Joseph Joseph Totem Max
A vertical waste and recycling bin system designed to maximise capacity in a compact footprint.
Price
£174.95
Editorial rating
5.0 / 5
Last price check
01/01/2026 16:20
Part of the weekly drop
Best of Modern Home and Office: Smart Storage, Digital Paper, and Ambient Lighting | Vol. 3
This product was featured in Vol. 03, alongside other human-picked finds with the same slightly obsessive editorial energy.
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Editorial take
Why we picked it
I never thought I'd be the kind of person who has "opinions" on a rubbish bin, but this is officially our Hero Pick because it turns a domestic chore into a design statement.
Joseph Joseph has managed to turn the most depressing part of adulthood-sorting the plastics from the glass-into a sleek, vertical operation that saves your floor space and your sanity.
It's tall, it's handsome, and it hides your shame (takeaway containers) in a way that makes your kitchen look like you've actually read a book on interior design.
It's basically a bunk bed for your rubbish, proving that even the most mundane objects can be clever enough to be the star of the show.
Detailed verdict
The full review
The Irresistible
- The vertical stack design is a space-saving masterclass, perfect for tiny British kitchens where every square inch is a battleground.
- The integrated odour filter is a lifesaver, stopping the bin from smelling like a seafood market after three days.
The Clever Part
- The removable inner buckets have clever liner-retaining holes, so the bags don't slip down and cause a catastrophic mess.
- It has a dedicated food waste caddy that sits neatly inside, making you feel like a responsible, composting member of society.
The Fine Print
- It's so nice-looking that you'll feel a genuine sense of betrayal the first time you get a scuff mark on the stainless steel lid.
- You are essentially locked into buying their custom-fit liners unless you want to spend your Saturday wrestling with a standard bin bag.
The Reality Check
- It is quite literally a bin, and the fact that you will want to show it off to your neighbours is a sign that your youth has officially left the building.
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