cheapest
EWORK 15 amp electric chipper shredderCutting: 1.8 in · Motor: 15 A · Collection: 12 gal bag · Warranty: 1 year
| Pick | Cutting | Motor | Collection | Warranty | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LawnMaster FD1504 electric chipper with binBest overall | 1.8 in | 15 A | 12 gal bin | Not stated | Amazon |
| Sun Joe CJ603E electric chipper shredderBest warranty | 1.7 in | 15 A | Bag | 2 years | Amazon |
| LawnMaster FD1503 electric chipper with bagBest budget | 1.8 in | 15 A | Bag | Not stated | Amazon |
| T-Care 15 amp 3-blade electric chipperFinest chips | 1.8 in | 15 A | Not stated | 1 year | Amazon |
| EWORK 15 amp electric chipper shredderCheapest | 1.8 in | 15 A | 12 gal bag | 1 year | Amazon |
Best overall
LawnMaster FD1504 electric chipper with bin
16:1 reduction and a rigid bin.
- Cutting
- 1.8 in
- Motor
- 15 A
- Collection
- 12 gal bin
- Warranty
- Not stated
Pros
- Sold by Amazon
- Rigid bin
Cons
- 1.8 inch limit
LawnMaster lists a 15 amp motor, 1.8 inch cutting diameter, 16:1 reduction and a 12 gallon bin (per the Amazon listing).
Best warranty
Sun Joe CJ603E electric chipper shredder
2-year warranty with a collection bag.
- Cutting
- 1.7 in
- Motor
- 15 A
- Collection
- Bag
- Warranty
- 2 years
Pros
- 2-year warranty
Cons
- Slightly smaller capacity
Sun Joe lists a 15 amp motor, 1.7 inch cutting diameter, a collection bag and a 2-year warranty (per the Amazon listing).
Best budget
LawnMaster FD1503 electric chipper with bag
Bag version with 14:1 reduction.
- Cutting
- 1.8 in
- Motor
- 15 A
- Collection
- Bag
- Warranty
- Not stated
Pros
- Sold by Amazon
Cons
- Coarser 14:1 reduction
LawnMaster lists a 15 amp motor, 1.8 inch cutting and 14:1 reduction with a bag (per the Amazon listing).
Finest chips
T-Care 15 amp 3-blade electric chipper
Three reversible blades, chips to 1.5 mm.
- Cutting
- 1.8 in
- Motor
- 15 A
- Collection
- Not stated
- Warranty
- 1 year
Pros
- Fine output
- Reversible SK5 blades
Cons
- Newer brand
T-Care lists a 15 amp motor, a three-blade system with reversible SK5 blades, 1.8 inch capacity, chips to 1.5 mm, 22 pounds and a 1-year warranty (per the Amazon listing).
Cheapest
EWORK 15 amp electric chipper shredder
Four blades and dual safety switches.
- Cutting
- 1.8 in
- Motor
- 15 A
- Collection
- 12 gal bag
- Warranty
- 1 year
Pros
- Dual safety protection (per listing)
Cons
- Unknown long-term durability
EWORK lists a 15 amp motor, four SK5 blades, 1.8 inch capacity, 15:1 reduction, a 12 gallon bag and a 1-year warranty (per the Amazon listing).
How we chose
We compared cutting diameter, reduction ratio, collection and warranty.
Electric or gas
Electric chippers here top out at 1.7 to 1.8 inches. For limbs to 3 or 4 inches, see gas wood chippers. Use a heavy outdoor cord rated for 15 amps.
Safety: wood chipper safety.
Frequently asked questions
Are electric wood chippers any good?
For prunings and branches under 1.8 inches, yes; they are quiet and need no engine care.
How thick a branch can an electric chipper handle?
1.7 to 1.8 inches on the picks here. Thicker limbs need a gas chipper with 3 or 4 inch capacity.
What extension cord for an electric chipper?
A heavy-gauge outdoor cord rated for the 15 amp motor; follow the maker's manual on length.
Can electric chippers shred leaves?
Many can shred dry leaves and small debris; check the maker's instructions.
Do I still need safety gear for an electric chipper?
Yes: OSHA's chipper guidance calls for eye and hearing protection and gloves, and never reaching in.
Sources
- Chipper Machine Safety (QuickCard), OSHA
- Best Wood-Burning Practices, US EPA Burn Wise
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