I visited The Hotbin stand at the Chelsea Flower Show and I was reminded that I needed more wood chippings as my very busy worms were not altogether happy with a rather boggy compost they were living... See more
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Great help and advice from the team at the Chelsea Flower show and purchased one when we got home. Delivered quickly, set up following the instructions and we are away, temps up in the green zone and... See more
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The HotBin was received quickly, though confusingly in two packages - the plinth first and the actual HotBin the next day. We have followed the guidance and are pleased with the result so far. Afte... See more
So far so good but too early to tell about results yet. The purchasing process was simple and delivery was very prompt with lots of helpful updates on progress of shipping. The instructions w... See more
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HOTBIN is passionate about composting and getting more people to do it! With the HOTBIN range of hot composters more types of waste can be recycled more quickly into rich, peat-free compost. Reaching 40-60c, HOTBIN uses hot composting methods to help to recycle more types of home and garden waste into compost and reduce the amount of waste sent to landfill. No turning or tumbling required. Designed and made in the UK.
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- At HOTBIN, our promise is simple: if you have enough waste, there is no reason you cannot successfully hot compost with HOTBIN. We’re not just selling you a bin, we’re here to help you turn food and garden waste into rich, usable compost, confidently and consistently. Our dedicated customer support line is available 5 days a week, ready to guide you through every stage, from first setup and getting the temperature up, to troubleshooting and fine-tuning your routine. Whether you’re a complete beginner or an experienced composter, we’ll support you with clear, practical advice until you are satisfied you are up and running. If you ever feel stuck, unsure, or just want reassurance that you’re on the right track, please call our free phone number 0808 168 8499. With HOTBIN, you’re not on your own we’re here to help.
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- 08081688499
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- www.hotbincomposting.com
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Very happy with my new hot bin
Very happy with my new hot bin. Service was excellen.
February 27, 2026
Reply from HOTBIN Composting
Thank you for your review.
We are delighted to hear of your positive purchasing experience.
Happy HOTBIN Composting
The HOTBIN Team
This is our 2nd Hotbin
This is our 2nd Hotbin, it’s so easy to dispose of food waste & before you know it the compost is ready to use!
February 20, 2026
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Thank you for your review.
Wow your second HOTBIN, that's fantastic to hear. Glad you are a very happy HOTBIN Composter.
The HOTBIN Team
I've had a Hotbin for a few years now
I've had a Hotbin for a few years now, I bought it at the Chelsea flower show
Its been very good at composting, in fact too good, I have lots of compost and nowhere to use it
We can literaly throw anything organic in there and it will rot away
Its very simple to use and takes up very little room
February 20, 2026
Reply from HOTBIN Composting
Brilliant review thanks, and love that you picked your HOTBIN up at the Chelsea Flower Show - the HOTBIN Team at the events we attend are great to talk to about all things composting!
We had to smile at “TOO GOOD”… that’s a very nice problem to have. If you’ve got compost coming out faster than you can use it, you'll have to start bagging it up for family members or share a few bags with neighbours/allotment friends.
Really pleased to hear how simple you have found it to use, how little space it takes up, and that it’s been happily munching through all your organic waste for the last couple of years. Happy HOTBIN composting!
Reply from HOTBIN Composting
Delighted to hear delivery was prompt and the instructions were clear. Happy hot composting!
Very easy to set up
Very easy to set up, got it up to temperature nice and quickly! Recommend using a remote Sonoff thermometer instead of relying on the one on the lid. You can then track the internal temp instead of opening lid!
February 16, 2026
Reply from HOTBIN Composting
Thanks for the great review, brilliant to hear you got up to temperature quickly and found things easy to set up! Thanks for the top tip on monitoring without lifting the lid using the Sonoff thermometer. Have fun tracking the temperature!
All delivered ok
All delivered ok, though the bag of wood chips was delayed. Otherwise clear instructions and now up to 40°!
February 12, 2026
Reply from HOTBIN Composting
Thanks for the review and sorry the woodchip arrived a bit later than the rest, that happens sometimes. Great to hear everything else was clear and you’re already cooking away at 40°C. Good work!
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Thank you for your review.
We are delighted to hear that your purchasing experience was efficient.
Happy HOTBIN Composting
The HOTBIN Team
Easy to order what I wanted and…
Easy to order what I wanted and delivery was super quick
February 9, 2026
Reply from HOTBIN Composting
Thank you for your review.
We are delighted to hear that your purchasing experience was simple and quick.
Happy HOTBIN Composting
The HOTBIN Team
Work well but only until trashed by squirrels…
Work well but only until the squirrels find them. I have 2 with massive holes in sides and top. Won't buy again until you do a version with a wire mesh outside.
April 4, 2025
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Reply from HOTBIN Composting
Thank you for sharing your experience. We’re sorry to hear that squirrels managed to damage your HOTBIN. They can be surprisingly persistent, and we understand how frustrating it is to have a product compromised.
Your suggestion about adding an outer wire mesh is extremely helpful. Feedback helps our product development, and we’ve passed your comments to our design team.
If you have not done so already, please contact our customer support team (0808 168 8499 or help@hotbincomposting.com) who would like to take a closer look at what has happened and see what they can do to help.
The HOTBIN Team
Early days with high hopes.
I’ve not had time to get the hot bin up to temperature yet, but I like the way that it’s made, and I have high hopes that soon we’ll get some good compost from our food waste.
