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I bought the Tumbler because I am renting a home. It takes up little space, can be moved and was not too ugly. I have been using the tumbler to make soil using leaves and other yard waste and some food prep scraps. I have mixed green and brown and also added a small amount of steer manure. I live in the Pacific Northwest and we have had an unusually wet year. The frame of the Tumbler has rusted so if the landlord does come by, it now looks like junk. I found the Tumbler very hard to turn when loaded. I learned quickly that the lid lets in rainwater so I have to remember to leave it turned with the door facing the ground or the compost gets too wet. As the stuff decomposed the turning action tended to wrap things up into leaf-covered balls. I chopped up the balls and added starter after 3 months hoping to speed up the process and it has taken over 6 months to get anything I can use. I would not recommend this product.

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With two stationary composters already in place and active, we were looking for something that would make mixing our collections a bit easier - the tumbler was it! It was easy to put toghether (although don't do it in your living room!) and we were able to put it to work right away!

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My husband & I assembled this on 1st April 2011 and filled it by 12th April 2011, mostly with Fall leaves that we had stored in perforated plastic bags.We also added the Compost starter. We rotate the drum every few days and add water each week. Twelve days later, 24 April as expected we are still waiting for the finished compost, so we can not yet fully judge the efficiency of this composter.
We do have about eight other static composting units but they reach capacity quickly during the Fall season, so we are hoping that this rotary composter will speed up the process for a portion of our compost load.

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I started out with some good soil, some mulch, green additions, and, of course, my composting pail from my kitchen - usually emptied daily into the composter. Of course I also added the "hot" starter I bought at my garden store - and some water - then I was off. No odor, everything is breaking down rapidly, and it looks as if I'll have compost within 6 weeks or so. My one problem is with turning the barrel, even my husband finds it difficult, it is heavy now and very hard to turn, especially as I have arthritis..... any suggestions? Other than that, it's great for our new garden, I'm not missing my big compost bin!

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I should go back and add more comments after we've been using this composter for a while BUT we just got it and I'm new to this type. Usually my partner just uses a big can in the backyard but I wanted something a little 'fancier'! I can tell you it is very sturdy [he agrees and he's very skeptical of anything 'ordered'!] and pretty easy to put together [I'm a 5'2" woman so my arm span isn't huge and I could do 99% of it- I just needed him to reposition the 2nd angle bolt and tighten all the nuts!]. I think so far it is a good buy for the cost and well worth the investment. It is easy to turn which will be important for me.

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I waited two years before writing a review of this product as I wanted to be fair. I can report that, after two full seasons, I have less than one quart of usable compost! The product assembled okay but the sliding door is difficult to open or close. It is difficult to rotate. It will not compost anything that has not been reduced to less than one half inch in size. It dries out quickly and generally does not compost anything more than my temper.

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I purchased this composter last year. My father was an avid gardener, he composted and always had a beautiful garden so I wanted to give it a try plus I liked the idea of being more green and recycling organic material and yard clippings instead of using chemical fertilizers. This composter was the right size for me and the price was right. It was easy to put together and it's easy to aerate the contents, just give it a turn or two every now and again. I wasn't very lucky with my compost last year, it just didn't break down enough; but I think that was more my fault than the composters fault. It wasn't in an ideal location (in sun), and I think if I had added the superhot compost starter my compost would have broken down better. But I still used my compost anyway and my flowers were fine!!! Except for not being that attractive (which doesn't affect how it works) the only thing bad about it is the frame... it will rust. I even put mine up on a wooden pallet to keep it off the ground hoping it wouldn't rust. I just noticed last week while moving it to it's new location for this year(in the sun), is that the bottom of the frame is rusting, but that's okay I'll just think of some kind of frame I can build to put it up on when the time comes (I'm handy that way)!!! Other than that, there's nothing else wrong with this composter, it's a great little composter for the beginner!!!

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This was not difficult to put together as others have stated. Attractive tumbler, the legs could use some stiffening. I also have concerns about the legs rusting. Very easy to tumble material. I am working on my first batch and it seems to be composting well and without odor.

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We have three composters in our yard - soon to be two. The wire composters from Gardener's Supply are awesome, and the discontinued Biostack from Smith and Hawkin is fabulous. This composter, however, was a complete disaster. It's disgusting - the door sticks in chilly weather (and freezes in cold weather). The compost leakes out and makes a mess, which hardly inspires one to utilize the thing. The WORST was the smell! It really smelled like rotting garbage and sewage - it didn't matter how many browns I added, or how much I turned the thing. It was foul. (And my other two composters work great, so it can't be 100% user error!) I finally dumped it out, sprayed it out and am giving it away. For [$] you have SO MANY good choices. Don't go for this one.

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easy to assemble and use. No problem with slide door opening(other reviews had stated problems)

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I am giving this unit as a gift to my daughter and her family. I am quite pleased with the quality of this product, and hope to purchase one for myself in the near future.

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Bought this two years ago. I have NO trouble with the door. Odor is low if you mix per instructions (put a little dirt in with compost if it starts to smell). Perfect for my small garden/small family. I compost with this all year, then, in fall, mix with leaves in a larger compost pile. By spring it makes my garden very happy. Legs could be sturdier, but has done well with my frequent moves for mowing.

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This is a great composter for the price. In fact, we are buying our second one, so we can have different stages of compost. We've had the first one for over a year and it works great! We added compost accelerator, but it doesn't take long for beautiful compost. No smells, no critters. Lid is a little hard to slide, but lubricant would work. I use a rubber mallet if it's too hard to move. We've had it out all summer and winter and summer again and it still works fine.

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I just gave this composter away...hopefully they can get it to work better. The holes in the sides allowed too much water in and I always had clumps of smelly rot, not nice compost. I'm going back to my old reliable old-fashioned bin! Wish this worked...I did love the concept of just giving it a spin rather than turning with a pitchfork.

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I love this composter. It's just the right size for our family and for our yard. It was easy to assemble and easy to use and I'm looking forward to the compost from it. The only concern I have is that the legs are beginning to rust - but maybe that is not a big deal (?). Regardless, I'd recommend this product!

