The 10 Best Mulchers | Gardening Tools Reviews

This review has been updated 28 times since it was first published in April of 2015. Facing a pile of leaves in your backyard? No problem. You can easily turn them into useful plant bedding with one of these garden mulchers, shredders, and chippers. We’ve included some affordable models with lower capacities that are great for smaller yards, as well as heftier machines that can destroy branches up to 3 inches thick. When users buy our independently chosen editorial picks, we may earn commissions to help fund the review

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10. Sun Joe

This freestanding model from Sun Joe (around $128) has a high reduction ratio, resulting in finely chopped material that’s perfect for the garden. Its specially-designed safety hopper features a locking knob that prevents the motor from operating when the unit is opened.

9. Flowtron Ultimate

The Flowtron Ultimate (about $164) can be fitted with a bag, or placed directly over a bin or trashcan for simple debris collection. A wide hopper makes it easy to load with large batches, though the motor isn’t as powerful as some others.

8. Tazz K32

Covered by a 5-year warranty, the Tazz K32 (appx. $549) is ideal for large farms and landscaping applications that require a serious chipper. The rugged debris bag features a bottom zipper for easy emptying, and a dock-and-lock connector for quick hook-ups.

7. Earthquake Chipper

If you’re serious about making mulch, then consider the gas-powered Earthquake Chipper (around $1799). While it’s extremely expensive, it’s a truly professional-grade machine, with heavy-duty components that reduce waste to 5% of its original volume.

6. Black & Decker BV6600

With a capable, 12-amp motor and two speed selections, the Black & Decker BV6600 (appx. $76) can help you loosen up those matted leaves, and produce a fine fertilizer for your flower beds, although it’s not terribly effective at breaking down larger waste.

5. Patriot Products

The heavy-duty Patriot Products (about $1130) has a top-mounted, extra large hopper that easily swallows piles of difficult organic material. It tears through branches up to 2.5 inches in diameter, and starts up rather quietly with just the flip of a switch.

4. Worx TriVac

The Worx TriVac (appx. $284) is a versatile piece of equipment that can serve as a blower, a vacuum, and a mulcher, all in one convenient package. It’s great for streamlining yard work, and its compact size makes storage and transport easy.

3. Husqvarna 125BVX

At just under 10 pounds, the Husqvarna 125BVX (around $142) is surprisingly light for a gas-powered appliance and, thankfully, it’s not quite as loud as their dirt bikes. It is, however, one of the best ways to carry a powerful leaf vacuum to the far corners of your property.

2. Worx WG430

The Worx WG430 (appx. $110) is tailored specifically to destroying leaves, thanks to a bladeless design much like that of a string trimmer. It’s easy to load, creates a consistent end product, and will take care of most homes’ autumn needs.

1. Toro UltraPlus

Rated among the best leaf blowers by Consumer Reports, the Toro UltraPlus (about $90) takes handheld shredding to the next level. It can suck up to 450 cubic feet of air per minute, cutting 97% of yard debris down to half-an-inch or smaller.

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