Morphy Richards Chroma 971517 Square Sensor Bin with Motion Sensing Technology and 3 Lemon-Scented Bin Liners, 50L, Black


Automatic Lid
Manual Open/Close Button No No
Capacity 42 Litres 50 Litres 60 Litres 75 Litres
Multiple Compartments No No No
Batteries 4 x AA 4 x AA 6 x AAA 6 x AAA


Weight: 2.94 kg
Dimensions: 24.6 x 34.2 x 72.2 cm; 2.94 Kilograms
Brand: Morphy Richards
Model: 971517
Colour: Black
Colour: Black

90 Responses

  1. SFLNorbert says:

     United Kingdom

    The free bin liners that come with it won’t fit .. Excellent quality of bin though would definitely recommend

  2. Anonymous says:

     United Kingdom

    Golden Review Award: 2 From Our UsersBetter than me there as lid has worked for 2 years. Some others lasted months only. Still deeply disappointing to purchase products that have built in redundancy.

  3. Anonymous says:

     United Kingdom

    Over the years we have had a few kitchen bins, this is the best yet, bought one for my daughter as a present, so bought one my self, very impressed!

  4. Step2 says:

     United Kingdom

    When bags are getting full they are very hard to remove from the bin. Also, the battery operated lid only works intermittently.

  5. BettePrentice says:

     United Kingdom

    Great bin a little bit fiddly to put bin bag i

  6. LorriYabsley says:

     United Kingdom

    Excellent value for money. Very spacious. Fits perfectly in mi kitchen.

  7. GeniaGleason says:

     United Kingdom

    Very pleased with bin. A little smaller than our previous one but certainly big enough. Sensor at front which is easily activated.
    Advert/description stated 3 bin liners supplied!!! Not sure if anyone has tried actually putting it on the bin but I assure you it does not fit. Too small.

  8. Michelle Stark says:

     United Kingdom

    Surprised it did not come with batteries and the three binliners did not fit and were about 1 inch too small on the rim. The sensor is at the front so opens and closes every time you pass it whereas my previous one from tower had the sensor on the top so only opened when you put your hand above it which was much more sensible

  9. Anonymous says:

     United Kingdom

    Had a older model before bracket broke
    So ordered replacement this one seems to be better made than the last as for people saying they can’t scrape a plate! It’s easy block the sensor with your leg bin stays ope

  10. Leah Stodart says:

     United Kingdom

    Just like the one we replaced brilliant bit of kit thankyou

  11. Edward Moyer says:

     United Kingdom

    This bin is really good to use, just wave your hand by the sensor and it opens, good if your hands are wet or messy, no need to touch the lid. I’m sure this will be a good game when the grandchildren come to stay.

  12. David Katzmaier says:

     United Kingdom

    Good size. Motion detector is good. Make sure you get decent batteries

  13. Anonymous says:

     United Kingdom

    This is now my kitchen waste bin. It’s quite slim so is not intrusive but holds a lot. I’m really pleased with it.

  14. Anonymous says:

     United Kingdom

    Overall very pleased but was disappointed to find that the “chrome” on the lid is plastic, this, in my opinion let’s the product down, otherwise, ice produc

  15. Anonymous says:

     United Kingdom

    This is the second one of these I’ve bought to make up the twin set for recyclable and non recyclable waste. Fortunately I was able to get the second one in a sale, so paid no more than the first one from 2 years ago. Having paid only about 50, I wasn’t sure how long the motion sensor would last but it has proved to be reliable. It is well designed with a plastic retaining ring for the waste bag, which means the bag doesn’t have to be seen unlike the expensive Brabantia it replaced. I like the way the lid remains open if you’re still close to the sensor and emptying waste into the bin. The steel used to make the bin itself is rather flimsy so if you cram the bin to full you could dent it. As long as you don’t abuse it, it’s fine and besides what can you expect for only 50. You could buy a Brabantia instead but it would probably cost you almost twice the money.

  16. Anonymous says:

     United Kingdom

    Good looking easy to use and clean, it does open if you walk past it too close though. I bought the 50l for my recycling too

  17. Anonymous says:

     United Kingdom

    Good bins but the free bin liner don’t fit the bi

  18. Anonymous says:

     United Kingdom

    Love my new sensor bin. Bought it to replace a similar one that had eventually died after a number of years. Looks good, sensor works well and is responsive. Easy to empty. What’s not to like.

