A waterless toilet system that transforms human waste into compost using natural processes—perfect for off-grid living, cabins, tiny homes, RV's, vans, and more.
Let’s Break It Down.
Maybe you’ve heard of it. Maybe you haven’t.
Either way—it’s time to separate the myths from the facts.
Composting toilets.
The name alone sparks curiosity... or confusion. Are they gross? Complicated? Just for hardcore off-gridders with solar panels and a goat named Fern?
Let’s clear the air.
A composting toilet is a flush-free, waterless system that uses natural processes to break down waste. No buckets. No gimmicks. Just smart design, clean results, and total independence from plumbing or septic systems.
It manages waste anywhere—in vans, cabins, RVs, boats, and off-grid homes—without wasting water.
It’s freedom, in toilet form.
Clean. Simple. Self-contained. And completely flush-less.
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You Do Your Thing
Just like any regular toilet. Sit, relax, handle your business. No flush. Maybe a little squat adjustment—but nothing a few tries won’t solve.
It Separates Liquids and Solids
This is the game-changer.
Liquids go into their own container—keeping things dry and cutting down on odor. Solids drop into a separate chamber where they mix with a composting medium like coco coir or peat moss. That creates the perfect environment for microbes to start breaking it all down.
The Medium Matters
Different toilets. Different methods. Different mediums.
Not all composting toilets are built the same—and neither are the materials inside them. A good compost mediumshould be light, absorbent, and easy to mix. Think coco coir or sphagnum peat moss.
In the OGO™ ORIGIN Compost Toilet, this matters even more. Our power agitation system keeps the mix turning smoothly as waste builds up. If your medium is too heavy or dense, it can strain the motor and slow things down.
Coco coir is a top choice. It’s easy to work with, holds the perfect amount of moisture, and smells like fresh potting soil. When paired with proper airflow, it keeps things clean, balanced, and odor-free.
Airflow Is Key
Composting needs air—plain and simple.
Airflow keeps the system dry, balanced, and odorless.
The OGO™ ORIGIN has a built-in fan that runs quietly in the background, keeping fresh air moving through the solids bin 24/7.
Here’s why that matters:
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It regulates moisture, so compost doesn’t get soggy.
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It vents out moisture and gas, so you don’t smell a thing.
No chemicals. No sprays. Just smart, natural airflow doing its job.
You Empty It (Yep, That’s It)
Solids gradually turn into compost. Liquids get emptied more often.
Both are easy to handle—and way less gross than dealing with a full black tank or chemical toilet.