Glad Small Stainless Steel Step Trash Can 1.2 Gallon
- Capacity: 1.2 gallons
- Opening Mechanism: Step-On
- Shape: Round
- Material Type: Metal, Plastic, Stainless Steel
Last refreshed Sep 8, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A well-reviewed small step can for tight spaces, with a genuinely quiet soft-close lid, though the thin metal body can dent in shipping or daily use.
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ASIN: B08X7C3CNTCategory: Kitchen Trash Cans
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Overview
A stainless steel step trash can with a 1.2 gallon capacity, foot pedal operation and a soft-close lid, sized at 8 by 9.5 by 12 inches with a removable inner bucket for easy bag changes.
At 1.2 gallons this is built for small spaces, a bathroom, under a desk, a dorm room, rather than kitchen trash duty, and Glad markets the size specifically for those tight spots. Real buyer feedback backs up the small-space use case while also flagging a build quality tradeoff at this size and price.
- 1.2 gallon stainless steel step can
- Soft-close lid with foot pedal
- Removable inner bucket
- 8 x 9.5 x 12 inch footprint
Who it's for
Anyone needing a compact, quiet trash can for a bathroom, office, bedroom or dorm who wants hands-free foot pedal operation. Not a fit for kitchen trash volume or anyone who needs a can that will not dent under rough handling.
Pros and cons
- Quiet, soft-close lid buyers repeatedly praise
- Foot pedal for hands-free use
- Removable inner bucket for easy bag changes
- Holds more than its compact size suggests
- Liner bag visible through gap when closed
- 1.2 gallon capacity limits it to small spaces
Performance notes
The foot pedal lifts the lid through an internal mechanism while a soft-close hinge slows its descent, which is what buyers repeatedly describe as quiet operation rather than a typical clanging lid. The lid can also be lifted by hand and tilted back 90 degrees to stay open for hands-free loading, and the inner bucket lifts out by its metal ring for bag changes without touching the outer shell.
Specifications
| Brand | Glad |
|---|---|
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 3 pounds |
| Item Dimensions L x W x H | 9.5 × 8 × 12 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Capacity | 1.2 gallonslower than 100% of 25 kitchen trash cans |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type | Metal, Plastic, Stainless Steel |
| Color | Stainless |
| Finish Type | Brushed, Polished |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Included Components | Trash Can |
| Other details | |
| Opening Mechanism | Step-On |
| Shape | Round |
| Room Type | Bathroom, Bedroom, Dormitory, Kitchen |
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Frequently asked questions
What size trash bags fit this can?
Glad does not list a specific bag size, but the 1.2 gallon capacity and removable inner bucket suit small bathroom or office liners rather than kitchen bags.