Food waste disposer (disposer) under the sink - an overview of the best models

Modern technologies make it possible to equip the kitchen to the highest standards. The development of a disposer, which is installed directly under the sink and shreds food waste, made life easier for a person. In addition to the main purpose of helping with the household, the device eliminates one of the main problems with the environment. You can learn more about the work of the disposer from our article, and the editors of the site "bestx.htgetrid.com/en/" have prepared for you an overview of the best food waste disposers of 2020.

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Disposer - concept and principle of work

A chopper or disposer is a device that is installed under the kitchen sink and processes food waste. Siphon clogging is one of the most common problems when washing dishes. No matter how hard you try, food particles fall into the pipe, accumulate and form a "plug".

Another quality of the shredder is the elimination of unpleasant odors. Usually, all waste is thrown into the trash can, storing quickly deteriorating used products for an hour gives a characteristic fetid odor and sometimes releases moisture. In this situation, it is necessary not only to urgently get rid of garbage, but also to thoroughly wash the bucket. The shredder will completely save you from routine and unpleasant work.

The device is a continuation of the siphon, which allows you to hide the overall device in the cabinet under the sink. In order to understand the principle of operation, we will deal with the components of the disposer.

The engine and the entire system are housed in a metal housing. Two slots of the device are provided for food waste inlet and outlet. The upper part is attached directly to the sink, the second to the sewer riser. A distinction is made between mechanical and electrical devices. The grinding mechanism itself is located at the bottom of the case, so do not be afraid to injure your hands when disposing of waste.

The shredder inside the device consists of a crushing system that rotates frequently. The main work disc is made of stainless steel. After that, the leftovers undergo additional processing through a grater, which is installed on the sides of the inner part of the disposer. This process converts large waste into a fine gruel. The size of the device corresponds to a three-liter can.

What can be shredded in the device:

vegetables;
fruits;
fish and chicken bones;
bread;
pasta;
porridge from different cereals;
shells of loose nuts;
cigarette butts;
napkins
crusts.

What cannot be shredded in the device

various packaging of any products made of PVC, rubber, metal;
natural and artificial hair, the reason is not that the device cannot grind them, there is a danger of a particle entering the engine, which will break down due to winding a curl on a rotating cylinder;
hard materials, glass, wood, metal, plastic;
ghee, animal fats;
fatty meats, banana peels, and other similar foods will reduce engine performance.

Disposer advantages and disadvantages

In order to choose the best device, consider what the pros and cons it has.

Benefits:

convenience, there is no need to clean dishes from food debris;
aesthetics, there is completely no unpleasant smell;
environmental friendliness, all garbage goes to the sewer, and not to the landfill;
economy of time, getting rid of blockages can significantly reduce the time for cleaning and cleaning in the sink;
safety, thanks to the installation of a mechanism with sharp edges at the bottom of the tank, it is impossible to get hurt.

Disadvantages:

the device requires a large amount of water, so it is necessary to prepare for an increase in the volume of consumption by 3 liters per day, the device itself also costs a lot of money;
the consumption of electricity increases, there are two opinions at this point, some experts believe that the device consumes no more electricity than an ordinary lamp, but at the same time, if the dispenser is installed for several washes and is larger, then the costs increase significantly;
when using corrugated pipes, material gaps are quickly clogged;
sorting, some waste cannot be recycled in the appliance, therefore products will have to be revised.

How to choose the best kitchen dispenser

When deciding to purchase a disposer, you need to pay attention to the following signs:

Apparatus for loading differ, there are portioned and continuous. It is more convenient to choose the second option so as not to waste extra time preparing the mechanism for operation.
An electrical appliance consumes more energy than a mechanical one, but no additional effort is required.
Approach the choice of material with responsibility, stainless steel is a guarantee of a long operation of the device.
For crushing almost any waste, it is better to choose a disposer with a drive of 500 W or higher.
Be sure to measure the diameter of the drain hole to match the size of the device. And also make sure there is enough space under the sink for the shredder. This is one of the main mistakes when choosing a shredder.
The speed control function allows you to control the process of the mechanism.
The additional quality of the dispenser in the form of protection against overheating and the ingress of prohibited materials allows the device to turn off automatically.
Pay attention to soundproofing. A too noisy device will not allow you to use it at night.

The price of the disposer varies from 6,000 to 25,000 rubles.

Top chopper manufacturers

The most popular models of disposer manufacturers:

InSinkErator;
ZorG;
Franke;
Bonecrusher.

In this review, we will consider the models of some manufacturers in detail, which will make it possible to choose the best disposer for the home.

