How to Choose a Camp Toilet

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Snowys Outdoors

Snowys Outdoors

Күн бұрын

Check out our range of camp toilets and accessories online here:
www.snowys.com.au/camp-toilets
If you’re about to head away on a longer trip, and want to add a touch of luxury to your outdoor bathroom, then a portable camping toilet is the way to go.
With a range of options available on the market, from the very simple quadfold design to the more complicated waste holding tank models - it can be a bit tricky to pick the right one. That’s why we’ve roped in our teammate Ben to talk you through everything you need to know about choosing a camp toilet.
In this video, Ben answers all the common FAQ’s we get on camp toilets such as:
What are the differences between the brands and models? What features should I look for and why? What do you get for the higher price tag? What size camp toilet should I get? What chemicals do I need and what are they for? And finally, what accessories do I need for my camp toilet? So watch above for all those details and more!
0:00 - Intro
0:18 - Basic frame seats
0:39 - Porta Potti range
1:28 - Porta Potti differences
3:09 - Fill ports & pumps
4:23 - Waste water tanks
5:43 - Chemicals
6:24 - Carry bags

Пікірлер: 269
@TheWorldnUs
@TheWorldnUs 3 жыл бұрын
This guy really knows his sh!t.
@SnowysOutdoors
@SnowysOutdoors 3 жыл бұрын
I do my best thanks, The World n Us. ~ Ben
@jasonwilson2763
@jasonwilson2763 3 жыл бұрын
Sh!thouse review.
@Schroefdoppie
@Schroefdoppie 2 жыл бұрын
Sh!tty comment..
@monkeygrp
@monkeygrp 4 жыл бұрын
Super informative. Thanks!
@SnowysOutdoors
@SnowysOutdoors 4 жыл бұрын
I'm glad it was useful, monkeygrp. Happy Camping! ~ Ben
@Ken_James_SV
@Ken_James_SV 4 жыл бұрын
"If it does happen to happen" 6:32 😄 Sorry, I couldn't resist commenting because it sounded so funny. Thanks for the Information, it helped me decide to get the 20 litre Thetford 👍
@SnowysOutdoors
@SnowysOutdoors 4 жыл бұрын
Sometimes I just run out of words. I'm glad the information was useful, BallaratDragon. Enjoy your next camping trip. ~ Ben
@bmonck5110
@bmonck5110 3 жыл бұрын
Great review actually. Many thanks
@SnowysOutdoors
@SnowysOutdoors 3 жыл бұрын
You're welcome b monck. ~ Ben
@marlaplunk2833
@marlaplunk2833 3 жыл бұрын
Helpful! Cheers from the US!
@SnowysOutdoors
@SnowysOutdoors 3 жыл бұрын
You're welcome, Marla. ~ Ben
@Peter-ml1is
@Peter-ml1is 4 жыл бұрын
Great rundown
@SnowysOutdoors
@SnowysOutdoors 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks, Peter. ~ Ben
@TBoss3313
@TBoss3313 2 жыл бұрын
Just the video I needed to watch. Thanks.
@SnowysOutdoors
@SnowysOutdoors 2 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful! ~ Lauren
@WillN2Go1
@WillN2Go1 4 жыл бұрын
Brilliant videos. Compared to the happy talk PR garbage videos your videos are practical, and actually useful. Thanks so much. (It took me half an hour poking around the Thetford site before I could tell the difference between their models, and sort out which models are no longer available.... And I had to go to their European site.)
@SnowysOutdoors
@SnowysOutdoors 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for your feedback, WillNGo1, I'm glad it was useful. ~ Ben
@robertm4919
@robertm4919 3 жыл бұрын
Great review, thank you!
@SnowysOutdoors
@SnowysOutdoors 3 жыл бұрын
You're welcome, Robert. ~ Ben
@monicabalikimpete8675
@monicabalikimpete8675 Жыл бұрын
Where can i find it an how much
@sam-the-manhere4773
@sam-the-manhere4773 Жыл бұрын
Excellent info. Thanks.
@SnowysOutdoors
@SnowysOutdoors Жыл бұрын
You're welcome. ~ Ben
@jameshillery3490
@jameshillery3490 2 жыл бұрын
Due to the recurring COVID scare and businesses hesitant on allowing use of their facilities (Park privies are closed too as there is no where to go in these times!) These devices are a godsend! Thanks for the vid!
@SnowysOutdoors
@SnowysOutdoors 2 жыл бұрын
Honestly hadn't considered that @James Hillery, but yes, that would be a handy solution. ~ Lauren
@MonkeyTreeHolidayParkCornwall
@MonkeyTreeHolidayParkCornwall 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video :)
@SnowysOutdoors
@SnowysOutdoors 3 жыл бұрын
You're welcome, Monkey Tree Holiday Park. ~ Ben
@Trystan46
@Trystan46 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for this video !!!!!! Awesome !!!! 👍👍👍
@SnowysOutdoors
@SnowysOutdoors Жыл бұрын
You're welcome! ~ Lauren
@0vano
@0vano 3 жыл бұрын
Great information
@SnowysOutdoors
@SnowysOutdoors 3 жыл бұрын
Cheers, Ovan Abdullah! Laine
@twistof-faith1170
@twistof-faith1170 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you..
@hrhosmer
@hrhosmer 2 жыл бұрын
I put a Thetford in my mini van for day trips to the beach. I learned on our trip to Turkey not to put TP in the toilet as the sewers are so old. So I put the used TP in a doggie bag and bring along plastic bags to line the bowl and dispose of #2. I put up modesty panels (Pareao) with binder clips to the plastic to ceiling separation. I love not using public toilets. P.S. I also put a sink with running water in the minivan. Don’t clog the toilet with paper and you’ll be glad .
