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Pros and cons

According to our paper shredder expert

  • The container has a see-through window, so you can easily see how full the container is.
  • You can shred 1 A4 paper into 2000 shreds, so the paper shredder meets the DIN P-5 security requirements.
  • The paper shredder meets the AVG/GDPR requirement, so it's also suitable for business use.
  • After 10 minutes of continuous shredding, the paper shredder needs to cool off.
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Description

The Fellowes Powershred LX201 is a paper shredder for a small office. You can destroy 12 sheets at the same time. Thanks to the DIN-P5 security standard, you can shred these sheets of paper to small shreds, so no one will be able to restore your documents. One A4 can be shred to no less than 2000 shreds. The blades will stop as soon as you get near them with your fingers. With the Powershred LX201, you not only destroy paper but also staples, paper clips, and credit cards. After shredding for 10 minutes, the paper shredder needs to cool off for 15 minutes. The 70dB noise level is comparable to the sound of an electric shaver.

This is what you get

  • Manual

Key specs

Security level (DIN 66399)

DIN P-5 (2000 shreds per A4)

Capacity of waste container

22 liter

Maximum noise level

70 dB

Processing capacity

12

Continuous duty

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Reviews

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    114

  • 4 stars

    110

  • 3 stars

    8

  • 2 stars

    5

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Our expert review

Secure shredder for privacy-sensitive documents.

  • Documents are irrecoverable after shredding.
  • Also shreds cards, staples and paper clips.
  • Easy to move with the wheels
  • Will not shred cardboard, newspapers or laminated paper.
With the Fellowes Powershred LX201 I shred old debit cards and sensitive documents in a safe way. Privacy-sensitive documents I often throw my letters from the tax authorities, government or bank with the old paper, while they contain sensitive personal data. An office often also has a lot of privacy-sensitive information on paper. It is safer to shred this paper. The paper shredder makes such small shreds of my documents that they are impossible to recover. An A4 is shredded into 2,000 pieces. So I don't have to worry about the security of my data. Format The shredder has a fairly large size. It therefore does not fit on my desk but has to stand on the floor. There are wheels under the machine, so I can move it easily. It is also not heavy, I can lift it with ease. The plug has a fairly short cord, so you have to be close to a socket. Ease of use I find the paper shredder easy to use. The machine automatically shreds the paper when I feed it. If my fingers get too close, the shredder will stop by itself. I really like this safety feature in a paper shredder. I can feed up to 12 sheets at a time. If you want to shred large documents, I would go for a variant with a higher throughput. After shredding for 10 minutes, the machine cools down automatically. After 15 minutes I can use it again. The paper bin is very spacious. I can also take it out of the shredder for easy emptying. Special waste bags are supplied with the shredder. Maintenance It is important to maintain the chipper properly by occasionally dripping some oil over the blades. According to the manual, you should do this every time you empty the paper bin. A small bottle of oil comes with the shredder. This is enough for a few greasing.
  • Kayleigh. Papierversnipperaar specialist.

  • 22 April 2022

  • Automatic translation off Nederlands

8,0/10 ()

Very satisfied

  • Solid
  • Pull-out collection tray
  • Don't get stuck quickly
  • Can't think of anything yet
I had a cheaper destroyer before, broke. And then bought another cheap copy, but this one also broke. So far I am very satisfied with the powershred. Is solid. And the fact that there is a pull-out tray is also very handy. No more fiddling with lifting the lid.
  • Wilma

  • 3 August 2015

  • Automatic translation off Nederlands

8,3/10 ()

Paper shredder 73Ci

  • sound
  • sizing
  • user friendly
After using two cheap shredders, I switched to a semi-professional one. Purchase is certainly half the price, but the result and the friendliness of use more than makes up for this. The sound is much less compared to the previous models I used. But in combination with the paper collection bags, I think this is a very nice machine that I can enjoy for a long time. The model is not too big, but certainly not too small that you have to empty the tank every few days. I was also recommended to lubricate the blades, which I was never told on my previous models. Perfect machine in use and low noise.
  • Ad Opheij

  • 3 January 2014

  • Automatic translation off Nederlands

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Insure your paper shredder

Receive more coverage in case of damage than with your standard warranty. Coolblue takes care of everything: from taking out the insurance to repairs. Is a repair not possible? You receive the purchase price as CoolblueCredit.

What am I insured for?

  • Fall and impact damage
  • Water damage
  • Manufacturing defects outside the warranty

What am I not insured for?

  • Damage you deliberately cause
  • Damage that doesn't affect the product functioning (such as scratches)
  • Damage due to gross negligence

XCover insurace

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XCover Protection without theft cover
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  • 2-year advance payment
    11,99 one-time payment (6,- per year)

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Specifications

Product

Product number

856958

Manufacturer code

5050001

Brand

Fellowes

Warranty

3 years

Processing of your defect

Via Coolblue

Paper shredder properties

Paper input method

Manually

Security level (DIN 66399)

DIN P-5 (2000 shreds per A4)

Shreds

Credit cards, Paper, Paper clips, Staples

Type of cut

Micro shreds

Maximum input width

230 mm

Processing capacity

12

User type

Home use

Continuous duty

Maximum time of continuous use

10 min

Cool-down period after use

15 min

Maximum noise level

70 dB

Energy-saving functions

Auto shut-off

Safety functions in use

Anti-jam technology

Automatic reverse function

Wheels

LED indicators

Overloaded/jammed

Input drawer open

Full waste container

Automatic stand-by

AVG/GDPR norm

Waste paper basket

Capacity of waste container

22 liter

Capsule collection box capacity

525

Separate waste container CDs/DVDs/Credit cards

See-through window

Removable waste container

Physical properties

Depth

26 cm

Height

52,5 cm

Width

36,8 cm

Weight

9,5 kg

Color

Black