Dealing with kitchen trash can be hectic. Add leftovers to the mix and it becomes downright annoying. Well, thanks to garbage disposal units, this side of the things is taken care of. Garbage disposals shred left overs with their electric motors, reliving you from having to deal with smelly trash cans and the hassle of taking the trash out all the time.
According to proper installation guidelines, you need about 12 to 18 inches height of space in order to install a normal sized garbage disposal unit. In addition, it is crucial to have 6 to 12 inches of extra space under the disposal in order to make the installation, repair and removal process, should there be a need to, easier for you or the plumber. Not all houses have this kind of space; some people live in houses, while others are simply limited by the restraints of a kitchen cabinet design. It is also unreasonable to remodel your just to install a garbage disposal.
This is where low profile/ compact garbage disposal comes in, they are small and powerful and fit in almost any space. If you are in the market for a small but effective garbage system for your limited spaces, we have a selection for 10 of the best low-profile garbage disposal units from the leading brands like InSinkErator, Waste King and Kitchen Aid.
Low Profile Garbage Disposal Reviews
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InSinkErator Garbage Disposal, Evolution...
InSinkErator is one of the leaders in the low-profile garbage disposal segment and there are a lot of their products on this list beginning with the Evolution Compact. The InSinkErator Evolution Compact low-profile garbage disposal is constructed from corrosion resistant materials, with Stainless Steel grinding components to take on almost anything your kitchen can throw at it. Coming in at 12-1/4” height and 8-3/4” width, this low-profile garbage disposal will fit in most of the space a full-size garbage disposal unit won’t.
The InSinkErator Evolution Compact also features a powerful 3/4HP Dura-Drive induction motor that rotates at 1725 RPM, which is sufficient for most grinding duties. To quiet this motor during operation, it is fitted with a noise-proof system, referred to as the ’sound seal’ technology. The evolution compact also features a continuous feed type disposal, allowing you to add food wastes continuously. To help with this, it has a 34.6oz chamber capacity good enough to handle even a reasonably large household making the InSinkErator Evolution Compact low-profile garbage disposal unit an excellent choice for just about anyone.
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InSinkErator Garbage Disposal, Evolution...
The InSinkErator Evolution Excel will excel at any waste grinding activity with its powerful 1HP, 1725 RPM system. This low-profile garbage disposal unit has a motor featuring the dura drive technology, allowing you to grind even the toughest of food waste. Unlike the Evolution compact with its two-stage grinding, the Evolution excel features a three-stage process, for the finest grinds.
Coupled with the powerful grinding system, this low-profile garbage disposal unit also features a large chamber to grind more waste than others would, while still remaining compact enough to fit under the deep sink you have. The jamming sensor will even reverse jamming before it happens, if you happen to have more than it could handle. This uses the auto-reverse grinding system.
The InSinkErator Evolution Excel comes in at 13”x9 making it compact enough for most spaces. It also features the sound seal technology from InSinkErator to make it operate quietly. This machine also features manual controls, should you wish to take things into your own hands. All in all, it is extremely powerful and feature rich, and its price shows it.
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InSinkErator Badger 5
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InSinkErator’s Badger 5 is one of the most affordable units in this list, and is an industry favorite because many people appreciate its simplicity and reliability but above all its pocket friendliness. The Badger 5 is powered by a 1/2HP Dura-Drive induction motor like its bigger more expensive brothers, that still runs at 1725 RPM like some of its bigger more expensive brothers. In addition, it still features a galvanized Steel construction, assuring its longevity over the years of grinding to come. It features a small in size26 oz chamber which means it cannot grind a lot at once.
Thanks to its compact size, it easily fits under different kinds of sinks, including the deep ones. It is also extremely easy to install removing the need for any special skills for the installation thanks to the quick mount lock system. The badger series, now in the 5th generation has captured the market for ages because it’s reliability and affordability, making this a highly recommended unit on this list.
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Waste King L-3200
Waste King L-3200 Garbage Disposal with...
The Waste King Legend Series L 3200 compact garbage disposal is also an industry favorite. It features a powerful 3/4 HP, 2700 RPM high-speed motor which runs at 115 volts. Despite how compact this unit is at 7 to 3/4 inches by 13 to 3/4 inches, it hardly ever jams thanks to this powerful motor. This unit also features stainless steel grinding components, which when coupled with its high-speed powerful motor, takes on any grinding duties with ease.
The Waste King Legend Series L 3200 low profile garbage disposal also features a continuous feed capability, for easy and efficient waste management. Waste King also made it easy for just about anyone to install the unit, by pre-installing the power cord. The Waste King Legend Series L 3200 is also very affordable and comes with an amazing 8- year warranty.
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Kitchen Aid KCDB250G
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Kitchen Aid’s KCDB250G is another popular garbage disposal from Kitchen Aid. It also receives a ½ HP 1725 RPM motor, which allows it to take on almost any average household kitchen waste you could throw at it. The KCDB250G grinding components are also made of galvanized steel, making it last longer than its competitors. Due to the relatively low motor power and the low RPM, the Kitchen Aid KCDB250G is quieter compared to its competitors. It also features a manual reset switch, which allows you to reset the unit in case it gets jammed up.
