The hotbin has never worked…Don't buy!
The hotbin has never worked satisfactorily and I know from at least two other people that we are not alone. It requires a degree in biodegradation to operate and gives off an almighty whiff. I contacted support from Day One, literally, and though they are helpful we couldn't get our money back because we'd already put compost in it. It's a bit chicken & egg - you don't know it doesn't work until you try but once you've tried you can't get your money back. Expnsive mistake. Don't buy one.
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