@SnowysOutdoors
@SnowysOutdoors 2 жыл бұрын
Thats interesting about not being able to use toilet paper in Turkey, @Helen Hosmer, what do the locals do? ~ Lauren
@caglarrr85
@caglarrr85 Жыл бұрын
Locals throws the toilet paper to the litterbin. Because some of the tp’s are not eco friendly.
@shaunmckenna1923
@shaunmckenna1923 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you very good info.
@SnowysOutdoors
@SnowysOutdoors 2 жыл бұрын
You're welcome, Shaun. ~ Ben
@thecraftywitch510
@thecraftywitch510 2 жыл бұрын
Great vid ty!
@SnowysOutdoors
@SnowysOutdoors 2 жыл бұрын
I'm glad you found it useful, The Crafty Witch. ~ Ben
@Vanadeo
@Vanadeo 2 жыл бұрын
Very useful info.. Im wanting to put one of these in the back of my Sedona for Light use. I can't tell you the implications of going camping in that thing without one, we've had to cut trips short lol.. I'm hoping that one of these would be a great solution with a pop up tent, My girlfriend proposed the "dig a hole" idea, which is great, but we aren't guaranteed to end up in an area overnight where we can do that and when you are hundreds of miles away from home it's no fun nursing the spice mélange, hoping the service's offer clean and quiet place to lay some eggs.
@SnowysOutdoors
@SnowysOutdoors 2 жыл бұрын
Hahaha, you're not wrong there @Vanadeo. We were at a place recently with loads of bush and cover for a long drop, but couldn't dig more than 15cm down due to limestone. They're great to have as a back up. ~ Lauren
@Bangbug19
@Bangbug19 4 жыл бұрын
That opening track makes me think I'm about to watch Oblivion play some Rust :D
@SnowysOutdoors
@SnowysOutdoors 4 жыл бұрын
I'm not really sure what that means, Craig, I hope you still enjoyed the video. ~ Ben
@Bangbug19
@Bangbug19 4 жыл бұрын
It was good :)
@colinwestwood5435
@colinwestwood5435 4 жыл бұрын
Greetings from the UK, just setting up my campervan and your video was a great help in choosing what size,and how to use it. Regards, wessie.
@blink1821986
@blink1821986 4 жыл бұрын
Hey from Australia My opinion been camping for 35 years basically go sit on them all find one that suits your rear end I can say a bla bla bla would be perfect but it might be too small for your rear end And fabric softener works wonders in the top tank and a little bit in the bottom tank keep it smelling not like what you last emptied while in storage
@SnowysOutdoors
@SnowysOutdoors 4 жыл бұрын
I think @benjamin carter hit the nail on the head, Wessie. I'd suggest going with the biggest toilet you can find that is comfortable and fits into your allotted toilet space inside your van. ~ Ben
@fredrodriguez9509
@fredrodriguez9509 4 жыл бұрын
Colin Westwood ¡lp
@roythunderplump
@roythunderplump Жыл бұрын
Thanks for info on the products. After a portable toilet for bathroom renovation with no spare toilet in a flat. Looks like the 365 is the right product for the job.
@SnowysOutdoors
@SnowysOutdoors Жыл бұрын
I'm glad this info was useful, Rob. ~ Ben
@minhhop3208
@minhhop3208 4 жыл бұрын
Did you mention what store weere you in, making this clip? Thanks
@SnowysOutdoors
@SnowysOutdoors 4 жыл бұрын
I don't think we did, Minh, this was filmed at our Keswick store, in Adelaide. ~ Ben
@colinl9018
@colinl9018 3 жыл бұрын
Very informative video, thanks. Do you have any outlets in Western Australia? Annaconda and BCF are here but they charge like a wounded bull for most things, cheers.
@SnowysOutdoors
@SnowysOutdoors 3 жыл бұрын
We don't have any shops in WA sorry, cfl logistics, but we deliver pretty quickly to pretty much anywhere in Australia. ~ Ben
@colinl9018
@colinl9018 3 жыл бұрын
@@SnowysOutdoors No worries, thank you.
@khankore79
@khankore79 4 жыл бұрын
Good day from Pakistan am starting to make a mini caravan your video was really helpfull
@SnowysOutdoors
@SnowysOutdoors 4 жыл бұрын
I'm glad you found it useful, Sajjad. Happy Travels! ~ Ben
@debturner517
@debturner517 3 жыл бұрын
Ben, what are your thoughts on the portable toilet that comes with its own free standing wash basin setup that runs it's waste water back into the toilet?
@SnowysOutdoors
@SnowysOutdoors 3 жыл бұрын
I don't have any experience with them, nor have I actually had a chance to have a good look at them. My primary concern is how bulky it would be, but if you have the capacity to take it with you then it can be a good way to minimize water use. ~ Ben
@quickgirl80
@quickgirl80 3 жыл бұрын
I know those are brand new unused toilets but I couldn’t help but cringe every time you put your hand in the bowl. 😳😬😆 Great info. Thanks for sharing!!
@SnowysOutdoors
@SnowysOutdoors 3 жыл бұрын
I must admit that it feels a little unnerving doing it too, quickgirl80. They are definitely unused though. ~ Ben
@robertpearson8798
@robertpearson8798 3 жыл бұрын
You didn't mention the larger capacity Dometic that you have on the shelf behind you. We've been using that model for several years with good results, though the seat does now need to be replaced.
