Product review (5 stars): Automated Trash reduction that WORKS
I've had this unit for nearly a year now. After years of using the typical compactors on the market, this one 'gets it done'. The automatic operation keeps all the spongy trash pressed flat. The odor system and sealed door has proven itself with meat wrappers in the bin for days and no odor outside the unit. The bin and door may require 2 hands to open, but if you do like I did, tilt the unit a tad forward with its leveling feet and the bin will extend almost by itself when the door is opened.  The design of the compaction system keeps clean unless you really fill it with wet, messy items and run it.  Might have it run during the morning while your at work - I had mine start at 4am and a few times there were bottles that imploded under pressure and that will wake you up if near by.  The door is reversible and the unit is much less noisy compared with the other brands.