I bought my vitamix recycler, because although we live in the country and have a compost heap we have to trudge through the snow and ice to get there. So naturally I collect as much compost as possible before I make the trip. I am so delighted with it, I bought one for my sister, which will arrive sometime next month I am told. My husband's company is developing an 18 condominium unit building and we are planning to give a recycler to each purchaser. This will cut down on smelly bags and garbage area. Love the compost you end up with also.