ELPHECO Bathroom Trash Can with Lid 2 Gallon Sensor Garbage Can, Automatic Trash Bin, Motion Sensor Trash Can,

★ 4.4 · 8,598 reviews

$28.25$34.99Save 19%

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The Quick Take

What it is

A 2-gallon motion-sensor trash can that opens hands-free and closes itself—designed for bathrooms, kitchens, and bedrooms with IPX5 waterproof protection. Perfect if you're tired of touching a grimy bin.

Why It Made The Cut

What earns it a place in this cart

Over 8,500 reviews averaging 4.4 stars suggest this thing actually works as promised. The crowd has spoken: it's reliable enough to earn serious repeat confidence.

Wave-striped, wave-proof, hands-free.

Crowd Takeaways

The dominant reaction is Delighted — the automatic sensor.

Our editorial reading of how the reaction breaks down across this listing’s Amazon ratings — not a poll, not a survey. Positives first, reservations last. Reaction groups, never review quotes.

Delightedthe automatic sensor

Impressedsleek design & aesthetics

Satisfiedbattery longevity

Underwhelmedbuild quality concerns

Based on 8,598 Amazon reviews at ★ 4.4

Our Take

Smart, compact, and genuinely waterproof—a bathroom upgrade that pays for itself in peace of mind.

Motion-sensor trash cans used to be a luxury; now they're $28 and waterproof.

At $28.25 (down from $34.99), you're paying a modest premium over a regular trash can for genuine motion-sensor convenience and waterproof durability.

Who it is forAnyone who wants hands-free waste disposal in a bathroom, bedroom, or kitchen—especially if you're battling humidity or just want one less thing to touch.

How We Judged It

What to check before you buy

Sensor & Auto-Close

Infrared motion sensor with 5-second auto-close

The lid stays open as long as your hand hovers above it, then closes automatically after 5 seconds of no movement. It's genuinely thoughtful—no need to wave frantically or hold your hand there. Powered by 2 AA batteries (not included).

Size & Material

10"L × 5.3"W × 11.42"H, 2 gallons, ABS plastic

Compact footprint won't dominate a small bathroom or bedroom corner. The wave-stripe design is both decorative and anti-slip, and the oval shape fits sleekly into tight spaces without sacrificing capacity.

Waterproof & Durable

IPX5 water-resistant rating

Built to handle humid bathroom environments—won't rust or leave water stains after rinsing. The removable liner ring keeps bags hidden and lets you swap them without touching the bin interior.

Good To Know

Straight from the listing

NOTICE FOR CUSTOMERS - This product is a motion sensor trash can. Customers need to install 2 AA batteries as well as follow the steps to put on the garbage bag to ensure the bin works properly. In the process…
SMART SENSOR - Our fully-developed sensing technology reduces unnecessary openings and extends battery life. The lid stays open if you keep your hands above the infrared motion sensor, which improves user…
MEASUREMENT - 10"Lx5.3"Wx11.42"H, 2 Gallons, ABS materials.
WATER-RESISTANT - Advanced IPX5 waterproof technology prevents water or humid environment from damaging the unit. Leaving none water stain on surface after rinse.

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Context

Where this sits

This is the kind of small appliance that solves a real friction point: touching a trash can in a humid bathroom is gross, and auto-closing bins keep odors contained.