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vaseline - it's cheap and a great lubricant. Apply it on both sides of the glides of the door and you will see how easy it will move!!

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[...]easy to assembly, door opens easy, no smell, very satisfield with your product. THANK YOU DENNIS MC INTYRE

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The small size is a plus for low-volume gardeners. the price was attractive. However the sliding door does NOT slide. I am a reasonably strong healthy woman, but it takes both arms, one leg and a strong back to open the composter's door. And to shut it. And what happens when the unit is in the hot sun? The cold winter air? If the barrel expands or contracts with temperature fluctuations, I am sunk. Shipping the item back was not an option for me as the cheapest method was well over $50.00. I will try to jerry-rig the door but it irks me to have to modify a product I paid good money for.

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I have a small yard...and I live by myself, so this is the perfect way for me to utilize scraps and trimmings, and enjoy gardening as well. While I am starting out slowly, I hope to increase my garden....and the composting...as I can.

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Best thing I can say is that it is off the ground and movable unlike the last one we had. Worst thing is that it seems to be tilting a bit. Wish the legs were a little sturdier.

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very easy to put together, looks like side may be splitting but we will see. Nice looking easy to turn

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The opening does not slide smooth enough.

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At last I have an attractive composter that doesn't draw critters!

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I purchased it specifically for kitchen waste. It has been at least 2 months, and don't have finished compost yet. Also noted it dries out very quickly in the Texas heat. I hope it improves!!

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I just got started using this so I haven't had anything totally broken down yet. It takes a little longer than I thought but I'm just anxious to see the end result. It is very easy to set up, fill, & turn though.

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I have done compost with just chicken wire to hold it together and having to flip it every 14 days so doing compost this way is such a breeze.When I put something in new I give it a big spin.Every time I open it I am witnessing the composting coming to life.Make sure you put it in the sun is important.The only time you smell it is when it's open.It's not an eye sore but rather it's blends in being black.I love it and can't wait till my 1st batch is done.Thanks

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This compost is a dream, so convenient and easy to use. A few spins a day or every other day, is way easier than turning a pile!

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I am a novice composter, so that this is a "batch" compost system I was unaware of until I got the product. Easy to fill, easy to spin. Unlike some other reviews, I put it all together by myself without any trouble. I did have my husband help me move it after it was assembled. No odor whatsoever, no critters scavenging around it. Would recommend it.

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This is the first time I've tried composting. We purchased one at the local home repair store and had to take it back because it wasn't all there. I didn't want to try another just like it (all they had) so I ordered this one from Gardners supply. It's easy to load and unload. We are using all of our grass clippings, kitchen scraps and coffee grounds in it. I'm well pleased.

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Well, I like it well enough that I bought a second one a year later. Previous reviews have indicated that it is difficult to assemble. It is actually very easy to assemble if you pay attention to the legs as the four larger pieces are not the same.

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I love it.I go and tumble instead of shovel to turn over.In Texas sun it's really heating up.Can't wait for my first batch.

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Super easy to mix. Just spin it around a few times. The opening is adequate but a slightly larger opening would be nice. Drain holes allow gnats and flies in but this may be necessary.

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use compost for garden & flowers also my fruit I enjoy the easy of not haveing the order

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I was very disappointed that I would need to gather all compost materials to make each batch separately. I had hoped this would be an on-going project all summer. In addition to this, after only 3 wks, the legs are rusting through!!! I am very surprised as everything I have ever purchased from Gardeners has been fabulous and long wearing.

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We bought one of these compost tumblers and wer so happy with it we bought one for our daughter and her family. It isn't unsightly and doesn't smell bad unless you get up close, and what good homemade compost isn't going to smell?

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I have used two previous composters and this one is the one I prefer. Rats can not get in it and it is light enough to rotate! Love it so far!

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I have considered this product for approximately a year; I am so happy that I have made this purchase. It is worth the money. We have also found that bugs are staying out of the house!

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This is my first composter and I love it! Really easy to use[...]

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I've only just started composting. So far, so good. I don't know how long it will be before I can actually start using the compost. I like that it is critter-proof, but a little difficult to slide the panel open and closed. But, I know it has to be tight, so I guess that part is OK.

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I use the compose for all the vegatables that I grow, if I have any left over I use on my flowering plants.

Hard to move when full.

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cost and fullwidth door advantage

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Assembled in less than 1/2 hour without my husbands help. Haven't had it long enough to produce compost yet but did not add compost starter, so anxious to see how long it will take. Easy enough to turn. Wish it held more but then it would be difficult to turn. Have alot of leaves and clippings from last fall and this spring so probably could use about 10 more tumblers but will wait to see how this one does before buying another one - maybe next spring.

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Would like it to compost quicker, did not realize that it would have to take 4-8 weeks. I have another compost pile on the side that I rotate in when the other is finished.

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Easy to use, does not take up a lot of space and the tumble action helps compost quickly.

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I love this composter! I am a 5 foot 3, 145 lb 61 year old and I put it together myself!!!!No problem. I read all the reviews thoroughly and was not deterred by the very few negative ones. I am so glad I did not buy that $350 composter. It is cooking now and I can't wait for my "gold"

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This composter is light, easy to assemble, great for the price and easy to move. I assembled it on my deck and moved it to the yard because of the drainage holes. I'm waiting for my first batch of compost. I added the compost accelerator to it but so far it hasn't really turned to usable compost so I'm waiting. It's also pretty easy to spin but you need some upper arm strenght. Overall, I'd recommend it.

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Great product for the beginner composter

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Although this is described as a batch composter, I am adding as I go. My husband was able to put together by himself without any problem. Is light & has a large capacity. Easy to turn.

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composting info would be helpful

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I have just started using the composter. I like the design and the fact that it is completely closed. We sometimes have problems with racoons and they have not been able to get into it.

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I use this compost tumbler for all types of vegetation except sticks. The compost tumbler was not difficult to assemble and is easy to fill and turn. I'm looking forward to dumping the first load of "black gold."

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It is easy to move. Should have handles to turn easier.

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My only problem with this composter is it is heavy to spin once it is almost full. I think a handle on one end would really help. Other than that I love it!

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Great solution for composting!

