The best standing ashtrays, compared.
Top pick: VeftBltrem lockable column Best value: Reliancer telescopic ashtray – About £24.99, reach from 54.6 to 88.9 cm, and 4.5 from 1,229 ratings. No lift-out liner is stated, and the listed weight is 1 kg. Updated October 2026.
A standing ashtray, as UK shoppers use the phrase, is a floor unit for cigarette ash and butts. It is not a household rubbish bin and not a tabletop glass tray. People buy one for a balcony or beside a chair, for a garden where butts were going into plant pots, or for a pub, café, or office door. You tell a sound one from a weak one by a lift-out liner, a lid or a restricted slot, a base that stays put, and a height you can actually reach. A single best across those jobs is the wrong result. Scores are the amazon.co.uk star line times 20. Height, liner, lock, and metal are set out in the [standing ashtray buying guide](/hub/diy-supplies/standing-ashtray/sub/standing-ashtray-buying-guide). The useful checks, in order, are the job and the height, a liner you can lift out, weather and stability, a lock if the site is public, the metal, and whether the ratings actually describe this product.
A standing ashtray, as UK shoppers use the phrase, is a floor unit for cigarette ash and butts. It is not a household rubbish bin and not a tabletop glass tray.
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Where will it stand?
The VeftBltrem is a 90 cm column with a key lock, restricted entry slot and removable inner bin. Its bullets describe 0.8 mm galvanised steel and a reinforced weighted base, which would suit a standing public-facing position in principle. The printed item weight is only 5 g, however, and that plainly conflicts with the weighted-base description. No capacity is stated, and the title calls the material stainless steel while the bullets call it galvanised steel. The 5.0-star line comes from one rating with no review text, so it offers almost no practical evidence. At £119 it is difficult to recommend without first obtaining a credible weight and confirming the material.
Pros
Cons
Best for: A commercial buyer who can verify the weight and construction directly before purchase.
Less suitable: Anyone needing dependable specifications or review evidence at this price.
Specifications
Common questions
Can the VeftBltrem column be used in a pub?
The listing names pubs, restaurants, and clubs as places it suits. It says nothing about a smoking shelter or a premises licence.
Does it have a removable inner bin?
Yes. The bullets say the inner compartment lifts out so the whole unit need not be moved.
What does it weigh?
The item-weight field prints 5 g. The bullets say a reinforced weighted base and 0.8 mm galvanised steel. Those statements conflict. Do not treat 5 g as a measured mass. The star line is 5.0 from 1, with no review text.
The ISUMER is a fixed black column with a removable inner container, rather than a telescopic tray. Its title gives a 57 cm height, while a bullet converts the size to 23.5 inches, or about 59.7 cm, so the two lines do not quite agree. At 1.81 kg it is heavier than the lightest trays but still easy to carry away from an unsecured spot. The listing claims up to 50 butts and calls the body waterproof, with no test supplied for either statement. Its 4.8-star line comes from 433 ratings, yet most saved reviews describe a decorative elephant ashtray rather than this floor-standing model. At £27.99 it makes sense when you want a simple lift-out cup at seated height and will not rely on the headline rating.
Pros
Cons
Best for: A quiet home patio where a fixed 57 cm column is comfortable to reach.
Less suitable: Standing use, exposed public areas, or rating-led buying.
Specifications
Common questions
What is the ISUMER ashtray made of?
The material field says metal. The bullets say stainless steel. No grade is given.
Is it waterproof?
The title says waterproof. That is a listing claim. No test is stated on the listing.
Do the 433 reviews describe this column?
The listing line is 4.8 from 433. Only two saved reviews are marked United Kingdom and describe a floor-standing ashtray. The rest describe a decorative elephant ashtray.
The SANGFOR offers two assembled heights, 42 and 61.5 cm, with a detachable metal cup that avoids carrying the whole column to the bin. Its 2.16 kg weighted base is appreciably heavier than the sub-1 kg telescopic trays, while the push flip lid closes the top. The listing claims capacity for up to 50 butts, but that figure is not a measured test. Its amazon.co.uk line shows 4.7 stars from 515 ratings. Most saved reviews, however, describe a different rainbow glass ashtray, so that count cannot be treated as strong evidence for this black column. At £26.99 it is the top pick for a quiet home setting because it combines a stated liner with useful weight, not because of the headline review count.
Pros
Cons
Best for: A balcony or garden seating area where an easy-to-carry inner cup matters.
Less suitable: A standing-height doorway or a public site that needs a lock.
Specifications
Common questions
Can the SANGFOR ashtray be used indoors?
The indoor/outdoor field says both. The bullets also name balconies, gardens, bars, and offices.
What heights does the listing give?
Two settings: 42 cm and 61.5 cm. The printed dimensions are 18 × 18 × 61.5 cm.
Do the 515 reviews describe this ashtray?
The listing line is 4.7 from 515. Only two of the saved reviews are marked United Kingdom. The rest describe a rainbow glass tabletop ashtray, not this black column.
The EVRE pairs a stated 17 litre capacity with a removable ashtray and bucket, so it is designed for more waste than the narrow home trays. It stands about 60.5 cm high and weighs 3.71 kg, with an anti-slip base rather than a lock or stated fixing holes. The stainless-steel body comes with a stated two-year manufacturer warranty. Its amazon.co.uk line is 4.7 stars from 21 ratings, and only two short review texts are saved, so the evidence remains limited. The listing names pubs and gardens, but that does not make an unlocked bin suitable for every public frontage. At £39.98 it is the stronger domestic-bin option when easy emptying and stated capacity matter more than standing height.
