Description
SQUEEZE Master Large Compost Tumbler Bin
Product Highlights
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Material Quality: Constructed from modified PP with an upgraded steel frame, capable of bearing up to 352 lbs. Features a twin chamber design for enhanced composting efficiency.
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Temperature Monitoring: Comes with a visual thermometer to easily track composting temperatures, improving the likelihood of successful composting.
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Easy Assembly: Designed with 28% fewer screws compared to previous models, making assembly quicker and simpler.
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User-Friendly Tumbler Design: Requires minimal effort—just rotate the tumbler slightly. Simply add scraps through the sliding door and rotate 6-7 times every few days.
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Customer Support: Committed to customer satisfaction with reliable after-sales service. Reach out for assistance with any questions or concerns.
Specifications
- Capacity: 43 gallons (2 compartments of 21.5 gallons each)
- Color: Green door
This compost tumbler bin is ideal for gardeners looking to streamline their composting process while ensuring effective waste decomposition.
L D Stickland –
Hard to fill and empty, but does work
Susan H. –
Easy to assemble. Easy to load. Not to sure how it will be to empty because I am not quit there yet. No smell and great size.
Daftdalla –
The assembly instructions are ridiculous. Whomever wrote the guide forgot that the target audience has likely never assembled this product before.
I recommend having a Phillips screwdriver for assembly (no mention made in the instructions about what tools are needed).
None of the pieces are labeled, but don’t panic when the metal frame doesn’t go together right away. All of the pieces are there, but you have to hunt for the correct orientation. Also, the order matters when inserting the screws, and don’t forget to install the screw in the middle of each panel even though it’s never mentioned in the instructions.
Despite my frustration with assembly, the compost tumbler itself is fantastic. I did purchase a second thermometer for the other side of the tumbler (it only comes with one, but there are two separate sides). It’s very easy to add kitchen scraps and give it a spin.
Holly Jeffery –
Love how it’s easy to assemble, hardly takes a lot of space. However once the tumbler is heavy and trying to turn it, the stand moves around, needs to be screwed into the ground or use weights.
Robert Desnoyers –
Easy to put together.
Christine –
Assembly is tedious. Very small screws ,nuts . What I didn’t like is how small the two entry doors are. You can only fit a handful in at a time.
Christine –
This took forever to get delivered, but I think that had more to do with I-95’s fiasco than the seller. All in all its a good compost tumbler. The thermometer it comes with is a bit on the short side, so your temp might read as lower than it really is, but if you roll the bin then check the temp it’ll be more accurate as the hotter compost in the middle is jumbled around.
A lot of people had trouble with assembly, but I didn’t find it that hard. I was able to complete it by myself in about 15-ish minutes. I think most of the problems others had was primarily that you have to screw in the top part of the first panel, then go around the entire circle layering each panel on top of the previous one, before *unscrewing* the screws you did on the top of the very first panel so that you can fit the last panel on it. Its a bit confusing until you actually get to that point in the construction. Also. make sure you screw in the middle screws on each panel before you start on the next panel, if you leave the middle screws off thinking you can just secure the outer edge screws first then the middle ones once you’ve started assembling it, it’ll be a pain in the *ss because of the angle you’ll have to contort into.
It works well, I got a small batch (A tester batch I did just to make sure it doesnt leak excessively or fall apart) of compost in about 2 1/2 – 3 weeks. Tester batch was slightly cut weeds, grass clippings, food scraps, ash, wood chips, cardboard, paper, and roughly a handful of loose soil from my garden. The bin got hot enough to have everything break down quickly despite it being unseasonably cool and damp in June/July for my area.
Daftdalla –
The instructions aren’t super clear but I eventually figured it out. Several pieces to put together. But, the product works well once it’s together. It is sturdy. Easy to use. I would purchase it again.
Doris GuerreChaley –
My daughter and I put this together but we tossed the instructions to the side and started winging it. The instructions are only there to confuse you more. You will want a phillips head handy. Once it was assembled it was worth the price and work for it. My only gripe is it could really use a handle on the side to help turn it. Once you have some weight in it you feel like you are spinning the wheel on the price is right. Speaking of the price is right, I think this purchase is worth the money. I cant wait to see how well it works in the long run.
Gmom –
Instructions could be better. As a technical person it was ok. Pictures and directions for the average person could be better. Extra hardware was good but should be mentioned.had to double check to make sure I didn’t miss one.
Great purchase, so far no problems. Easy to assemble. –
The thermometer is something I would use for a turkey, not compost. The probe isn’t anywhere near long enough to get to the centre of the compost in the tumbler once it’s full, and that’s where I’m told I have to measure to make sure it’s cooking properly. The tumbler itself seems good, except I do wish there was a stopper for the little doors. They slide out too easily, usually leaving gunk all over some part of me.
Allan M. –
Ok, so the directions suck…
That said, start with the door panel (make sure the arrows on it line up with the arrows on the end pieces) and then add panels one at a time till you get back to the door panel. 5 screws per panel. I started with the center screw, then added the two screws to secure new panel to previous one. Then add another panel. When you get to the final panel, tuck it under the door panel and then “pop” the back end down and add screws. Once you do a couple of panels you will realize the assembly is very straightforward. I used the center divider to give it extra rigidity.
The legs just literally “snap” together. It really is that easy, not kidding. Slide the axle through the drum and screw to the legs. Done. Took me a little over 20 min. An electric screw gun would really speed things up.
Once assembled it is quite sturdy. The center axle is large and will support a loaded drum well. The drum spins very easily.
The doors tho small are more than big enough for my big hands. I add a little every day, no problem.
Everyone should compost. It’s good for balancing your veggie gardens soil. Even tho we have an unlimited supply of aged horse poop (we have Rock Mountain horses) compost fills in other gaps in soil balance. Basically start with dry, than alternate with wet/dry/wet/dry. Tumble once every 4 to 7 days. Depends on heat and moisture. (hotter and wetter you turn more often) There is lot’s of information on composting, well worth reading up on it. At least read about what you CAN’T compost. Do this and you will be fine.
Even tho we’ve had this for a short time I am very pleased. No more turning a compost heap. This is luxury composting for me 🙂
jacob k hill –
I bought this last year but just got around to using this year. So far, so good.
It’s held up well; however, it will leak if there is alot of wetness inside. If you keep it outside, not much to worry about. It’s pretty full and turns easily.
One thing I’m pleased about: no critters have tried to access. I’ve put in pineapple cuttings. I was worried about attracting raccoons. Nope. Thank goodness.
If you need something attractive and is designed pretty good, you can’t go wrong with this one – especially for the price. (It is now $10 cheaper than when I purchased).
I highly recommend.