SONGMICS Trash Can, 2 x 8 Gallon (2 x 30 L) Garbage Can for Kitchen, with 15 Trash Bags, 2 Compartments, Plastic Inner Buckets and Hinged Lids, Airtight, Black ULTB60BK

I waited over a year before reviewing these garbage cans because I have had nothing but bad luck with others for years, and wanted to give the most accurate review of this product. I am very pleased to say that this garbage can did more than just pass the initial "smell test!"Our family has been through many garbage cans through the years...the lid and step mechanism fails, swing or snap lids use valuable interior space and require touching, the can cracks or the finish scratches or dulls, depending upon what it's made of, and the size and shape rarely fits the limited kitchen space we have and is either too big and clunky or too small. The last one impeded into some of our walking space, and we didn't want to saw out any of our under-the-counter cabinet space to slip in the cans. The ones too narrow are a pain to pull bags from, inevitably leading to garbage on the floor. And I'll add that decent lids are important if you have young children toddling around and exploring, or pets rummaging for food, and they look more attractive and reduce odors - when they work.The size and design of this one alleviated all of these problems simultaneously, and the price was reasonable. I realize that this is a lot to say about a garbage can, but we use it constantly in our daily lives and have to look at it all the time. It can make or break the appearance and space in a kitchen, and a poorly built one can easily throw anyone into a bad mood.That said, this can is topple-proof. It's solidly built of stainless steel, yet not too heavy to move.The lid at first appears chintzy because it is black plastic, not stainless steel like the rest of the can, but I see now that it was part of the clever design. The plastic is sufficient and it doesn't reduce from the overall look, but it makes the lid lighter, reducing the strain and weight on the mechanism in the lid so that it moves freer and quicker, and it reduces the likelihood that the mechanism will snap and fail like others I've hadThe stainless steel on this can is of unusually good quality. It retains its original shine, has a smooth finish that is easy to wipe if there is a spill, and it remains dent- and scrstch-free. The can literally looks like it did when we first removed it from the box.The size and shape was perfect, plus two cans in one. We measured the space beforehand and compared. We needed the space of two cans for a very narrow space - one for garbage, and one for recycling. This was always a big problem, but no more! The cans fit squarely against the end of our cabinets without a gap, left sufficient room for the lids to open freely, and left open space to walk by them. This was a first.Each of the two sections in the can has a dark, solid, hard plastic liner, each with a strong stainless steel handle to lift them out separately. At first the handles seemed to be unnecessary and in the way, as we thought we'd just lift the bag, but we soon found the design to be a smart one. The handles on the inserts allowed us to lift the inserts out and to safely transport overly-full garbage bags to the outdoor cans while eliminating the risk of spillage. At the same time, it allowed us the benefit of the extra space due to more narrow cans. The cans hold the regular 13-gallon sized tall kitchen bags, by the way. The inserts also keep the interior of the cans very clean and the smooth inserts, themselves, don't require regular cleaning, save a defective bag or seepage from liquids poured into the trash, perhaps. The exterior of the can rarely needs cleaning or polishing to maintain its original good appearance - an occasional wipe will do. It is truly fingerprint-free as the manufacturers state.When I initially had a few questions about the can and contacted the manufacturer, I received an immediate, friendly response from one of their team members who demonstrated a willingness to accommodate me should any questions or issues arise then or later. I could tell that this company takes pride in their product and takes customer satisfaction very seriously. The company doesn't just sell cans, they are the actual manufacturers of them and say that they have actually modified their product multiple times in keeping with ideas of customers for improving their garbage cans! The cans are their craft, and they invite suggestions by their consumers in order to please. They stated that they stand behind their cans 100%, always, and will do what's needed to maintain trust. I was very impressed. Stainless steel garbage cans of this quality aren't small pocket change, running $100 to $200 a pop! This can was very reasonably priced.Thank you for a great product and your assurance of a guarantee!

