Reencle Food Waste Composter Review: is it Actually Worth It?
If you have ever stood in your kitchen holding a limp bag of salad greens, onion skins, and a pile of coffee grounds, thinking, “I should compost,” only to immediately remember everything that comes with traditional composting, you are not alone. Outdoor bins can smell, invite pests, require maintenance, and honestly feel like a hobby you did not sign up for. Even countertop compost gadgets can sometimes feel like glorified dehydrators that still leave you with “something” you are not quite sure what to do with.
That is why the Reencle Food Waste Composter immediately appealed to me. It promises a composting experience that is clean, quiet, and simple enough to fit seamlessly into everyday life. No turning a pile outside. No worrying about fruit flies. No needing a backyard. It is designed to sit indoors like a normal kitchen appliance and quietly transform food waste into something useful. After using it, I get the hype. Reencle is not just “nice for eco people.” It is the kind of appliance that can change how your household treats waste, simply because it makes the sustainable option the easy option.
[Note: while I am reviewing this item independently and honestly, it should be noted that I received the Reencle Prime from Reencle for the purpose of this review.]
What the Reencle composter is & how to set up
At its core, Reencle is an indoor electric composter, but it is not the same as many of the popular countertop systems that dry, grind, and reduce scraps into dry flakes. Reencle uses a microbe-based composting system, so the end result is much closer to real compost than dried scraps that still need further processing. The idea is simple: you add food waste to the machine, it breaks it down continuously over time, and you periodically remove compost-like output that can be cured and used as a soil amendment. This approach makes Reencle feel more like a real compost system designed for modern living rather than a “food recycler” that simply shrinks your trash. Reencle is also designed to be odor-controlled, using carbon filtration and airflow management to keep your kitchen from smelling like a science experiment.
One of the things I loved instantly was that Reencle doesn’t make you jump through hoops to get started. A lot of eco appliances come with that annoying energy of “congrats, now learn composting.” Reencle is not like that. You set it up like you would any premium kitchen appliance. It comes with the essentials, including a compost starter pack, filters, and accessories, making it feel like a complete system out of the box. The learning curve is refreshingly low. Instead of feeling like you need to research what can go in, how to layer things, and how to manage moisture from day one, Reencle makes it feel intuitive. You open the lid, add scraps, close it, and move on with your life. This matters because user friendliness is the entire point. If composting feels complicated, most people quit. Reencle’s biggest strength is that it removes friction.
Daily use: The easiest composting routine I’ve ever had
Once Reencle is running, you stop thinking about composting as “a task.” It becomes an automatic habit. You cook, you prep food, you scrape scraps, and instead of throwing them into the trash, you drop them into Reencle. That single swap is where the magic happens, because it changes how you relate to food waste. It is no longer something gross you want to get rid of quickly. It becomes part of a cycle. And because Reencle is designed to live inside your kitchen, it feels natural. It is not a trip outside. It is not a special bin with mystery liquids at the bottom. It is an appliance that fits into daily life, like a coffee maker. The best part is that it does not demand constant attention. You are not babysitting it. It runs quietly in the background, doing its thing, and you interact with it when you add scraps or remove output.
Let’s be real. If an indoor composter smells bad, it is dead on arrival. This is the number-one make-or-break feature of any kitchen compost system. Reencle understands this and makes odor control a core part of its design, using filtration to keep smells contained. And in actual use, this is where Reencle earns its keep. It does not fill your kitchen with “compost vibes.” Instead, it stays neutral enough to blend into your environment. That is critical for small spaces, apartments, or households where not everyone is equally excited about becoming a compost person. It’s the difference between a product you tolerate and a product you keep using.
Does the Reencle Prime output actually feel like compost?
Yes, and that is one of the reasons I respect Reencle as a serious product. The result is not just dried bits of food. It is an earthy, soil-like material that feels far closer to compost than what most countertop systems produce. You’ll still want to treat it properly before dumping it into delicate plants, but it feels like something you can use with confidence. Even if you are not a gardener, there is something very satisfying about seeing food waste turn into usable material. It gives you a tangible sense of impact, which is rare in sustainability products. Many eco changes feel abstract. This one feels real.
Final verdict: Should you buy the Reencle food waste composter?
Let’s address the obvious. Reencle is $499. That is a major expense for something that deals with garbage. But here is the thing: it does not feel like you are spending $499 on trash. It feels like you are spending $499 for convenience, cleaner living, and a routine that reduces waste with minimal effort. If you have ever paid extra for a good espresso machine, a Dyson vacuum, or luggage that makes travel easier, you will understand this instantly. Reencle is in that category. It is not essential. It is a quality-of-life upgrade. And if you are serious about reducing food waste and you actually want something you will stick with, the price starts to feel more justified.
If you want to compost but hate the messy, outdoor, high-maintenance reality of traditional composting, Reencle is one of the best “modern life” solutions I have seen. It is user-friendly in a way that makes it genuinely sustainable in the long term, not just a phase you try for a month. It is quiet, clean, surprisingly satisfying to use, and it makes eco habits feel effortless.
If your goal is to reduce waste without turning composting into a personality trait, Reencle might be exactly the appliance you have been waiting for.
Purchase yours today on the Reenncle website here. Does this seem like something you’d use in your household? Thinking about purchasing a Reencle Prime? Let us know your thoughts @bsb.insider on all social media!
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