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The Geobin Composting System is a low-cost, easy-solution to your yard waste problem. It replaces the unsightly pile in your backyard with an attractive, functional container. This adjustable bin will hold over 14 bushels of perfect composting ingredients. Geobin can take grass clippings and leaves and turn them into a rich soil conditioner for use in your gardens. The Geobin is easy to assemble, easy to fill, and easy to maintain. It is made of rugged, lightweight plastic that you can start using in minutes. Due to the generous number of air holes and open top, the composting process takes place very quickly. Don’t let the simple appearance fool you; this is a hard working tool that should be in every backyard.
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Most Helpful Customer Reviews
194 of 195 people found the following review helpful
By A. Hobbs
Amazon Verified Purchase
This bin won out(by a long shot) in a test of 10 different bins and tumblers,( the videos are posted on on youtube)
I found no problem with the stakes , the instructions say to start the stakes 4" below the rim and that leaves planty of staking to keep the bin in place. I'm not sure if the other reviewers had a different version of the geobin or if presto improved the system, but the stakes are not an issue anymore.they penetrate the ground atleast 6"
The bin provides the perfect 3 cubic feet of volume to achieve the optimum pressure on the pile, the ventilation is just right as well.
I have been making alot of active compost over the years.And these bins are by far the fastest and easiest to use from my experience.
For the price of a well known tumbler, that did poorly in the compost system shootout, you could buy several of these and create your own compost factory. The simple keys to quick compost are :
1)Layer the ingredients
2)A good mix of greens and browns
3)Keep the contents moist, not soggy,not dry
4)Keep your compost in the shade(the pile is heated by the breakdown activity, not the sun)
5)Turn the pile as often as possible but no more than every few days(every 2 weeks is a good start)
6)The more variety in the pile, the better the compost
These bins are worth the money, you simply can not beat home made compost.The bags of compost in the big box stores is good for adding organic material to the soil but is most often lifeless, never expect compost that has been sitting in the sun, on a pallet, in a sealed bag to have any chance of adding active life to your soil...it has been cooked sterile before you even buy it.
I found no problem with the stakes , the instructions say to start the stakes 4" below the rim and that leaves planty of staking to keep the bin in place. I'm not sure if the other reviewers had a different version of the geobin or if presto improved the system, but the stakes are not an issue anymore.they penetrate the ground atleast 6"
The bin provides the perfect 3 cubic feet of volume to achieve the optimum pressure on the pile, the ventilation is just right as well.
I have been making alot of active compost over the years.And these bins are by far the fastest and easiest to use from my experience.
For the price of a well known tumbler, that did poorly in the compost system shootout, you could buy several of these and create your own compost factory. The simple keys to quick compost are :
1)Layer the ingredients
2)A good mix of greens and browns
3)Keep the contents moist, not soggy,not dry
4)Keep your compost in the shade(the pile is heated by the breakdown activity, not the sun)
5)Turn the pile as often as possible but no more than every few days(every 2 weeks is a good start)
6)The more variety in the pile, the better the compost
These bins are worth the money, you simply can not beat home made compost.The bags of compost in the big box stores is good for adding organic material to the soil but is most often lifeless, never expect compost that has been sitting in the sun, on a pallet, in a sealed bag to have any chance of adding active life to your soil...it has been cooked sterile before you even buy it.
144 of 146 people found the following review helpful
I have a couple of these. I think I paid ~ $10 a piece for mine, but I bought them a couple of years ago and I didn't buy them through Amazon. Anyway, these work great and last. Mine have held up.
I periodically turn the whole pile by lifting the bin up, off of the pile and setting the bin back down next to it. Then I fork/shovel (depending on how composted everything is getting) the pile into the bin again and what was on top is now on the bottom and vice versa. Very simple.
I periodically turn the whole pile by lifting the bin up, off of the pile and setting the bin back down next to it. Then I fork/shovel (depending on how composted everything is getting) the pile into the bin again and what was on top is now on the bottom and vice versa. Very simple.
102 of 103 people found the following review helpful
This composter gets a bad rap from people who don't seem to understand materials and others who don't read directions carefully. It is all plastic, including the stakes and bolts. It also requires that you CAREFULLY read the directions. Here's how to make it work as advertised:
1)all nuts and bolts must be HAND tightened only; no tools allowed! Pliers and socket sets will strip the threads of the bolts. They are made of nylon, not steel.
2) the instructions tell you to thread the stakes through the slot 4" below the top. Everyone who complains that there is only an inch of stake left to go into the ground threaded them through the top slot. Probably, the manufacturer should eliminate the top and bottom slots so people won't be confused. If it says to start 4" below the top of the bin, don't start 2" below the top. Following the directions leaves you with 6" of stake to drive into the ground: plenty.
