Between regulatory obligations (5-stream sorting, biowaste from 2024) and CSR pressure, correctly equipping your premises with selective sorting bins is no longer optional. The problem: the offer is abundant and the differences between models are not obvious on a product sheet.
Our editorial team has scrutinised the most widely deployed references on the French market – offices, ERP, local authorities, restaurants, outdoor use – to identify the 10 models that truly stand out in practice. The criteria used: number of cycles, useful capacity, build quality, ease of maintenance, relevance of the opening system, and adaptability to the usage context.
| # | Model | Flux | Capacity | Ideal for | Main asset |
| 1 | Recycling bin kit 2/3 streams | 2 flux | 2 × 60 L or 2 × 80 L | Offices, open spaces | Modular, trolley option, choice of flows |
| 2 | Citwin Essential 2/3 bins | 2 or 3 bins | 2 × 75 L / 2 × 110 L / 3 × 45 L | ERP, halls, corridors | Visible bags, reduced openings, Vigipirate |
| 3 | Citwin Premium outdoor | 2 or 3 bins | 2 × 75 L / 2 × 110 L / 3 × 45 L | Outdoor smoking areas | Integrated ashtray, wall-mounted or free-standing |
| 4 | Large volume sorting station | 3 flows | 150 L (2 × 40 L + 1 × 70 L) | Cafeterias, main halls | Multi-face identification, metal bins |
| 5 | Recycled aluminium brick station | 1 to 3 streams | 80 L / 2 × 80 L / 3 × 80 L | Long-lasting exterior | Anti-UV, anti-vandalism, locking |
| 6 | Verona Station | 3 or 4 streams | 3 x 40 L or 4 x 40 L | Public spaces, Publicly accessible buildings | Front openings, triangle key |
| 7 | Amsterdam Station | 2 or 3 streams | 2 × 60 L or 3 × 40 L | Tertiary, transit points | Optional colour frames, bag holders |
| 8 | Mobile on wheels | 1 flux (mobile) | 65 L / 85 L / 110 L | Cuisine, back office | Wheels + handles, recycled plastic |
| 9 | Manifold with steel trap | 1 flux | 68 L | Odour sensitive zones | Automatic closing trap |
| 10 | Steel pedal collector | 1 flux | 66 litres | Kitchen, toilets | Hands-free opening, hygiene |
This is the model we recommend first for a simple reason: its modularity allows it to adapt to any deployment scenario. You start with a dual-stream (packaging + residual waste), then add a third bin once the habit has been established. Each bin offers a capacity of either 60 or 80 litres, which covers the vast majority of uses in commercial spaces without imposing a bulky volume. The trolley option is a real plus for internal collection – maintenance staff can group several kits on a single emptying route. The only point to watch out for: in the absence of a rigid structure, stability relies on the weight of the bags, which can be a concern in high-traffic areas if the bins are not weighted down.
This is the model found in the majority of lobbies, corridors, and public buildings in France. And for good reason: the bags are visible (Vigipirate compliance), the restricted openings prevent inappropriate deposits, and the supplied stickers allow for immediate identification of waste streams. In a 2 × 110 L configuration, it handles intensive use without needing to be emptied too frequently. The 3 × 45 L version is better suited for sites where space is limited but three waste streams are required. It's a no-surprise model – which, in a public access building, is exactly what you're looking for.
The outdoor version of the Citwin follows the same logic (bag support, reduced openings) but adds weather resistance and an optional integrated 3-litre ashtray (approximately 180 cigarette butts). It is this combination of sorting and ashtray that makes it a very relevant choice for building entrances and smoking areas. Available for freestanding or wall mounting, it adapts to architectural constraints. Point to note: in very windy areas, wall mounting is preferable to prevent tipping.
With its 150 L distributed across 3 streams (2 × 40 L + 1 × 70 L), this station is designed for key locations: cafeteria exits, main reception halls, and event areas. The identification is legible on the top and sides, meaning it works regardless of the user's approach angle. The internal bins are made of metal, making them easy to clean and durable. The advice we would give: position it where waste is actually produced, not in a corner «so as not to be in the way.» A sorting point far from the flow of traffic is a sorting point that is ignored.
This is the preferred choice when external constraints are significant: constant UV, rain, intensive use, risk of vandalism. The construction in aluminium and recycled food-grade bricks offers superior resistance to painted steel in exposed conditions. Key locking prevents fly-tipping and damage. Available in 80L single unit up to 3 × 80L, it covers the needs of a campus, a park or an industrial site entrance. Its cost is higher than steel alternatives, but the lifespan largely compensates over a 10-year horizon.
With 3 or 4 separate streams of 40L each, the Verona is aimed at communities and large businesses (ERP) who want comprehensive sorting in a compact format. The front openings (rather than top access) make it easy for everyone to use, including people with reduced mobility. The triangular key lock – compatible with standard technical passes – secures the unit without complicating maintenance. The wire bag holder per stream makes changing bags easy. Highly visible signage is essential for using the 4 streams without causing confusion.
The Amsterdam station occupies an interesting niche between a basic kit and an institutional station. In a 2 x 60 L configuration, it is suitable for moderate volume areas across 2 streams. In a 3 x 40 L configuration, it covers 3 streams in a contained footprint. The steel structure provides good durability, and the optional colour-coded frames enhance legibility without the need for stickers. The triangular key locking system is a bonus for semi-public spaces.
The Movatri is not a recycling bin in the sense of a «visible collection point.» It's an internal collection tool: maintenance staff use it to gather waste from an area to a centralised point. Its wheels and handles make it easy to move, and its recycled plastic construction makes it lightweight and consistent with a CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) approach. Available in 65, 85, or 110 litre sizes, with a solid lid or a calibrated opening depending on the flow. It complements, rather than replaces, a fixed recycling point installation.
The self-closing flap is the mechanism that distinguishes this model. It confines odours between two openings, making it particularly relevant for food waste, break areas and dining spaces. The 68 L size is sufficient for standard use with daily emptying. The steel construction ensures durability and ease of cleaning. It is a supplementary model, to be positioned in «sensitive» areas where an open bin would cause an odour or aesthetic problem.
The pedal opening solves a simple but common problem: hand contact with the lid. In kitchens, sanitary facilities, or any environment where staff wear gloves, it offers a welcome improvement in comfort and hygiene. The inner bag holder prevents slipping and makes emptying easier. With a 66 L capacity, it is suitable for daily use in production areas or technical rooms. Like the flap model, it is a specialised bin to be used alongside multi-stream sorting points in common areas.
