simplehuman Compost Caddy, Detachable and Countertop Bin, 4 Liter / 1.06 Gallon, Brushed Stainless Steel
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Updated Jun 27, 2026 · 1 min read
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Across the reviewers we read, the simplehuman Compost Caddy is the premium countertop pick, praised for its design and its magnetic dock that clips onto a compatible trash can to separate scraps. It holds a 4.4 average over roughly 2,150 reviews, with a cross-listing showing 4.5 over 1,100-plus reviews. On r/composting (high-trust community), an owner reports 'no odors at all,' and verified-purchase reviewers like that it hangs off the bin and frees up counter space.
What reviewers liked
- Magnetic dock and detachable design save counter space
- Brushed stainless looks good and is easy to wipe down
- r/composting users report effective odor control
- Detachable lid and smooth bucket are easy to empty and rinse
Where it falls short
- Included compostable bags are widely called thin and tear-prone
- 4-liter capacity fills quickly for active cooks
- Costs noticeably more than comparable countertop bins
- No independent lab test appears in its own signals
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Across the reviewers we read, the simplehuman Compost Caddy is the premium countertop pick, praised for its design and its magnetic dock that clips onto a compatible trash can to separate scraps. It holds a 4.4 average over roughly 2,150 reviews, with a cross-listing showing 4.5 over 1,100-plus reviews. On r/composting (high-trust community), an owner reports 'no odors at all,' and verified-purchase reviewers like that it hangs off the bin and frees up counter space.
The most consistent criticism, repeated on r/composting and r/ZeroWaste, is that the included compostable bags are 'super thin and tear easily,' pushing many owners to buy sturdier liners. The 4-liter capacity is also on the small side, so heavy cooks empty it often. There's no independent lab named in this candidate's own signals, so the verdict rests on its strong customer base and community feedback; the consensus is that you're paying a premium for a genuinely well-built, good-looking bin with a clever docking system, with bag quality being the main letdown.
- Magnetic Dock Makes Composting Effortless
- Docks on the side of any simplehuman rectangular or slim liner rim trash can — separates food scraps from regular trash without crossing the kitchen, all in one motion.
- Soft-Seal Lid Keeps Odors In, Pests Out
- Allows organics to breathe so banana peels, coffee grounds, and vegetable trim don't cause kitchen odor — and keeps fruit flies and pests away.
- Detaches For Food-Prep At The Counter
- Lift the caddy off its dock and bring it to your cutting board for peeling, coring, and scraping — scraps go directly into the caddy as you cook.
- Removable Inner Bucket For Easy Empty
- Smooth plastic inner bucket lifts out for quick dumping and rinsing — no hard-to-clean corners, no residue buildup.
- 30-Pack Code Z Compostable Liners Included
- Custom-fit compostable liners fit the caddy perfectly with no ugly overhang — toss the full liner with your food scraps and it decomposes completely.
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I did purchase it and really like it! No odors at all. The only downside is that the bags that come with the bin are super thin and tear easily.
It has holes in the lid and charcoal filters. The bowl fills up quickly and forces me to take it out back almost every day. I've never had an ...
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