simplehuman Compost Caddy, Detachable and Countertop Bin, 4 Liter / 1.06 Gallon, Brushed Stainless Steel

I recently added the Small Compost Trash Can to my kitchen setup, and it's been a game-changer! This little gem hangs conveniently at the side of my regular trash can, making it super accessible for composting while I cook. What I love most about this compost bin is how easy it is to clean. The smooth surface wipes down effortlessly. It's incredibly low-maintenance, which is a huge plus in my book. The lid design is great. It's easy to open with just one hand, stays open if I want it to during food prep, yet it effectively blocks out any odors. This means I can compost without worrying about unpleasant smells lingering in my kitchen. I typically empty mine only once or twice a week. Not only is this compost bin functional, but it also looks great. The sleek design complements my kitchen decor perfectly, and matches well with my brushed aluminum trash can. Overall, I couldn't be happier with my purchase. This compost bin is a convenient, easy-to-clean solution for composting that seamlessly integrates into my kitchen routine. If you're looking for a hassle-free way to reduce food waste, I highly recommend giving this compost bin a try!

When kitchen recycling became mandatory in NYC, I thought I would hate it. Too much trouble, and where would I find space in my small city kitchen? But I got this container and now I actually love composting. It sits right on my counter, taking very little space, and I can deposit peels and pits and eggshells and such just inches from my kitchen work area--no more peels landing on the floor by my big garbage can. Trader Joe produce bags fit just fine so I don't even need to buy special bags. Since most of the stuff that gets stinky goes in here, my bigger garbage stays fresh much longer (unless I have plastic with fish or chicken essence on them). The biodegradable bags are delicate and porous, so I deliver them to the building bin in the green insert to safeguard against any splitting or leaking bag disasters. I have noticed that the green inner bin collects clear, odorless liquid that must seep through the biodegradable plastic, so I just rinse it before putting in a new bag. I love the green insert and the fact that the lid stays up when you want it to and down when you want it tightly shut. Also, the compostable bag doesn't show when this bin is assembled (I tried another where it did show and it didn't look nice). So far I haven't noticed any odors, even after days with veggie and animal refuse marinating in there--maybe because the lid limits how much air gets in. Urban composting is really no hassle after all, and actually a plus, thanks to this nicely designed bin.

Love this item! Small, easy to clean and attractive.

Pros: The recycling bin is fantastic. Great design. Lid opens and stays open while you scrape. Closes softly but quickly. Slides close to the wall and is both accessible and out of the way...and it looks good! Cons: Nothing with the bin. The compostable bags that Simplehuman includes are...yes...garbage. They tear while just opening them. I tried to open them slowly, the bags still tore. Seven tries and seven torn bags. So the Compost bin is great. However, make sure to buy a different compost bag at the time of purchase. The Simplehuman bags are SimpleAwful.

i had the problem of broken bags that wouldnt fit. contacted simplehuman customer service which promptly sent me bags under warranty. the replacements work! this is a great countertop caddy even if you don't compost original review: The matching liners are simply atrocious Liners don't fit around the mouth of the container, or just rip apart while opening. And without the matching liners, what's the point of paying more for Simplehuman products? Come on guys, get it right--this weak link is just *too weak*

As someone who is passionate about reducing waste and living a sustainable lifestyle, I was excited to try out this compost caddy, and I can confidently say that it exceeded my expectations. Firstly, the caddy is incredibly well-designed and functional. The sleek and modern design looks great in any kitchen and the stainless steel material is durable and easy to clean. The caddy also has a removable top and is easy take off if you have it attached to your main bin. I think the best part is that it’s at a good level off the ground (my last compost bin was on the ground and goodness was I tired of bending down to put things in it). Now the bin liners are smaller than usual and the size of the bin itself it small. For me, it wasn’t a big deal as I have a smaller kitchen so it was a feature. The liners it comes with fit perfectly inside and are made of thick material. Overall, I am super happy I made this purchase and highly recommend it.

I don't know if my specific item sat out in the sun too long or something before getting to me, but the liners are completely useless. Just fitting them onto the can causes them to fall apart. Forget about expecting them to hold anything without disintegrating. See if you can tell which is which in the video (I apologize that it's vertical). That said, I really do like this compost caddy. It looks very nice attached to the side of the simplehuman trashcan we have and the fact that it's easily detachable to use next to whatever you're doing is great when cracking eggs or doing other kitchen tasks that could otherwise generate mess or result in extra dirty containers from bringing food scraps to the bin. The gentle magnet that holds the lid open when used attached to the trash can works perfectly and easily removable hard liner makes emptying the bin a breeze. I shot this video and am giving a low rating as a warning to other purchasers - if I hadn't already had some other compostable bags that kind of fit, I would have returned the bin on the first day. I'm still worried about buying the official simplehuman bags based on this experience but the slightly larger 3rd party bags work just fine.

I like the small space it takes on my counter and neat appearance. Others said they could not use their slightly larger compost bags, but they work for me. I pull the excess bag material to the back as I assemble and just a tiny bit pokes out in the middle of the back where no one looks. The inner bucket is easy to carry out to the bin when emptying. It rinses clean and contains odors when closed. For our family we need to empty it twice a week. I would say our kitchen is fairly quiet but not unused. I have not had it long, but it seems more likely to hold up than the all plastic competitors.