Top 10 Amazing Composters for Your Backyard
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Published on June 14, 2017, by Nicole Faires
In the quest for a greener lifestyle, composting has emerged as a popular and environmentally-friendly practice. To help you navigate the various composting solutions available, we've put together a guide comparing some of the most popular compost bins on the market.
The Aeroplus 3-Stage Compost Bin - 21 Cubic Feet is a multi-stage aerobic compost system designed to accelerate composting by providing different chambers for sequential stages of decomposition. Its good airflow and easy management of the composting process result in faster, more efficient composting.
The Worm Factory 360 Composter is a vermicomposting system that uses worms to break down kitchen scraps, making it ideal for small-scale composting, especially indoors or on balconies. This composter produces very nutrient-rich compost but requires maintenance of worm conditions (moisture, temperature).
For those living in colder climates, the Jora JK125 Composter - 4.5 Cubic Feet is a compact, heated compost tumbler that speeds up the compost process through insulation and tumbling action, ensuring aeration.
The Hungry Bin - Continuous Flow Worm Composter allows for continuous addition of waste without turning the compost, producing rich compost tea and finished compost with minimal manual turning.
The Green Cone Solar Waste Digester is a solar-powered digester designed mainly for food waste disposal. It uses solar heat to accelerate breakdown and pathogens kill, directing waste into the ground below. It's simple, pest-resistant, and easy to use but less versatile for all compostable materials.
The Aerobin 200 Insulated Composter - 7 Cubic Foot (55 Gallon) Compost Bin is a compost bin with a rotating drum or similar structure, facilitating easy turning and aeration. It's weather-resistant, designed to keep pests out, and speeds up composting versus static bins.
Coconut Coir and the Compost Keepers are generally passive composters using natural materials like coconut coir to retain moisture and enhance microbial activity. They suit smaller volumes and are low-tech but slow compared to tumblers or worm farms.
The Stainless Steel Compost Keeper is an attractive and heat-retaining compost bin, making it a durable and rust-resistant option for your backyard.
This overview shows the differences in technology (aerobic tumblers, vermicomposters, solar digesters), maintenance (turning, worm care), speed (heated vs passive), and output (solid compost vs compost tea). Selecting the best bin depends on your composting goals (speed, scale, pest control, fertilizer type) and environment (climate, space).
Whether you're a seasoned composter or just starting out, this guide provides a comprehensive look at the various compost bins available to help you make an informed decision about which one best suits your needs.
- For those interested in home-and-garden projects, the 'Green Cone Solar Waste Digester' is a solar-powered solution designed for food waste disposal, offering a simple and pest-resistant approach to composting.
- For individuals living in small spaces like apartments or balconies, the 'Worm Factory 360 Composter' is a vermicomposting system ideal for small-scale composting, producing nutrient-rich compost with minimal effort.