  19. JacintoLouis says:

     United Kingdom

    Looks great but the auto open can be a bit annoying as it tends to close on you if you are trying to do anything more than just immediately drop something i

  20. Anonymous says:

     United Kingdom

    Brilliant bin, very neat, shiney black and chrome, takes AA batteries to work the sensor, came with a few lemon scented bags which fit perfectly .

    Shiney black and chrome sensor bi

  21. Anonymous says:

     United Kingdom

    Great little bin, expensive for a bin but worth the money as looks nice and sleek in my kitchen.

  22. AngelitMacdermo says:

     United Kingdom

    Very smart looking bin nice and neat contains good amount of rubbish, great having sensor when hands are we

  23. Sean Jackson says:

     United Kingdom

    Does exactly what it says in the title. Good sized bin, sensor works well, only downside is it automatically closes after about five seconds – a bit annoying if you’re scraping a plate and it’s a bit fiddly. It isn’t a heavy lid so at most it taps your hand gently as it closes and it stops if there’s any resistance but I’d expected to need to wave over the sensor again to close the lid, or get a bit longer before it automatically closed. Not the end of the world and doesn’t affect its use negatively at all.
    Some questions were asked about opening it without the sensor working – there’s a little lip in the lid so it’s easy to pull up manually.

  24. StefaniByatt says:

     United Kingdom

    Does exactly what it says in the title. Good sized bin, sensor works well, only downside is it automatically closes after about five seconds – a bit annoying if you’re scraping a plate and it’s a bit fiddly. It isn’t a heavy lid so at most it taps your hand gently as it closes and it stops if there’s any resistance but I’d expected to need to wave over the sensor again to close the lid, or get a bit longer before it automatically closed. Not the end of the world and doesn’t affect its use negatively at all.
    Some questions were asked about opening it without the sensor working – there’s a little lip in the lid so it’s easy to pull up manually.

  25. Anonymous says:

     United Kingdom

    Great product. Very pleased with the look, it’s sleek and professional looking and works great. In the instructions it says you have to have your hand a certain distance from the sensor well I found this distance to be made up as I had to have my hand a lot closer, around about and inch away It’s no issue for me, stops accidentally opening as you walk past but If it’s an inch say an inch not something else.

  26. Anonymous says:

     United Kingdom

    Good item, works well, packaged well to stop any damage.

  27. KarenNowlin says:

     United Kingdom

    This is expensive for a bin, however I feel is worth it, as the bin is actually metal (unlike many of the same price which are plastic made to look like metal). The sensor opening is great (although can be a bit annoying if the bin is placed too close to a walk way as the bin will open when you walk past. The capacity is good, the free bin bags included are.a nice bonus and smell lovely. Fast delivery.

  28. JeffersCheatham says:

     United Kingdom

    This is expensive for a bin, however I feel is worth it, as the bin is actually metal (unlike many of the same price which are plastic made to look like metal). The sensor opening is great (although can be a bit annoying if the bin is placed too close to a walk way as the bin will open when you walk past. The capacity is good, the free bin bags included are.a nice bonus and smell lovely. Fast delivery.

  29. Anonymous says:

     United Kingdom

    I like the no hands approach. So much easier and germ free when working in the kitchen. Holds loads but not easy to remove bags if they are too full. Disappointed in the battery life though – after a while the lid didn’t close fully and only putting in new batteries fixed it. Overall very pleased after 6 or 8 weeks of use.

  30. VS Grenier says:

     United Kingdom

    Great bin. I’d give it 5 stars if it wasn’t for the lid. The sensor is so sensitive it activates every time you walk past the bloody thing. Then, when your want to scrape the remains of the children’s dinner into the bin, it gives you about a nano second to do it! Well, 7 seconds, but either way it’s not enough time. Apart from that, it’s probably the best bin I’ve ever owned.

  31. Anonymous says:

     United Kingdom

    Very nice buy yourself strong 60/70 litres big bin bags normal cordless bags are great strong bin bags

  32. Anonymous says:

     United Kingdom

    Love this bin. Always laugh when the cover opens up itself while Im opening my fridge. Good make. Delivery man funny. Who ever will decide to purchase it please register your product on their website otherwise you wont have warranty in place.

