This easy-to-use, emission-free device shredded leaves quickly and neatly, earning it the Best rating from the Hammacher Schlemmer Institute. During testing, it chewed through 50 gallons of leaves in only 2 1/2 minutes—less than 1/10 the time required by inferior units—and unlike lesser models it did not choke on the occasional twig or let any leaf pass through unshredded. With a cutting system similar to an oversized weed trimmer, The Best Leaf Shredder’s powerful 13-amp motor and cutting line turned 4 1/2 bags of bulky foliage into a single compact bag of rich mulch—other devices could only reduce leaf volume by half. Elastic straps secure a plastic or paper bag under the polypropylene hopper, creating a tight seal that won’t allow debris to escape. The Best Leaf Shredder also has telescoping legs that adjust from 16 1/2"-29 1/2" to position the device over a trash can or compost bin. The bladeless device has five settings to devour everything from wet grass to pine needles, and a funnel cover enables tidy and efficient reloading. Comes with 20 replacement cutting lines. Plugs into AC with 16" cord. 49" H x 21 1/4" W x 21 1/4" D. (13 1/2 lbs.)