Just the right size for my two bedroom apartment. I am so glad I bought these. The lids are good, lightweight and they don’t make any noise. Clean white color, easy to wipe clean and the bins are nice and sturdy. Love that I can now easily keep my trash and recycling separated at all times.

This is our favorite trash can for both recycling and everyday waste. Its sleek, modern design makes it a stylish addition to our kitchen, and we never worry about it being visible. It’s spacious enough to hold everything we need but still compact enough to not take up too much room. Perfect blend of functionality and style—couldn’t be happier with it!

I have been using this trash can for over a month now and overall I do like it. It's a great way to separate your trash and recycles into different containers without having multiple containers in your house. I ordered stickers to label each side as "Trash" or "Recycle" for guests that come over. The trash can has solid metal construction and is a bit heavy. It came packaged very well and undamaged. It was fully assembled with the exception of the pedals that you step on to open it. All I needed was a screw driver and I had it assembled in about 5 minutes. It then took me another 5 minutes to figure out whey they lids wouldn't shut all the way. When it arrives you have to remove both bins from the trash can and remove Styrofoam packing that is placed in the very bottom of the unit to protect it during shipping. Once I did this everything worked great.The first thing I noticed is that the trash bags I'd been using were now way too big. I have a Costco size pack of Tall Kitchen Trash Bag Liners that hold 13 gallons. Each bin on this is actually closer to 8 or 9 gallons I think. There was quite a big of bag left over after I stuffed it down into the empty can. I tried to tuck it around the outside of the outer bin but inside the main bin. This left quite a bit of bag bunched up in the slot where the lid is supposed to rest. I finally had to twist the bag tight on one side and king of tuck the lump of extra back in the middle of one of the sides as there is a slightly recessed section on all 4 sides of the inner bins. I also discovered you have to place the handles on the inner bins forward when you place them back into the outer bin. Not a huge deal once I figured this out.Since both the inner bins are smaller than a regular kitchen trash can you will find yourself taking the trash out more frequently than you used to. I used to take it out once a week, now it's usually 2x a week but sometimes still once. I do have to take recycles out 2-3 times a week. This is significantly better than the daily trips I used to make when I didn't have a separate can so I call it a win. When you empty the bins the handles on the inner bins are a total pain in the rear. You have to grab the handle and keep it out of the way or it catches the liner and tries to knock the can over. It just occurred to me writing this review that I should simply remove those pesky handles on the inner bins!All in all this is a good trash can. It was expensive but then they all were! It solves the issue of taking out the recycles and keeps them organized. I'd recommend it despite some of the issues I pointed out. Once you learn how to work around them it's good. I think you'd have these issues with any of this style of dual trash can.Pros:Keeps trash and recycles separate and organizedNice lookingSolid and heavyEliminates the need for more than one receptacle in the houseFits perfectly against the end of standard depth and height base kitchen cabinetsCons:The handles are not all that helpful and would likely do better to simply be removed if you use a liner.Hold less trash than a standard kitchen size canStandard kitchen bags are too big and hard to stuff into the can so the lids close correctly

I rarely do reviews but this product is definitely worth the time to review and let everyone know. Arrived in pristine condition inside a box that is so thick that I was questioning if it was cardboard. The box even has handles built into it for ease of transport. Well packed and fully protected on all sides. Not one dent on it (see photo). Beautiful craftsmanship, very sturdy, user friendly. The lid closes gently so it is very quiet. I believe the matte finish helps with the cleaning. I love the sticker options for labeling. Very cute! At first I thought it was a little pricey but then I thought about it, and I actually paid over $50 for my other garbage can which the lid used to fall apart often! With this item I get 2 bins, and it comes with a roll of bags too! Everyone that comes to my place and sees it, has commented on how nice it looks and the functionality of using one for garbage and the other one for recycling. Absolutely worth every penny! I never thought I would say this but I love my garbage can! Lol

Amazing trash bin. Looks amazing, good storage capacity and it is very sturdy as well.