@SnowysOutdoors
@SnowysOutdoors 3 жыл бұрын
I didn't intend on showing all models in this video sorry, Robert, instead I just set out to explain high level differences. We so have videos for most toilets on our website though. ~ Ben
@user-cd5ou8gj3p
@user-cd5ou8gj3p 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you
@SnowysOutdoors
@SnowysOutdoors 3 жыл бұрын
You're welcome. ~ Ben
@Triple-N
@Triple-N 3 жыл бұрын
Camping toilet is one of those items that I'm reluctant of buying. Will there be demo videos of these toilets? 😁
@SnowysOutdoors
@SnowysOutdoors 3 жыл бұрын
We've got video demos (not of actual toilet usage though :)) on most toilets in our range, Normann. Check them out here - www.snowys.com.au/camp-toilets. ~ Ben
@elazarpimentel5340
@elazarpimentel5340 2 жыл бұрын
First time I hear the bottom tanks are sealed. I know it sound silly, but nobody ever mentions it, I thought the hole of the bottom tank was just opened and you had to walk very careful. Nice to know you can just carry it. I guess you could have a foldable cart so you don't have to make a lot of effort.
@SnowysOutdoors
@SnowysOutdoors 2 жыл бұрын
I've seen people using carts, kind of a lightweight, foldable sack truck, but yes, you are safe to just pick it up and carry it, no risk of splashes. ~ Ben
@wendywhite2642
@wendywhite2642 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@SnowysOutdoors
@SnowysOutdoors 2 жыл бұрын
You're welcome, Wendy. ~ Ben
@pennyarts886
@pennyarts886 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you its very helpful and informative. 👍😍
@SnowysOutdoors
@SnowysOutdoors 3 жыл бұрын
I'm glad you found it useful. ~ Ben
@blacksmithcamping
@blacksmithcamping 3 жыл бұрын
Cheers for showing off our canvas bag, Ben! Laine 👍
@SnowysOutdoors
@SnowysOutdoors 3 жыл бұрын
No worries. ~ Ben
@cic-jakevanddalgeemyers.2739
@cic-jakevanddalgeemyers.2739 Жыл бұрын
Thanks 🙏
@SnowysOutdoors
@SnowysOutdoors Жыл бұрын
You're welcome. ~ Ben
@Alien2799
@Alien2799 2 жыл бұрын
So how do I clean the reservoir once it is dumped? What are the chemicals that you showed us? Can I buy something that is more available (in any store)?
@SnowysOutdoors
@SnowysOutdoors 2 жыл бұрын
If you use the chemicals then things should stay pretty clean, Alien2799, you can always give it a rinse once emptied too. There are some sanitisers as well as the chemicals mentioned in this video on our website here - www.snowys.com.au/portable-toilet-chemicals. I don't know of anything more available though sorry, but you should be able to find these chemicals at most camping and caravan outlets. ~ Ben
@miragexl007
@miragexl007 4 жыл бұрын
trying to figure out a easy thing? what chemical to get for Top vs. Bottom here in us? keep looking for this theford stuff but no go here
@SnowysOutdoors
@SnowysOutdoors 4 жыл бұрын
I'm not sure about what is available in the US, but I'm pretty sure you should be able to find it over there somewhere. Some chemicals can be used in both top and bottom tanks, whilst brands like Thetford and Dometic have a rinse chemical which cleans and freshens, and a waste tank chemical which is designed specifically to break the waste down. I'd suggest starting with the Thetford (www.thetford.com/) or Dometic (www.dometic.com/) websites, you may be able to find a dealer or get in touch with someone who can help from there. ~ Ben
@howardjohnson3499
@howardjohnson3499 2 ай бұрын
I bought a toilet from dry-toilet 2 years ago and it is the best toilet you could ever consider. It has a 20’ long Mylar tube in it. After each use, it twist off the poo and sucks down a new empty bowl. There is absolutely no odor ever. After 15 uses, you remove the cassette which is already in a heavy plastic bag and put in a new one. I converted my black water tank to a second gray water tank. There is always some residue in the funnel down into the bottom of toilets in this review. With my toilet you throw the plastic bag in the trash with no smell.
@SnowysOutdoors
@SnowysOutdoors 2 ай бұрын
Thanks so much for that info - lots of people inquiring about dry toilets ~ Lauren
@pfStream
@pfStream 3 жыл бұрын
I just started researching these portable toilets but a composting toilet sounds like it'll be easier to empty. Do you have any thoughts on them?
@SnowysOutdoors
@SnowysOutdoors 3 жыл бұрын
I don't have any feedback for you here, pfStream, we don't sell nor do we have any experience with portable composting toilets. They look to be a little bigger and seem like a good idea, but that's about all I have to offer sorry. ~ Ben
@USA4thewin
@USA4thewin 2 жыл бұрын
they all smell like shit
@mikudyk
@mikudyk 2 жыл бұрын
@@USA4thewin Ha, ha, ha! It's been best explanation!
@victorsupernova
@victorsupernova 2 жыл бұрын
Gracias por la información pero tu cual recomiendas? O para ti cual es el mas útil y mejor?
@SnowysOutdoors
@SnowysOutdoors 2 жыл бұрын
Todo se reduce a preferencias personales o necesidades específicas en torno al espacio que tiene disponible. Sin embargo, recomendaría seguir con las marcas Thetford o Dometic. ~ Ben
@Wellzesta
@Wellzesta 2 жыл бұрын
When overlanding in a toyota 4 runner or similar, where is the best place to store the toilet? On the roof?