The unit comes in at a compact 11-3/8” x 6-5/8”, making it one of the smallest garbage disposal units in the market. This unit also features continuous feed capabilities, allowing you to consciously grind the food thus keeping the kitchen clean and fresh. The Kitchen Aid KCDB250G features a medium quality build similar to other economic low-profile garbage disposal units currently in the market. However, it does have a noise insulator cover to quiet it down during operation, which is a feature its competitors do not have.
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Moen GXS75C GX series ¾ HP
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Moen GXS75C GX Series 3/4 Horsepower...
The Moen GXS75C GX series is without a doubt one of the best low-profile garbage disposal units in the market currently. To begin with, it features a powerful ¾ HP motor with a high-speed of 2700 RPM to take on waste grinding duties. To keep this powerful beast of a motor from operating quietly, it is equipped with the sound seal technology for quieter performance. In fact, the Moen GXS75C GX is one of the quietest units in the market.
The Moen GXS75C GX is also very compact but still features continuous feed capabilities, allowing you to add food waste while it is grinding. Thanks to this and the powerful motor, the Moen GXS75C GX is able to avoid jamming. This low-profile garbage disposal unit also comes with a pre-installed power cord which not only makes it easy to install, but also shields you from added expenses.
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WASTE KING A1SPC KNIGHT
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The steel-clad Waste King A1SPC Knight low profile Garbage Disposal unit with its 1.0 HorsePower motor is one of the best in the market. It will spin at about 2700 RPM allowing it to make a quick work of anything thrown at it. Coupled with this is the exclusive silencer technology, allowing this beast to go about its grinding operations noiselessly.
While other low-profile garbage disposal units feature two or three pass grinding technologies, it is usually because of their weak motors, low operating RPM or both. This unit only does a single grind thanks to the powerful motor and high RPM, drastically reducing the amount of time you need to dispose of your waste.
The rugged steel construction for both the body and interior components guarantees you years of service thanks to the reliability of its construction equipment. The Waste King A1SPC Knight also features a Lock and snap mounting system to make it easy to install.
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Waste King L-1001
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The Waste King L-1001 is a great lightweight and compact low-profile garbage disposal unit. Coming in at 12-11/16” x 5-3/16”, it will fit most small households and kitchens perfectly. It is equipped with a modest ½ HP motor, which operates at a high speed of 2600RPM, allowing it to easily grind wastes thrown at it. Also, this motor combination prevents the unit from jamming frequently, compared to its competitors. The L-1001 also features a continuous feed system allowing you to get rid of your waste in one go, which is time saving.
The Waste King L-1001 does not feature a noise suppression system but is definitely quiet. In heavy workloads it is a bit audible, however, when you are just dealing with normal wastes, it operates quietly. The unit features a stainless-steel construction, ensuring you that the unit will be durable over the years. Its grinding parts are made of glass-filled nylon, and because it also uses fiberglass in its construction, you can be sure the unit will not corrode thus adding to its durability.
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INSINKERATOR CONTRACTOR CNTR333 3/4 HP 333
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The InSinkErator Contractor CNTR333 is one of the most robust low-profile garbage disposal units on the market. It has a 3/4 HP motor, that allows it to grind a lot of waste. Its continuous feed capability complements its powerful motor, allowing you to grind and dispose of your food waste quickly, easily and above all without creating a mess. This low-profile garbage disposal unit is also constructed out of stainless steel, making it extremely durable.
The InSinkErator Contractor CNTR333 is also quite compact, giving you the capability to install it even for deep sinks. This unit performs quite nicely relative to its chief competitors, while coming in at an affordable price. Couple this to its renown quality, and an in-home product exclusive warranty, and you are assured of a great product.
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INSINKERATOR 1.1 HP O1100XL PRO-SERIES
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InSinkErator PRO1100XL Pro Series 1.1 HP...
The INSINKERATOR 1.1 HP O1100XL is one of the high-end units in this list and an excellent performer. The unit features a 3-stage multi grind technology to make the finest grinds one could ever imagine. Its 1.1hp dura drive electric induction motor is the most powerful on this list, while remaining the quietest without any sound insulation technologies. It also features an
This unit continues to prove itself as a premium low-profile garbage disposal unit that performs excellently, with its advanced Sensor circuit, which is able to increase the electric motor’s power. This allows it to instantly ramp um grinding, if the load becomes heavy and dense. To make this process faster, the INSINKERATOR 1.1 HP O1100XL features a 40-ounce grind chamber, which allows you to grind all your waste in a single pass.
This low-profile garbage disposal unit features stainless steel grinding components like other premium products in this list allowing it to grind even the toughest of wastes, while remaining durable and reliable for years on operation.
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Benefits of Installing A Low-Profile Garbage Disposal Unit
Other than allowing you to be able to install them in limited spaces, low profile garbage dip units have other significant benefits:
In conclusion, whether you lack the space, or just want a compact low-profile garbage disposal unit to relieve some, you will find what works for you in this list. There are a couple of pocket-friendly ones and others that are extremely expensive but offer tons of features in return. Whatever the situation is we got you covered with these 10 best low-profile garbage disposal units.
