Compost Tumbler Review & Would I Buy Another One?

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Here's my review on the Maze Compost Tumbler. How well it made compost, what was it like to assemble, was this composter good quality, and would I buy another one?
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@MrMerlinVII 4 жыл бұрын

I use an old cement mixer to tumbe our compost - the motor broke ages ago and the general shape of the machine qualifies it for the junkyard, but it's easy enough to turn the flywheel still. Built a wooden door for it and voila, a free tumbler that has all the necessary features!

@juiced-fightclub-hamster Жыл бұрын

You just answered my question. I got to wondering if an electric cement mixer would work. I found a 6 cu ft mixer for around $300 US .

@terryteed1903 Жыл бұрын

Love a bit of thrift.

@yairbennett8996 4 жыл бұрын

Wish I could have as comprehensive a review as this one on every product.

@hamburger512 3 жыл бұрын

He's only one man

@breedingbubbles 4 жыл бұрын

This is possibly the best and most honest review I have ever seen on any product. Honest feedback without running the product down too much. And I love how Maze Products replied and got involved.

@brigidlaffey7343 3 жыл бұрын

@Jacquie Lautman If I understand you correctly how amazing that you would not only do such a thing but be proud of it and tell others how to invade private space of those you supposedly care for...& to show the more unscrupulous how to do it. Stunned, I am

@hair_ofthedog5023 2 жыл бұрын

I have to say I completely agree. Happy to sub to learn more.

@gmw3083 2 жыл бұрын

I bought a similar cheap one that's still in the box. Requires total assembly. I bought 3 bearings to go on the shaft. Ends and middle. That appeared to be the weakest point. Will do other mods that seem appropriate when i finally put it all together. I don't think mine has a handle. Maybe will add one.

@madisonbabcock6768 5 жыл бұрын

I love how you think about how design will effect old or disabled people! They need to be considered more when making things.

@darkknight145 5 жыл бұрын

Consideration for the old and disabled should be a priority, The hatch should be made bigger to fit them in easier!

@DovidM 5 жыл бұрын

We will all be old someday, and we break a leg at any stage of life.

@rickyrick9328 5 жыл бұрын

affect

@AfkaSound 4 жыл бұрын

Ye sadly this would be prefect for me being a wheelchair user but unfortunate wouldn’t actually be able to build it.

@deomeslives 4 жыл бұрын

@Dror Levi fake

@jashueman 4 жыл бұрын

A friend broke the rotating arm on my maze compost. I googled replacement parts for the bin, ticked the broken components from a list, and pesto! Maze delivered the replacement parts with in a week. Really happy with the compost bin, and maze service.

@edwardchester1 3 жыл бұрын

That's really cool. So few companies offer that, in my experience.

@OutdoorScienceDad 3 жыл бұрын

I appreciate your comment. This compost tumbler is more expensive than others I am considering but I really like this one. Excellent customer service is worth the extra money.

@jennhoff03 2 жыл бұрын

Haha! I know it was a typo, but I'm a big fan of basil, so I'm gonna start saying, "pesto!" when something awesome happens, too. :)

@jasonmitchell8712 2 жыл бұрын

@@jennhoff03 oh no, what have I done! haha..Still love my tumbler! - as do the worms that thrive inside.

@kellicarmichael7462 2 жыл бұрын

The arm looks pretty weak in this review and is clearly an issue as a replacement is now available from Bunnings. My point is, it should be sturdy enough to do what it is supposed to do without the customer having to cop an additional $50 for a replacement gear and handle. Just saying....

@Selfsufficientme 5 жыл бұрын

Happy composting everyone! Long night editing... Time for a different "tumbler" for me - one that holds a spirit... :) P.S Please see this video if you're wondering how long it took to make the compost kzfaq.info/get/bejne/Z7x-htmcv8Woj5c.html Cheers ;) Shop on Amazon for compost tumblers: bit.ly/2V1o46A Shop for Tumbler composters on eBay Australia: bit.ly/2STBxA4

@kivala1695 3 жыл бұрын

oby Hemenway Bomb-Proof Sheet Mulch I recommend you this one... less work but healthier veggies...

