Where Can I Buy a Garbage Can That Fits My Cabinet Wastebasket

people's choice Updated Nov. 24, 2021

The Best Kitchen Trash Cans on Amazon, According to Hyperenthusiastic Reviewers

A trash can might not be as exciting as, say, an air fryer or stand mixer, but it's still an integral part of your kitchen. And while we've written about lots of trash cans before — including the overall best trash cans, stylish trash cans, and kitchen trash cans, according to chefs — here, we've rounded up the best kitchen trash cans, as praised by the most enthusiastic reviewers on Amazon.

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Over 35,000 reviewers give this stainless-steel trash can five stars. It's activated by a motion sensor, which lots of reviewers say is much more convenient (and sanitary) than foot-pedal trash cans. "This sounds so silly, but this trash can has changed my life … it literally has saved my hands from germs," writes one. Reviewers also appreciate its value compared to other automatic trash cans, like one who calls this the "best $60" she ever spent, and says "nothing else will improve your life so drastically for such a low price." Others call out its attractive appearance, too. "The sleek design paired with the electric opening and the fact that I no longer feel the need to hide my garbage can makes life so much nicer," writes a third reviewer. And while many reviewers appreciate that one set of batteries can power the can for up to a year, iTouchless also sells an accompanying ($20) power cord for those who prefer the consistency of a plug-in.

Reviewers looking to keep things simple and affordable seem very satisfied with this ten-gallon Umbra trash can. It's slightly smaller than our 13-gallon best-rated pick, but many reviewers say its size is more than sufficient for a standard kitchen. "I was a little worried it would be TOO small but it definitely wasn't," writes one reviewer, adding, "It's the perfect size and fits very nicely in our kitchen area." Many add that its small footprint makes this trash can a good choice if space is limited, and four specifically mention buying it for their studio apartments. The "swing top" opening also received praise for its ease of use, durability, and odor control — one happy reviewer promises that it "keeps smells in the garbage (and not out)."

The convenience of an open-top trash can is sometimes outweighed by the odor factor, but this iTouchless trash can has two replaceable odor filters. One enthusiastic reviewer say those filters actually "work wonderfully." They add, "I wanted a trash can without a lid because the lids always get stuff on them, and keeping them clean is very time consuming." Another reviewer says that this model is "without a doubt the best kitchen trash can I have ever purchased. We have never noticed any odors from our trash using this can." Pets can also pose problems for open-top trash cans, but a third reviewer says the deodorizer is so effective that their dog "doesn't even realize there're goodies staring him in the face just waiting to be devoured!"

Many pet parents buy this kitchen trash can specifically for its lid that locks, which they say keeps pets from making a mess. One cat owner writes, "Everything is still in one piece, even after numerous times of our cats tipping the entire thing over. And (as long as we remember to lock it when we go to bed and when we leave for the day in the mornings) everything stays inside the trash can when my mischievous cat knocks it over. Simply tip it back up and continue on with my day." According to several dog owners, the mechanism is secure enough to thwart even the most curious pups. One such reviewer writes, "My dogs always dig in the trash while I am at work. Today we had old leftovers in the trash, and when we came home, the lid was still locked even though those dogs tried as hard as they could to get to the source of the smell." A third reviewer calls the trash can "pitbull proof" and says, "This garbage can is different than others because the latch lock is much stronger. My dog hasn't managed to open this one since I took it out a few months ago! I'm a happy camper. This can is definitely worth paying extra for since it actually gets the job done."

This AC-powered trash can is also activated by a motion sensor, but unlike our best-rated pick, doesn't have a battery-powered option. For many reviewers, however, that's a positive: "I love that it plugs in so I don't have to change batteries," writes one five-star reviewer. "And when my youngest child is in the kitchen with me, pulling himself along every surface, I can unplug it so the lid doesn't open for him. I can throw things away without touching a lid and spreading stickiness and/or germs to yet another surface. The odor neutralizer it came with definitely helps keep the garbage smell at bay as well." Dozens of reviewers agree that, since it can be plugged into an outlet, it's much easier to use than other battery-powered models. "Great, silent automatic trash can allows you to take out the trash without touching the dirty surface of the lid," another writes. "This one specifically allows you to enjoy these perks without dealing with changing and buying the batteries each couple of weeks."

This stainless-steel step trash can from Amazon Basics doesn't come with any bells or whistles (aside from a soft-closing lid and removable liner), but reviewers are still impressed with its design. "I don't know how I ever lived without this trash can," begins one reviewer, who until they found this one used to "struggle with the idea of having a trash can out in the open." This can not only looks nice, they write, "but keeps the trash smell hidden until opened and is quiet in operation." In short: "It looks nice and works perfectly." Others note that it actually holds up to 13 gallons, unlike other supposed 13-gallon trash cans they've used in the past, allowing them to take the trash out less often. "It actually holds much more than our cylinder-shaped can did," one such reviewer writes. "I don't know how much someone can say about liking a trash can, so I'll quit here and just say: Buy it, you won't be disappointed!"

