Make the right call in 3 minutes.
Drying reduces water. Composting needs biology.
Start with the difference, then pick the comparison that matches your needs.
Start here (Must read)
Real Compost vs Dehydrator
Drying removes water. Composting completes biology.
- What 'real compost' means (and what it doesn't)
- Output comparison: Soil vs. Dried Scraps
- Ongoing cost: Filters vs. Biology
What matters most to you?
1) What output do you actually want?
2) Are your inputs messy (cooked, sauces, salt/oil)?
Compare by system, not by slogans
Pick by workflow - not by marketing words. Here is what "processing" really means in daily use.
GEME vs Lomi
Biological processing vs heat-drying, end to end.
Lomi Best for: Fast heat-drying on the countertop.
Not ideal if: You want soil-use output or low long-term cost.
GEME vs Mill
Ownership vs service-based waste processing.
Mill Best for: Subscription-based pickup and service.
Not ideal if: You want ownership or on-site compost output.
GEME vs Reencle
Entry-level fermentation vs controlled aerobic bio-processing.
Reencle Best for: Small-batch fermentation with limited inputs.
Not ideal if: You expect high tolerance or mixed daily waste.
GEME isn't "another composter." It's a continuous aerobic bio-processor + a controlled chamber + a living workforce (Kobold) designed to create compost base - not just manage waste.
At a glance (category-level)
| Category | What it does well | What it doesn't do |
|---|---|---|
| Real composting (Aerobic bio-process) | Soil-use output, biology-driven breakdown | Not instant "dry powder" |
| Heat-dry systems | Fast volume reduction and temporary odor control | Not finished compost — often needs composting time |
| Fermentation-style systems | Pre-treatment / stabilization depending on method | Not the same as aerobic composting |
Where GEME sits: GEME = controlled aerobic bio-reactor (real compost output).
A fair note
Different systems solve different problems. This hub is here to clarify definitions and help you choose — not to "win" a comment section.
Quick FAQ
Is a dehydrator a composter?▼
So is GEME a dehydrator at all?▼
How should I store the output?▼
Where is the evidence?▼
Ready for real composting in the kitchen?
Open GK evidence summary →Statements describe typical use and intended design. Actual results vary by household conditions and inputs.
Quick comparison (30 seconds)
Drying removes water. Composting completes biology.
✓GEME: Runs a controlled aerobic process. Turns scraps into compost output for soil use.
·Others: Heat-dry systems mainly dry/grind. The result often still needs composting time.
Assumptions & boundaries
- We avoid brand-by-brand claims in the hub table and focus on category definitions.
- Performance numbers vary by household habits, local electricity pricing, and maintenance diligence.
- For data sources and method notes, see GK.