GEME Home Composter

Frequently Asked Questions

How does it work?

✅ Simulates a compost pile in a box, ❌not just dehydration and heat

GEME Composters are home appliances that provide and maintain an ideal environment for GEME's special microbes (GEME Kobold) to break down bio-waste. Terra 2 works on the same principle.

• The Machine: It simulates a compost pile in a contained environment, ensuring that it will not smell.
  
• The Kobold: Microbes perform most of the work. They reproduce quickly and absorb energy from the food waste. Just like worms consume food, microbes break down waste and produce compost.Under ideal conditions, some bacterial species can divide every 10–15 minutes, doubling the population at these intervals.

What is the difference between other electric composters like Lomi?

Features	GEME Terra 2	Lomi-like Dehydrators
Price	< $600	$150 < x < $500
Size	14L	3L - 4L
Working Mode	Continuous composting	Periodic grinding and dehydrating
End Result	Real compost	Dried and cooked waste
Interaction	Add waste anytime	Wait for cycle to complete
Filter System	Permanent filter, No need to replace	Carbon filter, Replace every 3 months
Clean-up	No need to clean	Easily clogged
Days to Fill	45 days+	1 day
Sound Level	25dB to 40dB	60dB+
Energy Cost	1.2~1.7 kWh/day Similar to a MacBook Pro	500W+ Power Similar to an oven
Space	Floor, countertop	Countertop only
How to Start	Throw in and close the lid	Align lid carefully
Liquid Waste	Yes	No
Meat	Yes	No
Supports Pet Waste	Yes	No
Up to 3kg	Yes	No

Can I add food waste when it is running?

Yes

How much food waste can I add at once?

You can add up to 2kg at one time. You can add food waste multiple times in one day, but please do not exceed 5kg in a single day.

Note: The container can hold up to 19L, but this doesn't mean you can fill it completely at once.

Adding 5kg of waste at once is possible and has pass factory benchmark testing, but it is not recommended for daily use.

What kinds of food waste can I put?

Almost all food you eat can go into the GEME composter, Learn by playing a game.

It also supports liquid waste, like soup.

It can also break down pet waste, such as dog poop and cat litter.

How long will it take to turn my food waste into compost?

For most daily leftovers, it takes around 6 to 8 hours to break down the waste.
Check out this uncut 7-hour video. (none of our competitors dare to share such live videos with the public)However, for certain food waste, like orange peels, it will take slightly longer due to their tough fibers. Small bones take even more time.Note: While it takes a few hours or days to break down into compost, this is not yet finished compost. We recommend waiting at least 45 days before using it. Alternatively, you can mix the unfinished compost with soil at a 1:8 ratio to grow your plants.

Does it smell? How often should I replace the carbon filter?

It doesn't smell because it uses metal ion catalytic oxidation technology to neutralize odors. Unlike traditional composters, it doesn't use carbon filters, so there's no need to replace them. The filter is designed to last a lifetime.

Layer 1

Photocatalyst and UV light that eliminate harmful bacteria.

Layer 2

Metal ion catalytic oxidation process.

Layer 3

A powerful aerobic air exchange system for odor control.

How often should I clean the bin?

Technically, there is no need to clean the bin. It may not look great, and there might be a slight odor when you open the lid, but once the lid is closed, it remains clean and odorless.
The real question you might want to ask is: How often should I harvest the compost?

1. Don't exceed the full limit line

This is a hard limit. If it gets full, remove the compost as soon as possible.

2. Do not empty all of the compost

Every time you remove compost, leave some at the base so that the bacteria in the GEME Kobold can reproduce and continue processing new food waste.Keep the compost level aligned with the agitator shaft.

3. Recommended: Remove compost when the paddle is fully buried

Look for the yellow line in the picture below. This is a best practice that allows you to collect compost more efficiently while reducing the machine's workload, helping to extend its lifespan.

Can I feed the output from GEME to my worm bin for vermin composting?

Yes, you can! The microbes from GEME Kobold are collected and extracted from nature. They are not harmful to animals and good to the soil. They can work perfectly with worms in the worm bin. The unfinished organic material will be the best food for the worms while the decomposed material remains high nutrient.

What is the electricity cost to keep the unit?

GEME Composter Annual Costs: A Detailed Reasoning

1. Daily Energy Consumption

The GEME Composter consumes approximately 1.44 kWh per day. This is comparable to the daily energy usage of a standard laptop running continuously.

2. Annual Energy Consumption

Given that the appliance operates 24 hours a day, the total energy consumption over a year can be calculated as:

1.44 kWh/day × 365 days/year = 525.6 kWh/year

This means that over the course of a year, the GEME Composter uses a total of 525.6 kWh.

3. Electricity Cost

The average electricity cost in the United States is around $0.13 per kWh. Therefore, the annual cost of running the GEME Composter can be calculated as:

525.6 kWh/year × $0.13/kWh = $68.33/year

This calculation shows that the GEME Composter's electricity cost amounts to approximately $68.33 per year.

4. Conclusion

The annual operating cost of the GEME Composter, when considering only electricity usage, is relatively low at $68.33. This makes it an economical choice for those looking to reduce food waste and produce compost, all while maintaining low operating expenses.

Annual Electricity Cost Comparison

Device	Daily Energy Consumption (kWh)	Annual Energy Consumption (kWh)	Average Electricity Cost ($/kWh)	Annual Electricity Cost ($)
GEME Composter	1.44	525.6	$0.13	$68.33
Refrigerator	1.5	547.5	$0.13	$71.18
Air Conditioner	5.0 (during summer)	600	$0.13	$78.00