Rubbermaid Indoor Step-On Trash Can, 13-Gallon
A no-frills, proven-durable step-on trash can that delivers reliable daily performance at one of the lowest price points in the category, trusted by editors and households for five or more years of continuous use.
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- +Exceptionally durable plastic construction survives years of daily use, knocks, and heavy loads without cracking
- +Wide, easy-to-press foot pedal opens the lid fully and reliably with minimal effort
- +Plastic body means the lid closes quietly without the metallic clang of lower-quality stainless cans
- +Holds standard 13-gallon bags snugly, with no slipping or falling through
- −Lightweight build means the can can shift or tip slightly when the pedal is pressed hard
- −Plastic exterior does not have the premium look or feel of stainless steel alternatives
- −No odor-control features or inner liner compartment included at this price point
The Rubbermaid Indoor Step-On Trash Can is proof that a great kitchen trash can does not have to cost a fortune. Yahoo Shopping's Lead Home and Garden Editor tested this can for five consecutive years and reported it continuing to perform without incident — no cracked hinges, no stuck pedals, no warped body. For a plastic can at under $40, that track record is genuinely impressive and speaks to the build quality Rubbermaid has refined over decades of producing household products. The foot pedal is notably large and easy to press, accommodating a range of foot sizes and footwear without requiring a precise stomp, and the lid closes with a soft plastic sound rather than the clang or rattle some cheap metal cans produce. Standard 13-gallon trash bags from any brand fit snugly inside the bin, staying in place through a full load without the need for bag rings or a locking rim. The one honest trade-off is weight: at under five pounds, it's light enough to be nudged or tipped by an accidental hard press of the pedal, and the matte black plastic finish simply cannot match the visual presence of stainless steel at any price. That said, for households that keep their trash can tucked in a corner, under a counter, or inside a cabinet pull-out, none of that matters. This is the can editors and budget-conscious shoppers return to again and again, and for good reason: it just works, year after year, without complaint.
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Rubbermaid Indoor Step-On Trash Can, 13-Gallon – FAQs
Yes, for most buyers. The Rubbermaid Indoor Step-On Trash Can, 13-Gallon stands out for: Exceptionally durable plastic construction survives years of daily use, knocks, and heavy loads without cracking and Wide, easy-to-press foot pedal opens the lid fully and reliably with minimal effort. The main trade-offs are Lightweight build means the can can shift or tip slightly when the pedal is pressed hard. Check our full Home Appliances comparison for alternatives.