We live in a very windy area and we do need to strap it down, however it still seems quite robust enough to stand the winds once it has some weight in it.
I’m looking forward to seeing how it works once we can get it up and running.
January 28, 2026
Reply from HOTBIN Composting
Thank you for your feedback.
We’re glad to hear you’re happy with the quality, and it’s great that you’re feeling optimistic about the compost you’ll get once the HPTBIN is fully up to temperature.
Although the HOTBIN Is lightweight when delivered, it will feel much more stable once there’s some weight inside and the wind should not be a problem.
We hope it performs just as you’re expecting once it’s up and running and wish you happy HOTBIN composting.
The HOTBIN Team
I woud have place 5 stars but for a…
I woud have place 5 stars but for a slight mistake with my order, but I do believe they are a brilliant company and very helpful.
January 26, 2026
Reply from HOTBIN Composting
Thanks so much for the kind words - apologies for the little mistake with your order. We really appreciate the honest review, and we’re glad the team could get things sorted for you. If you ever need anything else do get in touch.
It was easy to order
It was easy to order, communicator delivery was great. I haven’t actually unpacked it- life and weather have gotten in the way….
January 19, 2026
Reply from HOTBIN Composting
Great to hear you found ordering was easy and delivery updates were spot on. No rush, HOTBIN will be ready when you are (i have everything crossed that the soggy/cold whether starts to improved).
If you want a quick “Getting started read” visit the HOTBIN website and click the Support > Get Composting link.
A satisfying, sustainable and fast way to get your compost.
I find making my own compost extremely satisfying and the Hotbin makes it easy to do and much faster than traditional methods. I am happy to be putting much of my food waste and garden clippings to good use. I recommend a Hotbin!
January 20, 2026
Reply from HOTBIN Composting
Thanks for the lovely review! We’re chuffed to hear you’re enjoying that satisfying “food to fertiliser” moment and that HOTBIN is helping you turn food waste and clippings into compost faster (and with less faff) than traditional heaps. Happy hot composting!
Wood chip quite expensive to buy..Hard…
Wood chip quite expensive to buy..Hard to fasten the door tightly.
Compost good enough for garden mulch but not for potting.
January 19, 2026
Reply from HOTBIN Composting
Thanks for the honest feedback and glad to hear you’re getting useful compost for the garden.
On woodchip: totally hear you. If buying it’s pricey, many customers add their own cut up prunings and have luck sourcing woodchip cheaper/free from local tree surgeons, garden services, or community compost sites. Mixing in (ripped up egg boxes and toilet roll tubes) shredded cardboard/paper can help stretch what you have.
On the door fastening: the straps should pull tight if you hold the buckle and pull the strap at the same time. There are some helpful tips and work arounds on our YouTube channel.
You’re spot on about potting: HOTBIN compost is brilliant as mulch and a general purpose soil improver, but for pots/seed you can blended with other growing media rather than used on its own.
Website Easy to navigate
Website Easy to navigate, informative and making the overall process easier to purchase,
Clear information about delivery dates and times.
Good communication.
Great purchase. Highly recommend.
December 22, 2025
Reply from HOTBIN Composting
Thank you for your wonderful feedback!
It's great to hear that you found the website easy to navigate and informative, and that the clear delivery details helped make your purchase smooth. We really appreciate your recommendation and are glad you’re happy with your purchase.
The HOTBIN Team
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Thank you for your review!
We’re really pleased to hear you found our communication helpful and enjoyed using our website.
The HOTBIN Team
The best hotbin around
A very well made hotbin, recommended to be by a friend. I would also buy the pedestal so access to the liquid fertiliser is effortless.
Delivery was very quick too.
December 2, 2025
Reply from HOTBIN Composting
Thanks so much for your review!
We’re really glad to hear you’re happy with your HOTBIN and that a friend pointed you our way. The plinth definitely makes accessing the liquid fertiliser much easier. Delighted the delivery was quick as well. We appreciate you taking the time to share your experience.
The HOTBIN Team
This is the second bin we have had
This is the second bin we have had. A real change in our food/garden waste disposal. recommending to friends
January 7, 2026
Reply from HOTBIN Composting
Thank you for your review.
It's great to hear your HOTBIN's have made such a difference to your food/garden waste disposal. If you haven't already don't forget to sign up to our recommend a friend programme.
The HOTBIN Team
Hot bin, the rapid, good quality composter.
The hot bin is very quick at producing good compost.
In addition, and probably more importantly, I receive a ready and plentiful supply of liquid manure which I find very useful.
November 17, 2025
Reply from HOTBIN Composting
Fab review thanks, customers are often surprised at how rapidly waste composts in the HOTBIN, and the bonus of producing a liquid fertiliser that can be watered down and used to feed the garden! Thanks for sharing your experience, (your plants thank you too)!
Now my third hotbin in use
Now my third hotbin in use. I'm now more picky about what goes in. We're lucky to live in the countryside and have supply of wood dust and shred our paper, to balance the 'wet' household waste. Think carefully about your commitment to producing lovely compost - it isn't magic....
December 17, 2025
Reply from HOTBIN Composting
Thanks for the brilliant review and wow, a third HOTBIN in use, you can never have enough black gold! You’re absolutely right: the “recipe” matters, and balancing wetter kitchen waste with dry browns (carbon) like shredded paper (and wood chips) makes all the difference to keep the bacterial happy. Happy hot composting!
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