When I got this I was honestly a little skeptical. Relating our experiences and failures with diaper pails I kind of expected this to fall short too. It was easy to setup and get ready for use! I did read the instructions and because of familiarity with many diaper pails I found it easy to get going. Once used it actually did contain the smell! I was so surprised. We have our litter pan in a secluded basement corner but the smell still lingers this did contain it very well! I don't know if I would consider it a must have but it is very much so a nice to have! 

We did receive this product ad part of the Stellar Product Testing Panel.