Aurora AU1230XA Anti-Jam 12-Sheet Crosscut Paper and Credit Card Shredder with 5.2-Gallon Wastebasket
Aurora

Aurora AU1230XA Anti-Jam 12-Sheet Crosscut Paper and Credit Card Shredder with 5.2-Gallon Wastebasket

$74.98★ 4.6(31,279 reviews)
Mubboo Score 7.0/10
  • Crosscut with 12 sheet capacities; destroys credit cards and small paper clips
  • Shreds paper, credit cards into small pieces (3/16 by 1-9/16 inches), security level P-3
  • Nonstop stop 5-minute continuous run time; anti-jam auto-reverse to clear paper jams
  • Overload and thermal protection, 4-mode power switch (auto-off-reverse-forward)
  • 5.2-Gallon wastebasket with LED indicator lights standby/ overheat
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Mubboo Value Score: 7.0/10

Quality9.2/10
based on 4.6/5 customer rating
Popularity4.1/10
31,279 reviews, top 12% in Paper Shredders
Value7.6/10
priced below 76% of Paper Shredders

How it stacks up

Rated 4.6/5 — better than 79% of 34 Paper Shredders we track. Budget-tier pricing at $74.98.

Head-to-Head vs Category Leader

AuroraFellowes (Leader)
Price$74.98$299.99
Rating4.6/55.0/5
Reviews31,27913
Mubboo Score7.0/103.6/10

The Aurora AU1230XA Anti-Jam 12-Sheet Crosscut Pape is 75% cheaper but rated lower (4.6 vs 5).

Quick Specs

Color
Black
Capacity
5.2 Gallons
Cut Type
Cross Cut
Item Weight
13.01 Pounds
Manufacturer
Aurora
Model Number
AU1230XA
Power Source
Corded Electric
Built-In Media
Shredder, User Manual

What reviewers say

Synthesized from 40 reviews · 100% verified purchases.

For light to moderate home use these shredders are a great value, but avoid marathon shredding sessions to prevent overheating, and be prepared for some noise.

Rating reliability

Extensively reviewed — highly reliable rating
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About Aurora

  • 10 products in our database
  • Average rating: 4.7/5 across all products
  • Price range: $18.99 – $379.98
  • Categories: Paper Shredders, Stuffed Animals

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Aurora Aurora AU1230XA Anti-Jam 12-Sheet Crosscut Paper and Credit Car worth buying in 2026?

It earns a Mubboo Score of 7.0/10, with a 4.6/5 rating from 31,279 reviews — better than 79% of Paper Shredders we track.

How much does the Aurora Aurora AU1230XA Anti-Jam 12-Sheet Crossc cost?

It is currently $74.98 — budget-tier pricing for Paper Shredders.

How does it compare to the top-rated Paper Shredders?

The Aurora AU1230XA Anti-Jam 12-Sheet Crosscut Pape is 75% cheaper but rated lower (4.6 vs 5).

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