Vitamix
FoodCycler Eco 3
$499Cheaper
Best Electric Composters · head-to-head
A sourced, side-by-side comparison. FoodCycler Eco 3 is cheaper at $499. Every spec and price links to its source.
Vitamix
$499Cheaper
GEME
$749.99
The FoodCycler Eco 3 wins 1 of the 1 specs we compare head to head; the other wins 0. The FoodCycler Eco 3 is the cheaper at $499. The FoodCycler Eco 3 both leads on specs and costs less — the straightforward pick.
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| Spec | | |
|---|---|---|
| US price | $499 | $749.99 |
| Brand | Vitamix | GEME |
| Released | — | — |
| Capacity liters | 3.5 | 19 |
| Cycle time hours | 4-9 | 6-8 |
| Noise level (dB) | — | 35-45 |
| Power watts | — | — |
| Carbon filter | Yes | No |
| Bucket dishwasher safe | Yes | — |
| Weight (kg) | 12.9 | 19.5 |
| Volume reduction percent | 90 | 95 |
| Dimensions (in) | 11 x 9 x 13 (H x W x D) | 12.6 x 18 x 26.2 (W x D x H) |
Sources — FoodCycler Eco 3: foodcycler.com (verified 2026-08-01). GEME Composter: geme.bio (verified 2026-08-01).
Where the two actually differ on the specs we track (6 of 9). Matching specs are omitted.