I love the design of this item.  For years we have kept a compost tub on the counter and emptied into our outdoor compost bin every few days.  But we had to keep a plastic grocery bag inside it to hold the compost.  It was unsightly and messy.  The 1 Gallon Kitchen Composter comes with its own inner bucket and a lid that seals moisture and aroma inside.  It looks nice, and cleanup is easy.