Varieties and characteristics of the disposer

Name	View	Characteristic
Power	300 watts	Performs the main function, but has an impressive list of prohibited waste for recycling
	500 watts	Allows you to grind less strong bones
	800-1200 W	Highly efficient device with a large list of products approved for grinding
Crushing chamber volume	0.7 - 1.5 liters	The higher the volume, the more waste can be recycled in one cycle
Housing	stainless steel	Has anti-corrosion function and is more resistant to external influences
	polycarbonate	Durable, but can fade, burst and make noises over time
Loading type	portioned	It is required to wait until the end of the cycle, only then produce the next volume of waste
	uninterrupted	Dishes are washed at the same time as the shredder
Case dimensions and weight	TT 7 kg and more	Matches exclusively to a personal sink in the kitchen
Noise isolation	depends on class from A to G	The lower the class, the more audible the processing process
Launch type	mechanical	Requires pressing of a dedicated button to start a grinding cycle
	auto	After entering the waste drain, the device automatically starts the process
Turnovers	minimum number of revolutions - 1400	A smaller amount will not cope with recycling and will clog the drain. The higher the indicator, the faster and more efficiently the process is performed
Protection	from overheating	If these functions are available, the device automatically stops the cycle.
	from hitting metal objects
Life time	from 7 years old and above	The minimum terms are set on the devices of the Chinese manufacturer, while some guarantee a period of about 10 years and are the most reliable

Review of the best shredder models in 2020

The rating of quality models will provide an opportunity to find out which company is better to purchase a disposer.

Waste shredder Franke Turbo Elite TE-75

Top selling model. The body is made of stainless steel and plastic. The capacity is 0.75 liters per second. Power: 550 W. Equipped with a pneumatic button. Start type - electric in continuous operation. Chamber volume - 1 liter. Speed - 2800 rpm. There is a filtration system. Noise isolation at a high level. The average price is 23,000 rubles.

~~Waste shredder Franke Turbo Elite TE-7~~

Advantages:

continuous processing;
low engine noise;
average chamber volume;
a pneumatic switch allows you to stop the engine at any time;
effective.

Disadvantages:

high price.

Bone Crusher BC-810 food waste crusher

Aimed at a small family of 6 people. It guarantees shredding of all types of waste. It is possible to install a button or remote control. It is not recommended to process: food with hard fibers, plastic objects and hot fat. Capacity ½ liters per second. Rotation at 2600 rpm. Automatic device protection is enabled. Materials - stainless steel. Weight - 5.2 kg. The average price is 20,000 rubles.

~~Bone Crusher BC-810 food waste crusher~~

Advantages:

effective;
crushes most of the waste;
safety in the form of automatic shutdown.

Disadvantages:

high price;
small chamber volume.

Bone Crusher BC600 (BC610) kitchen food waste chopper

The model is older than the one presented, but has excellent qualities. It has proven itself due to its compact size, as it takes up a minimum of space under the sink. Rotation speed - 2600 rpm. The chamber is made of stainless steel. Equipped with a pneumatic button. Electric type of device with continuous waste loading. Warranty: 5 years. The average price is 16,000 rubles.

~~Bone Crusher BC600 (BC610) kitchen food waste chopper~~

Advantages:

automatic work;
minimum body size;
powerful.

Disadvantages:

inexpensive;
small chamber volume;
problems with processing complex waste may arise.

Household waste shredder Bort MASTER ECO

Manufacturer - China. Light weight - 4.36 kg. Power - 0.5 liters per second. Productivity - 3.2 kilograms per second. Chamber - 90 cm. 2 grinding stages. Equipped with soundproofing. There is a function of protection against overload and overheating. The average price is 8,000 rubles.

~~Household waste shredder Bort MASTER ECO~~

Advantages:

a light weight;
equipped with 2 stages of grinding;
protected from breakage;
low price.

Disadvantages:

very small chamber volume;
no automatic shutdown;
low-performance;
only 2 years warranty.

Waste shredder Status Premium 200

The disposer is made of stainless steel. Manufacturer - Italy. Suitable for use by 5-6 people. Power - 0.75 liters per second. Management is pneumonic. The electric motor enables continuous operation. Camera - 1.2 liters. Chopper rotation speed - 1450 rpm. There are 3 speeds.The average price is 18,000 rubles.

~~Waste shredder Status Premium 200~~

Advantages:

high performance;
there is a possibility to switch speeds;
continuous work.

Disadvantages:

high price;
no automatic protection;
standard noise insulation.

Household waste crusher MIDEA MD1-C56

The capacity is 0.75 liters per second. Induction motor. Disk rotation speed at a high level - 2600 rpm. Motor type - magnetic. There is an overload protection function. Fully automatic. Made of stainless steel. Soundproofing is complete. Light weight - 5.3 kg. The average price is 10,000 rubles.

