15 Compost Bins to Reduce Waste
15 Compost Bins That Won't Clutter a Small Kitchen
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Composting is one of my favourite ways to reduce waste in the kitchen. Even if you try to maintain a zero-waste kitchen by getting creative with storage solutions and recipes that use most of your leftovers, composting can still add up in terms of how much food you can divert from landfills. According to the Environmental Protection Agency, in 2018, Americans kept over 25 million tons of compost from becoming trash. That's 0.42 pounds per person per day! And there are personal benefits too — I've found that saving my food scraps keeps my trash can smelling much fresher.
Though composting may be misunderstood for being smelly or for taking up too much space, there are plenty of small, streamlined compost bins that are a great fit for those living in smaller apartments or even dorms. Many come with airtight seals and even charcoal filters that help keep odours in, rather than out. We rounded up our favourite compost bins for small spaces; keep reading to check them out.
1 Jolitac Vintage Pink Compost Bin
This pretty-in-pink Jolitac Vintage Pink Compost Bin ($29) is perfect for anyone who loves adding a pop of colour to their kitchen. The airtight lid contains an activated charcoal filter that absorbs and traps food odours, and the bin comes with eight bonus filters for future use.
2 Oval Stainless Steel 1.6 Gallon Countertop Compost Bin
This Oval Stainless Steel 1.6 Gallon Countertop Compost Bin ($41, originally $44) is made from sleek stainless steel that looks great in any kitchen, plus it has a pop of green to remind you why you're composting in the first place. The lid features a built-in filter compartment so that you can add desiccant packets that absorb odours.
3 Farmhouse Compost Crock
If you love farmhouse-style kitchen decor, you'll love this Farmhouse Compost Crock ($24, originally $30). A chic chicken wire basket holds the compost bin, which comes in a gorgeous green hue.
4 OXO Good Grips Easy-Clean Compost Bin
At just .75 gallons, the OXO Good Grips Easy-Clean Compost Bin ($23) will be a slim and sleek addition to your countertop. It comes in multiple neutral shades, and the lid detaches for easy emptying.
5 0.75 Gal. Kitchen Composter
This lovely 0.75 Gal. Kitchen Composter ($51) is made from bamboo, which offers a great option for those interested in sustainable materials, plus the natural wood will look pretty in your kitchen. It has a smooth inner plastic basket that makes emptying easy.
6 Rosti Modern Compact Compost Bin
This Rosti Modern Compact Compost Bin ($24) is adorable with its modern colours and angled opening. Bonus: It's dishwasher-safe, so you can make sure it's nice and clean in between compost batches.
7 Chef'n EcoCrock Counter Compost Bin
Those who want to put their green lifestyle on display will love this Chef'n EcoCrock Counter Compost Bin ($34, was $39). The lid has a charcoal filter for odour absorption, and the bucket has an inner pail for easy emptying.
8 Dustin 1.3 Gal. Kitchen Composter
The Dustin 1.3 Gal. Kitchen Composter ($45, was $49) has a sleek stainless steel look. Don't let the holes on top fool you — escaping odours won't be an issue. The double filtration system includes two charcoal filters that trap and control odours, and they can absorb odours for up to six months before they need to be replaced.
9 Full Circle Slate Odour-Free Compost Collector
If you're worried about odours, the Full Circle Slate Odour-Free Compost Collector ($35) is specifically designed to keep them trapped inside the bin. Its innovative design allows air to circulate so that food scraps break down faster, and it also has a wire rim that holds compostable bags in place for easy setup and removal.
10 Natural Home Ceramic Compost Bin
The Natural Home Cherry Ceramic Compost Bin ($56) comes in three colours to complement your kitchen, and the ceramic material will look right at home next to a countertop basket of utensils. The lid comes with a charcoal filter that will absorb odours for up to six months.
11 Joseph Joseph Food Waste Caddy with Odour Filter
This Joseph Joseph Food Waste Caddy with Odour Filter ($33) might look like a cute lunchbox sitting on your counter, but it's actually a compost bin. It has a replaceable odour filter and a ventilated design that allows air to enter and circulate inside the caddy, which helps to reduce moisture and odour.
12 JUDRDO Kitchen Countertop Compost Bin
Fans of rose gold will love this sleek and stylish JUDRDO Kitchen Countertop Compost Bin ($38, was $40). Its narrow shape and removable handle mean that it can fit in just about any size kitchen.
13 Steel 1 Gal. Kitchen Composter
This Steel 1 Gal. Kitchen Composter ($28) adds a retro look to your kitchen. It comes in five fun colours and is made from finished stainless steel for extra durability.
14 KaryHome Hanging Small Trash Can with Lid
The KaryHome Hanging Small Trash Can with Lid ($15, was $25) comes in five cute colours to match your kitchen. It has a sleek, modern design, and includes both a hanging hook for inside cabinets and a wall mount option, so you can put it wherever it suits your kitchen best.
15 Exfoil Kitchen Compost Bin with Lid
The Exfoil Kitchen Compost Bin with Lid ($37) offers a stylish wood design, with nonslip grip pads on the bottom to keep it in place. The interior stainless steel bin and lid make adding and emptying compost an easy task.
