The Compost Genie has completely changed how we handle food scraps in our kitchen. The lid seals tight, so there’s zero odor even after a few days of coffee grounds and vegetable peels. It’s compact enough to sit on the counter without being in the way, and honestly, it looks good doing it. Emptying and cleaning takes seconds — no gross residue clinging to the bin. If you’ve been putting off composting because it seems messy, this makes it effortless.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Thanks to the Stellar Product Testing Panel for providing me with this compost bin. This is my first time using a compost bin and to be honest, I did not know what to expect. First, I appreciate the size and sleek look of this compost bin and love the way it looks on my counter. It is not bulky and takes up just the right amount of space. I also really liked the fact that the bags and the bin both helped to keep any food fumes within the bin and not in my home. It does not attract insects like I thought it might and honestly didn’t have any bad smell. However, even with all of these positives, I felt like this product is an over glorified garbage can for food scraps. I really can’t do much with it even with my garden because I don’t have a larger bin for composting and you would need one in order to continue the compost process. All in all, it’s good for someone who already has a large compost bin to cut out the middle man but kind of pointless for a beginner who still doesn’t know the basics (like me).

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This is the first time I’ve introduced a compost bin in my household. My family thought the design was sleek and that it blended well with our other countertop items. I added multiple fruit and vegetable scraps daily as I am a mom to two kids who are constantly eating. I was impressed by the fact that the smell was contained! I was so worried about that but luckily no issues. I also did not have any trouble cleaning it out between emptying it so that made me want to continue to use it. Thanks to the Stellar Product Testing Panel for providing me with this compost bin and helping me explore composting and make it feel natural.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I'm 2-3 weeks into starting my composting journey, and this has made it an easy start. My first impression is it looks good sitting on the counter haha. Compact, clean looking, none of the gross kitchen trash can vibe I was worried about. It doesn't look out of place next to the rest of my kitchenware, which matters more to me now that I am set up and running. I'm easing in, because I was worried if I dived in it could get stinky fast. I've only added some waste so far, but it seems to fit into my routine! Instead of scraping peels and coffee grounds into the trash, I pop the lid and toss 'em in this baddie. I think I probably have another week or two before it is officially a habit. Early days, but so far this has made composting feel approachable instead of intimidating. I am so glad I was able receive this from the Stellar panel and I'd definitely recommend it to anyone just getting started or someone who wants a more smaller design for their family!

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I was able to try out the Compost Genie Countertop Bin thanks to the Stellar Product Testing Panel. I cook from scratch a ton, so I have a lot of food scraps that I compost to boost my garden. One downside of composting is keeping scraps contained and fruit fly-free until they head outside. The Compost Genie is a cute, easy solution for holding them until ready for the composter. I tested this bin out for two weeks, and found it did contain odors if emptied every other day, and kept summertime pests at bay. I’m unsure about the advertised airflow chambers when it comes to moisture — upon opening, the lid would often have condensation, though it is summertime and humidity is out of control. I liked the look of this compost container and it fit well on my counter, though I really wish there were some kind of metal option (I don’t feel it’s a forever purchase thanks to the plastic construction). I appreciated that it can be used with or without bags, so you’re not locked into a system. My biggest complaint, however, was that the lid needed more weight. When lifting the lid, I sometimes snagged both the lid and the top bag holder, yanking it out of place. Not a dealbreaker, but a little annoying when tossing in scraps with one hand. Overall, the Countertop Genie was an accessible option for the compost-inclined; I wouldn’t say I particularly raved about it, but it was a solid compost container that got the job done.