8 Best Compost Tumblers for Creating Nutrient-Rich Compost from Food Scraps

BEST DUAL CHAMBER

Dual Chamber Compost Tumbler

MIRACLE-GRO

Two chambers
Takes four to six weeks to make compost
Small capacity for number of chambers

Key Specs

Material: Recycled plastic
Dimensions: 25 x 23.5 x 29.5 inches
Capacity: 18.5 gallons

If you thought Miracle-Gro’s single chamber composter was good, then you’ll think its dual chamber composter is even better. The heavy-duty composter has two compartments for your food waste, and can hold up to 18.5 gallons in total. Once it’s full, just turn the handle five to six times a day, and in four to six weeks, you’ll have rich, fertile soil to use in your garden or on your lawn.

The composter is made of recycled materials and is BPA-free, plus it has tightly locking sliding doors to prevent anything from getting in and disrupting the composting process.

BEST FOR BEGINNERS

Recycled Plastic Tumbler Composter

FCMP

Great starter composter for beginners
Makes compost relatively fast
Smaller capacity

Key Specs

Material: Recycled plastic
Dimensions: 24 x 12 x 24 inches
Capacity: 19 gallons

Composting may seem like a daunting task, but if you have the right composter, it doesn’t have to be. For those starting out on their composting journey, this compact option is a great choice. Using it is simple: all you have to do is fill it up, close the lid, and turn it five to six times a day for two to three days. Then, your compost will be ready to spread across your lawn or garden.

In addition to being especially compact, this composter is incredibly portable, and can be rolled around to fit in any empty space outside.

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