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Trash Cans For Small Kitchens

Find trash cans for small kitchens that help you manage everyday waste without taking up too much room. Explore compact kitchen trash cans, and compare dimensions and capacity to find an option that fits your available space and daily needs.

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  1. simplehuman - 45 Liter Rectangular Hands-Free Kitchen Step Trash Can with Soft-Close Lid - Brushed Stainless Steel

    SKU: J39PK2H29Q

    Best purchase ever. Love this, big capacity, looks great in my kitchen, easy step on from any angle....Best product...Great product, received on time and we are in love with it overall!!! It looks amazing!!!...

    Product Description

    A brushed stainless steel trash can with hands-free step pedal, soft-close lid, and built-in liner pocket.
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    Your price for this item is $149.99

  2. simplehuman - 55 Liter Rectangular Hands-Free Kitchen Step Trash Can with Soft-Close Lid - Brushed Stainless Steel

    SKU: J39PK2H29L

    Best can ever...Such a great garbage can. Looks great and works well. Soft close lid. Love it....Best trash can ever...I love the shape and size....It fits perfectly in my kitchen and the 55 gallon is...

    Product Description

    A brushed stainless steel hands-free step trash can with soft-close lid, hidden liner pocket, and odor control.
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    Your price for this item is $199.99

  3. Innovaze - 13 Gal./50 Liter Rectangular Stainless Steel Step-on Trash Can for Kitchen - Matte Black

    SKU: JXJSCR2YCX

    Product Description

    A matte black stainless steel trash can with hands-free step pedal, quiet slow-close lid, and removable inner bucket.
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    Your price for this item is $94.99

  4. Innovaze - 13 Gal./50 Liter Rectangular Stainless Steel Step-on Trash Can for Kitchen - Silver

    SKU: JXJSCR2YJ5

    Great can!...This trash can looks great and it feels like it utilizes all of a 13 gallon trash bag, sometimes they

    Product Description

    A sleek silver stainless steel trash can with hands-free step pedal, slow-close lid, and fingerprint resistance.
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    Your price for this item is $94.99

  5. simplehuman - 45L semi-round sensor can, stainless steel - Brushed

    SKU: J39PK2HCZR

    Best wastebasket ever, love the new all stainless design....Love our new 45L trash can. had to replace the one we had for 10 years. Best trash cans....Love the Black Matte.

    Product Description

    A brushed stainless steel, touch-free sensor trash can with fingerprint-resistant coating and built-in liner pocket.
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    Your price for this item is $159.99

  6. Innovaze - 11.9 Gallon/ 45 Liter + Two 1.6 Gallon/6 Liter Rectangular Step-on Trash Can Set For Bathroom and Kitchen - Silver

    SKU: JXJSCRC5S4

    Love the soft close feature!

    Product Description

    A set of brushed stainless steel, fingerprint-resistant step-on trash cans with quiet, hands-free operation.
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    Your price for this item is $115.99

  7. Innovaze - 15.6 Gallon Rectangular Stainless Steel Recycle Step-on Trash Can with Dual 30 liter + 30 liter Compartments for Kitchen - Silver

    SKU: JXJSCR2LVX

    Product Description

    A silver stainless steel recycle bin with dual compartments, step-on pedal, and quiet, slow-close lid.
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    Your price for this item is $149.99

  8. simplehuman - 45L rectangular step can with liner pocket, stainless steel with grey plastic lid - Brushed

    SKU: J39PK2HSZ4

    Great gift...I gave this as a Christmas gift to new homeowners, and they LOVE it....Best gift ever, they said, so pretty happy with my purchase!...Great trash can...I love the fact that the spare trash...

    Product Description

    A brushed stainless steel trash can with a grey plastic lid, silent close, and built-in liner pocket.
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    Your price for this item is $109.99

  9. simplehuman - 55L rectangular step can with liner pocket, steel - White

    SKU: J39PK2HX7L

    I love my garbage can....The white is so fresh looking and the liners on the inside are the best thing ever!!!...Best Trash Can Ever...Absolutely love this trash can it is nice and quiet and perfect addition...