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The composter stands in the corner of my fenced-in kitchen garden in the sun. It was easy to find a place for it, as it is a nice size and a simple design. I did read all the reviews of this product before buying it, so knew to assemble it on a level surface and place it as level as possible. The stand appears to be flimsy, but is not, and does support a fair amount of weight, and allows for easy turning of the container. I have not had it long enough to know how much time is required for materials to break down completely. The door slides easily in warm or cold weather. If it didn't, I would apply some grease or vaseline.

My one concern was that two small holes were in the lid and on one ridge, apparently made during the heating process for the shipping wrap. They do not pose a problem, but the price of this product is such that more care should be taken. Overall, I am very happy to have this composter!

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just started composting and this tumbler was my first choice. Very easy to assemble, though since it is dead winter here I have not seen how well it can compost. But have faith it will do well from other reviewers.

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Easy assembly and immediate use.

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I am happy to have a composter that is easy to turn. I have had some problems with it. They sent me 3 sets of legs before I finally got the right ones. Now the legs are rusting pretty bad though the composter is a fairly recent purchase. I worry about them collapsing.

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I needed a composter that didn't take up much space and portable, to move around. This worked perfectly. If it had wheels or just two wheels on one side to roll it on it would be even better. I have a yard where the sun shines at different places and at different times. With this I can move it like a sled to where there is plenty of sun and when guests are over, I can move it to a place of convenience. I found it easy to assemble IF you make sure the metal frame is fastened correctly. If the frame is not even when on the ground, the tumbler will not fit. All I needed to do was switch two of the metal sections to do that once I saw what the problem was, the tumbler went on perfectly. Sturdy plastic and easy to use. I expect my first batch of compost very soon, we get a lot of sun in Los Angeles.

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Gave the composter for Christmas gift so they have not used it a lot yet. Very pleased with it over all.

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This is our second purchase of this product. Well made, well priced.

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If the frame were stiffer, or user advised up front (as in the ads) that a level area (size here) be established, it would be much more effective. As it is the frame is torqued and the drum gets lodged in it and prevents turning. Not good

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I am taking up gardening as my special interest following retirement. I chose this product because I want to make my own compost to return nutrition to my sad soil.
It seems to be light enough for my aging body to manipulate.
I am surprised at the high cost but believe it will one day pay for itself with money saved on purchased compost.

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Will use as backup composter. Like the size and ease of handling.

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This is a well-built, easy to set up composter. It turns easily and has a good capacity for kitchen and garden scraps, but is too small for yard composting. The only initial problem was the thick plastic moldings where the drum and hatch fit together were not precise, and I had to grind down about 1/2 inch to make the hatch slide easily. In winter, you may need to whap the hatch with a small sledge to crack the ice and move it, but the plastic is tough enough and maleable enough to take it.

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First, it is very easy to assemble - no rocket science needed here or brawn.

The first batch worked very well with a small amount of grass clipping and kitchen scaps but the next kept too much condensation trapped inside and just made a mush. Keeping the top off did not help at all after dumping the mush then cleaning and drying it and restarting a new batch. And - YES the vent holes were clear.

So anything that has any moister content should be kept out. Then very carefully control what you place in this and monitor the moisture content.

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Just started to use this composter. So far so good

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I bought this composter as a gift for my daughter whose family is vegetarian. It is the right size and is easy to use. She started gardening a few years ago in her small Arizona back yard. The soil needs help there and she has been using a small kitchen composter so she really appreciated the upgrade as she is also concerned about the environment.

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I bought this product for my wife for Christmas. She is very excited because of its sturdy construction and ease to turn. I put the item together and it assembled very easily. We are excited to begin to compost material in the tumbler and not in a mesh cylinder that we currently use.

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I just finished assembling this and although I'm pretty handy and mechanical, it wasn't good. The instructions are poor, hard to distinguish between similar frame pieces caused it to be trial and error until after 3 times I finally got it right. Should have taken 10 minutes but took around 30. The bolts for assembling the frame are poor quality, especially considering the price of this product. The best tip I have is to tighten the nuts and bolts by holding the screw w/ the screwdriver and then turning the nut NOT the screw, because the screw is almost impossible not to strip. This way you may not stab yourself w/ the screwdriver like I did when it keeps slipping off the screw head. The frame materials seem kind of flimsy too. I assume this composter will work OK because it's pretty simple. Bottom line: I imagine this could be manufactured in China for $5 and in the U.S. for $10, so at [$] retail, which seemed to be a good price for it, I think it is extremely over-priced.

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This unit has been very good for our kitchen scraps and small amounts of yard waste. It turns very easily to aerate the compost

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Great for aeration. Would be good idea to have a divider so you could compost 2 batches at the same time seeing as I have new supply of compost material to add on a daily basis.

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I havent had it long enough to see my first batch of compost yet - but very easy to use and in a short period of time it is starting to break down.
I am excited!!

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Since I purchased this too late in the season to really get use of it, I am reserving my judgement until spring. I do like the ease of set-up, and if it truly makes compost in 6 weeks, I will be impressed!

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It keeps the leaves hidden. They won't blow around when the wind is gusting.

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I should have bought this one first. You can make a difference, just try this easy composter and reduce your waste while producing great compost. You may find yourself searching for more ways to be a better steward once you start!

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If the door slid open more easily, and there was a handle to turn the drum, I would probably recommend the product

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This fills a long time goal to compost at reasonable cost.

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Assembly wasn't as easy as shown - instead of assembling the frame and then adding the bin, it was easier to build the frame with the bin attached. Otherwise, the frame didn't sit level and straight.

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It required two to put together (and I am self-reliant and strong).
I didn't realize it had to be filled ALL AT ONCE, I wanted to add to it over a month's time or so.
But it is attractive and small enough that it isn't obtrusive in a suburban garden. Keeps the critters out!

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This is a big composter but i needed something big. It is extremely easy to turn....much easier than the one I bought for my mom years ago. I had my handyman teenager son put it together, but it seemed pretty straightforward. I put it outside under my deck and have not been bothered by odor or bugs. If you want a large size composter that is easy to use this is a good option. I have an open bin style for my leaves; we'll see how that goes

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Even an Engineer can put it together

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We are very pleased with the composter. We feel like we are helping our community become "greener". This product is just what we were looking for to dispose of a lot of kitchen scraps.