@SnowysOutdoors
@SnowysOutdoors 2 жыл бұрын
Anywhere that your toilet can be supported to remain upright @Wellzesta! Smell isnt an issue if you are using the companion toilet additives. ~ Lauren
@tonymiller5841
@tonymiller5841 3 жыл бұрын
The only issue with chem toilets is that they last for 7 days top. As per manual you need to empty them and re-fill chemicals in under 7 days. And it also depends on type of chemicals, some chemicals give you only 5 days. For us it's a problem. Our trips take quite a bit longer than 5 days and searching for a dump point every 5 days is not an option and we don't manage to fill it up, so it goes home 3/4th empty and yet unusable because it needs to be emptied anyway and building up gas (it starts building up gas after 5 days).
@SnowysOutdoors
@SnowysOutdoors 3 жыл бұрын
I'm not sure I'd want to be carting it around full for much longer than a week anyway, Tony. You must be pretty remote to regularly not come across any form of dump point within a week. I don't have any suggestions for you sorry. ~ Ben
@joemarino3833
@joemarino3833 3 жыл бұрын
This is great alternative to using my boot heel to dig a hole in the ground.
@SnowysOutdoors
@SnowysOutdoors 3 жыл бұрын
Haha, yeah, can make life a little easier on the road. ~ Ben
@PamHa6996
@PamHa6996 3 жыл бұрын
you forgot to mention that the dometic also comes with a larger tank too. (19litre) That I think gives it an edge on the Thetford
@SnowysOutdoors
@SnowysOutdoors 3 жыл бұрын
It depends on which model/s you are referring to, PamHardy, the Thetford 365 in the video actually has a 21L waste tank, but you are right in that their smaller range which is more comparable to the Dometic toilet in the video only has a 12L tank. Both are great quality products, this was more of a general overview though. ~ Ben
@sopadesangre
@sopadesangre 9 күн бұрын
Hey, regarding seat space, which one (thetford 365 vs dometic has more seat room for the action? Dometic seems to be not so wide nor deep as thetford in the size specs, but i wonder if this is also true for the important area.
@SnowysOutdoors
@SnowysOutdoors 5 күн бұрын
There really isn't much in it, If I had to give an answer I'd say Thetford offer more space in this regard. ~ Ben
@SuperThorOdinsson
@SuperThorOdinsson 4 жыл бұрын
Informative video. I decided to go with the $3 home depot 5 gallon bucket.
@SnowysOutdoors
@SnowysOutdoors 4 жыл бұрын
Keeping it simple, I like your approach to this, Bill. ~ Ben
@lightninguitarsolo
@lightninguitarsolo 4 жыл бұрын
buy a $1 pool noodle and run it around the top. most comfortable toilet you have ever sat on.
@lightninguitarsolo
@lightninguitarsolo 3 жыл бұрын
Cut a slice in the noodle and put it around the top rim of the bucket
@lightninguitarsolo
@lightninguitarsolo 3 жыл бұрын
@David David so i looked up pot noodle and its apparently the uk version of ramen. We dont have that here in freedomland so the joke went over my head
@MichaelWilliams-ro9bm
@MichaelWilliams-ro9bm 4 ай бұрын
Yeah, I love the 5 gal bucket thing especially when I gotta go at 2:30 in the a.m. I love the smell of do early in the morning. NOT! When you talk about a stupid bucket and a bag, you're actually saying, I got no money to buy what I should. Cheapo
@Justno-hm3vk
@Justno-hm3vk 2 жыл бұрын
Of the three toilets you show, is the middle taller one the Thetford 365?
@SnowysOutdoors
@SnowysOutdoors 2 жыл бұрын
It is indeed, Sally. ~ Ben
@yangtaotai
@yangtaotai 3 жыл бұрын
just a question, in US for campsites at state or national parks, where can you find waste sites to dump the waste? i don't recall i see one before?
@SnowysOutdoors
@SnowysOutdoors 3 жыл бұрын
We are Australian based, Asu Sun-Devil, I'm not sure what provisions there are in the US sorry. ~ Ben
@yangtaotai
@yangtaotai 3 жыл бұрын
@@SnowysOutdoors thank you! i just order one from camco since they are on sale in US :)
@stephenschuit7880
@stephenschuit7880 3 жыл бұрын
Nice. Wondering why you chose not to include composting toilets which, we've come to understand, end up being odorless?
@SnowysOutdoors
@SnowysOutdoors 3 жыл бұрын
Simply because we don't sell or have any experience with composting toilets sorry, Stephen. They sound like a good idea though. ~ Ben
@UtopiaTimes
@UtopiaTimes 3 жыл бұрын
Those the ones you throw in a bit of sand, lime n ash? Wish someone would just sell a pack of that mix in the supermarkets
@sullak7
@sullak7 2 жыл бұрын
Composting takes a long time. Why would anyone want their poo in their camp(er) so long. These can be emptied quickly. Composting toilets better for tiny homes or cabins or even a house so you can put into compost pile.
@UtopiaTimes
@UtopiaTimes 3 жыл бұрын
Would like to produce an animated instruction manual on how to fill which tank with what amount of chemical... if given a step by step guide
@SnowysOutdoors
@SnowysOutdoors 3 жыл бұрын
We'll add a video on this to our todo list, Utopia Times. ~ Ben
@Buddy-po4hv
@Buddy-po4hv 2 жыл бұрын
Thunder, Downu Under!
@SnowysOutdoors
@SnowysOutdoors 2 жыл бұрын
I assume you are referring to the bucket toilet, Buddy, a simple bush toilet option. Check it out here - www.snowys.com.au/thunder-down-under-toilet. ~ Ben
@quedecree
@quedecree 4 жыл бұрын
Dunny paper. I assume you can't just use your favorite brand as they may not break down correctly? And it would be better still if we bagged and disposed of used paper separately and didn't put it in there in the first place? I guess that would be similar to disposing of nappies....