~~Household waste crusher MIDEA MD1-C56~~

Advantages:

low price;
copes well with the main task;
rarely needs repair;
good insulation.

Disadvantages:

2 year warranty.

Waste crusher Hurakan HKN-FWD370A

Country of origin - China. High speed permanent magnet motor. Equipped with a large compartment for shredding waste. Rotation speed - 4200 rpm. Drain hole diameter: 86 to 92 mm. Weight 4.3 kg. The average price is 8,000 rubles.

~~Waste crusher Hurakan HKN-FWD370A~~

Advantages:

low price;
efficiency due to the large number of revolutions per minute;
easy.

Disadvantages:

no automatic mode;
no pneumatic button;
only one mode;
2 year warranty.

Food waste disposer UNIPUMP VN 51

It can be installed in one- or two-section sinks made of any material with a drain hole diameter of 90 mm. Mechanism type - electric and continuous. Pneumatic switch (allows you to safely turn on the chopper with wet hands). Turns - 4000 liters per second. The volume of the chamber is 0.7 liters. Automatic overload protection system. Made of stainless steel. Country - China. The average price is 8500 rubles.

~~Food waste disposer UNIPUMP VN 51~~

Advantages:

low price;
powerful engine;
pneumatic button;
continuous work.

Disadvantages:

no automatic protection;
low warranty period.

Bort Titan 4000

Power, liters per second - 0.5. Allows you to grind in one cycle - 4.2 kg; Speed 2 800 rpm; The volume of the chamber made of metal is 200 ml. The number of grinding modes - 3; Equipped with a soundproofing system. Overload and overheating protection included. Weight - 5.6 kg. The average price is 10,000 rubles.

~~Bort Titan 4000~~

Advantages:

highly efficient;
implemented three-stage grinding;
low price;
a light weight.

Disadvantages:

no automatic shutdown;
low speed travel;
small camera.

Food waste disposer ZORG Inox ZR-38D

Motor type - magnet. Performance up to 3000 rpm. Low noise level: 50-60 dB. Light weight - 5.3 kg. Chamber volume - 1 liter. Automatic overload and power protection system. Made of stainless steel. Average price: 10,000 rubles.

~~Food waste disposer ZORG Inox ZR-38D~~

Advantages:

effective;
high speed;
volumetric chamber;
budget price;
protection at a high level.

Disadvantages:

minor breakdowns occur.

Independent or professional installation of the device

The choice of installation lies entirely with the buyers. If the choice is made in favor of installation by the company's specialists, then you will have to pay at least 3 thousand rubles. But there is a 100% guarantee of the seller and the installer in trouble-free operation from the beginning of the purchase.

When deciding to self-install the disposer, you must adhere to the following instructions:

There must be a socket near the appliance. Make sure that the correct diameter of the appliance with the sink drain is selected. And also if you buy a mechanical device, you need to find a place for the button.
Shut off the water.
Disconnect the siphon from the drain, clean.
Under the bottom of the sink, it is necessary to install the rubber pad included in the equipment kit.
Install the mount.
Attach the inlet and the device itself to the drain.
Connect the outlet to the sewer pipe.
Plug the dispenser into a power outlet.

If all requirements and instructions are fulfilled, the service life of the device will correspond to the declared by the manufacturer

Terms of use and safety measures

The work process is as follows:

Water turns on;
It is plugged into an outlet or by pressing a button the device itself;
Before washing dishes, remove waste that cannot be recycled in the grinder;
Waste, along with water, goes into the dispenser mechanism.
Manual shutdown is performed with a mechanical view of the device. The work process ends when the noise stops.

Breakdown - how to fix it?

Disposer is easy to install and does not require additional maintenance or replacement of any consumables. Although the design is not complicated, sometimes breakdowns are detected, which occur due to the following factors:

incorrect installation and connection of the device was made;
the electricity in the outlet is intermittent;
the control unit burned out;
a metal or other solid object has fallen into the device;
the tightness of the pipes is broken;
material wear has occurred.

If the disposer stops working, it is necessary to check only what is possible without professional skills. For example, the correct connection of the outlet, drain to the device and make sure there are no leaks. In other cases, you must contact the specialists who provide warranty service. Inappropriate handling of technology will only aggravate the breakdown.

The disposer began to be used 90 years ago in foreign countries; in Russia, the popularity of the device has just begun to gain momentum. In general, the universal apparatus really helps in the household and eliminates many problems. When purchasing, it is necessary to clearly determine the installation location and the diameter of the drain.