The InSinkErator
Badger 5 is part of the
Garbage Disposals test program at
Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, Garbage Disposals
models like the Badger 5 are rated on multiple criteria, such as those
listed below.
Speed:
A high score means faster grinding of food waste. Top-scoring models quickly break down tough scraps like bones and vegetables for disposal.
Fineness:
A high score means finer grinding, reducing food waste into smaller particles for smoother disposal. Top-scoring models help prevent clogs and improve drainage.
Vegetable scraps:
For vegetable scraps, whole celery stalks and whole potatoes were used.
