OXO Good Grips Easy-Clean Compost Bin, 1.75 Gallon, Charcoal Review

Verdict: useful capacity when you already have a scrap destination

The OXO Good Grips Easy-Clean Compost Bin in 1.75-gallon Charcoal is worth considering for a kitchen that produces plenty of vegetable trimmings and has a reliable place to take them. Its main value is keeping collection convenient during food preparation. It is a food-scrap caddy, not a machine that converts scraps into compost.

This research-based review covers model 13294600 and Amazon ASIN B07ZDRTFYN. We have not tested odor control, fruit-fly exclusion, carrying comfort, or cleaning time. The larger capacity is attractive only if the bin fits your counter and you still empty it promptly.

Sources: OXO: Easy-Clean Compost Bin, 1.75 Gal, OXO UK: Charcoal Compost Bin 13294600, Amazon: OXO 1.75-gallon Charcoal Compost Bin.

Facts: the large Charcoal variant

The stated capacity is 1.75 US gallons, or 6.62 liters. OXO’s UK page identifies the Charcoal version as 13294600, matching Amazon’s model field. The US family page also includes White, so its default product photograph is not enough to verify the selected color.

OXO describes a lid that stays open for filling, a smooth interior, and a handle that folds down. Bags can be tucked inside for a neater edge, but a liner is optional. This is passive storage: there is no powered drying, grinding, or temperature-controlled processing.

Sources: OXO: Easy-Clean Compost Bin, 1.75 Gal, OXO UK: Charcoal Compost Bin 13294600, Amazon: OXO 1.75-gallon Charcoal Compost Bin.

Features: assess the whole collection routine

Our design-based assessment is that an open lid during chopping can reduce interruptions: you can place the caddy within a sensible working distance and collect scraps as you go. Check that it does not crowd your cutting area or block a cabinet. The relevant space includes hand access and the lid’s movement, not just the closed footprint.

A removable lid and smooth interior give you access for emptying and washing. A liner may make transfer cleaner, but it also introduces fit, cost, and disposal questions. If a bag sags into the container or the rim becomes messy, the theoretical neatness matters less than how easily you can reset it for the next meal.

Sources: OXO: Easy-Clean Compost Bin, 1.75 Gal, Amazon: OXO 1.75-gallon Charcoal Compost Bin.

Research: collection is only the first step

EPA describes composting as a managed process involving organic material, moisture, and air. For a backyard pile, fruit and vegetable scraps and coffee grounds are among suitable inputs; meat, dairy, grease, and compostable bags generally need a different route. Commercial or municipal rules can differ, so check your destination’s accepted-material list.

We used OXO’s two manufacturer pages and Amazon to establish the product identity and design, then EPA to separate scrap collection from composting. We did not turn promotional odor wording into a performance score. A bin that is pleasant to fill can help a habit, but it cannot fix a missing collection service or an unsuitable backyard process.

Sources: EPA: Composting at home, OXO: Easy-Clean Compost Bin, 1.75 Gal, OXO UK: Charcoal Compost Bin 13294600, Amazon: OXO 1.75-gallon Charcoal Compost Bin.

Safety and care: clean regularly and respect part-specific instructions

The lid allows oxygen to pass through; do not treat it as a sealed storage container. Keep the rim clean, close the lid when finished, and choose an emptying routine that suits the contents and conditions. If pests or odors develop, address the stored scraps and cleaning routine rather than relying on the capacity figure.

OXO’s US instructions say the body is dishwasher safe and other parts require hand-washing; the UK page describes a removable dishwasher-safe bucket. Follow the supplied part-specific directions. Avoid assuming that a lid or handle tolerates dishwasher heat. Clean spills around the bin, and keep waste handling separate from preparing ready-to-eat food.

Sources: OXO: Easy-Clean Compost Bin, 1.75 Gal, OXO UK: Charcoal Compost Bin 13294600.

Buying advice: capacity, clearance, and the receiving program

Choose this size if a smaller caddy repeatedly interrupts your preparation routine. OXO also offers a 0.75-gallon version; that may deserve a look where counter space is scarce or frequent emptying is already easy. Measure the intended location and verify current exterior dimensions, including open-lid clearance, before purchasing for a close fit.

Confirm the 1.75-gallon Charcoal option, model 13294600, seller, returns, delivery, and final total. Check any liner purchase against the receiving program’s rules. The affiliate link opens the selected Amazon listing, where prices and available variants may change.

Sources: Amazon: OXO 1.75-gallon Charcoal Compost Bin, OXO: Easy-Clean Compost Bin, 0.75 Gal, EPA: Composting at home.

Questions: bags, odors, and composting

Sources: OXO: Easy-Clean Compost Bin, 1.75 Gal, OXO UK: Charcoal Compost Bin 13294600, Amazon: OXO 1.75-gallon Charcoal Compost Bin, EPA: Composting at home.