Composting Bins on the Market: Tumblers, Worm Bins and More

Do-it-yourself composting bins work great for many gardeners, but big, open piles aren't an option for folks who have problems with wild animals, or who want to hide unsightly waste from their neighbors. Gardeners with small yards or deck gardens may be forced to compost indoors but who appreciate a variety of ways to process table scraps and yard waste into rich compost.

We've collected a list of commercially available composting bins to help you boost soil fertility by producing your own "garden gold." The compost bins on this page reflect what's currently available in the marketplace — from large-capacity outdoor containers to cozy worm farms.

Use these links to navigate to the type of composting bins you're most interested in learning more about:

Bokashi Compost Bins
Kitchen Compost Bins
Outdoor Stationary Compost Bins
Compost Tumblers
Worm Bins

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Bokashi Compost Bins

Bokashi systems can be contained inside fairly small buckets. They break down food scraps through fermentation with the help of a special bran mix.

Bokashi Kitchen Bucket by Uncommon Goods

$12 to 48
5-gallon capacity
Stores under the kitchen sink
Plastic grate allows liquid to drain

From UncommonGoods

Bokashi Kitchen Kit by RTS Home Accents

$46
4.75-gallon capacity
Air tight container
Stores under the kitchen sink

From Eco Outfitter

Bokashi Compost Kit by Woodland Direct

$49
5-gallon capacity
Stores under the kitchen sink
Air tight seal won't let out odors

From Woodland Direct

Bokashi Bucket by Tera Ganix

$54.99
2 lb Bokashi soft plastic lid
The Deluxe Bokashi Bucket Food Waste Fermenter Kit
Airtight Bokashi Bin container

From Tera Ganix

Bokashi All Seasons Indoor Composter by Probiotics

$37
5-gallon capacity
All seasons indoor composter
Drainage area in bottom of bucket

From Probiotics

Bokashi Kitchen Composter (Basics) by Vermitek

$53
Basic kit includes Bokashi Composter with 2 pounds Bran, cup and Scraper

From Vermitek

Kitchen Compost Bins

You can keep a kitchen compost bin near your food-preparation area and just chuck in the food waste as you cook dinner. Later, the contents of the small bin can be dumped into a large container. Options also include small, electric composting bins that use heat to break down scraps quickly.

The Kitchen Compost Bin Collector

$20
2-gallon capacity
Dishwasher safe

From RSVP International

Kitchen Compost Crock by NorPro

$21
1-gallon capacity
Includes a charcoal filter

From NorPro

Kitchen Compost Bin by Busch Systems

$23 - $25
2.5-gallon capacity
Dishwasher safe

From Busch Systems

Mr. ECO Kitchen Compost Bin by Mr. ECO

$35
2.7-gallon capacity
Hangs under the sink on the cabinet door

From Mr. ECO

Bamboo Compost Pail by RSVP International

$40
3.25-quart capacity
Includes 2 charcoal filters in the vented lid

From RSVP International

Kitchen Compost Pail by RSVP International

$39
0.5-gallon capacity
18/8 stainless steel

From RSVP International

METRO by NatureMill

$295
3-gallon capacity
Fully automatic, two-chamber system

From Nature Mill

Outdoor Stationary Compost Bins

The largest-capacity composting bins typically are stationary. The length of time required to produce compost inside a stationary compost bin varies depending on the climate, season and frequency with which you turn the contents. These bins often are bottomless so that worms and other beneficial bacteria can get inside and speed up the composting process.

Fresh Air Compost Collector by Full Circle Home LLC

$30
“Wind flumes” allow for air ventilation
13-gallon capacity
Dishwasher safe

From Full Circle Home

GEOBIN by Presto

$35
Adjustable capacity
3 feet tall by 12 feet long
Mesh allows for maximum ventilation

From GEOBIN Presto

Wire Composting Bin by Panacea

$35
185-gallon capacity
Good for those just starting out

From Panacea

FreeGarden EARTH by Enviro World

$45-100
82-gallon capacity
Check with your city waste department about getting them at a reduced cost

From Enviro World

Wishing Well

$80
135-gallon capacity
Ventilation and access gates at the base

From Woodland Direct

Garden Gourmet

$75 - $82
82-gallon capacity
Snapping lid and bottom opening

From Garden Gourmet

Soil Saver Composting Bin

$100
86-gallon capacity
Design helps to retain heat

From Busch Systems

The Earth Machine Composter by Earth Machine

$109
80-gallon capacity
Stationary composter

From Earth Machine

Home Composter by EXACO Trading Co.

$120
110-gallon capacity
Door on every side

From EXACO

Wood Composting Bin by Earth Engine

$183-284
Single has 200-gallon capacity; double has 400-gallon capacity
Weather resistant cedar frame

From Earth Engine

Green Cone Digester by Solarcone

$200
58-gallon capacity
Nutrient-rich water drains through the base and into the soil

From Solarcone

The EarthMaker by EXACO Trading Co.

$241
123-gallon capacity
Heat generated draws air up keeping odor down

From EXACO

Compospin

$250
50-gallon capacity
Made from recycled products

From Planet Natural

Urban Composter

$250
71-gallon capacity
Low maintenance

From Urban Composter USA

Green Johanna by Solarcone

$285
87-gallon capacity
Base plates let worms in but not rodents
Lid can adjust airflow and temperature

From Solarcone

Backyard Composting Bin by Dura-Trel Inc.

$307
200-gallon capacity
20 year warranty

From Dura-Trel

Aerobin 400 Insulated Composter

$460.00
113-gallon capacity (also available in 160-gallon capacity)
Insulated to keep outside year round

From Aerobin

EcoBin by Fiskars

$39.99
75-gallon capacity
Mesh walls, wind proof lid, collapsible

From Fiskars

Green Culture Compost Bin by Redmon

$69.99
65-gallon capacity
Convenient lift-off lid, vent holes, 4-door access

From Redmon

Compost Tumblers

Tumblers are designed to make it easier for gardeners to turn uncomposted material. Some compost tumblers have fins that manufacturers claim will help with turning the contents.

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