10 Best Compost Bins UK 2021 | Blackwell, WormBox and More

Lifetime have produced a superb product compost bin here. The design has black double-walled panels which absorb and retain heat at a much higher rate than other boxes. It also has an extra-large removable lid that grants easy access, and the height and balance of the design is perfect. 

Additionally, the internal aeration bar allows for regular airflow through the contents. The design is great, the materials used are excellent, and the results are impressive, making it highly deserving of our top spot.

This large green bin might not look like anything special, but it certainly works efficiently. The circular design ensures there are no cold corners inside, which in turn ensures that the content decomposes as one. Plus, we love that there is no assembly needed. Just pop it where you like in the garden and fill it up. 

The bin comes with a remarkable 10-year warranty for complete peace of mind. For those with smaller gardens, if the 330 litre size is a little too big for your needs, Blackwell also offer a smaller 220 litre option as well. 

This beehive design is one of the nicer compost bins out there stylistically, and is certainly a good choice if you're conscious of the aesthetics of your garden. Thankfully, it's more than just looks, as it will adequately help recycle your garden and kitchen waste whilst it sits pretty. 

The bin is a generous 328 litres so would be best for average to large-sizes gardens. It also has an open-hinged roof which keeps rain out yet provides easy access when filling. Plus there is a removable panel at the bottom for compost extraction. 

This worming bin is simple to use, it can have a potted plant placed on the top for looks and it has wheels for easy manoeuvrability. It comes with three trays, which WormBox state is ideal for a 2 - 4 person household, and extra sections can be bought to add capacity - genius!

The worms need to be purchased separately, so keep that in mind if you are keen to start composting as soon as your purchase arrives. Also the worms are living creatures and need proper care and attention, so a wormery (however well designed) is a responsibility to take on board.

This dual-chamber compost bin is ideal for those that like to have a couple of composters on the go at any one time, that way you'll never run out of your compost stash. The plastic material used to build the container is resistant to extreme temperatures and won't rot or corrode. 

The access to the bin is super -easy, with two sliding doors across the top, and also ventilation pockets throughout the design. These frame-mounted large tumblers can be extremely heavy to turn once full though, so bear that in mind. 

One of the top-selling products on Amazon, this compost bin is as simple as they come. It has a stable hinged lid on the top for access, multiple ventilation holes throughout the build, and is quickly assembled thanks to a straightforward easy-click system.

People have found that when not sufficiently full the model can be a little lightweight, which makes it susceptible to blowing over in strong winds. Plus the shape of it means that cold corners can cause a slowing down of the decomposition.

This tumbling compost bin is made from lightweight polypropylene plastic. It has twin-ended access which makes it extremely easy to fill, and even easier to empty. The tumbling design, as we know, speeds up decomposition and the manufacturers stipulate that it should take between six to eight weeks for a full container to be ready to use.

The design does need tumbling every two to three days, so you'll need to be prepared to put in the effort. Be warned though, the legs are rather low, so you might have to bend down further than you anticipated to fill it up. Again this is not a design for those with bad-back issues.

If you've got a big garden, you're going to need a big bin. Luckily this piece of kit can hold up to 700 L of compost. The open construction means the container is easy to fill and has brilliant airflow, meaning a quicker turnover. 

Another factor that we liked is that the slats at the front of the composter can be removed, making for easier access to the debris when it's time to take it out. It's only this low on the list because it's unlikely most folks need such a large capacity. 

This budget-buy 260-litre polypropylene composter will fit neatly, tucked away in most gardens. It is made of recycled plastic, so will appeal to those environmentally-minded gardeners. The lid provides rain protection, ensuring your precious compost won't end up waterlogged.

However, the design will result in cold corners, so full decomposition is likely to be slower and there have been reports that the large lid is not secure enough for windy conditions.

While the rest of our products in the list are for the garden, we know some of you will be looking for something to put in the kitchen. This 4 litre number from Joseph Joseph is just that bin. Unlike other, similar products, it has ventilation holes to encourage the bacteria to get to work. 

This bin can't produce enough compost to maintain even a small garden, and would rightly be used in conjunction with a bigger container outside. Still, it saves you running outside with a handful of eggshells in the pouring rain.