Household Food Waste Composting Machine Market Report 2026

The household food waste composting machine market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $3.25 billion in 2025 to $3.44 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.9%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to government waste reduction initiatives, urbanization trends, household sustainability awareness, growth of kitchen appliance market, landfill reduction policies.

The household food waste composting machine market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $4.51 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to smart home adoption, stricter organic waste regulations, growth of eco-conscious consumers, innovation in odor-free composting, expansion of circular economy practices. Major trends in the forecast period include growing awareness of food waste reduction, rising adoption of smart kitchen appliances, expansion of urban composting practices, demand for compact indoor composters, focus on sustainable living.

The increasing amount of waste generated is expected to drive the growth of the household food waste composting machine market going forward. Waste refers to products or substances that have expired or are no longer suitable for their original purpose. Household food waste composting machines help reduce waste by recycling and processing food waste into natural fertilizers. For instance, in February 2024, according to the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), a Kenya-based environmental agency, municipal solid waste generation was projected to rise from 2.1 billion tonnes in 2023 to 3.8 billion tonnes by 2050. Therefore, the growing volume of waste is supporting the expansion of the household food waste composting machine market.

Key companies in the household food waste composting machine market are focusing on developing innovative solutions, such as industrial food waste grinders, to improve efficiency. These advancements aim to make composting more convenient and attractive for households, supporting sustainable waste management practices. An industrial food waste grinder is a machine designed to process large quantities of food waste by breaking it down into smaller pieces, making disposal or composting easier. It is widely used in commercial kitchens and food processing facilities to enhance waste management and sustainability efforts. For example, in September 2024, Power Knot, a U.S.-based manufacturing company, acquired the BCG-150. This grinder efficiently breaks down tough food waste, improving digestion rates in biodigesters and contributing to sustainable waste management. Its robust design and high processing capacity make it well-suited for large-scale operations.

In May 2023, Vitamix, a United States-based manufacturer of household food waste composting machines, joined forces with Food Cycle Science Corporation, a cleantech company based in Canada. This collaborative effort resulted in the introduction of the Eco 5, a premium upgraded version of the FoodCycler, aimed at minimizing food waste within households. The Eco 5 incorporates technology from Food Cycle Science and benefits from the design and manufacturing expertise of Vitamix.

Major companies operating in the household food waste composting machine market are Whirlpool Corporation, Emerson Electric Co., Breville Group Ltd., Vita-Mix Corporation, EcoRich LLC, Green Mountain Technologies Inc., HotBin Composting, Oklin International Ltd., Tidy Planet Limited, NatureMill Inc., Food Cycle Science Corporation, Hungry Giant Recycling Inc., Open Mind Developments Corporation, Full Circle Home LLC, Bokashicycle LLC, SCD Probiotics LLC, Ridan Composting Ltd., Enviro World Corporation, Urban Worm Company, Keter Group SA, SureClose Ltd.

North America was the largest region in the household food waste composting machine market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the household food waste composting machine market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the household food waste composting machine market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The household food waste composting machine market consists of sales of kitchen waste composters, compost bins, and dry compost fertilizers. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is, the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

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The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

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