The Essential Living Composter (4-Tray) Worm Vermicomposter
Best efficient system for converting kitchen scraps into rich soil.
The Essential Living Composter is the 3rd generation of worm composters created by FCMP Outdoor. Building on the tremendous success of the original “Classic” Living Composter, the Essential Living Composter offers all the same design features at a budget friendly price. A moisture control water retention channel runs around the outside of each tray. Instead of allowing the liquids to fall directly through the tray this channel gathers moisture to prevent the bedding from drying out along the edges. When it’s time to expand your living composter a collection of 52 angled tunnels extend down from the base of each tray directly into the bedding of the tray below. This provides ample opportunity for worms to migrate between trays. Aeration is important for happy worms and good compost. A series of support points are molded into the lower edge of the trays. This raises the trays slightly allowing 360 degrees of airflow across the bedding. In addition to our proprietary features both models of the Living Composter have all the features traditionally found in top end vermicomposters. The liquid collected in the reservoir base is known as worm tea. Mix 1 part tea with 1 part water to create an excellent fertilizer for plants. The speed and efficiency of the vermicomposting process keeps typical composing odor to a minimum and allows the unit to be kept inside and used year-round. Constructed from BPA free, UV inhibited, recycled polypropylene the plastic is contact safe and will not degrade if outside under direct sunlight. Unfortunately, despite all the great features of the Essential Living Composter we are unable to send the worms needed to make it work. To purchase the red wiggler worms for your composter a quick internet search should help you find a company that can ship them to you quickly.
$119.99
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Owner Satisfaction
4.3
/ 5
Category Rank
204
/ 440
#204 in Composters
Price vs Category Average
-45%
Below average
Plastic
Polypropylene (PP)
/ Polypropylene (PP)
Who it's for
- Newcomers to composting seeking a straightforward, low-effort system.
- Eco-conscious individuals aiming to reduce household waste and create soil amendments.
- Urban dwellers or apartment residents with limited outdoor or indoor space.
Who should skip it
- Large families or avid gardeners generating high volumes of organic waste.
- Busy individuals unwilling to regularly monitor and adjust their composting environment.
- Budget-conscious consumers looking for zero-cost waste disposal solutions.
Key Specs
Plastic
Polypropylene (PP)
Assembled Dimensions
15"D x 15"W x 30"H
Volume (per tray)
0.53 cu ft / 4 US Gallon / 15 Liter
Colour, Green - UPC
628344140277
Colour, Black - UPC
628344140284
Colour, Grey - UPC
628344140291
Colour, Plum - UPC
628344140307
Features
- Moisture control water retention channel
- Angled tunnels for worm migration
- 360-degree airflow for aeration
- BPA-free, UV-inhibited, recycled polypropylene
- Odor-minimizing design
- Year-round indoor/outdoor use
- Worm tea collection reservoir
What customers say
Customers consistently praise this composter for its straightforward assembly and effective composting capabilities. Many highlight its simple design, which makes managing the worm farm surprisingly easy for beginners and experienced users alike. The multi tray system is often lauded for its efficiency in processing organic waste, leading to rich vermicompost. While some minor concerns about material sturdiness exist, the overall consensus points to a reliable and functional system that delivers on its promise of efficient waste conversion.
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