8 Practical Trash Cans For Every Type of Kitchen
Updated: Jul. 30, 2020While their purpose is pretty simple, not all kitchen trash cans are equal. We found practical picks for every style and budget.
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Automatic Open
Hands full? No problem. This trash can, recommended by our Test Kitchen staff, has a built-in infrared sensor that recognizes movement and instantly opens the lid. Sweet! Keep odors at bay with this simple trick.
Super Sleek
If you want a trash can that doesn’t, well, look like a trash can, this sleek model is for you. Elegant legs give the can an elevated look, while built-in inner buckets make sorting a breeze.
Trash + Recycling Combo
Recycling has never looked so chic. This dual-purpose trash can has built-in compartments—one for garbage and one for recyclables. Plus, it features a mini lidded compost bin for food scraps! Psst—these items are not recyclable.
Built-In Deodorizer
Give your kitchen a breath of fresh air—literally. This trash can has a built-in deodorizing feature that ensures your pesky food smells (looking at you, garlic!) don’t linger. Learn more about common home odors.
Space Saver
In a tiny kitchen, ditch the bulky trash can and opt for a streamlined version, instead. This stainless-steel beauty holds over 10 gallons and is just over 10 inches wide.
Back to Basics
When you’re looking for a budget-friendly trash can without a ton of bells and whistles, you can’t beat this simple step can. Priced at just under $15, it’s easy on the wallet yet gets the job done. Here are more products that make the most of your tiny kitchen.
Self-Sealing
When it comes to our least favorite kitchen chores, changing the trash can liner is pretty high on the list. This smart can does it for you. The touch of a button seals your current bag, then another press inserts a new one into the can.
Cool Color
If you’re looking for the most *glam* trash can on the market, this rose gold beauty is it. In addition to being pretty, we love its practical features like the built-in storage pockets and in-can liner dispenser.
CMU Unit