@SnowysOutdoors
@SnowysOutdoors 4 жыл бұрын
Yeah, you want to use a toilet paper that easily breaks down, Thetford make their own (www.snowys.com.au/aqua-soft-toilet-paper) or try and use something without all the inks, dyes and scents like the paper from WhoGivesACrap (au.whogivesacrap.org/). Where it is safe to do so I burn the toilet paper in the hole, but care should be taken doing this and should be avoided in fire ban season. I like the idea of making it a requirement to carry it out, there is nothing worse than a campsite strewn with used toilet paper. ~ Ben
@JuanMendez-mw4kf
@JuanMendez-mw4kf 3 жыл бұрын
Is there any larger version? 🤣 I wont fit on those
@SnowysOutdoors
@SnowysOutdoors 3 жыл бұрын
These are about as big as they get at the moment, Juan - www.snowys.com.au/porta-potti-565p-piston. ~ Ben
@sylviescopazzo2445
@sylviescopazzo2445 2 жыл бұрын
Are there other options to using those chemicals?? Does it have to be those particular brands?
@SnowysOutdoors
@SnowysOutdoors 2 жыл бұрын
You could take a look at the BioMagic product range as an alternative @sylvie scopazzo. I would recommend at the very least having a waste tank additive, otherwise you may aswell just have a bucket with a seat. ~ Lauren
@JohnW-bi8vj
@JohnW-bi8vj 2 жыл бұрын
Almost lost me at `get into it' and `jump straight into it' (lol!) but actually very informative thanks.
@SnowysOutdoors
@SnowysOutdoors 2 жыл бұрын
I'm glad it was useful, John. ~ Ben
@kevinmackay1260
@kevinmackay1260 4 жыл бұрын
There is a ground plate or floor plate available for the thetford. Thetford 92415 Optional Floor Plate for Porta Potti Curve
@SnowysOutdoors
@SnowysOutdoors 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the feedback, Kevin. We should be able to special order these for anyone looking for them, just give us a call on 1300 914 007. ~ Ben
@iair-conditiontheoutsideai3076
@iair-conditiontheoutsideai3076 3 жыл бұрын
Thetford owns this market they make the best portable products
@SnowysOutdoors
@SnowysOutdoors 3 жыл бұрын
I agree, Thomas, they are the leader when it comes to portable toilets. ~ Ben
@kostudiosi
@kostudiosi 3 жыл бұрын
Do you have to use the chemicals even if you're only using it for peeing and are they just for keeping the smell down?
@SnowysOutdoors
@SnowysOutdoors 3 жыл бұрын
You don't need to use the chemicals, DIYkaja, especially if it is just for 'number one's', but it will keep things smelling nicer. The flush water chemical helps keep the toilet clean and fresh, whilst the waste water chemical is primarily there to assist in the breakdown of solid materials, or 'number two's'. ~ Ben
@kostudiosi
@kostudiosi 3 жыл бұрын
@@SnowysOutdoors THANK YOU! I have been looking for this info everywhere! The video is still very informative and helpful on deciding with what toilet to go with.
@ozarkliving7263
@ozarkliving7263 2 жыл бұрын
Thetford vs Dometic long term?
@SnowysOutdoors
@SnowysOutdoors 2 жыл бұрын
Six of one, half a dozen of the other, Branson, they are both of comparable quality. ~ Ben
@drcoolit
@drcoolit Жыл бұрын
I've noticed that the Thetford's have LOTS OF NUMBERS (model numbers) -- 135, 155, 165, etc. Why all the different models? are they SIGNIFICANTLY different in terms of design and function?
@SnowysOutdoors
@SnowysOutdoors Жыл бұрын
Design and function are largely the same, the numbers refer either to a difference in features like the tank level indicator and type of pump, or the volume of the flush and holding tanks. ~ Ben
@cam062690
@cam062690 3 жыл бұрын
Does it matter if you use the chemicals from one company in the toilet of another company?
@SnowysOutdoors
@SnowysOutdoors 3 жыл бұрын
Nope, won't matter at all, Cam, they all do the same thing. ~ Ben
@mymai2792
@mymai2792 2 жыл бұрын
I saw on a diff. camping video ...that the couple swapped white vinegar instead of chemicals. They felt their portaloo did not smell with white vinegar & was better for environment.
@hishamkhanfar873
@hishamkhanfar873 2 жыл бұрын
What is the price of two types??
@SnowysOutdoors
@SnowysOutdoors 2 жыл бұрын
You can see all our current pricing here, Hisham - www.snowys.com.au/camp-toilets. ~ Ben
@dgmplanning3799
@dgmplanning3799 4 жыл бұрын
How can be purchased in India at Bhopal
@SnowysOutdoors
@SnowysOutdoors 4 жыл бұрын
We can't help you there sorry, DGM PLANNING, Thetford is an international brand but I'm not sure how available it is in India. www.thetford.com/. ~ Ben
@elga8827
@elga8827 Жыл бұрын
How long you can keep waste water inside? 1 month is ok?
@SnowysOutdoors
@SnowysOutdoors Жыл бұрын
We'd recommend emptying your portable toilet once a week if possible, or when full. If that's not possible I'd recommend emptying it as soon as you have the opportunity. ~ Lauren
@bobjuniel8683
@bobjuniel8683 4 жыл бұрын
You failed to explain the number of uses before the unit needs to be emptied. Is peeing counted the same as pooing in the count? Can they be emptied into a normal sewered or septic tank toilet? How many flushes before the water needs to be topped up? How much water is needed to fill the cistern? What about a pop up tent out house? I believe they exist and are often essential. Do they ever block up? If so what causes them to block up? How are they unblocked and cleaned? Last time we used a camping toilet we used a plastic toilet seat built onto a folding stool but we used plastic bags designed to fit the toilet stool, we then tied and buried the bag of waste. That is a cheaper and more compact option but one does need a shovel. The higher Porta Potty looks like the best option because it can be used more times before it has to be emptied. One of the most important camping topics. Need more info.
