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Diaper Pail Buying Guide
Diaper pails make changing time easier, offering a quick way to dispose of diapers
What to Consider
- Odour control method: Each diaper pail comes with a unique odour control method incorporated either into the diaper pail itself or the refillable plastic bags
- Material: Most diaper pails are made of plastic, but some believe stainless steel absorbs less odour and is more longlasting.
- Ease of use: Choose a hands-free or one-handed style opening to allow easy disposal and refilling of plastic bags
- Capacity (number of diapers): If your baby requires frequent changes, you might need a diaper pail with a larger capacity
- Dimensions: Make sure your diaper pail can fit into your nursery!
- Refillable bags: Many pails require bag refills from the same brand which can often become very costly
Popular brands | Playtex | Dekor | Tommee Tippee | Angelcare | Munchkin | Ubbi | |
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Model | Diaper Genie Essentials | Classic Hands-Free Diaper Pail | Sangenic Nappy Disposal System | Nappy Disposal System | Step Diaper Pail Powered by Arm & Hammer | Steel Diaper Pail | |
Odour control method | Carbon filter | Trap door, sealing lid, scented bags | Individually wrapped diapers | Multi-layer bag | Lavender scented baking soda | Powder coated steel does not absorb smell | |
Material | Plastic | Plastic | Plastic | Plastic | Plastic | Stainless steel | |
Opening | Foot pedal (hands-free) | Foot pedal (hands-free) | Open and twist (two hands) | Push lid (one-handed) | Foot pedal (hands-free) | Sliding lid (one-handed) | |
Features | Pull-out bag disposal system | Childproof lock | Antibacterial film | Childproof lock | Childproof lock | ||
Capacity (number of diapers) | Unspecified | 45 | 28 | 28 | 30 | 55 | |
Dimensions | 10.2 x 13.5 x 21.8 inches | 21.5 x 12.5 x 9 inches | 23 x 7.9 x 10 inches | 9.8 x 11 x 14.4 inches | 12.2 x 27.6 x 13 inches | 21.5 x 8.75 x 12.5 inches | |
Compatible with normal trash bags | No | No | No | No | No | Yes | |
Price | 40 | 65 | 60 | 70 | 65 | 95 | |
Price (cartridge) | 7/casette (270 diapers) | 2/pack (495 diapers) | 16/cassette (84 diapers) | 18/cassette (180 diapers) | 11/36 bags | ||
Where to buy | Playtex Baby | Pupsik | Pupsik | Lazada | Munchkin | Agape Babies |
Tips
- Change your diaper pail every 3-4 days to prevent any smells.
- Make sure to buy extra refillable plastic bags, to prevent running out!
- Dispose of any solids in your toilet before putting your diaper in the pail. It will reduce odour.
- For any lingering smells, you can try sprinkling either baking soda, coffee grounds, or a few whole cloves at the bottom of the diaper pail to help absorb the smell.
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