--- product_id: 115652141 title: "The Original VermiHut® Plus 5-Tray Worm Compost Bin – Indoor & Outdoor Vermicomposting System, Continuous Flow Food Waste Recycler for Organic Composting & Gardening - Dark Green" brand: "vermihut" price: "54338 kr" currency: ISK in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Vermi Hut" url: https://www.desertcart.is/products/115652141-the-original-vermihut-plus-5-tray-worm-compost-bin-indoor store_origin: IS region: Iceland --- # Integrated liquid collection base, no leaks 5-stack tray system for efficient worm flow 50L capacity for continuous composting The Original VermiHut® Plus 5-Tray Worm Compost Bin – Indoor & Outdoor Vermicomposting System, Continuous Flow Food Waste Recycler for Organic Composting & Gardening - Dark Green **Brand:** vermihut **Price:** 54338 kr **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🪱 Turn scraps into gold with the ultimate worm-powered recycler! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** The Original VermiHut® Plus 5-Tray Worm Compost Bin – Indoor & Outdoor Vermicomposting System, Continuous Flow Food Waste Recycler for Organic Composting & Gardening - Dark Green by vermihut - **How much does it cost?** 54338 kr with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.is](https://www.desertcart.is/products/115652141-the-original-vermihut-plus-5-tray-worm-compost-bin-indoor) ## Best For - vermihut enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted vermihut brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Ant-Proof & Durable:** Protective base feet act as natural barriers while HDPE construction guarantees years of reliable use. - • **Odor-Free Eco-Living:** Advanced airflow & moisture system with V-Board and coconut mat keeps odors at bay and worms thriving. - • **Worm-Friendly Design:** Worm saver tray prevents loss and boosts airflow, ensuring a happy, productive worm colony. - • **Effortless Maintenance:** One-piece liquid collection base eliminates leaks and simplifies excess moisture management. - • **Maximize Your Green Impact:** Compact 17"x17" footprint fits any indoor/outdoor space without sacrificing capacity. ## Overview The Original VermiHut® Plus 5-Tray Worm Compost Bin is a high-capacity, space-efficient vermicomposting system designed for both indoor and outdoor use. Featuring a 50-liter capacity, odor-reducing airflow technology, and an integrated liquid collection base, it ensures continuous, low-maintenance food waste recycling. Its durable HDPE build and ant-resistant base feet make it a long-lasting, eco-friendly solution for professional gardeners and sustainability-minded millennials alike. ## Description desertcart.com : The Original VermiHut® Plus 5-Tray Worm Compost Bin – Indoor & Outdoor Vermicomposting System, Continuous Flow Food Waste Recycler for Organic Composting & Gardening - Dark Green : Patio, Lawn & Garden Review: Fantastic tower - I love my vermihut towers! I have never had enough leachate to need (or be able to) use the spigot, but every other aspect works perfectly. I have several and have used them for years. They have never broken. The base does not leak. No odor. No bugs. Great indoor tower. My stack- top bin1- empty ( i use this bin to put other bins on when i deconstruct my towers so i don't smush worms.) Bin2- feeding bin Bin3- old feeding bin, finishing up and worms leaving to go up Bin4- even older finishing bin. This bin is harvested next time the tower is cycled. (I skip this one if i only have 5 bins) Bin5- new bin filled with new damp bedding. It is being inoculated with the microscopic life worms need to live. Bin6- older new bin. This will be my new feeding bin when the tower cycles. The tower cycles about every two months. Review: Love the Vermihut. Read the manual back to front. Enjoy! - I'd first like to address some of the 1-star reviews mostly complaining about the gaps. If you do this right and read the instructions carefully. The gaps were a concern for me at first too, but if you create the right conditions, the worms are not wanting to escape. Yes, some will escape (I've counted about 10 in the past 8 months.) This has been one of my most fun, but also laid back projects in the past year. I highly recommend ordering extra coconut coir bricks for when adding each tray. Don't overfeed the guys and honestly I only add vegeble scraps about once a week on average. I got lazy and dont chop the scraps anymore, I let them do the work. To avoid gnats/fruitflys, I filled the top tray with coconut coir and paper scraps and started adding food from the 2nd tray from the top. The one thing I realized I couldn't be lazy about is clearing out the reservoir and bottom tray. the bottom tray will eventually turn into a very wet mud (the worm poop) and should