@camus83489 11 ай бұрын

i just bought one for my suburban home in Illinois, and this tumbler thing is amazing.

@Kaz_81 4 жыл бұрын

We need someone like you to come up with the design, so it can meet all the needs. Love your videos.

@omegaone7650 4 жыл бұрын

Hello.Thanks. Watched some of your videos. One way we speed up the decay process is, we put our food scraps in the blender, adding water to it. It's worked great for us. It is pretty much ready to use. Cuts down on weeks of decay. Hope this helps.

@xyzsame4081 3 жыл бұрын

And / or collecting stinging nettle leaves and blend them, they add nitrogen.

@LadySpace_888 2 жыл бұрын

This has always been a nice idea but for me personally, not at all sustainable.

@anneewert9945 Жыл бұрын

I know this is an older video, but goodness I just LOVE watching ALL of your videos Mark!!! You are such a gem of a person. Thank you for taking the time to make your videos. I love how informative they are, and I adore your sense of humor.

@piglet4654 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome review Mark. After contemplating it for several months I finally bought one of these this weekend. As a 50-year-old, not particularly mechanically minded female I have to admit I was a little nervous when I opened the box and saw all the parts and the size of the instruction manual. However, 2 ½ hours later I had it put together with a bit of contortionist work but virtually no swearing (most unlike me). The finished product is not too heavy to lift and manoeuver but actually very sturdy. If anyone’s contemplating getting one of these, the instruction manual is really good but here’s 3 handy tips. Look at how many screws they tell you you need in each section. A couple of times they say “Put these 2 screws in first” but they don’t say “then put the next 8 in”. Logical in hindsight but if you’re like me and you follow the instructions exactly as they’re written it’s easy to miss. When you get to the end and find you’ve got screws left over don’t panic like I did and start taking the thing apart. Turns out they give you spares (Doh!). Like Mark I also noticed the handle was a bit wobbly, even though I tightened the screws as much as possible. I ended up removing the handle assembly, held the allen key with a pair of pliers and was able to tighten it a lot more. That fixed the wobble.

@veganvocalist4782 2 жыл бұрын

Gosh you are patient , I would not have ANY motivation to put this product together ;D lol well done

@darthmicrobius 2 жыл бұрын

I agree with the wobble solution here; the screws are not easy to tighten and gives more resistance than expected; unclear if that is a design flaw or intentional.

@sandsoftime29 5 жыл бұрын

I was looking into getting a tumbler and your review has convinced me this is a good option. thank you for the time and the videos, they are very informative and a great help.

@RoseThistleArtworks 5 жыл бұрын

That is very surprising about the nuts and bolts. It is an outdoor item handling acidic compost. That seems like it should be assumed. Thank you for your thorough review.

@DovidM 5 жыл бұрын

I would think that the difference in cost would be minimal for the manufacturer. Perhaps the engineer failed to specify the use of galvanized fasteners.

@ronhopwood1955 2 жыл бұрын

G'day Mark. I have had a tumbler composted for about 4 years. It really does a good job of breaking down matter. It is large and difficult to turn when full, but the results are worth the effort I think. Thank you very much for your videos. I like that you spend a lot of time explaining things. Other gardening shows have too much content and therefore can't devote enough time specific topics etc. Thanks again mate.

@mWaffen 5 жыл бұрын

Build two tumbling units: 50 gallon galvanized barrel with welded stand, motorized turning - (Washing machine geared down) and Evac bottom to wheel barrel: Cost $95 USD; Labor time 6 hours

@VeryLikeLeigh 5 жыл бұрын

You should do a youtube video on how to make this. Or if you know of one already, can you link us to it?

