Although a diaper pail isn’t a necessity, it is a nice and useful addition to a baby’s nursery. I have a wonderful two month old, and I change a lot of nappies in a day. Changing the garbage constantly can become tiring. Plus the stench lingers. Let’s talk about the best diaper pail you can choose from!
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Best Diaper Pail Reviews 2020: The Most Popular Ones To Try
Ubbi Steel
This diaper pail from Ubbi is made out of steel and has rubber seals. Its entire body is powder coated to help keep the odor from escaping. One thing that I find great about this one is that you can use regular tall kitchen bags inside of it. Using regular kitchen bags can save you a lot of money. The lid has a part that slides open so that you can easily throw the nappy away while the smell stays inside it. It can hold up to fifty. There is a child lock feature and the lid closes slowly so that your fingers won’t get pinched. Available in a variety of colors and has won six awards.
Pros:
- Steel design helps to keep the odor from escaping
- You can use regular tall kitchen bags instead of expensive liners
- It has won six awards
- It can hold up to 50 nappies!
- Child lock feature and slow closing lid
Cons:
- It’s a little pricey
- If the bag is too full, it can be difficult to remove or catch on the back hinge and tear open
- Once your child starts solids, the smell can be harder to contain
Munchkin Step Diaper Pail
For every Munchkin diaper pail that gets sold, Munchkin will plant a tree. Which in my opinion, is awesome! The foot pedal makes for a much easier disposal. It has a child lock feature and seals the bag when the lid is closed. You can buy lavender scented baking soda and refills for it too.
You can also use two different types of bags; either the seal and toss or the rings and snap bags.
Pros:
- You can use two different types of bags
- Step pedal makes for easier disposal
- Child lock feature
- Lavender scented bags
- Easy to clean
Cons:
- The bags can get expensive
Dekor Plus Hands Free
This Dekor Plus diaper pail has triple odor protection and is available in different colors. It can also be used for cloth nappies or as a regular trash can when your child is fully toilet trained. It is available at a great and affordable price too. To dispose, you step on the pedal and just toss it inside. The liners are even baby powder scented, which won’t smell worse when mixed with soiled nappies.
Pros:
- You can purchase special liners to use with cloth nappies
- You can use as a regular trash can
- Very affordable price
- Lead and latex free
Cons:
- It can be difficult to replace the liners
- It does not hold a high quantity
- Inserts can be expensive
Bubula Steel
This Bubula Steel diaper pail is a lot larger than other ones on the market. It is available in multiple colors and can be used as a regular trash can as well. Its tall design makes it easier to throw diapers away. When you place a diaper inside, it stays in a compartment until the lid is closed, and then is released into the bottom; this ensures keeping odors locked in. It can use standard sized diaper liners which can save you money.
Pros:
- Nappy stays in top compartment until lid is closed
- Tall and lightweight, making it easier to use
- Excellent customer service
- Airtight seal on the lid
Cons:
- There is no child lock feature
Odorless Cloth
This seven gallon diaper pail is the only one on the market that is specifically made for cloth nappies. Made out of recycled plastic, it is great for eco conscious parents. There are two locking handles on either side of the pail to keep odors inside. It has a carbon filter that easily screws through the lid. This one also comes with a washable liner, which saves you from buying multiple liners or refills.
Pros:
- Eco friendly and made out of recycled plastic
- Easy to clean
- Made for cloth nappies
- Washable and reusable liner
- Large seven gallon size holds a lot
Cons:
- Not very tall
- Because it is made of plastic, it isn’t very durable
Diaper Genie Customizable
If you would like your diaper pail to coordinate with your nursery perfectly, then this is the one for you. You can choose a fabric sleeve to add to it so that it doesn’t look out of place. This model has the maximum odor control protection out of all the range. It can hold up to fifty qat once. Once the lid is opened, you push the nappy into the trap door, where it falls into the seven layered refill.
Pros:
- Can fit in perfectly with your baby’s nursery
- Refills have seven layers
- Lightweight
Cons:
- You have to push the nappies through the trapdoor
- The refills can be costly
Bundle Tumble
This diaper pail is available in two sizes; you can choose from sixteen liter or twenty five liter. It is made of one hundred percent ABS and lead free materials. The plastic is very durable and easy to clean. The foot pedal helps to make disposal easier. You can also use this as a regular trash can.
Pros:
- Lightweight and easy to clean
- The refills are cheaper than a lot of other brands
- Available in two sizes
- Foot pedal makes for an easier disposal
Cons:
- Only comes in blue
Things to Consider Before You Buy A Diaper Pail
Odor Control
You will want a pail that hides the stench. Ways to make sure it will hide the stench is an airtight seal with a locking lid. Smells are inevitable when you open and close it frequently. If it’s is opened too much or isn’t good at hiding the smells, the smell can linger in the room. A lot of them also offer scented liners, bags, and pods to place inside.
Easy Disposal System
The point of buying one is to make disposal easier and less stinky. If you have to constantly push them down, that defeats the purpose. Some have a step pedal that make disposal easier. Others also have an easy open lid or sliding lid on top so that you only need one hand to throw the soiled nappy away. You also don’t want it to get caught or snagged on something while disposing, causing it to open and the contents to spill out.
Changing Bags
Changing bags and liners can become a hassle sometimes. Some are difficult to change out the bags or liners. You will want one that has an easy unlocking button or simple way to just pull the bag out. Even if it is easy to take out, you will want it to be easy to reinsert as well.
Different Kinds
Basically, there are two kinds of pails. The dry and the wet one. It is important to know this before buying one so you’ll make a good decision.
A dry one possess the same or almost the same features of a trash can. They are both cleaned with a liner and does not have any standing water. This type is advisable if your baby is using the ordinary disposable nappy or if he or she has a sensitive skin and uses cloth nappies, using dry ones will work too. But kindly take note and please keep in mind that before disposing a cloth nappy you should get rid of its waste first. You can do it by peeling or cleaning it out over the toilet.
Dry diaper pails are the most lightweight of all and you can easily move them around your home. Also, they are a safer option than the wet pails.
But just like all the other products, it has its cons too. Some of them is that cloth diapers may be a bit smelly (and may stain, too) so it will need to be purified and sanitized from time to time.
The wet pail is used solely for cloth nappies. A wet diaper pail holds the cloth nappies with water filling the whole pail until they go through a whole wash cycle.
Moms often use natural products to combine with the water. Natural products that are preferred are usually white vinegar and baking soda. These are added to the water to easily get rid of the stains and prevent odors from staying on the cloth nappies.
If you are new to this, note that you should not use or add bleach to the water because it can ruin your cloth diapers. The wet diaper pail is obviously a better option than the dry diaper pail for cloth diapers.
Stains do not stick on it due to the presence of water and there is typically lesser odor because of the water too. But unlike the dry diaper pail, the wet pail is heavier due to the weight of the water and they are messier to use. You will also need to treat the water accordingly.
Conclusion
Changing diapers is inevitable when you have a baby. Having the best diaper pail can help make the process easier and help to hide the odor.
