HOTBIN Mini 100 Composter - 3.5 Cubic Feet (26 Gallon) Compost Bin

Transform your everyday food waste into rich, nutrient-packed compost with the HOTBIN 100 Mini, a compact and efficient hot composting system designed for smaller households and gardens.

Perfect for those who generate less garden waste, the HOTBIN Mini delivers fast, effective composting by maintaining optimal heat levels with just small, regular additions of waste. 

The HOTBIN 100 is recommended for those with at least 5.5 lbs of kitchen and garden waste per week.

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Designed for simplicity and performance, this slim and compact compost bin helps you recycle more and waste less—turning everything from food scraps to garden trimmings into valuable compost in just a few months. Its insulated construction helps retain heat, speeding up decomposition while minimizing odors and eliminating the need for turning or tumbling.

From peelings, tea bags and garden trimmings, the HOTBIN Mini makes composting easy, clean, and rewarding—helping you grow healthier plants and enrich your soil naturally.

The HOTBIN 100 features a built-in leachate collection system that captures nutrient-rich liquid fertilizer. This can be easily drained and diluted (10:1 water ratio) for use around your plants, enhancing soil health and plant growth. For even easier collection, pair your unit with a HOTBIN Plinth (sold separately) to elevate the bin and improve access to the drainage tap. The optional base will lift your HOTBIN by 5" to give easy clearance for a container under the tap.

Features & Benefits:

• Fast hot composting system for quicker results in 30-90 days
• Compact, slimline design ideal for small spaces
• Converts food and garden waste into rich compost
• Easy to remove hatch door panel to harvest mature compost
• Insulated structure maintains optimal composting temperature
• HOTBIN can reach temperatures of 140°F, letting you compost more
• Helps reduce odors and pests
• No turning or tumbling required
• Encourages sustainable waste recycling
• Easy to use with minimal maintenance
• Built-in liquid fertilizer (leachate) collection system
• Includes x2 thermometers, x1 stirring rake, x1 Kick Start bottle, x2 Cam straps, x1 integrated charcoal filter, x1 Integrated leachate collection system
• 3-Year Manufacturer’s Warranty

Ideal For:

• Small households (1–3 people)
• Urban gardens and compact outdoor spaces
• Gardeners with limited waste output
• Eco-conscious users looking to reduce food waste

Care & Maintenance:

• Add a balanced mix of food and garden waste regularly
• Maintain airflow with woody material if needed
• Dilute collected liquid fertilizer before use (10:1 water ratio)
• Clean drainage tap periodically for smooth flow
• Position on a stable, level surface

Additional Information:

The HOTBIN Mini includes a built-in leachate collection system that captures nutrient-rich liquid fertilizer (often called compost tea). This can be easily drained via the blue cap and diluted for use around your plants, boosting growth and soil health.

For easier collection of liquid fertilizer, you can pair your unit with a HOTBIN Plinth (sold separately).