EKO Madison Brushed Stainless Steel 13.2 Gal/50L Kitchen Step Trash Can or Recycling Bin, Removable Inner Liner, Soft Close Lid…
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$89.99
Updated May 14, 2026 · 1 min read
The consensus
What reviewers found
Synthesized across the trust-weighted source mix below.
Across the reviewers we read, the EKO Madison stands out as the best-rounded pick in this pool. It carries the highest Amazon rating of any candidate here (4.6 across roughly 3,600 reviews), and EKO as a brand is frequently positioned by mainstream home publishers as the closest value alternative to simplehuman — similar build quality, similar fit-and-finish, noticeably lower price. This is technically a step-pedal can rather than a motion-sensor can, which is worth flagging up front.
What reviewers liked
- Highest Amazon rating in the candidate pool (4.6) across a meaningful 3,600+ reviews
- Brand frequently cited as the value alternative to simplehuman in mainstream coverage
- Step pedal means no motor or sensor to fail — a recurring durability advantage in reviews
- Fits standard tall-kitchen bags, avoiding proprietary-liner lock-in
- Smudge-resistant finish and quiet soft-close lid widely praised in retailer reviews
Where it falls short
- Not actually touchless — step pedal only, which excludes hands-free use cases
- Reviewers report pedal mechanism wear with heavy long-term use
- Lid hinge loosening reported by a subset of long-term owners
- Price is mid-pack — not the budget option in this category
- Limited independent expert testing in the candidate signal pool
Across the reviewers we read, the EKO Madison stands out as the best-rounded pick in this pool. It carries the highest Amazon rating of any candidate here (4.6 across roughly 3,600 reviews), and EKO as a brand is frequently positioned by mainstream home publishers as the closest value alternative to simplehuman — similar build quality, similar fit-and-finish, noticeably lower price.
This is technically a step-pedal can rather than a motion-sensor can, which is worth flagging up front. Reviewers consistently call that out as a feature rather than a bug: no motor to burn out, no sensor to misfire, no batteries or adapter to manage. Recurring praise points are the smudge-resistant finish, a genuinely quiet soft-close lid, and a removable inner bucket that simplifies cleaning. Reviewers also note that standard 13-gallon tall-kitchen bags fit cleanly, sidestepping the proprietary-liner complaint that dogs simplehuman.
The main critiques in retailer reviews are pedal-mechanism wear over time and the lid hinge eventually loosening with heavy use. For shoppers who don't specifically need hands-free operation, the cross-source consensus is that this is the highest-confidence pick in the pool.
- Feature 1
- Trash Can or Recycling Bin - The spacious single-compartment design works beautifully as a kitchen trash can, office waste bin, or dedicated recycling bin for cans, bottles, paper, and everyday recyclables, giving you flexible use without needing a separate container.
- Feature 2
- Superior Stainless Steel Build- This heavy-duty stainless steel garbage can boasts an ultimate fingerprint-resistant stainless steel construction that provides a versatile and stylish waste disposal solution perfect for the home, office or other spaces.
- Feature 3
- Whisper-quiet Closing - The rugged step pedal mechanism is built to withstand years of daily use, and the bi-force damper soft open and close lid prevents slamming and banging.
- Feature 4
- Stay Open and Do Your Thing - This kitchen garbage can boasts an easy-to-use lid lock, ensuring it stays open as long as needed.
- Feature 5
- Quality Construction Built to Endure - Our durable stainless steel foot pedal is built to last over 200,000 times, ensuring smooth and reliable operation for years to come!
- Feature 6
- Elevated Inner Bucket with Handles - The Madison stainless trash can features a raised inner bucket with convenient handles, ensuring swift and hassle-free bag replacement.
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