@SnowysOutdoors
@SnowysOutdoors 4 жыл бұрын
Hi Bob, thanks for your feedback. We didn't include all that information in this particular video as there are numerous models all with different specifications, and it would have created a very long video overloaded with information, we produced this purely as a guide to help people get started on their portable toilet purchasing journey. We have created individual videos for most of the toilets in our range though, which you can see here - www.snowys.com.au/camp-toilets. In each these we go into more details on specific models. Furthermore we have information in a blog article here - www.snowys.com.au/blog/toileting-in-the-bush/. Regarding toilet tents/outhouses, you can see our range here - www.snowys.com.au/shower-tents. As for the toilets getting blocked, this isn't something I've ever heard of happening, there are no long pipes where matter can get clogged up, so if you keep things clean you won't have any problems. Hopefully this information contains all the answers you are seeking, if not then get in touch with us so we can help answer any other queries you have - www.snowys.com.au/contact-us. ~ Ben
@bobjuniel8683
@bobjuniel8683 4 жыл бұрын
Snowys Outdoors Thank you I will watch them all. 👍
@boldbaboon8392
@boldbaboon8392 3 жыл бұрын
You're not actually burying plastic bags are you?
@bobjuniel8683
@bobjuniel8683 3 жыл бұрын
@@boldbaboon8392 Made for the job bio degradable bags, sold for these portable seats. They also sell instant erect 4 walls with zip door, that use a folded loop system. I can sleep in my car, make food in the open but society demands a privy, out of public view. It happens when travelling overseas that all the locals want to see the foreigners, right when you want privacy behind a tree. You understand. 👀
@NavigatedChaos
@NavigatedChaos 3 жыл бұрын
Wonder if any of these have a urine separator.
@SnowysOutdoors
@SnowysOutdoors 3 жыл бұрын
I'm not even sure what that is sorry NavigatedChaos, but I do know that none of the toilets we sell have one. ~ Ben
@chrisfmc123
@chrisfmc123 3 жыл бұрын
How heavy are the loos
@SnowysOutdoors
@SnowysOutdoors 3 жыл бұрын
Depends which model you are looking at, Chris. Check out our range here - www.snowys.com.au/camp-toilets. You'll see the empty weights for each, but they all look to be around 4-5 Kg. ~ Ben
@edilmalemos5609
@edilmalemos5609 3 жыл бұрын
How much?
@SnowysOutdoors
@SnowysOutdoors 3 жыл бұрын
Check out our range with pricing here, Edilma - www.snowys.com.au/camp-toilets. ~ Ben
@ganeshlokare9851
@ganeshlokare9851 2 жыл бұрын
Nice instrument
@SnowysOutdoors
@SnowysOutdoors 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks, Ganesh. ~ Ben
@misource7931
@misource7931 3 жыл бұрын
I think they would be better with super absorbent pads
@SnowysOutdoors
@SnowysOutdoors 3 жыл бұрын
That's just something else that needs to breakdown in the dump point though, Misource, that is assuming the pads could be made biodegradable. ~ Ben
@lesvoyagesdelouis6574
@lesvoyagesdelouis6574 3 жыл бұрын
Intéressant
@SnowysOutdoors
@SnowysOutdoors 3 жыл бұрын
I hope it was useful too. ~ Ben
@TheDesertsweeper
@TheDesertsweeper 3 жыл бұрын
For those struggling with the ozzi-lingo "waste" is a polite term for p00 :)
@SnowysOutdoors
@SnowysOutdoors 3 жыл бұрын
Hehe, yeah, trying not to turn any viewers away. ~ Ben
@kevviekevvie8440
@kevviekevvie8440 3 жыл бұрын
Well no, wee is also waste
@TheDesertsweeper
@TheDesertsweeper 3 жыл бұрын
@@kevviekevvie8440 Yes No its PeePoo
@tallieallen397
@tallieallen397 2 жыл бұрын
Where does the used toilet paper go? Should that go in a trash bag, separate from the toilet?
@SnowysOutdoors
@SnowysOutdoors 2 жыл бұрын
It can go in the toilet, Tallie, as long as you use biodegradable paper. ~ Ben
@mahavatarteam4159
@mahavatarteam4159 3 жыл бұрын
Good
@SnowysOutdoors
@SnowysOutdoors 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks. ~ Ben
@KristiChan1
@KristiChan1 4 жыл бұрын
I can rest easy knowing my poo is in safe hands.
@lmlmd2714
@lmlmd2714 3 жыл бұрын
Underrated comment.
@bh9262
@bh9262 3 жыл бұрын
Looks like lots of opportunities for improvements in the portable toilet industry..
@SnowysOutdoors
@SnowysOutdoors 3 жыл бұрын
Have you got ideas, B H? ~ Ben
@bh9262
@bh9262 3 жыл бұрын
@@SnowysOutdoors Yes, well I am working on it. I like the idea of common trash bags available in most markets like Glad. I don't know if I will have time to get this going soon, but I will work on it as soon as I can.. Clean and easy.. That's my goal and motto. Portable!!