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    A white steel step can with a liner pocket, silent-close lid, and hidden liner rim for cleanliness.
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    Your price for this item is $219.99

  10. iTouchless - 16 Gallon Kitchen Dual Trash & Recycling Bin with AbsorbX Odor Filters - Gray

    SKU: J3L9R955T7

    Product Description

    A gray stainless steel dual-compartment bin with odor filters for efficient kitchen trash and recycling organization.
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    Your price for this item is $259.99

  11. Espafurni - 20Gallon Double Trash Can Cabinet - Farmhouse Wood, Drawers, Tilt - Out Laundry Hamper - Brown

    SKU: J3GWHGS7L9

    Product Description

    A brown MDF tilt-out cabinet with drawers that discreetly stores trash, laundry, or pet food.
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    Your price for this item is $149.99

  12. simplehuman - 5L slim step can, steel - White

    SKU: J39PK2HHRZ

    Small size, matches my fixtures in the bathroom, fits anywhere and the built in bag holder is the best...I love this new gem - it’s in my personal space - Highly recommend it...The best little can for...

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    A slim white steel trash can with a silent-close lid, liner pocket, and durable pedal for tight spaces.
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    Your price for this item is $64.99

  13. simplehuman - 35L Under-Counter Pull-Out Recycler - Multi

    SKU: J39PK2QS26

    Best Garbage/Recycling Bins...Easy to install, great for recycling bottles, plastics and papers....Love it!...Large enough yet small enough because the special bags designed for this are great quality...

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    A multi-colored plastic under-counter recycler with dual buckets and smooth-gliding, full-extension ball-bearing tracks.
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    Your price for this item is $99.99

  14. Unique Bargains - Mini Trash Cans, 0.8 Gallon Press Type Small Desktop Trash Can with Lid for Home Office Car Bathroom - Nordic Blue

    SKU: JXRHHSC372

    Product Description

    A compact Nordic blue desktop trash can with a press lid, made of sturdy, odor-free PP material.
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    Your price for this item is $37.49

  15. RubberMaid - 21 Quart Kitchen, Bathroom, and Office Wastebasket Trash Can - Bisque

    SKU: J7SWHXLWFP

    Love having it near my desk. It looks very nice....I love the shape of it because it’s tall enough that I know that it’ll be a while before the trash overflows

    Product Description

    A durable bisque plastic wastebasket ideal for kitchens, bathrooms, or offices with easy-to-clean design.
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    Your price for this item is $28.22

  16. RubberMaid - 21 Qt Traditional Wastebasket Indoor Home Trash Can Container - White

    SKU: J7SWHXHF5C

    Love the sleek modern design...It is very easy to clean and I love the sleek look....Super sturdy and I love the deep blue color....Love the durability of it!

    Product Description

    A durable white plastic wastebasket with an open-top design for easy disposal and effortless cleaning.
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    Your price for this item is $27.71

  17. iTouchless - 13 Gallon Oval Sensor Kitchen Trash Can with AC Adapter & AbsorbX Odor Filter - Gray

    SKU: J3L9R9556W

    Product Description

    A gray stainless steel trash can with motion sensor lid, AC adapter, and AbsorbX carbon odor filter.
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    Your price for this item is $124.99

  18. iTouchless - 3 Gallon SoftStep Slim Bathroom Step Trash Can with AbsorbX Odor Filter - Pastel Green

    SKU: J3L9R955H9

    Product Description

    A pastel green stainless steel trash can with soft-close lid, odor-absorbing filter, and hands-free pedal.
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    Your price for this item is $69.99

  19. iTouchless - 21.1-Gal. Rectangular Trash Can - Silver

    SKU: J3L9R95SJ2

    Product Description

    A slim stainless steel trash can in silver with odor-absorbing filters and fingerprint-resistant finish.
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    Your price for this item is $197.99

  20. iTouchless - 13 Gallon Stainless Steel Sensor Kitchen Trash Can with AbsorbX Odor Filter - White

    SKU: J3L9R955PL

    Product Description

    A white stainless steel trash can with touchless sensor lid and AbsorbX odor filter for hygienic disposal.
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    Your price for this item is $109.99

  21. iTouchless - 13 Gallon Stainless Steel Sensor Kitchen Trash Can with AbsorbX Odor Filter - Black