  33. FranKKEsgc says:

     United Kingdom

    We wanted a bigger bin. So my partner choose this one of course because the no touch. And it brilliant so pleased we got this one.

  34. Anonymous says:

     United Kingdom

    Very modern, easy to setup and use and I loved
    The finishing touch of the free scented bin liners. Good brand and would recommend for anyone updating their kitchen. Sturdy and strong quality.

  35. Anonymous says:

     United Kingdom

    Quick delivery, easy to use. Just put hand in front of bin and it opens.

  36. LashawnTarver says:

     United Kingdom

    I wasn’t sure that I wanted a no-touch bin but having had the pleasure of this bin in the kitchen for a few weeks now – I simply ordered another similar for the scullery area. To be fair, It can be a little over-enthusiastic and open up just because I am nearby but I find this rather endearing. I love the matt black colour too.

  37. Anonymous says:

     United Kingdom

    Sleek product, love the sensor, no more bin lid smashing against the wall as it pings open! Pricey, but will preserve the wall so in our opinion it’s quids in.

  38. Anonymous says:

     United Kingdom

    Second purchase of this bin. Ordered this one for my sister. We both happy with the bin. Don’t over fill or difficult to remove the liner.

  39. Rusty82Liua says:

     United Kingdom

    This is an easy to use, easy to clean bin . The batteries take a bit of fiddling with to place correctly, but once that’s done, it works every time!

  40. MartyPereira says:

     United Kingdom

    Love this bin. Sensor can be a little hit and miss but opens 8 times out of 10

  41. Anonymous says:

     United Kingdom

    We are happy with the product, sometimes to open the sensor bin it’s a bit delay overall no problem at all

  42. Real Run Reviewers says:

     United Kingdom

    Lovely looking bin, glossy black and looks really nice in the kitchen. The only thing I would say is the lid feels like it might break if it got a knock, made with cheap plastic

  43. SarahMgfulhqba says:

     United Kingdom

    Purchased this Morphy Richards whilst it was in the Amazon ‘Black Friday’ offers, so paid just a little under 50 (from a supposed full price of nearer 150).
    In all honesty, I don’t know why reviewers have given this negative comments. For one, it DOESN’T open when you simply walk past – you have to ‘pause’ your hand (or an object) in front of the sensor for the bin lid to open, you get a few seconds to drop whatever rubbish you need to into it, then the lid closes (quietly).
    Another complaint from more than one reviewer is the battery compartment cover and batteries falling into the rubbish. HOW?! There is a very positive ‘click’ of the cover when you put it on, so unless you then drop the lid down onto the bin from a height of perhaps 50ft., that cover isn’t going to just drop off!

    The first one of these arrived damaged (despite being in a double-walled box), but Amazon replaced it and had delivered the new one within 48 hours, so no faults there.
    All in all a very good quality product, but not worth the RRP that was advertised. We paid close on 50 for a non-sensor bin a few years ago, but the foot pedal opener had broken, hence this purchase. Very pleased!

  44. Anonymous says:

     United Kingdom

    Lid and plastic rim to keep bag in place do not appear very sturdy. Difficult to keep the lid from automatically closing when scraping items into the bin.

  45. Anonymous says:

     United Kingdom

    Absolutely love my bin, it does close on you sometimes but that’s only cause the battery power is getting low but other than that I think it’s a great bin.

  46. Anonymous says:

     United Kingdom

    A great bib at a great price and looks good in any kitche

  47. Anonymous says:

     United Kingdom

    We love it as elders don’t have to stumble while using i

  48. Anonymous says:

     United Kingdom

    Love my new bin I actually had the smaller version for a few years but needed the larger size so bought this one it’s very tidy looks good no mess

  49. Michileen Martin says:

     United Kingdom

    Batteries don’t last all that long and lid tends to close on you as you are scraping food in! Thought it would have been better for the price!

  50. BettyHardison says:

     United Kingdom

    Great kitchen bin. The auto opening makes it lots easier when your hands are full.

  51. ElviaRoberge says:

     United Kingdom

    Love it.
    No need to continually wash hands!
    Though you walk past it and it opens! Haha!

  52. Anonymous says:

     United Kingdom

    A little too sensitive but other than that its perfec

  53. Anonymous says:

     United Kingdom

    Great. Tried other makes but this one is the best.