3) Recognize your materials: plastic stakes cannot be beaten with a steel hammer. They also cannot penetrate hard-caked ground, roots or stones. I TAPPED my rods in with a rubber hammer, but using a small piece of wood between the hammer and the stake would help if you have no alternative. Also, when you hit and obstruction and the stake refuses to go further, pull it up and move over 2" (not 4") and try again. If you must Dominate the Dirt, pick up 4 sharpened and hardened steel rods and a small sledge hammer. A more time-consuming alternative may be required in some settings: get a pick and dig out 4 holes 6" deep at the correct spots; place the bin and stakes, then fill the holes around the stakes and tamp down. This will not resist a strong blow of the wind for a couple of weeks, but will settle in eventually. Try the tap-and-retry method for most applications.
No I do not work for Geobin; I just hate to see a good product get an undeserved down-rating.
I found that gentle treatment of the plastics resulted in a stable and functional composter for $30. BTW, you can coil the walls before inserting the bolts and stakes and make the whole thing smaller; which suits my 2-person household better than the 30" fully uncoiled version.
As always, using your head instead of your biceps makes the world go 'round.
1)all nuts and bolts must be HAND tightened only; no tools allowed! Pliers and socket sets will strip the threads of the bolts. They are made of nylon, not steel.
2) the instructions tell you to thread the stakes through the slot 4" below the top. Everyone who complains that there is only an inch of stake left to go into the ground threaded them through the top slot. Probably, the manufacturer should eliminate the top and bottom slots so people won't be confused. If it says to start 4" below the top of the bin, don't start 2" below the top. Following the directions leaves you with 6" of stake to drive into the ground: plenty.
3) Recognize your materials: plastic stakes cannot be beaten with a steel hammer. They also cannot penetrate hard-caked ground, roots or stones. I TAPPED my rods in with a rubber hammer, but using a small piece of wood between the hammer and the stake would help if you have no alternative. Also, when you hit and obstruction and the stake refuses to go further, pull it up and move over 2" (not 4") and try again. If you must Dominate the Dirt, pick up 4 sharpened and hardened steel rods and a small sledge hammer. A more time-consuming alternative may be required in some settings: get a pick and dig out 4 holes 6" deep at the correct spots; place the bin and stakes, then fill the holes around the stakes and tamp down. This will not resist a strong blow of the wind for a couple of weeks, but will settle in eventually. Try the tap-and-retry method for most applications.
No I do not work for Geobin; I just hate to see a good product get an undeserved down-rating.
I found that gentle treatment of the plastics resulted in a stable and functional composter for $30. BTW, you can coil the walls before inserting the bolts and stakes and make the whole thing smaller; which suits my 2-person household better than the 30" fully uncoiled version.
As always, using your head instead of your biceps makes the world go 'round.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
4.0 out of 5 stars
Does what it needs to
A little hard to clip together, but holds its shape once it does. The plastic stakes are worthless, but you don't need them once it has some stuff in it. Read more
Published 14 hours ago by dragonstrove
4.0 out of 5 stars
Pretty Good Thus Far
The image makes it look like it's easy to build a circle, it's not. The rods that are supplied should be longer, wind has knocked over ours several times at first when it wasn't... Read more
Published 11 days ago by Jason Koscinski
5.0 out of 5 stars
Easy installation
For the money, the Geobin is the best composter I've ever owned. It is easy to assemble and because it has no moving parts, I'm sure it will last for a very long time.
Published 13 days ago by Andrew K. Nieto
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great, inexpensive and simple
We bought this bin because it was easier than buying a trash can and drilling holes in it, and less expensive than a "real" compost bin. It's simple. Read more
Published 18 days ago by R. ODonnell
4.0 out of 5 stars
Free tips for successful compost.
I have had one of these bins for several years and I have some tips on using it. First, when you fill it, don't fill it to the top. Read more
Published 18 days ago by d1hamby
3.0 out of 5 stars
ITs okay
I did not have the problem others mentioned about the stakes, BUT then again I did not have any stakes in my box, so I did not have to use them. Read more
Published 20 days ago by Paul Oak
5.0 out of 5 stars
It's a good size - decorated it with some plastic flowers
No kidding - it's sort of ugly in the back yard, but a few flowers prettied it up. It like it. Easy to stir the compost up with a long fork. Read more
Published 23 days ago by R. Horton
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great compost bin
I have purchased two of these bins. One for household compost/garbage and one for chicken shavings and manure compost. These bins are an excellent value for the price. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Ellie at Round Pond
5.0 out of 5 stars
perfect
We have used an similar type before, These are so good at composting what ever you put in them, turns to usable material. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Michael Hutchins
5.0 out of 5 stars
Presto Products Composting System-GKL0951-6
I did a lot of research before choosing this product. It is sturdy, easy to put up and is everything I need for making my compost. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Nana