@sideshowdrummer
@sideshowdrummer 3 жыл бұрын
I guess you can't do a number 2 an air because that hole looks awful small for something to go down hello
@SnowysOutdoors
@SnowysOutdoors 3 жыл бұрын
I guess that depends on the individual and their diet. ~ Ben
@MichaelWilliams-ro9bm
@MichaelWilliams-ro9bm 4 ай бұрын
They are designed for you to take a shit dummy.
@ShanerTheGrey
@ShanerTheGrey 3 жыл бұрын
This dude is making a review in a store during business hours hahah
@SnowysOutdoors
@SnowysOutdoors 3 жыл бұрын
Were you expecting something different, Shaner The Grey? ~ Ben
@highdownmartin
@highdownmartin 3 жыл бұрын
I’d favour Charles Hawtrey or Kenneth Williams. Oooooh matron
@SnowysOutdoors
@SnowysOutdoors 3 жыл бұрын
I'm not sure what to say here, highdownmartin. ~ Ben
@highdownmartin
@highdownmartin 3 жыл бұрын
@@SnowysOutdoors British carry on joke mate.
@cowtowndowntown
@cowtowndowntown Жыл бұрын
Did he mention max weight limits? Most won’t hold over 225 lbs. people.
@SnowysOutdoors
@SnowysOutdoors Жыл бұрын
I didn't mention this sorry, but Thetford state in their user manual that the maximum weight rating for their Porta Potti products is 120kg or 265lbs. ~ Ben
@dorodense
@dorodense 2 жыл бұрын
These models make toilet experience a real pain in the ***. The camping seat with a hole is a much better option. The cleanest and easiest and out in nature if you are moving around and not camped at a fixed camping point.
@SnowysOutdoors
@SnowysOutdoors 2 жыл бұрын
I prefer the simple camp toilet seat too, DD, but this style of toilet has it's place in many camper trailers and caravans. ~ Ben
@fiendishthingy1630
@fiendishthingy1630 Жыл бұрын
DD - Here in the U.S. I belong to Harvest Hosts (wineries, breweries, farms, museums, churches, some other types), which allow free overnight parking for self-contained RVs. I have a little 4x8 trailer that's basically a rolling bedroom, so I have no self-contained facilities. But most will allow me to stay there if I have a porta potty with a holding tank, to ensure no fowling. So I'm looking for a small portable potty with holding tank so I can qualify as being self-contained for free overnights in my travels.
@dorodense
@dorodense Жыл бұрын
@@fiendishthingy1630 Oh. I see you have an obligation to conform to parking regulations. Well, wishing you comfortable nature calls!
@MichaelWilliams-ro9bm
@MichaelWilliams-ro9bm 4 ай бұрын
It's great ! Especially for 3:00 a.m. potty call.
@scoutleader2713
@scoutleader2713 3 жыл бұрын
Great price, but unfortunately delays in vic deliveries mean I’ve gotta look elsewhere.
@SnowysOutdoors
@SnowysOutdoors 3 жыл бұрын
Delivery delays are a headache everywhere in the current climate. All we can promise is that we'll get it dispatched to you asap, but it's out of our hands after that sorry. ~ Ben.
@classicsoapfan
@classicsoapfan Жыл бұрын
I'm disabled and need a portable toilet that that I can raise myself on about maybe 12 inches off the ground.
@SnowysOutdoors
@SnowysOutdoors Жыл бұрын
I'm not quite sure what you mean sorry, classicsoapfan. We have toilets that are within the height you mention, you can check out our range here - www.snowys.com.au/camp-toilets. On each product page we list the dimensions of the toilet, including height. ~ Ben
@flyfliker
@flyfliker 4 жыл бұрын
Five gallon bucket with plastic bags.
@SnowysOutdoors
@SnowysOutdoors 4 жыл бұрын
Keeping it simple, I like it, FlyCaster. ~ Ben
@rorokanakri6950
@rorokanakri6950 3 жыл бұрын
can I use this toilet inside the house the rented house some of them do not have a toilet only a hole the very old style one? the only problem with this one that it needs a hole down right to the hole under it . and every time I put one then when I change the house I leave it and buy another one for the new rented house is there any thing where we can put it on top of the hole old toilet Please help and many thanks
@SnowysOutdoors
@SnowysOutdoors 3 жыл бұрын
I'm not sure I understand exactly what you are after sorry, Roro, the best I can come up with is something like this - www.snowys.com.au/jimmys-thunderbox-toilet. ~ Ben
@miamiwax5504
@miamiwax5504 3 жыл бұрын
5 gallon bucket and 2 garbage bags for safe measure. Done 👍🏿
@SnowysOutdoors
@SnowysOutdoors 3 жыл бұрын
Keeping it simple, but the garbage bag isn't biodegradable, miamiwax, it would be worth thinking about how you dispose of the full bags. ~ Ben
@MichaelWilliams-ro9bm
@MichaelWilliams-ro9bm 4 ай бұрын
Especially at 3:00 a.m.
@CosgroveNotts
@CosgroveNotts 4 жыл бұрын
Posh crapping. No chemicals in mine. Far too complicated.
@SnowysOutdoors
@SnowysOutdoors 4 жыл бұрын
Each to their own, thanks for your feedback, cosgrove notts. ~ Ben
@sheilashay3865
@sheilashay3865 4 жыл бұрын
Might as well use vinegar instead of the chemicals
@thedevmachine
@thedevmachine 4 жыл бұрын
The toilet chairs are disgusting when you take a dump the frame is covered in shit.
@SnowysOutdoors
@SnowysOutdoors 4 жыл бұрын
Depends which chair you use, Oguz, I am happy to keep things simple and go without a chair, but when I have used them I've managed to maintain good aim straight down the centre and into the hole with adequate frame clearance. ~ Ben
@joegack
@joegack 4 жыл бұрын
This has been a wonderful exchange. Thank you both.