@colinwilson389 4 жыл бұрын

I built a trio of tumblers from 220L Olive barrels I found at a local recylers. They have a wide mouth opening with a screw lid that works perfectly to access the contents. These barrels, 4ea 8 foot 2x4 pieces of lumber and an iron pipe as a pivot and a little hardware completed the tumblers. Total cost for all three was less than $100USD. This design tumbles end over end with the pivot through the sides, not the ends. I added a large handle to the bottom to assist once the contents break down and settle to only half of the tumbler. I wouldn't advise this design for a lightweight or elderly person as it can take your body weight and a little strength to get it to come over the top on each tumble, but most people fit enough to garden would have no issues. I have back issues, but I'm big enough to have no problem getting them to rotate quite easily. I like to fill them up completely all at once. When full, they are well balanced and very easy to tumble. They are now 20 years old and I had to rebuild the frame as it rotted out. The barrels are still as good as ever. These tumblers will compost a mix of mowed grass/weeds, partially composted wood chips and some blood and bone meal to a rich dark compost in 8-12 days. Yes, DAYS! In the last month I have filled the three tumblers 10 times ( 3-4 times each) and produced well over a cubic yard of nice compost. Done that quickly it still has a lot of texture, so the smaller your material is to begin with, the better it comes out. So I mow everything that I put into it. If you want it more broken down, you can then move it to an open bay system and let it rest for a while longer. Straight out of the tumbler it makes a great mulching fertilizer.

@oldbatwit5102 3 жыл бұрын

Motorising a tumbler that only needs a couple of rotations every few days? Put a bloody handle on it.

@giuseppemarozzo6903 2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely love your honesty. Didn't even try to partner with a producer for money, just gave an honest and unbiased review. More of this!

@pholliez 4 жыл бұрын

I just love how fair and thorough you are!

@louistart1173 4 жыл бұрын

That's what his wife says😜

@denismageau8781 4 жыл бұрын

Hi Mark, Denis from northern Canada, I have the same tumbler for about 4 years now and although our seasons are much much shorter than Australia, it still does a great job at composting my kitchen waste and the minus 40 degree weather has not deteriorated the plastic one bit. love you’re your channel very informational. Thanks

@timmartin8191 Жыл бұрын

Never a bad video from you. Always honest and sincere and that is much appreciated!

@naserazizi 2 жыл бұрын

That's I would call it honest review. Unlike those who has commercial connection with suppliers. Thanks Mark. Keep your reviews as it is.

@CaptBeefCake Жыл бұрын

love your honest reviews. This video actually encouraged me to go find DIY barrel composters. A quick search finds many options worth looking at.

@jhamptonjr 5 жыл бұрын

I've seen quite a few compost tumblers here in Kentucky in the United States. Most of them are made from old 55 gallon drums and rigged up to a stand and some even motorized. Never underestimate a real farmers enginuity! Love your videos Mark. Peace!

@donttreadonme1367 4 жыл бұрын

John Hampton we want to do that this year. Do you have any blueprints or links?

@liltalent2381 4 жыл бұрын

Sean Fitzgerald, I don’t think he does mate

@garethbaus5471 4 жыл бұрын

Honestly a 55 gallon drum with one or more internal fins on an axle with a door would probably be quite effective.

@donovan2913 3 жыл бұрын

@@donttreadonme1367 John got real quiet after that question. lulz

@dsbennett 2 жыл бұрын

I saw a composter made out of a few 55 gal drums welded together to make one long tube. It was set on rollers at an angle. Dump in stuff at the high end. Compost comes out the low end. The geared-down handle on this Maze tumbler is a great idea, but I would use all metal construction. I'm too dumb to figure out a motor system though, unfortunately. That would be the best.

@barbarap8602 4 жыл бұрын

I bought one of these a few months ago and agree 100% with everything you say, it’s great for my suburban garden and turns out a wheel barrow load every 6 weeks or so, it’s the first time I’ve had a tumbler and didn’t want to go too expensive to start with either, yes a few small design flaws but I’m very happy with mine so far. 👍🏻😃

@danielkelly234 3 жыл бұрын

really appreciated your evaluation on the Maize compost tumbler, allI ask from anybody is honesty and I believe thats what youropinions are.

@American_Heathen 5 жыл бұрын

Love my tumbler composter. Durning the winter I throw kitchen scraps in there and durning the nice weather. Grass clippings , paper and what else is out there

@ltlbnsgarden 5 жыл бұрын

Hello friend! I love watching your videos, as every video done , your confidence is evident and I love it! You have evolved so much , from when I found your channel. Congratulations on all your continued success my friend, I truly mean it. As far as the tumbler, I really appreciate your honesty. Hope your having an amazing week 🤗

@KKumarIndy 2 жыл бұрын

I loved how you were so happy seeing that finished compost... it really showed compost is gardeners gold!