be handled carefully. It will get heavy, so recommend having another person assist with moving the entire kit or it may get messy. It's not rocket sciene, but reading the manual and doing google searches could help to having a good time with it. ## Features - Compact, High-Efficiency Footprint Designed to maximize composting capacity while minimizing floor space. - Odor-Reducing System Composting worms consume food scraps quickly, helping reduce odors. An improved lid design with a built-in V-Board and coconut mat supports airflow and moisture balance. - Moisture Management The V-Board helps retain moisture and maintain a comfortable environment for worms, supporting consistent composting performance. - Worm Saver Tray Prevents worms and compost material from falling into the liquid collection area while improving airflow throughout the system. - Integrated Liquid Collection Base The liquid collection tray and base are molded as one piece, eliminating extra assembly and allowing easy collection of excess liquid. - Protective Base Feet (“Shoes”) This is special design to adding some water to pevent ants going into the worm bin. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B07PRKLCZQ | | Best Sellers Rank | #27,329 in Patio, Lawn & Garden ( See Top 100 in Patio, Lawn & Garden ) #13 in Outdoor Composting Bins | | Brand | VermiHut | | Brand Name | VermiHut | | Capacity | 50 liters | | Color | Dark Green | | Customer Reviews | 4.5 out of 5 stars 1,911 Reviews | | Item Dimensions L x W x H | 17"L x 17"W x 13"H | | Item Type Name | Worm Compost BIn | | Item Weight | 2 Pounds | | Manufacturer | VermiTek | | Manufacturer Part Number | FD-EP-230201-2114 | | Material | High Density Polyethylene (HDPE) | | Material Type | High Density Polyethylene (HDPE) | | Model Number | FD-EP-230201-2114 | | Product Dimensions | 17"L x 17"W x 13"H | | Shape | Rectangular | | UPC | 714119421440 | ## Product Details - **Brand:** VermiHut - **Capacity:** 50 Liters - **Color:** Dark Green - **Item Weight:** 2 Pounds - **Manufacturer:** VermiTek - **Material:** HDPE - **Product Dimensions:** 17"L x 17"W x 13"H - **Shape:** Rectangular - **UPC:** 714119421440 ## Images ![The Original VermiHut® Plus 5-Tray Worm Compost Bin – Indoor & Outdoor Vermicomposting System, Continuous Flow Food Waste Recycler for Organic Composting & Gardening - Dark Green - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61E6ZSPBWAL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Color** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: Once the worms make it to the top do you reuse them and put them back in the bottom tray or do you get new worms?** A: Of course, you can reuse them. Normally, when most of the worm go to the top trays, the bottom tray has very few worms. Then you can harvest the casting at the very bottom tray. After you harvest the bottom tray and clean it, you can put it on the top as a top tray. At this time , the original 2nd bottom becomes the very bottom tray. You leave the worms in the system, and they will still stay, live and compost in the system. **Q: How many red worms do you need to order for this product?** A: To begin with, we suggest starting with 1000 pcs or 1 lbs of red worms. Please feel free to let us know if you have more questions. Thanks. **Q: Can you use nightcrawlers instead of red wigglers?** A: Red Wigglers are called compost worms. They feed on scraps buried in soil. Scraps buried prevent things like fruit flys. They also re-produce faster than nightcrawlers. Night Crawlers are top feeders. I would stick to using Night Crawlers for fish bait. **Q: What are the dimensions of the worm farm?** A: Each tray is 17"x17"x5". The volume is the same as the ones in the market such as the worm factory and the original VermiHut. When all 5 trays are stacked, it is about 33" including the base. We make the VermiHut Plus tray wider and little bit shorter so that it has less pressure and more area for air-flow. The VermiHut Plus design is an improvement compared to the original VermiHut and the Worm Factory. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Fantastic tower *by J***K on April 12, 2026* I love my vermihut towers! I have never had enough leachate to need (or be able to) use the spigot, but every other aspect works perfectly. I have several and have used them for years. They have never broken. The base does not leak. No odor. No bugs. Great indoor tower. My stack- top bin1- empty ( i use this bin to put other bins on when i deconstruct my towers so i don't smush worms.) Bin2- feeding bin Bin3- old feeding bin, finishing up and worms leaving to go up Bin4- even older finishing bin. This bin is harvested next time the tower is cycled. (I skip this one if i only have 5 bins) Bin5- new bin filled with new damp bedding. It is being inoculated with the microscopic life worms need to live. Bin6- older new bin. This will be my new feeding bin when the tower cycles. The tower cycles about every two months. