Van Toilet Showdown!! Which toilet will you put in YOUR van?

I use the bucket with toilet seat in my semi and spend a little extra on heavy duty scented black garbage bags and always double bag, never had an issue.

Female here. I use a 7 gallon bucket because it is taller than a 5 gallon (easier on the old knees), with the luggable loo seat, plastic trash bag with coconut coir. I place the bucket in a plastic dairy-type crate for stability. This has worked great for me.

KISS! The Luggable Loo is a simple bucket with a toilet seat and kitchen trash bags. I used to use Kitty litter, but it was too heavy, messy, and smelled. Now I use small animal pet pine bedding! Lighter, still a bit messy, but no smell except for the scent of pine. After using the toilet about 5-6 times just tie up and put in a dumpster. Easy Peasy.

One of the best videos on van life. Period. So many video on how great van life is but they all leave out taking a shower and 💩.

We use the bucket method while camping. I prefill the bags with the Fresh Step "extreme" cat litter and the clump action is incredible lol. No smell or spill whatsoever. That stuff is amazing

Bucket Pool Noodle - measure to fit bucket diameter; slice down the middle; secure ends with tape, press down onto rim Regular grocery bags: drape under pool noodle: noodle secures it. Kitty Litter: add a small amount to absorb urine & solids. I usually tied, removed & put aside until next visit to trash area. Less fear of accidental spillage due to absorbent kitty litter. I also found a brand new medical commode at Goodwill for under $10!!! Same set up with grocery bags & kitty litter. Great for Hurricane prep essentials.

Got a royal flush of toilet options there. 😂

You missed the opportunity to title the video, "John reviews the John's".

I use a separating system: a $20 luggable loo (bucket with a seat) with an automotive funnel hooked on the front and leading into a gallon jug, plastic bag liner, and second bag in the back for poop. The poop bag contains sawdust/cedar pet bedding/coconut coir, with another handful added after each use. Oddly, when I salvaged a couple cups of spilled oatmeal and added that to the dry medium bag, it kept odor down even more than usual! Unfortunately it is too expensive to use generally.

Yes any version of a bucket w toilet seat and bag is the final solution after 6 years of van life for me. I like/learned in this video about the pea pot inside the bucket w/ properly sized funnel for women…thank you.

I put a handful of Pine pellets from Tractor Supply in the plastic bags for the bucket. They come in 40lb bags for $6-7. Absorbs all the liquid and zero odor. In the really hot summer months I add a tablespoon of Pinesol. I keep a second bucket with a sealable lid to store the used bags if it's going to be a while before disposal.

The downside for me is that no matter camping or just a leisurely drive, when the urge hits I must respond. Long story short: Misdiagnosed by military ER 2x in 3 days time in 97. Told I was constipated but actually my large intestine was dead! Lost everything in my house. Nothing will ever be solid again. 10 days in ICU, In civilian hospital. Now Homer’s bucket (and air freshener) is a required mainstay in my pickup shell. Thank goodness for the dark tint! When the urge hits, I must respond ASAP! When traveling and using a 5-gallon bucket with a plastic bag liner as a temporary toilet, here are some considerations for proper waste disposal: 1. Local Regulations: Follow local laws and regulations regarding waste disposal. Some areas might have specific guidelines or designated waste disposal sites. 2. Waste Treatment Facilities: If available, use designated waste treatment facilities, such as rest stops, campgrounds, or sanitation stations, to dispose of the waste properly. 3. Double Bagging and Sealing: Double bagging the waste in sturdy, leak-proof bags can help contain odor and prevent leaks. Ensure the bags are securely sealed before disposal. 4. Trash Receptacles: If no specific waste treatment facilities are accessible, dispose of the double-bagged waste in designated trash receptacles, like those found at gas stations, rest areas, or other public facilities. 5. Avoid Environmental Contamination: Never dispose of human waste in natural water sources, on the ground, or in areas where it could pose a risk to the environment or public health. 6. Portable Toilet Waste Disposal Services: Some areas might have services that cater to the disposal of portable toilet waste. These services are often available at campgrounds or recreational vehicle (RV) parks. Always prioritize responsible waste disposal to minimize environmental impact and comply with local regulations to ensure proper hygiene and sanitation.

This is the perfect video to watch on the toilet

I use the bucket from a cheap commode, which is the traditional toilet shape, with a kids toilet training seat on top, and bedpan liners which absorb a lot of liquid, into a scented black bag. Works great, no odour, and is cheap as chips. The whole setup lives in a small ottoman footstool, so it doesn't even need any extra space in my small Bongo camper.

I also use the bucket with the seat attached but with a slight twist. I take the tall kitchen garbage bag and put a cup of cat litter in it for weight. I then place it a gallon zip lock bag and zip it shut. When I need it I unzip it, pull the bag up and over the edge of the seat and do my business. When done I roll up the edges and stuff them back down into the zip lock. Zip the storage bag closed and you're good to go till coming to a place to dispose of it.

I purchased a cassette toilet, like the first one in your review, called a Pack-A-Potti from Sears in 1978 to use in my van and then used it for tent camping after that for 40 years. Never had any of the problems you mentioned. I used an RV waist tank treatment in the holding tank. NO orders. Always close the lid before flushing. In sub freezing temps I would put some RV antifreeze in the top tank. It's good for two people for three days. The tank treatment dissolved the solids and helped with odors when emptying, the only time there were some odors. I think it's the best solution, yes it is more like a conventional toilet. The rest are either too expensive or too gross.

I have a hospital toilet seat with four legs that has a pan in it. You can take the pan out and put a 5 gallon bucket under in and turn it into a compost toilet by adding lime and sawdust to it .remember this will only get used when your not around anywhere that has a public toilet. You can use spay alcohol to clean it.(#2only)

Female that uses 7 gl bucket with pool noodle added for comfort for soild waste and pee funnel into gallon jug for liquid. I double bag added command hooks on side of bucket keep bag from falling in.

Great review!!! #1: Empty laundry detergent bottle, large opening. Great solution for guys. Cap seals securely, and no worries of leaks. I prefer the yellow Tide 31 oz bottle; it takes up very little space, yet still has the big opening. Downside of using the new liquid laundry detergent bottles, is having to remove the non-drip funnel. Used to be able to just pull these out; now have to cut them out - still not too much work though. #2: Three gallon bucket with Gamma Seal lid. Kept just for emergencies. Waste bags and toilet paper are stored in the bucket. Little 3-gal bucket takes up less space. Spin-on Gamma Seal rim is more comfortable than just a bucket lid. When empty, which is almost all the time, the sealed bucket can be tossed about with no worries.

I used the Hassock portable toilet for about 6 years. It worked well in my van. The seat was just too flimsy. So i searched around for a sturdier replacement toilet. I settled on the Stansport. Its very sturdy. Its all one piece , with no lid to remove. I lift the lid and seat, i put a 4 gallon trash bag in. Then i put a cup of Horse bedding pellets from Tractor Supply in it. I do No. 1 and No. 2 in it. No separation. After i make my deposit, i cover with more pellets. The pellets soak up any liquid and make it a solid. I empty it everyday. I just tie up the bag and toss it in the nearest garbage can. Totally legal. Its not raw sewage. No different than throwing away a diaper, or cat litter. I just basically use it for No.2. But No.1 goes into it when I'm sitting down. I actually have a "pee jug" i use for just doing No.1. I use a small Clorox tab in the pee jug. There is never any smell, and its disinfected!! I just empty it in the weeds. It works great!!