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Thought this would be a good composter. It is easyf to add. Have had it for 6 Mo now and still to get my first load of compost. Every time it rains it floods and the water has no way to drain.

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Label the 4 metal pipes used for the stand. Time to assemble would have been significantly reduced.

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This is supposed to be a "batch" composter, but I just throw whatever I have in it. It is suppose to require a solution, but I have never added one.

If you put it in a sunny location, it will really start cooking fast. I have had compost in as little as a month.

I usually just dump the grass clippings, coffee, and any leftover garden waste in it. The compost it produces is like steroids for my plants!

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After reading all the reviews, I was a little worried about assembly, but it was a breeze. My only problem now is that the weather cooled off before my first batch of compost was done. I have read that I can leave it until warm weather and it will start "cooking" again. I should have a wonderful batch of compost to start my garden with next spring! I just wish I had ordered it earlier in the summer.

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I takes a lot to fill this up. My process has started and I keep adding more, but due to settling I have to add more. The capacity is amazing. Its attractive and the neighbors are anxious to see what comes out in a couple of weeks.

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I was surprised to learn that i could not add my daily scraps to this composter. Scraps need to be accumulated and then added as a large batch. Thus, i haven't even used the composter.
With that said, it assembles very easily and I think the overall design is great.

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while this is "cooking" I need to start the next one

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I followed advice from previous reviewers and bought a compost starter to jump-start my first batch. So far it seems to be heating up nicely, especially since I moved it to a sunnier location. There has been some odor, but overall I have found the tumbler is neater, less smelly, and easier to work with than an open compost pile, since I have a very small garden. Although I have included kitchen scraps in this batch, I think in retrospect I should have stuck with yard waste for my first try, since the kitchen scraps seem to be a bigger source of odor.

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Easy to put together. Does not take up much space and easy to move. Wish the screws were stainless steel for our harsh environment (Everglades).

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In the past I've tried composting a variety of different ways, but honestly I've never obtained good compost. It was always took too much maintenance to keep it moist, hot, mixed, etc. My first batch with this composter was filled with grass clippings, shredded bush clippings and leaves and the daily dose of coffee grounds. In about 3 weeks I ended up with great compost, ready to use. The bottom line is that it's a whole lot easier than anything else I've tried and it works.

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I've only had this composter for a few weeks but I like it so far. Its compact and very easy to tumble. I had a tall green tumbler before which was hard to tumble and hard to extract the finished compost from.

This one is easy to load and I tumble it every day with lots of material in it with no problem.

It was also very easy to put together.

The only down side so far is a bit of an odor when you open the door. I think maybe it needs a few more air holes.

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Great price. Easy to assemble. Works great on my kitchen scraps. I used Organic potting soil to get it started and already doing it's job. I like that you can turn it and no smell or drippings come out of it.

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I didn't realize the system required 'saving' all material and adding it all at one time. I thought I could just add materials as they became available mostly kitchen/cooking waste. So I have a smelly mess on my hands and will probably be looking into a different composter that will allow adding material as it becomes available. Really, I think this is a dumb idea!!!!!

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I just ordered this compost bin for the second time. Although the instructions say to fill it once to make your compost, I did not, just added stuff as I collected it. I am on my second batch and need to quit adding to the existing, thus the second bin. Composting goes quickly, used my first batch the beginning of summer and will be able to use the second in another month

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Easy to use, great product for great price.

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I'm new, really new at composting and did not catch on that this is a batch system until I tried putting it together. [...]The instructions and diagram were useless--hit and miss got the legs together.

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Directions are correct that you need 2 to assemble! I tried everything I could by myself and finally had to have a neighbor help. I haven't had product long enough to get my "black gold". I like that I can put it on my deck, as garden space is a premium for me.

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Tho' sold as a "batch" composter, we are running a continuous batch. Expect to stop adding material in early fall, and hope to have usable compost in the spring.

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I have a bin composter which sits in the back of my yard so I never see it and tend to forget about it. It's also difficult to turn. So I am trying this composter and so far it's helped me actively embrace composting. Currently I am mixing my first batch and it's going very quickly. Also, it's easy to use. I don't love the legs as I think they could be made out of a tougher metal but that hasn't proved to be a problem. My only regret is that I misread the description and thought this was a continuous composter, which it is not. I have to save up my kitchen scraps in a metal bin and then make batches. But at least I'm doing it!

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Really simple to put together. Easy to store. A bit heavy to turn and tumble when full. The air holes on the side will leak compost when turned but if it sits on the ground (mine is on cement) then it's not an issue. It's been fairly full and cooking for about 3 weeks, so still to early to see results.

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I've had another composter that required manual sifting and turning. This is quick, easy and by buying two I keep one going while the other one is in the final stages of composting

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It didnt say anywhere in the ad that this is a "batch" composter. According to the directions you need to collect 5 bushels of waste before you can start your first batch. Now where in the heck am i going to store this stuff? So i have just decided to treat this like a regular composter and see what happens.

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We had an regular composter and it was always a production to mix and take out finished compost. I like that this is off the ground. Easy to mix. I just keep putting things until it fills and then just tumble it. I will need two more to really compost our bunny refuse and kitchen scraps since we have so much but I love it.

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Haven't had the tumbler long enough to get a batch of compost yet, but so far so good. It was easy to assemble, easy to load (although it does need a lot of stuff to have to put in at first) and easy to spin. I have high hopes for good dirt in the future!

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Appears to be very sturdy. Sturdy black plastic serves to attract heat and breaks down material much faster than previous fixed composter. Easy to load and unload.

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I've never had a problem with lassez-faire composting. So I figured buying this composter would be great so I could get results more quickly. Boy was I wrong! My neighbors complain of the smell it's been creating since we had a bad rainstorm a few months ago. Ever since then, it's nasty, gooey, and there are maggots all over it and in it. Not sure what to do other than start over.

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It is easy to use, simple to aerate. I collected the material, placed it in the tumbler, added the compost plus, wet it, turned it every couple of days and monitor the progress. I am approaching the first month of use and already have some compost I can use.