  54. Nathan Sanel says:

     United Kingdom

    Love this bin. It’s good quality and worth the money.

  55. Anonymous says:

     United Kingdom

    Brought this as we needed a new bin and decided to pay a bit more go for a sensor one, we were a bit dubious as ones that we had tried in the past didn’t work properly but am happy to say that this one works so well and we couldn’t go back to a standard bin!

  56. Anonymous says:

     United Kingdom

    Very pleased with this smart and stylish addition to my kitchen!

  57. Anonymous says:

     United Kingdom

    I’m sure it talks to every time i walk pass it bestb bin ever had

  58. Anonymous says:

     United Kingdom

    Great bin, kids seem to love the novelty of a self opening lid so actually put things in the bin!

  59. Anonymous says:

     United Kingdom

    It’s good though I wish it had handles to carry when needed

  60. Anonymous says:

     United Kingdom

    Incredible bin. Holds so much and doesn’t take up much space. The hand sensor is really sensitive and works so well and stays open a little while so can easily use it without the lids dropping down. The plastic inside which holds the bin bag is actually fantastic. So simple but effective!

  61. GordonKetner says:

     United Kingdom

    Lasted about 1 half years then kid broke would not open or close

  62. POWLeorarntjbd says:

     United Kingdom

    I love this bin as it’s so easy and clean to use. It’s like having your own personal robot….the lid closes for you, you don’t have to touch a thing, which reduces cleaning! It also looks very smart and holds a lot. I don’t normally write reviews, even with an incentive, but just had to about this one as it’s amazing! Don’t know how I did without it before!!

  63. Anonymous says:

     United Kingdom

    Golden Review Award: 7 From Our UsersA lovely looking good/heavy quality bin – 4 stars because the plastic lid is quite flimsy. Having said that, I don’t think that this will be an issue…because you don’t touch it! I have read the other reviews and can confirm that:
    1. The plastic battery cover did initially drop off when first installed – this was my fault, as I had not clicked it into place correctly. No problem now
    2. You can fit the bin liner so that it is NOT seen – I use a large (definitely over 50L) black bin liner, as my old bin was slightly bigger
    3. There is no ‘inner bin’, but this is not an issue, if you put the bin liner in correctly – see point 2 above
    4. It does indeed open by itself…..but only when my bum is directly facing it. Walking past has not been an issue so far
    5. You can register for a 5 year guarantee on line @ Morphy Richards. Note that there is no serial number required – only the product number, which is on the box. Keep your receipt though
    6. As with all bins of this type – if you over fill it, it WILL be difficult to empty….I am trying to educate the rest of the family!

  64. [email protected] TV Fanatic Staff says:

     United Kingdom

    Looked at all the reviews. and was a bit wary. But was really pleased with this product. As long as you switch it of at the back be for you take the lid off, the battery’s remain intact. as people seemed to be saying the battery cover kept falling off. But I don’t have any problems. what more could you ask for especially with a 5 year guarantee.

  65. Anonymous says:

     United Kingdom

    Excellent product which is very neat .The open close feature is very efficie

  66. Anonymous says:

     United Kingdom

    2nd bin,broke mechanism when cleaning,but overall very pleased with purchase.

  67. Danae90Lncn says:

     United Kingdom

    Good capacity bin.Our kitchen is quite small,and in hindsight would have gone for a conventional pedal bin.When you walk past it,it flies open,so it can be quite annoying.

  68. Anonymous says:

     United Kingdom

    Golden Review Award: 54 From Our UsersThis bin takes a bit of getting used to. At first it seems like a robot has come to live in the kitchen and may be taking control. The lid comes up whenever you go near it, meaning you have to position it so that it’s not ‘going off’ all the time. And you definitely want to make sure its beady little crab eyes aren’t looking at you all the time. You also have to practice your ‘approach’ so you’re neither waiting for it to open or having your hand chopped off as it suddenly closes. It makes a rather disconcerting ratcheting noise both on the way up and on the way down. Having said all that, we have now evolved to live in harmony with the robot bin and think of it as a very helpful member of the family. The chrome lid is rather tacky, but no-one else in the family is perfect so I guess we shouldn’t expect Ro-bin to be either.

