Sleek clean look in my kitchen. Garbage is hidden from site. The auto mode can be turned on or off so grandkids cannot play with it and wear out the batteries... (have not had long enough to say how long the batteries last, but hopefully with the on/off button, they last longer).  Very easy set up from inserting the batteries to putting in the bags.  Love that the bags are hidden from site, adding to the sleek, clean look! I would highly recommend these trash cans.