Aurora
Aurora AU1230XA Anti-Jam 12-Sheet Crosscut Shredder
$93.08Cheaper
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Aurora AU1230XA Anti-Jam 12-Sheet Crosscut Shredder vs Royal 1840MX 18-Sheet Crosscut Shredder
A sourced, side-by-side comparison. Aurora AU1230XA Anti-Jam 12-Sheet Crosscut Shredder is cheaper at $93.08. Every spec and price links to its source.
Royal
Royal 1840MX 18-Sheet Crosscut Shredder
$229.89
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Which is better: the Aurora AU1230XA Anti-Jam 12-Sheet Crosscut Shredder or Royal 1840MX 18-Sheet Crosscut Shredder?
On the specs we track, they're closely matched. The Aurora AU1230XA Anti-Jam 12-Sheet Crosscut Shredder is the cheaper at $93.08.
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Full spec sheet
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| Spec |  Aurora AU1230XA Anti-Jam 12-Sheet Crosscut Shredder |  Royal 1840MX 18-Sheet Crosscut Shredder |
|---|---|---|
| US price | $93.08 | $229.89 |
| Brand | Aurora | Royal |
| Released | — | — |
| Sheet capacity | 12 | 18 |
| Cut type | cross_cut | cross_cut |
| Security level | p3 | — |
| Bin capacity (gal) | 5.2 | 8.5 |
| Continuous run (min) | 5 | 60 |
| Shreds cards staples | Yes | Yes |
| Jam protection | Yes | Yes |
| Release | — | — |
Sources — Aurora AU1230XA Anti-Jam 12-Sheet Crosscut Shredder: auroradirectstore.com (verified 2026-11-05). Royal 1840MX 18-Sheet Crosscut Shredder: ecohomeoffice.com (verified 2026-11-05).
What's the difference between the Aurora AU1230XA Anti-Jam 12-Sheet Crosscut Shredder and Royal 1840MX 18-Sheet Crosscut Shredder?
Where the two actually differ on the specs we track (3 of 7). Matching specs are omitted.
- Sheet capacity: Aurora AU1230XA Anti-Jam 12-Sheet Crosscut Shredder 12 vs Royal 1840MX 18-Sheet Crosscut Shredder 18
- Bin capacity (gal): Aurora AU1230XA Anti-Jam 12-Sheet Crosscut Shredder 5.2 vs Royal 1840MX 18-Sheet Crosscut Shredder 8.5
- Continuous run (min): Aurora AU1230XA Anti-Jam 12-Sheet Crosscut Shredder 5 vs Royal 1840MX 18-Sheet Crosscut Shredder 60