  69. OKXRonaldtzdqu says:

     United Kingdom

    I have had this product for about a month now and it has proved to be even better than expected. It arrived promptly and with no issue, in a very well packaged parcel. Was easy and simple to assemble with clear instructions. It requires a few AA batteries but these are standard and easy to replace, when the time comes. Looks great and because of its shape, is extremely handy for narrow spaces. Replacing the bin bag is also very straightforward – just lift the lid, remove the bag holder and replace the bag. The bag holder ring is not that sturdy and will not hold heavy weights but so far it has worked fine for our normal bin liner. The opening mechanism works very well. It can be quite sensitive so will open if something is waved over it unintentionally. Therefore, locate the bin in an area where this would be less likely to happen. All in all, a great product at a very good price.

  70. SanoraJowett says:

     United Kingdom

    excellent product, thank you for your prompt action as I accidentally ordered 2 bins instead of one, the deliver was within 1 day from placing the order, superb price and this was a genuine saving and the fact that you can get a 5 year warranty if you register within 28 days from the date of purchase

    I can only say one word – excellent – thank you Amazo

  71. BetsyVelazquez says:

     United Kingdom

    Fast delivery. Love the bin – it was way better than the pedal variety that we had before, and so much less hassle in the kitchen.

    Is surprisingly tardis like inside, though avoid pressing down the rubbish too much, otherwise getting the bag out is a bit of a pain.

  72. Anonymous says:

     United Kingdom

    I love it! I used to hate touching the bin whilst cooking as I was then washing my hands constantly but this is so much more hygeinic. Definitely worth the money.

  73. Anonymous says:

     United Kingdom

    Very happy with this bin, makes life just that little bit easier.

  74. Anonymous says:

     United Kingdom

    Arrived in good condition and does the job very well, I am pleased with it.

  75. Anonymous says:

     United Kingdom

    Golden Review Award: 4 From Our UsersExcellent Bin. Nice and Modern, Great size and not over sensitive. Takes 4 AA Batteries which seem to last a long time. Great purchase as very hygienic as no longer have to touch the lid. Wish I bought one ages ago.

  76. ManualChinKaw says:

     United Kingdom

    We received a faulty bin to start with but dealt with a lovely customer assistant who sent a replacement straight away.
    New bin is brill – sensor is brilliant and makes life so much easier. Definitely a good buy!

  77. Antonia Wilson says:

     United Kingdom

    Brilliant, although frightens the death out of you each time you walk to close

  78. dahida says:

     United Kingdom

    Does exactly what you want it to.
    Looks great (becomes a lovely features!)

  79. Anonymous says:

     United Kingdom

    Pretty and good quality product.
    Don t go to close though If you don t have to put something in the bin as it tends to open itself if you pass too close to it.

  80. Jai40Lxwbzdyhyj says:

     United Kingdom

    Well packaged when delivered. Works perfectly, what more is there to say. Very pleased with purchase.

  81. Anonymous says:

     United Kingdom

    Very happy with this bin. Looks good in my kitchen.

  82. Anonymous says:

     United Kingdom

    Sensor is a bit sensitive goes off almost every time I walk past but very useful to put items in bin with ease very pleased I bought this

  83. BrookeLeonard says:

     United Kingdom

    Arrived very quickly. Only just started to use the bin, but can tell it’s going to be a fun item. We told a couple of people about it even before it arrived and they are interested in ordering one.

  84. Anonymous says:

     United Kingdom

    Golden Review Award: 2 From Our Usersgood bin – entertaining when opens when you walk past with nothing to feed it!

  85. Forbes Personal Shopper says:

     United Kingdom

    My old lady & old man loved this gift!

    Just be careful not to have it on display if you hold functions full of stupid kids that are inclined to pull the mechanism of the lid.

  86. Anonymous says:

     United Kingdom

    arrived when stated, good bin although awkward to move no handles, works well

  87. Nigel Barlow says:

     United Kingdom

    Looks good, matches our decor and with a wave of a hand the rubbish is in.

  88. Anonymous says:

     United Kingdom

    Golden Review Award: 6 From Our UsersOriginally I bought another brand for twice the amount, it didn’t even switch on! Returned it and bought this and am so pleased, looks fantastic and works perfectly. Highly recommend

  89. TimothyMartins says:

     United Kingdom

    Very satisfied with the product. Now the kitchen looks less messy.

  90. Anonymous says:

     United Kingdom

    Fits perfectly in my new kitchen. Sensor lid is a great invention ….