I purchased this can for a family of 4. This trash can uses regular trash bags and holds just as much trash as our last trash can if not more because I can store both trash and recycling in one can. The sleek design and color even brightens up the area where my can sits. The trash can is voice and motion activated which allows the can to stays free from germs and smears. I have two children a 10 and 4 year old they love using the trash can; I think they see it as a cool ‘toy’ but no more messy trash can so it’s a win! It also locks in smells so your home doesn’t smell like trash when you do happen to open the trash can. Highly recommended.