Subpod is an in-ground worm farm. Above ground compost systems are often difficult to maintain and attract pests. Worm farms that are above ground can also fail when they get too hot or cold – but not Subpod. Subpod sits 90% below the soil level in your garden, so the compost worms that live inside can come and go freely (nourishing the soil directly). The soil insulates your compost and protects your worms from harsh weather, so you can keep composting no matter the season!
We designed Subpod to deal with all the common issues associated with traditional compost systems:
- It’s aerobic, using odourless microbes to speed up the composting process
- The ventilation panels keep it smell-free with fresh air
- It doubles as a garden seat, subtly hidden amongst your plants
Subpod is made from Polypropylene (P.P.) which is a type of plastic. As an eco-conscious company this might seem like an odd choice, but it’s the most sustainable option available right now.
We experimented with steel and bioplastic Subpod prototypes, but they all deteriorated way too quickly. It would have been unethical to sell a product with only a 1 - 2 year lifespan, and bad for the planet to constantly ship new replacements.
We strongly oppose toxic & single use plastics – which is why we chose Polypropylene. It’s durable, capable of withstanding a wide range of temperatures, naturally BPA free and food + water safe. If you look up your fridge’s materials, it’s likely that P.P. is helping to keep your veggies cool!
We’re very excited for the future of bioplastics and other biomaterials, and we can’t wait until there’s an even more sustainable option for us to make Subpod with.
Subpod was founded and is based in Byron Bay, Australia.
Meet Subpod - the 3 in 1 compost system, worm farm and garden seat.
Taking care of your waste is as simple as opening a lid, stirring your scraps and taking a seat. Smell-free, mess-free and stress-free.
Subpod - it's the beautiful system that solves every common compost problem!
Smell-free and pest-proof
Composts up to 15kg of food waste a week
Suitable for households of 1 - 6
Dual compost chambers
Effortless 5-minute-a-week maintenance
Includes 2 x worm blankets
All packaging is 100% home compostable
2 year guarantee
Delivered within 4 - 8 business days
Compost Underground
Compost worms live in Subpod like they would in nature. Underground, they compost in the dark, protected from harsh weather conditions and direct sunlight. Fresh air circulates through Subpod via the ventilation panels, which helps aerobic (odourless) microbes speed up the composting process.
As the worms and microbes breed, they explore the soil, taking particles of compost with them and boosting fertility through the garden bed.
Soil is an insulator, it protects the worms in hot weather and gives them a cool place to escape to. When it's cold, the soil traps heat in Subpod and keeps the worms active during winter – so you can compost all year round.
Classic Subpod $324
What's included?1 x Subpod
2 x 100% natural jute worm blanket
1 x Detailed instruction manual
Not included but required:1,000 - 2,000 composting worms
Subpod Essential Bundle $369
What's included?
1 x Subpod in Garden Compost System
1 x Subpod Compost Aerator
2 x 100% natural jute worm blanket
1 x Detailed instruction manual
Not included but required:
1,000 - 2,000 composting worms
Grow Bundle $494
What's included?
1 x Subpod in Garden Compost System
1 x Subpod Grow Garden Bed
1 x Subpod Compost Aerator
2 x 100% natural jute worm blankets
1 x Detailed instruction manual
Not included but required:
1,000 - 2,000 composting worms
Subpod 3-in-1 Compost System and Worm Farm
1 x Subpod
2 x 100% natural jute worm blanket
1 x Detailed instruction manual
Not included but required:1,000 - 2,000 composting worms
