Right, let's be honest — most of us don't get excited about bins. But when you're dealing with a kitchen that's basically a corridor or a bathroom where every centimetre counts, finding the right rubbish bin becomes weirdly important. We've been using the Clevich 50L Slim Trash Can for three weeks now, and it's one of those products that quietly sorts out a daily annoyance you didn't realise was bothering you. At £59.99, it's definitely not bargain-basement territory for a pedal bin. But if you're constantly battling for floor space and sick of bins that either don't fit properly or look like they belong in a hospital, this might actually be worth the investment. The question is whether Clevich has genuinely cracked the slim bin formula, or if you're paying premium prices for marketing promises.
The Clevich arrived well-packaged and immediately felt substantial. We're talking proper stainless steel here, not the thin stuff that dents if you look at it wrong. The brushed finish hides fingerprints well — crucial when you've got kids who seem magnetically drawn to touching every surface.
Assembly was straightforward. No tools needed, just click the inner bucket into place and you're sorted. The pedal mechanism felt smooth from day one, with that satisfying 'thunk' when the lid closes that tells you it's properly sealed.
Here's where this bin actually delivers on its promises. We squeezed it into the narrow gap between our kitchen counter and the wall — a space where most standard bins would either not fit or require awkward shuffling every time you needed access. The slim profile means you can actually open cupboard doors nearby without playing bin-tetris.
The 50-litre capacity is genuinely useful too. We're a family of four and it comfortably handles 3-4 days worth of general waste before needing emptying. That might not sound revolutionary, but when you're used to cramming rubbish into undersized bins that overflow daily, it's a proper quality-of-life upgrade.
The foot pedal positioning took some getting used to. It's designed for the narrow profile, so it sits slightly differently than your typical bin. Not a dealbreaker, just something to be aware of if you're switching from a standard shape.
We put this through the summer heat test with some properly pongy leftovers, and honestly, we were impressed. The lid seal does its job. No mysterious kitchen smells creeping about, even when the bin was nearly full. The removable inner bucket makes emptying and cleaning straightforward too — just lift it out and you're done.
One thing that caught us off guard: the lid stays open when you press the pedal, which is actually brilliant when you're scraping plates or dealing with multiple bits of rubbish. Small detail, but it shows someone actually thought about how people use these things.
Three weeks isn't long enough to judge long-term durability, but the pedal mechanism still feels as solid as day one. The stainless steel has taken a few knocks from our chaos-prone household and shows no signs of damage. The inner bucket is sturdy plastic that should handle regular washing without issues.
The only wear we've noticed is some slight marking on the floor where the bin sits, but that's more about our tiles than the bin's feet.
This makes most sense for people dealing with space constraints who don't want to compromise on capacity or looks. If you've got a galley kitchen, a narrow utility room, or you're trying to fit a decent-sized bin into a small bathroom, the Clevich could solve your headache. It's also spot-on for anyone who's had enough of bins that look clinical or cheap — this actually looks like something you'd choose to have on display.
Look, sixty quid for a bin still makes us wince a bit. But if you're constantly frustrated by space constraints and tired of bins that either don't fit or don't work properly, the Clevich actually delivers on its promises. We'd recommend it for anyone prioritising both form and function in tight spaces.
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