"I'm not saying a beam of light permeated the kitchen as trumpets beckoned a new era of sanitation satisfaction, but it sure as hell did in my head," writes one reviewer after using this trash can for the week. They are especially impressed by how much it can hold: "It handled a whole week's worth of trash and recycling while we're home on quarantine." That's due to the 20-gallon capacity, making it the largest can on our list. For some reviewers, that means "it takes longer for it to fill up, so you don't have to take out the trash as often," but another with a big family appreciates that "This holds the biggest trash bags around and we're not wasting time or bags by having to empty a bag that's only 3/4 full because the can can't hold anything more." Another reviewer sums up the appeal by calling it "the best functional 'huge' trash can money can buy. The design is clean and sleek. The foot stepper works great and the trash can bag holder is the best. The odor resistance is the icing on the cake."

Over 19,000 purchasers give this trash can a five-star rating, noting its large size, attractive finish, and "smooth" open-close mechanism of the lid. As one describes, "The foot pedal and the motion of the lid is very smooth. No noise comes from it at all." Many highlight the "odor control" feature: a latch on the underside of the lid that holds replaceable bags of activated charcoal. "The odor control is out of this world," enthuses one reviewer. "We put stinky diapers in it when the Diaper Genie is full and you can't smell a thing." Purchasers also appreciate how full-featured it is, especially for the price, noting design elements such as the "smudge proof" finish, internal container, and lid that that "can stay up on its own." As one puts it, "My family is in love with this trash can. We have used other brands before, but this is it for us."

This stylish step trash can from Simplehuman features a stainless-steel finish and a handy pocket for storing trash bags, both of which dozens of reviewers say are major selling points. "I have literally never felt this way about a trash can before. Every time I use it I can't help but exclaim (out loud), 'I LOVE this trash can,'" confesses one reviewer. They go on to call it "sleek," "fingerprint-proof," and "roomy but not bulky." Another five-star reviewer, who "never thought I could LOVE a trash can," agrees. "The pocket for the trash bags is an excellent idea to keep them stored out of sight and for easy access," they write, adding that the trash can itself is "elegant," "sleek," and "compliments stainless steel appliances." While it's one of the pricier options on this list, reviewers insist that it's well worth the price. As one explains, "I really debated about [the price] but took a chance as it has all the qualities I was looking for and just couldn't find – easy to clean, minimizes odors with fully closing lid, big enough without being too big. Lo and behold, I got the thing and it simply rocks! … I'd buy another one of these without hesitation."

Feelings toward this garbage can — which several reviewers have owned for close to ten years (and which comes with a ten-year warranty) — are intense: "Perhaps my darkest secret is the fact that I paid this much for a garbage can," confesses one reviewer, who says it's "absolutely amazing … a smooth operator that puts my old Rubbermaid to shame." Another reviewer who's owned theirs for four years reports that it's "still going strong." They were using a knockoff version before this one, "but the mechanics of the lid opening were not as durable. While it seems crazy to spend this much on a trash can, when you consider how often you use a trash can, it makes a difference to everyday life," they write. And another appreciates its thoughtful, well-crafted design elements: "The plastic cans come out very easily, and make taking the trash out smooth."

At just 11.6 inches deep, this dual-compartment trash can is the slimmest of the dual-compartment options on this list, making it "perfect" for small spaces, reviewers say. "There is not enough room in my kitchen for a separate trash can and recycling bin, so this combo unit works and fits nicely in the small space I have available," one such reviewer writes. "The soft-close lid functions perfectly and the band that secures the trash bag holds it in place nicely." Another reviewer, who purchased it for their "small Airbnb," says it "fits perfectly," adding that it makes recycling so easy they believe even recycling "skeptics" will have no problem using it.

This dual kitchen trash can and recycling bin, unlike the above, has two different lids — one for each side — and reviewers really appreciate that. One even calls it, "My favorite feature, which I can't even find on any similar Simplehuman model." They note, "While this MIGHT be an issue later due to more moving parts, right now the separate compartment doors means not having to smell the garbage when accessing the recycling." And though there's not a ton of reviews that speak to the longevity of the mechanism, it does work well: "The step function is smooth, no issues or noises there," one reviewer writes. The bins are also described as easy to move and easy to refill — or dump out. One says "I haven't had any trouble getting trash bags in or out of this trash can or any trouble with the trash bag falling in." Bonus: You can just "use the regular 13-gallon white trash bags found at any grocery store," unlike the Simplehuman cans that require special bags.

As with the dual-compartment trash cans above, reviewers appreciate the functionality of this smaller setup. The key difference between the four, however, is that this can is a pull-out trash can meant for your cabinet. "This is a perfect solution to hiding your trash can," writes one reviewer. He doesn't recommend it for a big family because "it will fill up quickly," but says for everyone else, it's great. Another reviewer even thinks "this is the best thing I ever invested [in]. Every time I need to put something in the trash or recycle, I feel happy I get to use it."

Reviewers also appreciate the space-saving profile of this static in-cabinet trash can. One woman, who tossed her larger can for this one, likes how it hangs over the door under her sink. "Being close to the sink, I no longer have to carry dripping intents across the room to the trash," she writes. (She may have meant to say dripping contents. Either way, she no longer has to carry them as far.) Many reviewers say they were initially skeptical about how much trash would fit in this can, but one woman says her household of three "fill[s] up a bag about every five days—and there is still a little bit of room to spare when we pull it out, so no overflowing." And another reviewer appreciates that how its smaller size "forces us to take the trash out more often." It's a benefit because "we don't want food sitting there rotting [its] way to Stinkyville while we wait until the bag fills."

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The Best Kitchen Trash Cans, According to Amazon Reviews

Where Can I Buy a Garbage Can That Fits My Cabinet Wastebasket

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