⁦Compare HP OneShred 16MC Shredder vs OneShred 12CC Shredder⁩

A full comparison of HP products on price, Model Name, Art. No, Rated Input, Power (Watt), and technical specs.

Best Overall ⁦HP OneShred 16MC Shredder⁩

⁦OneShred 16MC Shredder⁩

P-5 Security Larger Capacity

HP OneShred 16MC, document shredder, micro cut, P-5 security, 16-sheet capacity, 30L bin, anti-jam, automatic…

$550.00

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Faster ⁦HP OneShred 12CC Shredder⁩

⁦OneShred 12CC Shredder⁩

Smaller and Lighter Best Price

HP OneShred 12CC, document shredder, cross-cut shredder, P-4 security, 12-sheet capacity, credit card shreddin…

$175.00

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Specifications

Specification ⁦OneShred 16MC Shredder⁩ ⁦OneShred 12CC Shredder⁩
Price $550.00 $175.00
Model Name ⁦HP OneShred 16MC⁩ ⁦HP OneShred 12CC⁩
Art. No 2808 2802
Rated Input ⁦220-240VAC, 50Hz⁩ ⁦220-240VAC, 50/60Hz⁩
Power (Watt) 680 300
Current (A) 3 1.4
Motor type Induction DC
Shred capacity (sheets A4, 80g) 16 12
Shred media, manual feed paper,staples, clips, credit card paper,staples, clips, credit card
Cut type Micro cut Cross cut
Throat width ⁦220 mm⁩ ⁦220 mm⁩
Cut size ⁦2*15 mm⁩ ⁦4*35 mm⁩
Security level (DIN 66399) ⁦P-5⁩ ⁦P-4⁩
Rated sheet shredding speed ⁦1.6 m/min⁩ ⁦1.8 m/min⁩
Run time, manual feed (minutes) ⁦> 30 min⁩ ⁦6 min⁩
Cooling time ⁦50 min⁩ ⁦50 min⁩
Overheat indicator Yes Yes
Overload indicator Yes Yes
Bin full indication Yes
Automatic Reverse Function / Anti Jam Yes Yes
Bin capacity ⁦30 l⁩ ⁦23 l⁩
Noise level ⁦65 dB⁩ ⁦65 dB⁩
Bin style Pull out Lift head
Castors Yes
Unit weight 18,4 5.9
Packaging Dimensions ⁦490x366x701 mm⁩ ⁦343x238x388 mm⁩
Weight Product + Packaging 20,0 6.5
Carton Dimensions ⁦493x358x405 mm⁩
Quantity / Carton 1 2
Carton Weight 14.9
Cartons per Palette 8 16
Barcode (unit) 4030152028085 4030152028023
Barcode (carton) 4030152128020
Dimensions and Weight
Product Dimensions ⁦424.3x295x644.5mm⁩ ⁦345x235x485 mm⁩

Summary: Which Shredder Should You Choose?

Choose HP OneShred 16MC if you need:

  • A capacity of up to 16 A4 sheets at 80 gsm per pass, compared with 12 sheets on the 12CC.
  • Micro cut shredding at 2 × 15 mm with P-5 security instead of 4 × 35 mm cross cut at P-4.
  • More than 30 minutes of manual-feed runtime and a 30-litre bin with a full-bin indicator.
  • A pull-out bin and castors for easier movement.

Choose HP OneShred 12CC if you need:

  • A slightly faster rated shredding speed of 1.8 m/min, compared with 1.6 m/min.
  • A smaller unit weighing 5.9 kg, substantially lighter than the 16MC.
  • Shredding for paper, staples, clips, and credit cards at P-4 security.

Decision: The HP OneShred 16MC is the best overall due to its higher capacity, stronger security, longer runtime, and larger bin. The 12CC may suit users who prioritise a smaller, lighter unit and slightly higher shredding speed.

What Is the Difference Between HP OneShred 16MC and HP OneShred 12CC?

Both shredders have a 220 mm feed opening and manually handle paper, staples, clips, and credit cards. Each includes overheat and overload indicators, automatic reverse for anti-jam operation, a 50-minute cooling time, and a rated noise level of 65 dB.

The main difference is that the HP OneShred 16MC Shredder handles 16 sheets per pass and uses 2 × 15 mm micro cut shredding at P-5 security, while the 12CC handles 12 sheets with 4 × 35 mm cross cut shredding at P-4. The 16MC also runs for more than 30 minutes, compared with 6 minutes, and has a 30-litre bin instead of 23 litres. It adds a full-bin indicator and castors. By contrast, the 12CC is slightly faster at 1.8 m/min versus 1.6 m/min and weighs 5.9 kg instead of 18.4 kg.

The 16MC benefits users who require larger batches, finer shredding, longer sessions, and fewer bin-emptying interruptions. The 12CC is better suited to shorter tasks where a smaller, lighter machine and slightly higher speed matter more.

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