I have tried out two dozen types of compost bins at my Compost Learning Lab at NC State University and these two bins are my favorites: The Earth Machine and FreeGarden Earth. Both of them sell for around $100 retail but you can get them for a 50%+ discount from some cities or counties in North Carolina.
Orange County sells Earth Machine compost bins for $50 year-round.
The City of Greensboro is selling Earth Machines for $50 in September 2021.
The Town of Cary sells FreeGarden Earth compost bins for $45 during April.
Wake County sells Earth Machines for $50 in May.
These discounts are a great opportunity for those who want to do backyard composting, and I have these resources to help you do it successfully. My guide to backyard composting. Printable version. My video about
