The 10 Best Open Top Trash Receptacles

A well-placed grab handle on the side of the iTouchless Can (around $100) makes it easy to carry or slide from one location to another. Its elegant look blends right into a contemporary kitchen or office, and its base contains air vents that eliminate a vacuum to aid in bag removal.

The robust metal exterior of the Simplehuman Slim Steel (about $109) is not easily dented or scuffed, making it suitable for high-traffic areas where it may sustain some abuse. That being said, it looks elegant in a more formal setting as well.

Good for furnishing a soon-to-be-opened retail shop or a chic hotel lobby, the Safco Modern (about $156) is a functional, attractive model with a tough powder-coated finish for long-term durability. At 45 pounds, you won’t have to worry about a wild child tipping it over, either.

The Rubbermaid Slim Jim (about $42) is available in a vast array of vibrant colors, including two options that are emblazoned with the recycling emblem. It’s constructed with built-in cinches that make it simple to tie the garbage bag securely in place.

You can certainly use it indoors, but the Safco Canmeleon (appx. $125) looks right at home in an outdoor setting — and it helps keep that space litter-free, too. You can drill through its base to anchor it to the ground or pavement, which aids in vandalism and theft prevention.

Built with a thick wire rim for rigidity, the Rubbermaid Commercial (appx. $52) is a heavy-duty model with a 30-quart capacity that won’t knock over easily. Its slim design is extremely useful for placing it in a narrow corner of a warehouse or the office kitchen.

If you envision so much rubbish accumulating that the 15-gallon version of the Safco Dome (about $114) won’t be able to handle it, just go with the 35-gallon option. It’s built with hard steel that should hold up well over time, especially if it’s indoors.

Those who care deeply about the environment often get frustrated when recyclable products end up in the standard garbage bin, but the Simplehuman Dual (appx. $70) is crafted to prevent that from occurring. One of its two containers has a blue indicator, so you know what’s what.

Available in black, brown or a natural wood design, the Brelso Overlap (around $40) should be able to slide right into an office, bedroom or bathroom without disrupting the existing decor. It effectively conceals the liner within so that it always looks neat and tidy.

It may seem odd to describe a garbage can in such terms, but the Simplehuman Profile (around $30) is modern and classy in appearance, and functional in performance. The top frame that contains the hole lifts off for easy disposal when it’s full.