Umbra Mini Trash Can, 1.25 gallon (5 L)
A tidy, well made small swing top bin, larger than a true 2 L countertop can.
We bought Begale 2 L Plastic Mini Garbage Can, Round Trash Can with Blue Lid. It's no longer documented anywhere, so this page reviews the closest well-covered match. It is a small round plastic can with a lid from a well known brand, sold on Amazon in blue, and documented by the maker and several retailers.
The short version
- Desks, bedrooms and small bathrooms that need a lidded bin
- Anyone who wants the contents hidden from view
- Buyers who want to pick a specific color to match a room
- You need a tiny 2 L can that sits on a countertop or vanity
- You want a hands free step or sensor lid
- You need a bin that holds a full day of kitchen waste
What owners like
- Right size for a bathroom, bedroom or under a desk
- Clean, simple look that fits most rooms
Common complaints
- Small capacity means emptying it often
- Larger than true countertop minis, so it takes more counter space than a 2 L can
Based on Little owner feedback could be read. Themes come from Umbra's product page, Target's listing and its review summary, a retailer spec page and the Amazon listing, plus the size stated by the maker..
Research scores
Scored from the maker's specs and what owners report. Drew's own notes and photos will refine these.
Ownership
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What it does
A small round plastic trash can with a domed swing top lid for desks, bathrooms and under counters; reviewed here in place of the Begale 2 L mini can with a blue lid.
- Classic trash can shape in a small size that fits under desks and cabinets
- Swing top lid keeps contents out of sight
- Lid lifts off and holds a bag liner in place, per Umbra
- Wipes clean with a damp cloth
- Sold in many colors, so a blue lid look is easy to match
A tidy choice for a desk, bedroom or small bathroom if you want a named brand, a lid that hides the contents and a wide range of colors, including blues. The trade-offs are that it is larger than the 2 L original, so it will not fit on a crowded countertop as easily, and at about 5 liters it still needs emptying often.
How it compares
Specs
- Capacity
- 1.25 gallons (5 L) per Umbra; some retailers list it as 1.5 gallons
- Size
- About 7.5 in wide and 12.5 in tall
- Material
- Recycled polypropylene
- Lid
- Removable domed swing top
- Weight
- About 1 lb
- Colors
- Many, including mist blue, light blue, denim, black and white
- Model
- 086701
Questions
How big is the Umbra Mini trash can?
Umbra lists 1.25 gallons (5 L), about 12.4 by 6.9 by 6.9 in. Other retailers list about 7.5 in wide by 12.5 in tall.
What is it made of?
Recycled polypropylene, per Umbra and Target.
Does the lid come off?
Yes. The swing top lid is removable and helps hold a bag liner in place.
How do you clean it?
Umbra says to wipe it with a damp cloth or paper towel as needed.
Sources
- Umbra: Mini Trash Can
- Target: Umbra 1.25 Gallon Mini Trash Can with Removable Swing Lid
- Homeplace Store: Umbra Mini Waste Can 1 1/2 Gallon with Swing Lid, Matte
- Amazon.com: Umbra 1.25 Gallon Mini Waste Can with Removable Swing Top Lid, Blue
Researched 2026-10-02. We bought this product; our page is built from the maker's details and what owners report across reviews and forums. We never copy Amazon customer reviews.
