Key Takeaways
- FoodCycler® is a garbage disposal alternative that diverts food waste from landfills.
- Most of the food waste from a garbage disposal is sent to a wastewater treatment plant for processing, and then the leftover sludge is often sent to a landfill.
- FoodCycler can process nearly all types of food waste.
- Garbage disposals can only process soft food scraps.
- On average, 2-5 gallons of water are used every time a garbage disposal is run.
- FoodCycler doesn’t require water and uses very little electricity.
Our electric food waste recycler is a premium kitchen appliance that makes at-home food waste management an effortless affair. No garbage disposal can beat the FoodCycler!
Here’s why.
| Food Recyclers | Garbage Disposals |
| More affordable | Far more expensive |
| No installation | Requires installation |
| No plumbing or repairs | Easily damaged or clogged, leading to repair costs |
| Doesn’t use water | Uses 2-5 gallons of water on average, every time they’re ran |
| Easy to clean & the bucket is dishwasher-safe | Harder to clean |
| The FoodCycler by-product can be recycled for gardening applications, rather than organic scraps (garbage) that are sent to landfills. |
Sends food scraps to wastewater treatment plants for processing, where leftovers can often be sent to landfills. |
1. The Cost
If you’re seeking a cost-effective garbage disposal alternative, FoodCycler is for you.
Garbage Disposal Cost:
- The upfront cost can range from hundreds to thousands, depending on the model.
- On average, it costs roughly $500 to get a garbage disposal installed.
- The installation cost can be significantly higher if you need new plumbing and/or wiring.
- On average, garbage disposals use 2-5 gallons of water every time they’re run.
- Garbage disposals are notorious for getting clogged, and many food scraps can damage them.
FoodCycler Cost:
- The upfront cost of our premium garbage disposal alternative is comparable to a low-end food waste disposal.
- FoodCycler doesn’t require an installation. Put it on your counter or store it in a cabinet and plug it in.
- FoodCycler doesn’t modify your plumbing or wiring, which is great for those renting or living in an apartment.
- FoodCycler doesn’t use water.
- FoodCycler only uses 0.8-1.5 kWh of electricity per cycle, which is around the same amount as running a desktop computer for the same amount of time.
- FoodCycler can handle almost all types of food waste. It’s very unlikely to get damaged as long as you feed it properly.
The Verdict: No garbage disposal can compare with the FoodCycler’s overall value.
2. The Maintenance
FoodCycler is a low-maintenance garbage disposal alternative. Set it and forget it!
Garbage Disposal Maintenance:
- Garbage disposals need to be cleaned regularly to prevent odors.
- Garbage disposals are prone to getting clogged and breaking.
- Garbage disposals usually need to be fixed or repaired by a professional.
FoodCycler Maintenance:
- Removing debris from the filter takes seconds.
- The FoodCycler bucket can be washed in a dishwasher or cleaned with soap and water.
The Verdict: FoodCycler offers effortless maintenance.
3. The Environmental Impact
FoodCycler is an easy way to reduce your carbon footprint. Our garbage disposal alternative is a solution to landfilled food waste that accounts for 8-10% of global greenhouse gas emissions.
Garbage Disposal Environmental Impact:
- A food waste disposal sends food scraps to a wastewater treatment plant for processing. The leftover sludge can often be sent to a landfill.
- Garbage disposals use a significant amount of water.
FoodCycler Environmental Impact:
- FoodCycler transforms food waste into a dry by-product called Foodilizer™.
- Foodilizer is significantly easier on landfills and can be used as a nutrient-rich soil amendment for gardening.
- FoodCycler uses no water and very little electricity.
The Verdict: No garbage disposal can compare to the FoodCycler’s environmental benefits.
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