@keith4154 2 жыл бұрын

A really fair and balanced review. I had been thinking about getting one. It looks like a good product but seems it may have durability issues. I agree the handle looks like it would be the first component that might be a problem , and the cheap perishable fixings swayed our decision not buy one. With lock down seeming endless we have decided to make our own to stay busy at home.

@bluerockcomputingllc4143 3 жыл бұрын

Good quality and good objective info. The Maze compost tumbler turned out to be a good proof of concept. Sometimes that's all we want to know before going whole-hog and spending lots of money on something just to find out it wasn't worth the money and effort. Thanks for taking the time to share your ideas.

@michealsmith1620 4 күн бұрын

If this wasn’t a cool video because of the restoration, it’s a super cool video to see your son playing it after you’ve restored it ❤

@thedragonflygirl77 5 жыл бұрын

Perfect video for me. That composter is in my Bunnings wishlist, for when I save some money. I'll have more of a look into other models, after watching this, but for my use (1 person), I think it may still be the way to go. Thanks for the review. Very helpful 🙂

@donb.1426 5 жыл бұрын

Truly an outstanding video! Excellent review of this product, well done and thanks!

@mariamalacria6076 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, I’ve had all the problems you mentioned. Wish I’d watched your video before I purchased mine 😵‍💫 but you’ve given me ideas on how to use it better. Thank you 🙏

@JoanGeiger 13 күн бұрын

I bought the exact one and after watching your video which was so very helpful about the rusty screws, that I will spray them with black Rust- Oleum after putting the chamber together. Very informative and honest in your review, Thanks

@robertcroft2458 2 жыл бұрын

Always appreciate you honest input on the products you review.

@angelaking8590 4 жыл бұрын

If anyone is still thinking about this composter - we've been really happy with our Maze Tumbler and actually bought it through our local council (goes through Compost Revolution) for about $100 less than Bunnings! I've also bought our worm farms etc through the council. I've just had an early hip replacement and the old bin composter was almost impossible to stir/aerate but this tumbler is excellent. Turns very easily even when really full. We make a huge amount of compost for a small household so still use the old bin, but am thinking of buying a second tumbler for ease of use. I put a tarp under the opening and just dump out all the compost onto the tarp - means I can also separate any worms.

@johndifrancisco3642 3 жыл бұрын

Great review! Thank you. They do the same with stainless steel grills. They fall apart for the same reason, the screws and guts rust out

@tobalzz1 5 жыл бұрын

Hey not much of a Gardner but i love your attitude. you are the only garden person i subscribe to. Keep being you man.

@krazytroutcatcher 4 жыл бұрын

I like the idea of a tumbler. I’ve been using my cement mixer from when I did work on the house and garden constructions.

@SeattlePioneer Жыл бұрын

Repurposing what you already have is A+ frugality!

@pennycarrier1 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for reviewing this Mark. I looked at buying this at my local Bunnings and was lucky enough to have a staff member let me try turning the one they used in the plant section (for the dead plants) to see how hard it was. (I'm 71, petite and not very strong). I found it too difficult to turn (both chambers were full) so decided against it. I already have the Tumbleweed compact 140L composter (made of metal) but it has exactly the same problems, the screws all go rusty (they have sent me a new set but they rusted too) and you can't empty it easily, definitely not into a wheelbarrow or garden cart, and have to stick your hands in to empty it out. Its also hard to turn for an older person so I'm keen to see which one you try next

@heatherhickman734 3 жыл бұрын

I found the hand crank too cumbersome. I place my hands into the "wells" just below the doors and shove downward. When it picks up some momentum, I grad into the next wells. I'm 60 and have back and neck injuries, but I found i manageable. Yep, it was slow to start moving once it was completely filled. But I got to work up to that, since I started with smaller amounts.