@spoonz1065
@spoonz1065 4 жыл бұрын
Climb a tree with a Y branch .
@thedevmachine
@thedevmachine 4 жыл бұрын
@@spoonz1065 no one should lookup when you are on the tree. Hahaha
@SnowysOutdoors
@SnowysOutdoors 3 жыл бұрын
@Stalking Britain. couldn't agree more, not so much for the sake of being a real man but more for the experience of a toilet with a view and the sound of nature whilst you go about your business, just make sure you bury it once your done. ~ Ben
@RA9gaymore
@RA9gaymore 3 жыл бұрын
I generally find that it is easier to use the free bags from supermarkets & just throw them out the passenger window
@SnowysOutdoors
@SnowysOutdoors 3 жыл бұрын
Good one, Ian, at least you are throwing them out the passenger window so your waste can on the side of the highway like an unexploded poo bomb rather than the drivers window where it could potentially splatter all over the windscreen of oncoming vehicles. ~ Ben
@RA9gaymore
@RA9gaymore 3 жыл бұрын
@@SnowysOutdoors I drive a left Hooker
@boldbaboon8392
@boldbaboon8392 3 жыл бұрын
Can't believe you throw plastic out the window and still call yourself outdoor enthousiast!?
@MichaelWilliams-ro9bm
@MichaelWilliams-ro9bm 4 ай бұрын
Throw it out the window?? Ugh, you're one of those
@szejim1757
@szejim1757 3 жыл бұрын
They used a lot of space, also weight,
@SnowysOutdoors
@SnowysOutdoors 3 жыл бұрын
Yeah, too bulky for me to include in my camp kit. Ok for caravan and camper though. ~ Ben
@devashishbhatt8464
@devashishbhatt8464 4 жыл бұрын
No Jet to wash your body down area... ????... I guess
@SnowysOutdoors
@SnowysOutdoors 4 жыл бұрын
I'm not really sure what you are referring to sorry, Devashish. Toilet paper is your best solution for cleaning the body parts in question when using these toilets. There is no model currently on the market with a built in bidet. ~ Ben
@UtopiaTimes
@UtopiaTimes 3 жыл бұрын
You can fill a bottle of water with... water. Being doing that for 60 years now. saves on paper and trees and waste.
@siamese1414
@siamese1414 3 жыл бұрын
Oh, yeah. If my portable toilet has a leak, I'm going to put it in that bag.
@SnowysOutdoors
@SnowysOutdoors 3 жыл бұрын
Probably best to fix the leak if you know there is one, before you put it in the bag, Sia. But if a leak occurs whilst in transit the bag is going to save the carpet in your car. ~ Ben
@richh7872
@richh7872 2 жыл бұрын
Disclaimer: Don't jump straight into it.
@SnowysOutdoors
@SnowysOutdoors 2 жыл бұрын
Not quite sure what you are getting at here sorry, Rich. ~ Ben
@tracker5849
@tracker5849 2 жыл бұрын
Money money money....you NEED this you NEED that we NEED YOUR $$$$$$$$$$$$$$
@SnowysOutdoors
@SnowysOutdoors 2 жыл бұрын
We're not making you buy, tracker 584, just pointing out what is available if you need to buy. ~ Ben
@garyhyndman1105
@garyhyndman1105 3 жыл бұрын
I thought a camp toilet would be pink with tinsel trim.
@SnowysOutdoors
@SnowysOutdoors 3 жыл бұрын
You can add your own tinsel, Gary. :) ~ Ben
@ericpham4011
@ericpham4011 4 жыл бұрын
Why don't they have electric treatment for zero waste technology worth more money and environment
@SnowysOutdoors
@SnowysOutdoors 4 жыл бұрын
I don't know sorry, Eric, maybe it's cost prohibitive. ~ Ben
@megajackwackstyles6953
@megajackwackstyles6953 3 жыл бұрын
A luggable Lou with a nice cushion is the best way to take a dump in camp and RV or stealth van life period. Don’t over complicate shit people
@SnowysOutdoors
@SnowysOutdoors 3 жыл бұрын
Haha, we do tend to overthink toileting. ~ Ben
@MichaelWilliams-ro9bm
@MichaelWilliams-ro9bm 4 ай бұрын
Especially at 3 a.m. a luggable loo works great outside. ( last thing I want to do)
@fozalinko
@fozalinko 2 жыл бұрын
chemical adding looks a scam
@SnowysOutdoors
@SnowysOutdoors 2 жыл бұрын
A scam? I don't understand. ~ Ben
@alexneil9116
@alexneil9116 4 жыл бұрын
oh my after pooping you have to pump. and then you have to clean it when you are done. it is easier to just poop in a bag tie it and throw it out the window.
@SnowysOutdoors
@SnowysOutdoors 4 жыл бұрын
We don't recommend lobbing your poop out of a window at all, Alex, let alone after sealing in a non-biodegradable membrane. ~ Ben
@slickguns819
@slickguns819 3 жыл бұрын
That’s right Alex’s companies are killing the Environment faster then tossing a poop bag out the window Lol
@UtopiaTimes
@UtopiaTimes 3 жыл бұрын
Lol help the environment with flung compost. It is what birds do anyhow
@WORLD-OF-MERLIN
@WORLD-OF-MERLIN 2 жыл бұрын
Sounds like a shitty situation.
@SnowysOutdoors
@SnowysOutdoors 2 жыл бұрын
ba-dum-chhh ~ Lauren
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