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Easy to get it assembled and get started making compost

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I like the product, however, it's really built as a 'batch composter' not a 'continuous composter' as the description implies. It's a good idea to know the difference. I plan to use it as a continuous, and have only had it loaded up for a couple days so don't know how well it will work to keep adding scraps. Hopefully it will!

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The easy grip and tumbler action make it simple to mix daily additions to the composter and sure saves my back from aerating by hand.

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I am very pleased with this choice. I wanted to compost for years but also wanted it easy. I am not sure about the "batch" approach so I am not sure how this will work over all. I am collecting waste in the kitchen and then dumping it in the Compost Tumbler along with some leaves, brush, etc. Because I am not adding the waste all at once, as recommended, I am not sure how the composting will go, but so far I am totally pleased with the design, lack of odor, and the convenience.

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Must understand that this is a batch composter. (Found out by reading reviews). So, need to keep your "storage" composter, then transfer when you have enough to fill this one. Very quick composting--5 weeks (Southern Calif). My storage composter takes so much work to pitchfork/turn the compost; this is a dream!

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I bought this as a gift for my father. He has a small but prolific garden. The first day we started puting in kitchen scraps and grass.He loves it and it really works. It was easy to put together and keeps the critters out. I have an open compost pile right now but will be getting my own composter to get compost faster for my garden beds.

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Good solid product that lives up to the ad copy. Easy to assemble and use. Have not yet completed my first batch of compost but seems to be working well. Much easier than a bin composter.

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This was my first try at composting. I thought I would be able to add to the composter day by day but found that I had to add all at once. In other words I had to gather materials (5 bushels) in an alternate location until I had enough for a full batch. Easier said than done! The piles began to smell and were very messy when I went to transfer the material to the composter. Plus the composter will only make a full rotation. I can't rotate the drum 1/2 or 1/4 way around without propping it with a stick. And it also stinks. This has not been a good experience so far.

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Easy to assemble
Must start with a full batch rather than adding occasionally. However others have said they didn't follow these instructions and made out fine.

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This composter is easier for my use since it can be turned rather than just being a huge container to fill, lift and turn like my former composter. It is still too early to see the results of a fine, organic mulch.

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If you can afford it, have someone make a stainless steel frame for it. That way you don't have to look at a frame that is going to rust and look bad.

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I've just started the first batch of mulch, so we will see. It's very easy to use. I put in a lot of coffe grounds, I hope not to many.

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Very convenient and easy to use.

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So far I am very pleased with the product. The only disappointment is that I didn't realize that this was not a continuous composter that I could keep adding material to, but I'm throwing in kitchen scraps as I go along anyway. I did not add the starter and am waiting to see how the composting process turns out without it. I have yet to see the end result of the composting process, but am excited to see what happens.

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Everyday out goes the veggie scraps and tree leaves into the composter

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I have gardened for 50+ years and tried multiple composting systems. I do not like to add solutions to enhance the rotting process. This composter is working better than any I have tried...rotting quickly and easy to use - making additional solutions unnecessary. Needless to say, I was delighted yesterday at the garden shop when I saw the same composter for $80.00 more than I paid through Gardener's Supply! I confess I was a bit worried about the assembly because of some of the other reviews but I was able to assemble it independently and quickly...and normally assembling by instructions is not one of my strengths!

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[...] Easy to assemble. Priced well.

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Easy assembly. All composters benefit by adding a composting solution (make your own)to accelerate the process. I painted the metal legs (before assembly)with a good outdoor enamel, to inhibit any rusting. Have it two weeks and the composting process seems to be going well.

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This is my first tumbler and what I love is the convenience compared to my bin composter. What I didn't realize it that it's not a continuous composter so I collect my yard trimming in the tumbler and my kitchen scraps in a closed metal bucket. When I have enough of each, then I will do a batch. My only dislike so far is the legs, which are broad and a bit unsteady so the unit does not fit where I had originally intended it to be. I did use it to mix my soil combination for the raised beds I purchased through G. S. and it mixed my soil combination beautifully.

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I'm 64 years old and it is very easy to spin.

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We bought this for our granddaughter's 10th birthday. She saw it in your catalog and requested it as her gift. She is in to recycling and composting. It has been a family effort as she steals things from the refrigerator to add to the bin. Everyday she checks it!

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We have this in our yard- a two acre avocado orchard where coyote and rodents can be a real problem. We specifically chose this style because it allowed us to make compost and not feed the wildlife.

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I just bought this compost tumbler to replace replace the bin I had purchased 12 years ago. It is made much better than the bin I had. I don't have to remember to aerate the pile. I just give it a couple of turns when I walk by. I've always wanted a tumbler and the price was better than the competition. Assembly was a snap; I even found a way to assemble the tumbler to the legs without assistance from a second person. I can't say there is anything that's not so great about it, and I don't think I will find any problems. I would recommend this product to anyone looking for a quality compost tumbler. GSC is an employee owned company, and that's a good thing. I worked for and dealt with employee owned companies, and my experience is their customers are always #1.

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Not sure if I am doing my first batch of compost correctly but things seem to be breaking down. I found it easy to put together. It rolls very well so I can easily turn the compost. (Now whether I have the correct mix of stuff in it and am doing this correctly as a "first timer" well that is a different story)

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This fits perfectly in a spot that I can't use for anything else, and is midway between my two main garden spots. Hubby likes it because I can use this on my own without his help!

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I love this compost bin... thinking of buying a second one-- I have more compostable material that I though! Fairly easy to assemble with 2 people and so far it's quite easy to turn! I highly recommend this product!

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Very easy to assemble, fill, aerate and then use when it's done. So useful, I purchased a second one 2 weeks after receiving my first. My kids are learning a lot about science in the garden, too!

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[...] assembled easily, tumbling compost from day of delivery. Nice size for handling. Access door slides smoothly. Separator bar makes for nice mixing of working and added materials.

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Is not a continuous use composter; compost 1 batch at a time. Tumbler makes it easy to mix while composting.

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We've just started using it, and are pretty sure that our first batch of compost will not follow the use guidelines (we will fill it gradually, and then start another collection bin while this one is doing its thing; presumably subsequent batches of compost will be closer to the guidelines for optimum production) but that's okay--we're not expecting maximum production in minimum time and do not plan to use additives. SO far it's fine--easy access, sturdy, good mixing of contents.

