The oval shape makes it a bit challenging to fit standard 12Gal trash bags around the top, but that's the only reason I deducted a star. I use this for my recycling in my kitchen. I love it! My regular trash can is the type where you step on it to release the lid, but it opens with a bit of force, which usually pushes any trash smells into the kitchen - gross. With this Swinger trash can, it's easy to add recycling to the bin, while limiting any smells! I'm definitely going to replace my trash bin for one of these swinger bins in the future!