We have some great options for you! Check out our recommendations below.
Looking to go zero waste? Keep in mind that some types of food waste should only be added to your compost bin in small amounts. To get around this, pre-ferment all food waste in a Bokashi bin before adding it to your compost.
With over 6L of food waste per week, you may also need to consider purchasing more than one composting system.
The Dirt Vader Compost Bin
Suitable for households with access to a garden, the Dirt Vader turns any household's food scraps to the 'dirt side' with this large capacity 220 litre on-ground composting bin.
Maintenance
Collect food scraps and garden matter, and add them to the bin
Aeration (stirring) upon every addition of food scraps
Cost
Australia-wide: $59.90 (RRP = $99.95)
Council discount: See if your council provides a further discount by clicking 'Get your council discount', and entering your residential address at the bottom of the home pageβ
The Eco Tumbler Composter
Suitable for all households, with or without a garden, the 245 litre Eco Tumbler is a rodent and pest resistant composter that features large dual compartments which allow you to add new compost while the first chamber is curing.
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Maintenance
Collect food scraps and garden matter, and add them to the bin
Easy aeration using a geared handle
Slide doors mean it is quick to load and harvest compost
Cost
Australia-wide: $229.00 (RRP = $269.00)
Council discount: See if your council provides a further discount by clicking 'Get your council discount', and entering your residential address at the bottom of the home pageβ
Looking for a lower cost tumbler option? Take a look at the smaller Eco Roto Composter (Australia-wide: $109.00).