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We bought this for our niece who is a new homeowner. She grew up in a family that composts so we thought it was time for her to have her own.

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I include indoor scraps as well as shredded newsprint, tea bags, leaves and plants.

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this was very easy to assemble and use and so far seems to be doing an excellant job of composting the materials I have used.

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We've only had our composter for less than a month, but so far, are very pleased. We put it together in less than 30 minutes. It is very easy to fill, and very easy to turn. I notice no odor in the yard when I'm near it. It is better than I expected and I can't wait to get the first batch of compost. And this was one of the less expensive of the composters advertised out there. I would definitely recommend.

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I found the frame easy to assemble. It could use some laterals for side to side stablity.
I found the doorway too small. When I dump in my compost bucket from the kitchen some falls out the side.
Otherwise it seems a good value.

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I have been looking for an affordable compost tumbler for years and this one finally fits the bill. I like that you dont have to turn in by hand with a pitchfork, just give it a little spin after adding material. The composter is very sturdy, made out of thick plastic. It seals nicely so no animals can get in, yet there are small holes for aeration. I have only had it for a few weeks and it hasnt been too warm, so I can't speak for how well/fast the compost turns out. But so far I am very pleased with how it functions. As for the complaints about assembly...ignore them. The instructions might not be great, but it is super simple, only a few steps.

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I looked at many tumbling composters. This one was by far the design I liked the best and the price was excellent. It was easy to assemble and turns like a charm. I wish the frame had been rustproofed. I used a rust preventing paint, but it scraped off in some areas already.

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This compost tumbler is more attractive than the pile I had on the ground before, but the black plastic doesn't look very pretty or blend in with the landscape, so I keep it behind the house next to the garbage bin.
It's easy to turn and mix the contents, but once it's filled, one has to leave it for at least four weeks to break down, and I'm stuck wondering what to do with my kitchen scraps for the coming month.
It's a nice height, not very heavy and can be moved around easily, but the door is rather tight and a little difficult to open and shut.
It was also more expensive than the composters I found at local stores, but I'm happy with it.

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First time using this type of composter...looking forward to see the final results in a few weeks....it certainly cuts down on length of time to compost matter this way in comparison to other methods have to wait a year or more.

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We started our first batch just a couple weeks ago, and already the material has reduced to half its size, has a nice warm core, and is composting quite nicely. We did add a little compost from a neighbor as "starter" but didn't require any purchased starters. Larger kitchen scraps are taking longer than grass clippings to break down, but that is to be expected.

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Since we just starated using the composter about a month ago, we have not generated great volumes of compost. It is, however, providing us with a means for making use of our kitchen scrap and yard waste and we are happy about that. We have two minor critiques and one advisory point about it's usage. The criticisms are as follows: 1) The metal frame is OK but a bit wobbly when the unit is pushed sideways. It would be better if it had more reinforcing braces and if it were made out of stainless steel. 2) The door or panel that we slide open when we want to put materials in or take them out fits a little too tightly so that we have to hit it to get it started. Then we have to push a little more firmly than seems necessary to open it wider. This is not unmanageable but it puts stress on the wobbly frame each time we use it.On the advise side of this commentary, we did not understand when we read about this piece of equipment that it is intended to be filled and then used as described. We bought it with the idea that we could use it as directed in the on-line literature and fill it gradually. However, after we got the actual paperwork and read it we learned that it is designed to be filled and then used. So, [...] we decided that we would not rotate it until we had built up enough materials inside. This approach seems to be working.

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Too soon to comment on the composting due to only having it 3 weeks. It was a breeze to put together...no problems. I saw the very same composter at a local hardware store for $100 more. I look forward to using the compost material.

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A TUMBLER IS THE BEST WAY TO KEEP THINGS ACTIVE, ESPECIALLY IN THE NORTHEAST DURING THE WARM WEATHER!

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Just started using the composter so can't really rate how well it composts. However, it's the perfect sized for my small yard. Assembly is really not that complex but do heed all the warnings that the parts are labeled completely wrong! I knew that going in and just looked at the pictures so it was no problem. If the holes don't line up when putting on the tumbler, don't drive yourself crazy trying to line them up. Reverse the side supports on the legs. It will fit together perfectly. The tumbler is large and awkward to lift so you will definitely need 2 people for assembly. Easy to spin on the stand. Door is a little stiff but seems to be loosening up with use. I feel better tossing kitchen scraps in the composter than into the garbage. Every little bit helps! So far, so good!

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Just right for in town. Very little if any on smell. Neighbors all asking where I purchased and like this product. Plus the price was the best offer I could find.

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This composter came the next day after ordering, assembled in less than 20 minutes, and works beautifully. After a bunch of old dry leaves, have been adding kitchen scraps each day until the appropriate ratio of "greens" and "browns" is achieved, so I can't yet evaluate on how long it takes to produce compost. But I'm looking forward to it!

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This is a vey nice product for the price. I have been looking for a batch composter for over a year, and am vey happy with this product. I started a batch 2 weeks ago and it should be ready to go within the next month.

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It is just the right size for a normal houehold and the hand grouves make it eay to tumble. Putting it together was easy also.

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Easy to assemble even though a couple of the parts were mislabeled. For the most part it only took one person, but I had a little help making sure it was properly aligned. It’s just the right size for my back yard and vegetable gardens. Looks nice tucked in a corner, easy to use. Kinda fun to spin :) Overall I’m very pleased with this composter and I would definitely refer to a friend. Oh, and great price too!

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Although some of the metal parts were mislabeled, assembly was pretty straight forward. It is currently processing my first batch. It was easy to fill and easy to turn. I have high hopes.

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This was relatively easy to setup and move about

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This compost tumbler was easy to assemble by myself and easy to load. I didn't realize the difference between batch composting and the constant method where scraps,etc. could be added daily, or I might have opted for a bin composter. However, I like that this tumbler is off the ground to keep rodents out, and the fact that it is easy to use.

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Awaiting my first batch of compost.

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Well constructed and easy to asssemble.