@arishmarycanada 3 жыл бұрын

Beautiful Video, it's so nice to watch you tell everyone everything, you break it down greatly. Love the personal intimacy with the camera and your visitors. And I absolutely love your accent and mannerisms. I don't care who knows it, but you are so cute Mr. Thanks for sharing these great videos. Oh, yes, and the production is nice also, clearly hearing you, seeing you, No shaking or wobbling, and it's just great. I hope to buy one of those barrels also one day, just for fun.. 💋

@corruptfaith6674 4 жыл бұрын

I really appreciate this video. This year I put in two 4x8 raised bed with a hinged top so I can open them up or close them with plastic over the top. I built a 4x24 in the back yard. I did several vertical beds for lettuce and kale and I have 4 small herb gardens hanging from the fence. Since I live in the city I don't have a lot of space and was thinking about getting one of these and a worm farm bin. Thanks for the video!

@gemfyre855 2 жыл бұрын

My parents have had one of these for quite a few years now (at least 5) and it's looking a bit worn but still works well. They have a suburban block with a couple of veggie patches and other garden beds.

@waltersherwood6234 5 жыл бұрын

Excellent introduction and an interesting pros and cons. My composter is a plastic drum with a cover and it rotates around a spindle in the middle. End over end till the compost is finished. The cover acts as the collection tray.

@Selfsufficientme 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Walter glad you enjoyed the intro! Cheers :)

@Cheekilyabsent 8 ай бұрын

Assembly: I made a coffee, got myself a chair, and asked my two teenage sons assemble it. They saw it as a fun puzzle challenge. It was a fun family moment 😃 And I love it! It works absolutely perfectly for my inner city property.

@cyn4rest 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Mark. You make some excellent points. This will help me as I shop for one. I'm a newbie gardener in many areas. Thanks again. Hello from So California USA

@lg4626 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome review. Thank you so much. I ordered one before buying and then watched your review. Good to know that it is a good product.

@dlafery2123 2 жыл бұрын

We bought one of these a couple of weeks ago to handle our kitchen scraps. We plan on setting up a three compartment system with pallet boards, like you have and use that for plant waste and dried leaves. We were worried about rodents getting into our compost so thought the enclosed tumbler would be better for kitchen scraps. You are right about it being a bear to assemble. It took my husband over 2 hours to put the tumbler together with my help; a fully assembled drum would be awesome were we to get another. All in all, we love the tumbler. I have it close to my gardening shed so I'm able to give it a few turns with one hand everyday.

@Pamela.B 2 жыл бұрын

Winner! 🏆Best musical score for a composting video. Thank you !

@womanofsubstance8735 4 жыл бұрын

It looks like you could set the thing up on 2 rows of cement "cinder" blocks to raise it to a better height.

@3929Cindy 3 жыл бұрын

Very good review. Very detailed. Pointed out things I didn’t think about like galvanized screws. Thank you.

@martysgarden 5 жыл бұрын

The good old compost Tumbler. I was able to pick up a secondhand one cheaply, same type. I actually found lots of my compost worms found their way in there, so I use it just for household scraps. Those bush Turkeys, glad I don't have them around where I live now,,they used to always destroy my microgreens trays. The buggers would jump up onto the table where they grew,,had to net them off. Thanks for your run down on yours. Like you I don't overload,,,gets too heavy and won't turn. Great video to get people into recycling their own waste instead of going into the bin. Awesome to see your channel doing so well too Mark,,Top Stuff,,go the Aussies! Happy Gardening Marty Ware

@louistart1173 4 жыл бұрын

You could put all kinds of waste in there 💩

@jerrynelson2723 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Mark! This review was highly insightful and will think about your review when purchasing my next tumbler!

@szymczyk77 4 жыл бұрын

That review was aMAZEing, thanks a lot! I actually bought this model after watching this review and I’m pretty happy so far.

@hollydimig3998 7 ай бұрын

Nice to have a tumbler review. I’ve been wondering myself about these. Thanks!

@fifigirl8208 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Mark Instead of using pallets inbetween each bay try using corrugated iron inbetween using 4 star pickets or tomato stakes 2 at back 2 at front slide iron inbetween. So when turning into next bay you can slide out the iron and saves lifting up and over. Saves the back n time. Cheers

@peterforsythe3643 3 жыл бұрын

I’ve got a compost tumbler and it’s *fantastic*. No complaints. One very similar to the Maze reviewed here. They’re the way to go!