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Love the Vermihut. Read the manual back to front. Enjoy! *by K***I on July 1, 2026* I'd first like to address some of the 1-star reviews mostly complaining about the gaps. If you do this right and read the instructions carefully. The gaps were a concern for me at first too, but if you create the right conditions, the worms are not wanting to escape. Yes, some will escape (I've counted about 10 in the past 8 months.) This has been one of my most fun, but also laid back projects in the past year. I highly recommend ordering extra coconut coir bricks for when adding each tray. Don't overfeed the guys and honestly I only add vegeble scraps about once a week on average. I got lazy and dont chop the scraps anymore, I let them do the work. To avoid gnats/fruitflys, I filled the top tray with coconut coir and paper scraps and started adding food from the 2nd tray from the top. The one thing I realized I couldn't be lazy about is clearing out the reservoir and bottom tray. the bottom tray will eventually turn into a very wet mud (the worm poop) and should be handled carefully. It will get heavy, so recommend having another person assist with moving the entire kit or it may get messy. It's not rocket sciene, but reading the manual and doing google searches could help to having a good time with it. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Easy setup but does it work? *by S***E on December 25, 2022* Easy to set up, I think, if I am doing it right. I have it in my house since it’s cold outside. So far, no smell and not too much mess. Ok so I’ve had this for only 10 weeks so maybe l am not patient enough, but I am not seeing how this works. I stopped using the V board because the worms would crawl on top of it. The “board” was hard to remove with them stuck between the V board and the lid. I didn’t want to injure them. Then they would crawl around on the inside of the lid, making babies, dropping castings, and making a mess when the lid was removed. I read someone does not use the lid, and read someone else uses the worm blanket. So now I am trying that with a light on all the time. This seems to work better. Most of the bedding and food in the first bin seemed to be consumed, so I am working on the second bin. It does not stack on top of the first bin like it shows in the product photo. The second bin is heavy enough it is smashing down the soil, castings, and worms in the first bin. When I lift it to see what’s going on, a lot of worms appear to be struggling to free themselves from being crushed. I guess I better try and remove them. Why don’t they crawl up through the holes where the food is? I hate to see how they are when I put another tray on top of the second. Been doing a lot of research but it’s all very confusing. Update: This is a learning experience, and there is quite a bit of conflicting information on the internet. I decided it depends on what is good for the worms and what works for the person giving (and selling) the information. I was not comfortable with squishing my worms (they can probably handle it, but I can't...haha), so I found some strong wire baskets that are the perfect size to support each tray when stacked on top of each other. I have enough bedding in each tray that they are full enough for worms to travel back and forth through the holes. They have plenty of room now to multiply and hopefully be happy. So far, they seem to be. I am not concerned about the gaps between trays since I have a floor lamp on all the time. I also decided to keep the lid on to retain moisture. If they want to crawl around in it, fine. There is not so much moisture that it produces leachate. I read that a well maintained worm bin does not produce leachate. The bottom collection tray is probably not needed. ## Frequently Bought Together - The Original Vermihut ® Plus 5 – Tray Worm Composter -Dark Green,Sustainable Design for Both Indoor & Outdoor, Worm Compost Bin for Vermicomposting Starter, Recycling Food Wastes - Uncle Jim's Worm Farm 1000 Count Red Wiggler Composting Worms Mix for Garden Soil or Fishing | Pack of Compost Worms Improves Soil Structure and Quality for Healthier Gardens - Urban Worm Coco Coir Soil Amendment and Bedding (6) --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.is/products/115652141-the-original-vermihut-plus-5-tray-worm-compost-bin-indoor](https://www.desertcart.is/products/115652141-the-original-vermihut-plus-5-tray-worm-compost-bin-indoor) --- *Product available on Desertcart Iceland* *Store origin: IS* *Last updated: 2026-07-17*