This Tower bin is a stylish-looking addition to any kitchen or utility room, and with a 58-litre capacity, it will meet the household waste disposal needs of most families. It features infrared motion sensing, located at the front of the lid, and automatically senses movement when your hand approaches. The Swan logo is prominently featured on the front of this bin which may deter some buyers; however, it’s only a small niggle for a very retro-looking bin. If you’ve had it with traditional pedal bins and want technology to be of service in your home, you’re in the right place to find out an automatic bin for you. All of the bins we review are intended for household waste only. Finally, this bin comes with a generous 5-year guarantee so that you can be confident that should anything fail in those first five years; you’ll be covered. Details of how to claim in the event of a failure can be found in the box.

NETTA is a brand we’ve not come across before, so we were quite interested in what they had to offer with this sensor bin.An automatic sensor bin is designed to make your life easier. The sensors in the bin will automatically lift the lid for you, so you can just drop your rubbish in and be on your way. The sensor bin features a brushed stainless-steel body with an automatic opening lid. It will look good in any environment, be it a kitchen, bathroom, office, or any other area where a hands-free, hygienic bin is needed.

After five seconds of inactivity the lid will close automatically, meaning this bin also ensures that you never again have to touch it – keeping your hands clean and hygienic. Using infrared technology which senses your hand from around 15cm away, this bin will add a little glamour to your kitchen! The sensor bin has a clear digital screen which lets you know when the bin lid is closing and has a manual override button when you want to keep the lid permanently open.

This is a 50L capacity rectangular sensor bin available in stylish colours to suit your kitchen decor. There’s a choice of capacities too, 30L, 42L and 50L. We’ll focus this review on the 50L model. The steel body is particularly durable, and NETTA claims it is made from commercial-grade stainless steel. It certainly feels stronger than other bins we’ve reviewed.

Accentuate your personal style and add some pizzazz to your household waste storage with this Morphy Richards Chroma Square Sensor Bin. This model looks very similar to the NETTA model we reviewed above. However, this model comes with a Morphy Richards 5-year guarantee. The sensor bin lid will automatically close after 5 seconds of inactivity have passed. The brushed stainless steel bin body features a non-corrosive coating, meaning no rust will appear from any splashes during use. We couldn’t find any details about a guarantee with this bin which is a shame as that does help buyer confidence. However, this bin is one of the most affordable we’ve reviewed, so if you want to take a chance and save, it’s an option.All this technology is wrapped up in a stylish, durable stainless steel body which is non-corrosive and will last for years. Features and Benefits Perfect for when you need both hands free, like when you’re dealing with messy leftovers or unyielding chopping boards, this bin opens automatically when it senses your hand. If you’re a fan of retro, then this is the bin to have in your household. Swan has made the smart choice of making this bin available in various retro colours, including blue, cream, green and even pink! You’re therefore spoilt for choice when it comes to colour selection. Some colours are more expensive than others, so be sure to factor that into your buying decision. The lid remains open for a few seconds of inactivity before closing automatically. The lid has been designed to form a close seal to help seal any bad odours.

Made from a non-corrosive stainless steel exterior with a retainer ring to allow hassle-free replacement of bin liners, this sensor bin is a handy addition to your household to save on time and cross-contamination. Morphy Richards has provided a generous 5-year guarantee with this sensor bin, so you have peace of mind if a fault develops. There are four different colours available, Silver, Titanium, Ivory/Rose Gold and Silver/Rose Gold. You’re covered with a 2-year warranty, which isn’t as generous as the five years Tower gives but does give peace of mind should any faults occur during the first couple of years of ownership. So if you’re looking for a hygienic solution for waste disposal in your home or office environment, take a look at the sensor bin features below to find one that suits your needs.The sensor bins we review have a variety of colours and material finishes suiting all tastes and needs. Some are fingerprint-resistant, which if you have young children may be something to consider. All bins require batteries and we will, where possible, indicate which battery type and the quantity required to power each bin. A manual override button also features on the slim soft-close lid, which allows you to open when necessary and even comes with 3 free lemon scented bin liners. It requires 4 x ‘AA’ batteries to operate, and the stainless-steel body has a non-corrosive coating.