Lomi (Pela)
Lomi 2
$499Cheaper
Released 2023
Best Electric Composters · head-to-head
A sourced, side-by-side comparison. Lomi 2 is cheaper at $499. Every spec and price links to its source.
Lomi (Pela)
$499Cheaper
Released 2023
Tero
$595
Released 2021-09
On the specs we track, they're closely matched. The Lomi 2 is the cheaper at $499.
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| Spec | Lomi 2 | Tero Composter |
|---|---|---|
| US price | $499 | $595 |
| Brand | Lomi (Pela) | Tero |
| Released | 2023 | 2021-09 |
| Capacity liters | 3 | 4 |
| Cycle time hours | 4-24 (mode-dependent: Eco-Express to Grow) | 6.5-7 (1 hr heat + ~5 hr grind + 0.5-1 hr cool) |
| Noise level (dB) | <60 | — |
| Power watts | 500 | — |
| Carbon filter | Yes | Yes |
| Bucket dishwasher safe | Yes | Yes |
| Weight (kg) | 8.98 | — |
| Volume reduction percent | 80 | 85 |
| Dimensions (in) | 16 x 13 x 12 (H x W x D) | 15.8 x 8.5 x 11 |
Sources — Lomi 2: amazon.com (verified 2026-08-01). Tero Composter: dobbernationloves.com (verified 2026-08-01).
Where the two actually differ on the specs we track (4 of 9). Matching specs are omitted.