does the can do a good job of controlling odor or its contents?
2042449
Yes we have it in our kitchen and haven't had any issues. It's a relatively good size as well.
2042450
We are using this trash can in our company restrooms. It does what we want it to and I like the look. Unfortunately, in se cases the lid has gone "missing" and Simple Human will not just sell you a replacement swing lid.
1584034
Yes, I have not had any odor issues. I guess when it swings open, the smell could escape, but it closes nicely.
1250883
At the top of the can there is a little slot to slip in a fragrance disk. If something is stinky in the can you can smell it when the top is open, but you can't smell it after the top closes.
1439876
Yes! It does a fantastic job of keeping smelly exhaust down too. Nothing worse than vacuuming and getting the odor from what's already in the bag spewing into the room.
340738
It won't. I purchased this model and it is inferior in all ways, quality, ease of operation, missing parts. I have not experienced an odor problem but... Based on my experience with this brand for years, this model is a result of inferior craftsmanship in all aspects of design, manufacturing.
1271181
It's not bad. It does have an odor that reminds me of industrial grease or lightly like paint remover but not nearly as strong. I would suggest you be in a ventilated area.
112801
The stain and smell I dealt with was from cat urine and I did have success using this product. In fact, I bought a bunch of cans after the first use, in part because I was happy with the product, also because I was going to need more. I would encourage a purchase of a can to see if you like it.
1948953
It has openings on both sides so it doesn't completely negate odor, but it's certainly better than a completely open box. I personally wouldn't keep it in a high traffic area if odor is a concern, but it's worthwhile for concealing sight and smell if it is in an out of the way spot and cleaned properly. My cat still does end up getting some litter outside the box but it's pretty much limited to the entrance of the box
1442133
I did not find it to have a strong odor. I felt the odor was very light and clean
243797
No. It just works. And it does. I bought a car where the previous owner was a smoker and it worked great clearing out the lingering odor.
1613258
If this is a commercial large bin used for stores or apartment complexes, Odors Away will have little effect. You may wish to contact the company who owns the bin and ask them to power wash it and disinfect it. If it's just a small trash can, you can use it and it will really help, especially if you use a plastic bag inside. I use it all the time after the rubbish bag goes out for collection. U usually wash the trash can a couple of times a year. Hope this helps.
528361
It helps, but is not a total solution. I use it in conjunction with chemical deodorizes. I Would say it helps control odors more so than eliminating them.
999845
I think it does well on odors, but my alen 350 does better. This is quieter tho, so I prefer it for my bedroom. Haven't tried it on car fumes.
94830
It does have a smell and I would not use it indoors-unless you like to clean :) it seems like it left more little specs of string than others cans might have.
193997
Yes. Slight odor which dissipates within a few weeks in well ventilated space.
1955196
I've never used it for that purpose. It has a charcoal filter which sits on top of the HEPA filter. It does remove odors fairly well and I've set it up in the kitchen when I've burned something to remove the odor. It did a good job of that in my opinion. Cigarette smoke is different in some ways but I think this would probably help. With cigarette smoke you have tars and other substances which cling to furnishings and surfaces which would have to be cleaned in addition to filtering the air.
1008749
I have had this can as my kitchen trash can for probably 10 years. Like others have said, if it's something really stinky (i.e. cantaloupe rinds, rotten tomatoes, etc.) I just take out the bag, anyway. Even a can with lid won't keep those odors contained, though. I've never noticed more smell from this than when I had the plastic cans with the lids. The other option for this can is that you could (if you were so inclined) use a Stick-Up or other air freshener on the underside of the curved lid.