    SKU: J3L9R955PQ

    Product Description

    A black stainless steel trash can with touchless sensor lid and odor-absorbing filter for hygienic convenience.
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    Your price for this item is $109.99

  22. iTouchless - 3 Gallon SoftStep Slim Bathroom Step Trash Can with AbsorbX Odor Filter - Gray

    SKU: J3L9R955QZ

    Product Description

    A slim gray stainless steel trash can with a soft-close lid, step pedal, and odor-absorbing filter.
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    Your price for this item is $69.99

  23. iTouchless - 13 Gallon Oval Stainless Steel Sensor Kitchen Trash Can with AbsorbX Odor Filter - Black

    SKU: J3L9R955S4

    Product Description

    A black stainless steel sensor trash can with odor filter offers hands-free, hygienic waste disposal and odor control.
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    Your price for this item is $114.99

  24. TRINITY - PRO EcoStorage 25 Liter Sliding Trashcan - Chrome

    SKU: J3LLSGPRT6

    Product Description

    A chrome and steel sliding trashcan with ball-bearing slides for concealed, easy-access cabinet storage.
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    Your price for this item is $114.99
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The best trash cans for small kitchens make everyday cleanup easier without taking up valuable floor space. A slim kitchen trash can can fit beside a cabinet, at the end of a counter or in a narrow gap near a kitchen island, while a rectangular trash can often sits neatly against a wall. For an especially compact kitchen, an under-sink trash can or pull-out trash bin keeps waste out of sight and leaves walkways clear. Before choosing a small kitchen garbage can, measure the available width, depth and height, including clearance for the lid to open fully. Under-sink models also need room around plumbing, and pull-out systems require enough cabinet space for their mounting hardware and sliding mechanism. Capacity matters just as much as dimensions: a smaller bin saves space but needs more frequent emptying, so consider how often you cook, how much food packaging you discard and whether you separate recycling or compost. Checking which trash bag sizes fit can also help you avoid liners that slip down or bunch up around the rim. Practical features can make a space-saving kitchen trash can more convenient to use and maintain. A step trash can offers hands-free access during food preparation, while a touchless trash can uses a sensor to open the lid without pressing a pedal; check whether the model requires batteries or an electrical connection. A close-fitting lid helps contain odors and keeps kitchen waste out of view, although regular emptying and cleaning are still essential. For easy upkeep, look for a removable inner bucket, smooth surfaces and a liner-retention system that holds the bag securely in place. Stainless steel trash cans offer a streamlined look alongside kitchen appliances, and models with fingerprint-resistant finishes can help reduce visible smudges. Plastic kitchen trash cans are often lightweight and easy to move for cleaning, making them another practical option for apartments and compact cooking spaces. If you need both a garbage bin and a recycling bin, a dual-compartment trash can may simplify sorting in one location, but compare its overall footprint and individual compartment capacities with two separate narrow bins. The right small kitchen trash can balances accessible placement, manageable capacity and easy cleaning while preserving room to cook and move comfortably.

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Trash cans for small kitchens come in styles ranging from stainless steel to matte plastic and decorative finishes. Stainless steel can coordinate with appliances, while white, black, or neutral finishes can complement cabinetry. A concealed trash can keeps the container out of view.

Common lid options include step-pedal, swing-top, touch-top, and motion-sensor designs. Step-pedal models open with a foot press, while motion-sensor models use a sensor to trigger the lid. Open-top trash cans have no lid to operate.

Common placement options include inside a cabinet, beneath the sink, or beside a kitchen island. Pull-out trash cans attach to sliding cabinet hardware, while freestanding models can sit near a food-prep area. Your choice depends on whether you prefer concealed storage or an exposed container.

Kitchen trash cans are commonly made from plastic, stainless steel, or coated metal. Some combine a metal exterior with a removable plastic liner. Finishes include brushed, polished, and matte options to coordinate with different kitchen styles.

Dual-compartment trash cans provide separate sections for garbage and recycling within one unit. Cabinet-mounted systems may also include separate bins for sorting. Labels or color-coded containers can distinguish categories based on your local recycling program.

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