@alanjacobsen3507 3 жыл бұрын

I have had the compost Tumblr for years and I love it. Like you with the learning curve I would have bought the double chamber if I was to do it again for the very reasons you mentioned. But I have found after the two weeks that the car post wasn’t quite done but kind of by accident one fall I emptied the compost into some trash bags and stacked them and overwintered it that way. The next spring when I got it to put into the garden it was like black gold. As for me I like composting in the Tumblr.

@DrBob-vn5ni 3 ай бұрын

Just bought this and then saw your excellent video. Glad I made the right choice.

@KambizSayari 3 жыл бұрын

The review was so honest and real I will follow you for eternity.

@michaelwalker7961 3 жыл бұрын

your review helped, thank you for your honesty from opening the box to use and all betwixt! Greetings from Montreal, CDN

@denisebrady6858 5 жыл бұрын

Great review Thank you Mark- I have been waiting for this as I was going to buy a tumbler but being older I now know that one would not suite me- so very very helpful. Cheers Denise - Geebung Brisbane

@Selfsufficientme 5 жыл бұрын

Great to know the review helped you out Denise! Cheers :)

@McDowallManor 5 жыл бұрын

Good fair dinkum review. Pros and cons. Thanks mate.

@Selfsufficientme 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Andy! :)

@stantutak5579 4 жыл бұрын

You're a ripper bloke Mark

@Lengsel7 3 жыл бұрын

AVE?

@donteven5712 3 жыл бұрын

@@Lengsel7 ?

@Lengsel7 3 жыл бұрын

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@shunari623 3 жыл бұрын

your video is amazing! I also have to mention that I love the background sound as much as your review :D

@bonniebuchanan985 2 жыл бұрын

As always, I Love Your Review(s) & Videos! I have been considering buying a similar composter (different brand & @$57usd), and Your Review was (as always) very educational and gave me quite a bit to think about before I buy one. A specific “Thank You!”, for considering the assembly and use for older and/or disabled individuals (as both apply to myself), and certainly influence my buying decisions. Again, Thanks for sharing Your experiences and expertise! Wishing You & Yours a Positive & Prosperous 2022! P.S. I may not stay on top of all of your videos, but I am a BIG FAN of both You & Epic Gardener! I was thrilled to hear that Y’all have grown to be Friends/Associates & Have/Are doing various Colabs together! *Big Smile & Thumbs Up!*

@bnwww 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Mark! Based on your review I bought a Jora "Big Pig" tumbler (medium-sized brother to the 400L one you showed in this video).

@irishshintoshi8213 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the honest feedback. Keep up the great videos

@rickgeorge4205 5 жыл бұрын

Mark that was a really great honest but fair review. Good work mate

@dearsarge8551 Жыл бұрын

So I watched this video a few years back. Fast forward to a few weeks ago. I was looking for a compost tumbler online with Home Depot. I ordered the Maze without realizing it was the same one I had seen you review awhile back because it looked sturdier than the other crank turned model they were offering. There have been several improvements icluding an included wheeled cart that tucks nicely under the unit for harvesting finished compost. After I started assembling it, I kept thinking "this looks familiar". After I saw it was an Austalian company the light bulb finally went off!

@seandepoppe6716 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks. The wife is trying to push me to get one. Then I showed her the 3 bay compost that I learned as a child. *mind blown!!!* she thought it was for nothing. Just a heap taking up garden space. Ill give it to her for offering up support and suggestions. Otherwise i wouldn't have found your channel 😎

@jokinplaysgames 3 жыл бұрын

Man. I love this channel. Lol. Recently found it. And I dig it I live in the US and prolly inspired me to take this hobby seriously.

@mrc3458 Жыл бұрын

Good review. I'm in the process of making my own tumbling composter out of a 55 gal plastic barrel. I'm using stainless hardware. I have changed the design a couple times since starting the project. Adding or taking away parts of it after watching reviews like yours. Total price will not be cheap (approx. $250). It will be better built than any you can buy and should last 10+ years. So, it will pay for itself... I had an emergency come up and had to put the project on hold but should have it in operation by the spring... Thanks for the reviews, I've been enjoying your videos for a couple years now. Even though your halfway around the world from me, I still get good value here in Texas.