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No problems with assembly. Packaging says is could take 90 days to get compost. Try adding compost accelerator and keep moist.

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Support legs were labeled incorrectly, but even when I figured it out, the pieces did NOT fit together easily. Took a lot of effort to get screw holes to align and even when I did it seemed loose and a little wobbly. Getting the barrel attached to the frame was a real challenge. I set it on the ground right outside my deck so it's quite convenient to add kitchen scraps and give it a whirl. It's still standing, turns easily, and hasn't tipped, so I think it will hold. I'm still adding ingredients after 2-3 weeks so I can't say how quickly it composts. Time will tell...

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So far am very pleased with the quality and value. Easy to use. Have not yet finished first batch of compost, but seems to be doing fine.

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The unit's legs took a while to put together, as the directions were wrong, and the screw pack was missing a screw. It doesn't take a rocket scientist to put it together, you just need to screw it up like the directions ask you to, then you'll figure out the right way to do it. It does the same thing as the competition for a much better price, so that's a big plus!

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It helps me make more garden soil.

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Assembly more challenging. The lid didn't open easily, so I had to file down the edges so it moved more freely.

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Had some difficulty getting this together - the last screw almost did not fit - took 2 of us and a bit of shoving and manuevering. So far teh composter seems fine - I'll know in a month or so if it is working as quickly as advertised.

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Easy to use but instructions were difficult to understand

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I just received the compost tumbler today.
#1 I can't evaluate the effectiveness of this product for 6 weeks or so - stay tuned.
#2 I read reviews stating this product was difficult to assemble. My husband laughed and said "you gardeners" as he had it assembled in 5 minutes. Moral of the story: Have a mechanically inclined person to help with assembly.
#3 I was disappointed to find out that we needed activator to use this product at its optimum efficiency. I was ready to compost tonight, but now must wait. My recommendation would be for the activator to be included with the purchase of the compost tumbler.
#4 Looks nice - stay tuned for review about how well it works.
Happy Gardening and "green" living.

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Don't follow written instructions, just go for it yourself. The composter has been great fun for the kids. Not necessarily a "bulk" composter as advertised. We've been adding things in a little at a time, but we'll have compost eventually. It's all good.

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The metal legs were rusty when [...]. A part was missing (a nut; I substituted zip ties for that nut and its bolt). Identifying letter stickers were applied only to about half of the parts, and all of the stickers were wrong. Fortunately, there were few enough parts that I could simply follow the assembly diagrams without referring to the letter stickers.At this price, I would expect better.

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I have moderate needs for composting and don't need nor want to spend time managing three stages (piles) of compost.

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Assembly took 2 hours. Parts were labelled incorrectly. This product costs much too much for plastic and metal tubing. Hope it mulches better than it assembles and appears.

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I prefer not to use the stand but to roll the compost tumbler around the yard, following the sun. I am still learning and have ordered a sifter and some red worms, hopefully to accelerate the process. This spring I ordered a second compost tumbler so I will be able to have one to use and one in the works!

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Used mostly for kitchen scraps and garden debris. Heavy to move around and very difficult for one person to assemble.

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Great for making compost for my garden.

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Still to early in the season to tell

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Product was very easy to assemble and it was light in weight. My ten year old put it together and we carried it to our garden.

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Easy to use

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a wider opening would be helpful when adding shovels of dirt. A brace to hold the barrel still while adding scraps,leaves and dirt would be helpful. I have to prop something else next to it to keep it still.

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We plan to use this in a public picnic area, expecting that kids will be curious and want to add to it and give it a spin. It rotates smoothly and is designed with indentations on the barrel so there are not pinch-points associated with a crank handle.
It was easy to assemble and seems very durable. Ony issue is the sliding door sticks and is difficult to open.

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I like that you can put in all kitchen scraps, including coffee grounds, and you don't have to struggle to turn it. The door is a little stiff, but I think it will be easier to open and close as time goes by. The door is a good size. I am happy with the purchase. It took three of us to get it together because the directions were off. It is a good buy.

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it's perfect for the size of our retirement home

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It is a great place to put mulch products. It's still winter so I do not know how it is multching. Teaches the kids conservation.

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I just got my compost tumbler set up and filled, so it will be several months before I see results. So far it seems to be just what I had hoped it would be. Thanks!

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We, as a family eat organic food and recycle everything we can, and we now feel so much better that we have somewhere to put our veggie peelings and apple cores, leaves and garden stuff. We love the neat design of the tumbler and its compact size, since it has to sit in our carport along with two cars, motor cycle and trash receptacle. There is nothing negative to say about this product. We are looking forward to our composted material - it will be put to use in our garden. Great product, great price. Thank you!

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I had some problems getting this together, it was label badly. Also, there seems to be no aeration so my compost (or trash) is sitting and smelling. It does not work, and I've worked with compost for years, so this is not user error. Plus the door gets stuck when I open or shut it and thats frustrating since I am a bit older.

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I just received this item and am about ready to send it back. The directions are incorrect or else the lables on the legs are. Enough folks have commented on this that you would think the issue would be resolved by now. Perhaps I should have paid better attention to the other reviews.

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Compost Tumbler was easy to set up. But haven't started to compost yet. I think the weather is to cold. May need to purchase compost starter. It will be easy to compost. Right now we use a big compost bin that is very physical to turn and the snakes are bad in it. I'm excited about the new tumbler.

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I would like to see more literiture contained in the instructions indicating what you can and cannot use in the composter.

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The directions and the labels on the pieces did not match. After spending an hour try to follow the directions, I gave up and put the thing together by trial and error in about 15 minutes. Do yourself a favor and don't read the directions!

Very attractive unit, not too heavy when assembled and empty which was perfect for me since I assembled it on the deck and had to move it into the yard by myself.

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Evaluation of this compost maker is not complete at this time. Product appears to be performing well but I think at this point in time composting should be complete. 3 weeks and daily rotation have not given much product.

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The metal frame was oily and rusty during assembly. The slide door is tight and gets stuck opening and closing.

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metal support struts had not been degreased and as result, tags fell off. I had too experiment for quite some time before I was able to figure out how to put the struts together to create the form in the drawing.

