simplehuman Round Step Can, 4.5L / 1.2 Gallon Compact Bathroom Trash Can, 150,000-Step Pedal, Lid Shox® Silent Close, Removable…
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Updated Jun 27, 2026 · 1 min read
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What reviewers found
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Across the verified-purchase reviewers we can see, this compact 4.5L simplehuman round step can holds a 4.7-star average over more than 25,000 ratings, the largest and one of the highest-rated bases of any stainless-steel step can in this group. That volume-plus-rating combination is the clearest consensus signal available, and it is why this pick lands at the top despite the absence of independent lab testing in the supplied data. Reviewers are buying it for the soft-close lid, removable inner bucket and the durable pedal mechanism the listing highlights.
What reviewers liked
- Highest combination of rating and review volume in the pool (4.7 stars, 25,000+ reviews)
- Removable inner bucket and soft-close lid noted in the listing
- Compact 4.5L footprint suits most bathrooms
Where it falls short
- No independent expert or lab testing available in the supplied signals to corroborate the rating
- Pricier than budget stainless competitors that rate nearly as well
- Round footprint is less space-efficient against a wall than slim/rectangular designs
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Across the verified-purchase reviewers we can see, this compact 4.5L simplehuman round step can holds a 4.7-star average over more than 25,000 ratings, the largest and one of the highest-rated bases of any stainless-steel step can in this group. That volume-plus-rating combination is the clearest consensus signal available, and it is why this pick lands at the top despite the absence of independent lab testing in the supplied data. Reviewers are buying it for the soft-close lid, removable inner bucket and the durable pedal mechanism the listing highlights.
- STRONG STEEL PEDAL - simplehuman's strong steel pedal is engineered to last over 150,000 steps — that's more than 20 steps a day for 20 years.
- SILENT CLOSE LID - simplehuman's patented lid shox technology controls the motion of the lid for a slow, silent close.
- PERFECT FOR BATHROOMS - Fits well in bathrooms or wherever space is limited.
- REMOVABLE INNER BUCKET - Inner bucket lifts out for easy trash disposal.
- REPLACEMENT BUCKET AVAILABLE - If your bucket gets messy over time, freshen up your can with an inexpensive replacement bucket.
- NON-SKID BASE - Non-skid base has rubber pads that are gentle on floors and keep the can steady.
- FINGERPRINT-PROOF - Fingerprint-proof finish resists smudges to keep stainless steel shiny.
- CUSTOM FIT LINERS - simplehuman's code A liners are designed to fit this can perfectly so they don't slip, and they stay completely hidden. Extra-thick plastic and double-seam construction prevent rips and tears.
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