@silverbohosoul Жыл бұрын

Mine arrived today...will attempt to assemble tomorrow. I bought the one with the stainless steel screws. Thanks Mark, great review! I'm vegie gardening on a small scale so this should suit me I think... till I can move to a bigger space. Wish me luck with the assembly lol

@hansshaffer3788 4 жыл бұрын

Great review! I really appreciate your integrity!

@phh.8393 3 жыл бұрын

This is my favorite gardening yt channel.

@gabrielkawa3477 2 жыл бұрын

Always nice to see honest reviews

@sallysmith7675 5 жыл бұрын

Yes, both reviews are worth viewing. I appreciate you going to the trouble to create them. After watching your first review I did buy one because of the handy way it will reduce the paper to compost. I bought a much cheaper version than the one you did, but it fit my budget better. It took forever to put it together and the instructions weren't very clear. I have to role my tumbler around but that is okay. I think I will have some similar views to yours when 6 months have past, but for now it will do.

@Selfsufficientme 5 жыл бұрын

I still think any tumbler is a good unit to have (cheap or expensive) I really do like them now that I've used one. Cheers :)

@bobjackson4720 5 жыл бұрын

I bought a couple of food grade 200 litre steel drums and cut doors into them bought hinges and sliding bolts. Mounted them on a bit of galvanised tube and a timber frame. Cost about 45 AUD each. So far looking good.

@Dee.C 4 жыл бұрын

I have the Miracle-Gro Large Dual Chamber composter and as you mentioned turning is an issue when it gets full and heavy. The center rod that runs between the two is a little iffy because it starts to bow in the middle a bit when the chambers get fuller and fuller. It has been in operation about 3 months now and is composting a little faster than the pallet made bins are . I will keep using it and in the future , as you said, get a better system . This was a gift , so no complaints. For the cost they paid , it does well for me in my garden. I do need to have one of the stronger , more able bodied fellas turn it for me . I am disabled and I like that you do mention that composters need to take us into consideration . We love to garden too .

@RockingCHomestead 5 жыл бұрын

I have wondered if one of those really works. Thanks for your review!

@steveriddell1937 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the review hope .maze deal with the defects bolts I believe is a huge one

@bublhed 2 жыл бұрын

I have the same composter. I did a lot of research before deciding on this model. I like that the vents are not always open. Some models don’t have the ability to close the vents. I agree that the dual chambers are helpful. Amazon feedback helps. At the time I ordered a free cart was included. It’s very handy but not sturdy. I’ve packed it completely full before and it does get pretty hard to turn. I’m just careful not to try turning it during the winter because I’m afraid the handle will break! I’m only comfortable using cardboard in it because other papers may have chemicals I don’t want in my soil.

@Falcon-xk6lb 2 жыл бұрын

THANK YOU for considering the needs of the old and disabled in this review. I wish others did too.

@rosemarieskibit7535 5 жыл бұрын

Always enjoy your videos. Although I only have a regular sized yard and I live alone, I have been thinking about starting to compost scraps and lawn clipping. This composter looks about right for my needs. I will check on the net to see what is available here in Florida.

@mollydecker6631 5 жыл бұрын

Rosemaries Kibit you can make one for cheap out of a plastic garbage can. I can’t stomach paying that much for one when it can be done for 30 bucks with a Home Depot garbage bin. Just drill holes along the sides and bottom, and keep the top lid closed

@ZsOtherBrother 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the review, great work, as always. I like the fact that in recent years things such as tumbler composters have become commercially available to everyone... even if some of them are WAY overpriced, (sorry, but $2475 for a 400L tumbler [10:09] seems a bit steep to me). And even if I personally like to make my own "stuff", and have seen a home made tumbler that was made from a used plastic barrel and a few other scraps that probably works just as well, for next to nothing, it's still nice to see that basic tools for "personal ecology" have made their way into mainstream industry.

