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Eco 5 Clean-Up Pack
The Kitchen Food Waste Recycling Machine
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The FoodCycler® Eco 5 is a premium food waste recycler machine for home use. Double your kitchen’s capacity, and upgrade with our limited bundle offer that makes managing food waste easier, cleaner, and better for the planet.
In this bundle, you get:
- 1 x FoodCycler Eco 5, bucket, refillable filter, and carbon pack
- 1 x extra Eco 5 bucket and InfinityBrush™
Eco 5 Clean-Up Pack
Sale price
$679.99 CAD
Regular price
$718.00 CAD
Quantity:
- +3 people
- 5L Bucket Capacity
- Vortech™ Grinding Technology
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Eco 5 Clean-Up Pack
Sale price
$679.99 CAD
Regular price
$718.00 CAD
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A look at FoodCycler in real homes
Turning kitchen scraps into Foodilizer
Eco 5 review from a customer
Things to know about your Eco 5
It's roomy, it's refined, it handles more.
Specifications
What makes the Eco 5 special?
Perfect for 4+ people, or smaller families with lots of food waste.
- Refillable filter
- Cycle time: 4-9 hours
- Vortech™ grinding system
- Uses just 1.5 kWh per cycle
How it works
1. Add your scraps
Add leftovers, shells, peels & more into the 5L bucket.
2. Press start
Let Vortech® grind and dry waste in 4-9 hours.
3. Feed the earth
Your result is nutrient-rich Foodilizer®, perfect for plants.
What can I put in it?
What food scraps to feed your kitchen countertop food recycler
Suitable: Veggie & fruit scraps, meat, fish & poultry, poultry & fish bones, coffee grounds & tea leaves, beans, seeds & legumes, eggs & eggshells, and shellfish.
In small amounts: Sauces, dressings & gravies, dairy products, jellies, jams & puddings, starches, pork & lamb bones, and hard pits.
Cut up prior: Paper towel & tissue, corn cobs & husks, whole vegetables, and fibrous plants.
Not recommended: Cardboard, oils & fats, candy & gum, most compostable plastics, and beef bones.
Suitable
- Veggie & fruit scraps
- Meat, fish, poultry
- Poultry & fish bones
- Coffee grounds & tea leaves
- Beans, seeds, & legumes
- Eggs & eggshells
- Shellfish, including shells
In small amounts
- Sauces, dressings, & gravies
- Dairy products
- Jellies, jams, & puddings
- Starches, including bread, rice, and cake
- Pork & lamb bones
- Hard pits, including peach, apricot, lychee & mango
Cut up prior
- Paper towel & tissue
- Corn cobs & husks
- Whole vegetables
- Fibrous plants, including celery, asparagus, and parsley
Not recommended
- Cardboard
- Oils & fats
- Candy & gum
- Most compostable plastics
- Beef bones
Using your Foodilizer
Put Your Foodilizer to Good Use
Your FoodCycler food waste recycling machine creates Foodilizer, a by-product full of potential. Here’s how to put it to good use or dispose of it responsibly.
Keep it green
Add it to your green bin or compost haul. Your current trash hauler can pick it up and utilize it.
Feed the Garden
Using the Foodilizer as a soil amendment in a garden can increase the yield by as much as 340%.
Give it to Others
Donate your Foodilizer to local farmers, community gardens, or garden centers.
Add it to your Compost
Mix your Foodilizer with compost to improve microbial activity and nutrient retention.
Warranty details
Your Eco 5 is backed by the best warranty on the market
The FoodCycler Eco 5 food waste recycling machine is protected by a Standard 3-Year Manufacturer's Warranty from the date of delivery, as confirmed by the shipment email. This warranty covers manufacturer defects. It does not cover malfunctions caused by user error, including improper use or treatment beyond the guidelines in the Eco 5 User Manual.
Need a smaller size?
Check out the Eco 3 bundle offer for families with 1-3 members or those with less food waste.
Eco 3+ Bucket & Brush Pack Add-on
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In addition to your Eco 3 unit, this add-on includes:
- 1 x Extra Eco 3 bucket (rotate between cycles)
- 1 x InfinityBrush™ (clean with ease and precision)
- 1-3 people
- 3.5L Bucket Capacity
- Vortech™ Grinding Technology
Why FoodCycler is Easier
FoodCycler
- One button
- No additives
- Removable bucket
- 2 sizes
- Modern recycling
Others
- Complicated
- Additives
- Fixed
- Bulky
- Composting
Brands [that] create eco-friendly kitchen gadgets tackle what is easily the most preventable source of household waste: food waste. The FoodCycler Eco 5 is a fantastic example.
Over the past nine months, my FoodCycler has become part of my kitchen routine.
While the investment is steep, cottage owners should put it on their wish list because it stores scraps and fits on your countertop without attracting furry neighbours.
Reduce food waste while creating plant food for your garden with this compact, quiet and easy-to-use gadget — it’s worth the price!
Frequently asked questions
Will the Eco 5 attract pests (flies, rodents, etc.) the way a compost bin or trash can might?
No, our kitchen countertop/cabinet food recycler is thoughtfully designed with carbon filters that eliminate odors. Enjoy a pleasant, pest-free household!
How does the Eco 5 help reduce or eliminate bad odors?
The carbon filters in this food waste recycling machine trap and absorb odor-causing molecules in your food before they hit the air.
Can using the Eco 5 reduce the volume of trash/frequency of garbage trips?
Absolutely! The Eco 5 reduces waste volume by up to 90%. That means your waste bin won’t be packed to the brim by the time garbage day rolls around.
Does Eco 5 really help with reducing greenhouse gases?
Yes, using the Eco 5 reduces the amount of food waste that decomposes in landfills and produces greenhouse gases. It’s a local solution to a global problem, empowering you to take ownership of individual food waste at home.
How much waste can it handle?
The Eco 5 food waste recycling machine can handle up to 5 liters of food waste in a single cycle.
Which FoodCycler is right for my household?
The Eco 3 is best for households with 1 to 3 people, while the Eco 5 is perfect for households with 4+ people.
How often do I need to replace the activated charcoal in my refillable filter?
On average, you’ll want to replace and refill the charcoal in your filter every three or four months, depending on how much you use your kitchen recycler and what you put in it.
If you’re noticing smells before the three-month mark, fill it with new charcoal.
How much electricity does the Eco 5 food waste recycling machine use?
Each cycle uses about 1.5 kWh per cycle, which is roughly equivalent to running a desktop computer for the same period of time. Depending on where you live, that shouldn’t cost you more than a couple of cents per cycle.
How long does it take to run a cycle?
The time needed depends on the amount of food waste being processed, the density of the food waste, and the moisture levels contained in each. The typical Eco 5 cycle takes between 4-9 hours.
How easy is it to clean my Eco 5 bucket?
If the blades in your food waste recycling machine are not restricted by debris, you can simply keep adding your scraps and running cycles as usual. If there is dried waste stuck to the side of the bucket, soak it in warm soapy water or put the bucket in the dishwasher.
Where can I place my food recycling machine?
Add your food waste recycler to your kitchen countertop, inside a cabinet, or anywhere that is convenient for you and has an outlet. You can always move the bucket closer to your workspace for food scrap collection.
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