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Brabantia or Simplehuman bin

22 replies

bilbi · 06/03/2023 21:21

It's time to replace my 30l kitchen bin.
I can't decide between Brabantia Vs Simplehuman, as would like to buy something that will last long and perform well.
Please share your experience. Many thanks!

OP posts:
evemillbank · 06/03/2023 21:22

Simple human ones are fantastic. They just don't break and stay looking like new.

alrightnowthen · 06/03/2023 21:25

I recommend the simple human one too.

Neverknowinglysensible · 06/03/2023 21:29

My simplehuman is 9 years old and looks like new. Do factor in the cost of bags though, I’ve just paid £18 for 60.

PatriciaHolm · 06/03/2023 21:31

Neverknowinglysensible · 06/03/2023 21:29

My simplehuman is 9 years old and looks like new. Do factor in the cost of bags though, I’ve just paid £18 for 60.

Agree and agree ;-)

We have this one -
www.simplehuman.co.uk/products/rectangular-liner-pocket-step-can-58l-dual-compartment?variant=32718189953129

Hagridy · 06/03/2023 21:33

I have simple human and just use normal bags from the supermarket. We only put a liner in the smaller side though as we use the other side for paper recycling.

SleepingisanArt · 06/03/2023 21:35

I have a bigger 60l Brabantia - it's been in the kitchen for over a decade (just realised 15 years!). Looks as good as new and works great. Can buy bin bags which fit it in the supermarket.

NomadicSpirit · 06/03/2023 21:40

I bought two simple human bins and returned both as they both had a defect that meant the lid didn't close fully. It seemed to be a common issue judging from the reviews. I wanted to like them, but I was disappointed and thought they were over priced.

End up with another brabantia that replaced my previous 10 year old brabantia which was still fine but I wanted a pedal bin.

userxx · 06/03/2023 21:40

My Brabantia bin is over 10 years old and still looks good.

Inca22 · 06/03/2023 21:44

I have the same SimplyHuman bin as PP and I love it. It is expensive and the bags are not cheap - but I can't express how much I love my bin. Yes. Seriously.

bossybloss · 06/03/2023 21:46

I have had a Bravantia bin for about 16 years. I think they have a lifetime guarantee.

Badger1970 · 06/03/2023 21:46

We stayed in a holiday cottage and loved the bin so much that we bought one when we got home (Simple human). I do find that their own bags just fit so much better than others so I bulk buy. It's about 5 years old and as good as the day we got it.

WedonttalkaboutMaureen · 06/03/2023 21:47

Our Brabantia bin is older than my mid teen child and still going strong.

Don't know anyone with a Simplehuman to compare sorry.

dcbc1234 · 06/03/2023 21:47

userxx · 06/03/2023 21:40

My Brabantia bin is over 10 years old and still looks good.

Same here

dcbc1234 · 06/03/2023 21:49

I love my simple human 6l bathroom bins though:
www.simplehuman.co.uk/products/small-round-step-can-plastic-6l
These have also lasted many years.

TwooTwitt · 06/03/2023 21:50

I've had both. I find the Brabantia ones (have had two) require more effort not to smell. The Simple Human one never had a lingering smell but the electric opening mechanism broke after 5 years.

Got a Brabantia one now. The one on legs. Really like it!

littlbrowndog · 06/03/2023 21:50

Brabantia since my mum bought it for me ten years ago. The top stopped working so I emailed them hoping I could get a new top to buy They sent me one for free. 😃. That was best customer service ever

pompei8309 · 06/03/2023 21:53

Brabantia Bo is the best especially if you have underfloor heating , I hate the smell of rubbish in the kitchen so small works best for me .By the time you fill a massive 60L one it will stink

ChicoryDip · 06/03/2023 21:55

I think our Brabantia bin must have been going for close to 18 years and still looks good. Have had to replace the plastic catch a couple of times but that's easy to do.

evemillbank · 07/03/2023 11:39

I also use normal binbags with my simple human bin. There's no need to buy the branded ones

NotMyFIrstTIme · 07/03/2023 17:56

I've got this SimpleHuman bin but with a black plastic lid. Bought from Asda, iirc, and cost about half the price of the one linked to, albeit nearly 6 years ago.
I must admit I love their own bags because they fit so well and are tough.

angela99999 · 17/03/2023 15:31

Definitely Simplehuman, I've had the two compartment recycling one for over 15 years and it is like new. Now I also have an identical one with just one compartment too, so I can collect all my rubbish and recycling in the two of them. Big enough to hold a week's rubbish/recycling and the lid is a good fit so it doesn't smell. Expensive but worth it, I also buy the sized bag to go in the section where I put my landfill rubbish. Obviously the recycling sections don't need bags.

Allblackeverythingalways · 17/03/2023 15:44

littlbrowndog · 06/03/2023 21:50

Brabantia since my mum bought it for me ten years ago. The top stopped working so I emailed them hoping I could get a new top to buy They sent me one for free. 😃. That was best customer service ever

Exactly the same here!
Was astounded by how good they were

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