Cesun Small Round Bathroom Trash Can, 1.2-Gallon

The hands-free step pedal lets you drop in small bits of bathroom or office waste without lifting the lid, while the soft-close design keeps it from slamming shut. This compact, round can holds 1.2 gallons and has a black stainless steel exterior with a removable plastic inner bucket. Its proportions make it easier to place in a small room than a full-size kitchen can. The tradeoff is capacity: it’s built for light, everyday waste, not a high-volume household bin.

Quick overview

The main appeal is a set of practical details in a small footprint: a foot pedal, a gently closing lid, and a bucket you can lift out when it’s time to empty the can. That setup is useful beside a bathroom vanity or under a desk, where an open wastebasket can look untidy and handling the lid isn’t always convenient. The stainless steel body also gives it a more finished appearance than a basic plastic bin.

The maker lists the dimensions as 7.5 inches long by 8.5 inches wide by 12 inches high. The pedal is described as steel and designed to withstand more than 100,000 steps, though that durability figure is the maker’s claim rather than an independently supplied test result. A solid pick if you want a lidded bin for a compact spot and don’t need it to hold much between emptying.

Size & fit

At 1.2 gallons, this is sized for a bathroom, bedroom, or office rather than shared spaces with a steady stream of larger waste. For a visual sense of use, it can sit near a bathroom sink for tissues and small packaging, then be carried to a larger trash can using the inner bucket’s handle. The round shape and listed dimensions are worth comparing with the space where you plan to put it, especially if it needs to fit beside a cabinet or toilet.

It takes regular 1.2–1.3-gallon trash bags, so you don’t have to rely on a custom size. Keep in mind that the compact capacity will mean more frequent emptying if several people use it or if you dispose of bulky items. A larger bin makes more sense for that kind of use, this one prioritizes a smaller footprint.

Tips for day-to-day use

Press the pedal to open the lid when your hands are occupied, then let the soft-close mechanism bring it down gently. When the can needs emptying, lift out the plastic bucket using its carry handle rather than moving the whole stainless steel body. Standard small bags are listed as compatible, a well-sized liner should sit more neatly inside than one that is too large for the opening.

The black, fingerprint-resistant finish is intended to reduce visible marks, but the product details don’t specify a cleaning method or whether the exterior resists scratches. You may want to skip it if you need a large-capacity bin, a fully metal interior, or documented performance beyond the stated maker claim.

Practical doubts

Does it need special trash bags?

No. The listed fit is for regular 1.2–1.3-gallon bags. The maker also mentions custom-fit Code C bags as an option for a cleaner appearance, not as a requirement.

Can the inner bucket be removed?

Yes. The plastic inner bucket is removable and has a carry handle, which makes it easier to take waste to a larger bin.

Does the lid close quietly?

The lid is described as soft-closing to prevent slamming. The product information doesn’t provide a noise measurement, so treat that as a design feature rather than a quantified sound level.

Is it worth it?

This Cesun can is most compelling when a small room needs a covered, pedal-operated wastebasket and easy emptying matters more than capacity. Compared with a simple open bin, it adds hands-free access and a closing lid, compared with a larger step can, it takes up less room but holds less. Choose it for light bathroom or desk waste and a compact placement spot. For busy shared areas or bulky rubbish, a higher-capacity can is the more practical approach.