@nicolaj3294 5 жыл бұрын

Hi Mark, we bought one of these about a year ago and our assessment would be the same as yours. Works well if you don't overload it and some of the fittings particularly the handle/ratchet system feels a bit flimsy and not longlasting. Also agree with you about emptying the compost, I had to get my hands in and scoop out too but not a huge issue. Good system for a small yard.

@Selfsufficientme 5 жыл бұрын

Hi Nicola, yeah I agree with you that not overloading is the key to keep this unit going for longer. Cheers :)

@BobTheSchipperke 3 жыл бұрын

I got my composted for $10-15 at my surplus store. Love it! Reln Garden 220L Compost Tumbler is what I scored. I just need to remember to feed it pretty much every time I throw scraps in. I think I like the one you have better because it’s perfectly round instead of oblong so when I’m not nice to my compost and don’t add the “paper”. I think I’d just add handle indents on the barrel and spin it that way. Agreed on the galvanized screws. It will be hard to get the old ones off later to swap the hardware.

@lindashum1716 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Mark I watched this awhile back and considered it but it was out of my price range so I just bought a different one that was not as good as this one but your review was certainly very helpful

@ryanarmishaw3305 4 жыл бұрын

LOL - such a dramatic opening scene. Haha - you're fantastic!

@jasenanderson8534 4 жыл бұрын

Great review and I ended up buying this one as I couldn't really justify the more expensive ones or afford them for that matter. I am thinking about attempting to rust proof the metal screw and nut ends with something like an enamel rust proofing paint, however I do agree on the point of why they don't use rust resistant construction materials. I did my own research on the line up at this end of the price point and this was the best of the bunch available that I found.

@TheThor2745 3 жыл бұрын

l watched the video approx 7 months and now I have my first load of compost ready to go and Mark's video at the time was very helpful and spot-on with all of the suggestions that he made. I did find that using the 8 vents on it helped greatly when it came to the different weather conditions, basically close the vents when it's raining and open them when it's sunny to get all of the microbes going.... A bigger tumbler composter bin, would definetely be better too in hindsight. Cheers

@danielleaf9146 2 жыл бұрын

7 months and the compost is ready? Thks

@kennethhoke2584 4 жыл бұрын

Hi Mark. I used my shredded paper as a mulch around my peppers a few years ago. It was most productive peppers I've ever grown. Plan to use again this year. My theory is the reflected light under the leaves turbocharged the photosynthesis.

@VaryaEQ 11 ай бұрын

Hmm, not sure how scientifically accurate that is, but it'd make sense, especially with chillies being native to dryer, hotter climates... 🤔🤔

@sebastian56309 4 жыл бұрын

For your compost bin I cover the compost with a layer of lime and soil. This helps keep critters off of it and cuts down on the smell.

@doctorsangeeth 4 жыл бұрын

Great honest video. Just got one today in Tasmania, Australia.

@darthmicrobius 2 жыл бұрын

As I was assembling my Maze, I noticed the wobbly crank handle you showed in video; I tightened the two screws that connects the handle to the cog, which reduced the wobble.

@dariodrz 4 жыл бұрын

Lovely looking compost. I am not pro plastic tools around the garden, but hey, you're doing great work here. Not to mention all the plastic you're avoiding by not living according to the system

@nathanmillan9538 4 жыл бұрын

Looks good to me Mark...But my may concern with the unit would be the internal ferrous metal tumbler tube or pipe which appears to be corroding already. I would also be inclined to replace all the bolts screws and nuts with at least 304 grade stainless steel sets before they rust too much. Keep up the great reviews...

@Steinninn 4 жыл бұрын

thank you for your review. I'm thinking to get a tumbler for my balcony. Your review helped me in my research.

@greg-s 3 жыл бұрын

These things drip some smelly juice through the various cracks (they are not water tight) so like Mark said you will need to put tray underneath it if you put it on the balcony.

@stacyb.8405 3 жыл бұрын

I love your reviews..I always trust your opinion, thank you!

@mikeatback 5 жыл бұрын

Nice review. I am grateful for your review as I have the same tumbler and my compost is very wet so it looks like adding shredded paper is the best idea to dry it out a bit. The handle on mine seems to be more solid than yours so perhaps they did improve it. I have fungus gnats all over the bin but that’s probably because it’s just too wet inside.