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Compared to the price of other composters, this is an excelent value. Well made, sturdy and easy to put together. I will make this purchase again. However, heed the instructions that tell you to put the elbows on the compost bin before you attach the rest of the legs. The elbows are at at a slight angle due to the way the screws align. Have not had it long enough to test the time to compost.

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My comment is on the assembly of the product. The legs were not tagged correctly but I eventually figured them out. I would also recommend using a mallot to hammer in the inside axle bar. Other than that everything else was fine.

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Low enough to the ground that it does not stick out like a sore thumb.

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The composter maker it easier to develop mulch. It does not distract visually from the back yard.
And, it should compost faster than our current method of just stacking it in the corner of the yard. We just purchased the composter. After thet first batch of mulch we will have more detail.
Thanks again for the cool products, keep them coming.

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Because other reviewers indicated problems assembling the composter, we were somewhat apprehensive. However, we had no problems at all. Because it is winter, we have not had a batch of compost as yet but expect to in time for spring planting. It's the perfect size for our small garden.

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This was a gift to my daughter. If she likes this compost tumbler, I will get one for myself.

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The product is confusing at first, but once you remember that the labels are wrong, the pictures are easy to follow. It is light and easy to set up.

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Mine came labelled B, C and D while instructions were for A, B and C. Think it was also returned by another frustrated customer. Finally got it to work but cannot get screw to go through one end so tied with heavy wire. Works great, but needs some work on instructions and labeling

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The tumbler seems well made, and the black color helps absorb sunlight and speeds the decomposition process. My only concern is that the metal parts aren't as robust as I had hoped. No proof of this yet, as it's pretty new, but I was hoping for a stronger stand for the revolving composter.I can also imagine that the center rod will eventually rust and give out, causing me to have to buy and drill a replacement part, though, again, I have no proof of this.

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This saves me money and improves my environment. I don't have to buy compost for my plants. I don't put as much into the trash cans and the compost improves my garden.

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This is my first experience trying to make compost and my first batch is not done yet. The product was easy to assemble but do so where you want it placed. It is a little heavy to move because of the weighted lid. I was surprised by the instructions indicating it was designed for "batches" and should be started with several "bushels" of material for the batch. that is not how I wanted to use it, so I am adding my indoor scraps as about a gallon at a time. I'll see how that works. The only problem I have right now is trying to open and close the lid because it is very hard to slide.

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Between the lawn (1 acre) and kichen it only took me a few weeks to fill the composter, but it seems to be breaking down quickly without starter. The leg holes and barrel did not align exacetly and we ended up breaking out the drill. Spins well and keeps the compost critter and odor free.

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It is too early to tell, but so far I like the fact that we can keep it closer to the house. I can't compost as much as I like at once with this, but it seems efficient and rodent proof.

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You have to be patient to collect enough material to get started.

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I like the tumbler! I had just cleaned out my garden and had tons of leaves, stems and other garden excesses! It was a bit small for that. The starter wored great==even though I forgot to tumble.

I feel great emptying in my kitchen waste into the composter every few days. What a difference!

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It great compacity, little problem with assembley, little hard to turnbut grandkids like spinning it.

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For about two years I've been composting with several individual columns of rabbit fencing type mesh and it works pretty well but slowly. As its gotten colder, I've been noticing that area rodents and even my own goofy Basset Hound have been treating my compost area like their own personal buffet. So this tumbler will dissuade beasts from taking up residence in my side-yard and also create a warm, contained, and more frequently aerated batch of compost. I'm really looking forward to seeing its products.
The container is very tough and sturdy and I like that it is made from recycled plastic (we try whenever possible to buy recycled stuff to ensure markets for post-consumer recycled materials). The legs are OK, but don't SEEM heavy duty enough to support a full load of compostables. They remind me of the poles for the ancient family-sized tent that we would take on camping trips when I was a kid.

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I did have some issues with putting the composter together since the part numbers did not match the instructions. Beyond that, once I got things going the composter works well and turns easily. First batch is composting right now.

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I bought this for my husband's birthday. He put it together easily....and we started using it the very next day. The black color is good...it helps to retain the heat from the sun. We have a nice garden....but plan on having an even larger one next year. This composter will save us from buying fertilizer. It's off the ground , so animals do not get into it!

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Best composter I've had. A little hard to empty since you can't get a wheel barrow or cart under the door. It's very easy to turn the drum to aerate the compost.

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AFTER MUCH FRUSTRATION WITH LEG PARTS; COMPARED
PARTS TO ORIGINAL diagram,IGNORING LETTERS, noteing, carefully the end configurations of parts, then it went together quick and easy even for a 70+ lady alone. Easy to fill, seems to be processing,hope for at least one batch before winter takes over. Does not look bad along south wall of home. Sturdy, heavy enough not to move in strong wind.

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It is too early for me to rate this compost tumbler. What appealed to me was the simplicity of the design and its compact, unobtrusive lines. The assembly was fairly simple.

My one complaint is that an uneven, rough molding seams in the lid grooves made it very difficult to slide the top open prior to assembly. Since all the mounting pieces were housed inside the drum, I worried I would not be able to assemble this piece of equipment. Once I managed to open drum, I had to cut off the excess protruding plastic to ensure a smoother opening of the lid. It is better now but it dtill sticks and makes opening the composter a bit of a hsssle. Better quality control would eliminate this problem.

The manual does warns that the composter rotates with the opening facing down when not full; but it is a bother to have to hold the drum in place with one hand while filling it with the other. Since the opening is fairly narrow, bulky loads can be tricky to handle with one hand only. A eimple locking system holding the drum up while loading would alleviate this problem.

I will note that this tumbler rotates easily with little effort on your part -easier than with the conventional crank action tumblers.

As for the ability to produce compost within a decent time frame, it is too early for me to tell as I just started using this model.

Comments about Compost Tumbler:

I ordered this item because I wanted a composter that could turn the compost more easily than my existing one. This one fills that bill admirably. My compost now gets turned every few days; something that wasn't happening with my existing one.

Comments about Compost Tumbler:

very good product. would and have recommended it to friends. i think it should have longer legs to make it high enough for a wheelbarrow to fit underneath.