Pros
Cons
Best for: A busy private garden or supervised premises where staff can lift out the bucket.
Less suitable: An unattended public frontage or a tall standing-use position.
Specifications
Common questions
Can the EVRE bin be used indoors?
Yes. The usage field says indoor and outdoor, including a garden, office, pub, lobby, or patio.
Does it have a removable ashtray?
Yes. The bullets say the ashtray lifts out and can sit on a table. The included-components field names the removable bucket.
What capacity and warranty are stated?
17 litres, about 60.5 cm high and 25 cm across, and a 2 year manufacturer warranty. The listing weight is 3.71 kg.
The Reliancer reaches from 54.6 to 88.9 cm, so it covers seated use and comes closer than the shorter domestic bins to a standing-height tray. Its flip lid works from a one-touch lever, while the 1 kg body sits on a 6 inch weighted base. The listing claims room for up to 40 butts, but no lift-out liner is stated. Across 1,229 amazon.co.uk ratings it shows 4.5 stars, giving it a much broader rating record than most models here. UK reviews are not uniformly positive: one tall user still found it low, while others report sharp edges, tipping or hinge rust within eleven days. At £24.99 it is the best-value pick for adjustable reach, provided you accept the light base and empty it from the top.
Pros
Cons
Best for: A private doorway or patio where adjustable reach matters more than a large liner.
Less suitable: An exposed or busy public entrance, or anyone who wants a removable bucket.
Specifications
Common questions
Can the Reliancer ashtray be used indoors?
Yes. The bullets say indoors and outdoors, including a deck, patio, office, and lobby.
How tall does the listing say it goes?
21.5 to 35 inches. 21.5 inches matches the printed height of 54.6 cm. 35 inches is 88.9 cm. One UK reviewer at 6 ft 5 in found it low when standing.
Is the base heavy?
The listing calls it a weighted base and prints 1 kg. UK reviews include both stays-upright comments and a report of constant tipping with hinge rust in 11 days.
The SupBiky is a £20.99 telescopic tray whose bullets give a 34–65 cm working range and a stated 600 ml capacity. At 950 g with an anti-slip base, it is easier to move around a balcony than the larger cigarette bins in this comparison. A lid is included, and the holder comes apart, but the listing does not state that there is a separate lift-out liner. The dimensions are not internally consistent: the specification line prints 13 × 15 × 18 cm even though the bullets describe the taller range. Its 4.5-star line is based on only two ratings, with no review text available here. Treat the claim that it holds more than a hundred cigarettes as seller language rather than a measured result.
Pros
Cons
Best for: A quiet seated balcony where a compact tray is emptied regularly.
Less suitable: A busy entrance, an exposed public spot, or anyone who needs one verified height figure.
Specifications
Common questions
Can the SupBiky ashtray be used outside?
The bullets say indoor and outdoor use, including a garden and a balcony. Windproof is in the title. The listed weight is 950 g.
What capacity does the listing state?
600 ml, plus a claim of over a hundred cigarettes. That butt count is a listing claim.
Do the height figures agree?
The bullets say 34–65 cm. The dimension line prints 13 × 15 × 18 cm. Both figures are on the listing and they conflict.
The SONGMICS is a cigarette bin rather than a small pedestal, with a stated 12.3 litre galvanised inner bucket inside a 30 litre outer barrel. At 60.5 cm high and 2.63 kg, it gives you far more disposal volume than a 600 ml tray while remaining short for someone using it standing. The ashtray top and inner bucket are removable, which makes routine emptying more practical. No lock or ground-fixing holes are stated, so it remains a domestic or supervised-site option. The listing line shows 4.3 stars from 10,115 ratings, but almost all saved reviews describe a kitchen recycling bin and should not be counted as evidence for this model. At £37.08 it is useful for a busier household door if you value bucket capacity over verified review depth.
Pros
Cons
Best for: A busier private patio or household smoking point that needs a larger liner.
Less suitable: An unsecured public frontage or anyone choosing by the 10,115-rating headline.
Specifications
Common questions
Can the inner bucket be removed?
Yes. The bullets say a detachable inner bucket of galvanised iron, 12.3 litres, inside a 30 litre outer barrel.
What is the size?
The bullets say diameter 24.5 cm and height 60.5 cm. The spec line prints 60.5 × 24.5 × 60.5 cm, so length and height are both 60.5.
Are the 10,115 reviews about this cigarette bin?
The listing line is 4.3 from 10,115. Almost all of the saved reviews describe a three-compartment kitchen recycling bin. Only three UK reviews clearly describe an ashtray or cigarette bin.
The KARE Spheric adjusts from 37 to 72 cm, a range suited more to seated use than to a standing smoking point. Its closable flap hides the tray, and the chrome-plated steel column has a slimmer furniture-like appearance than a cigarette bin. The listing gives a weight of about 830 g, so the wind-proof wording should not be read as evidence that it will stay put in every exposed location. A separate liner and a stated capacity are both missing. The amazon.co.uk line is 4.3 stars from 533 ratings, with UK comments divided over the base. At £25.26 it fits a covered balcony or sheltered patio better than a busy doorway.
Pros
Cons
Best for: A sheltered seated balcony or covered outdoor area.
Less suitable: An exposed site, standing-height use, or frequent emptying.
Specifications
Common questions
Is the KARE Spheric made of stainless steel?
No. The listing says chrome-plated steel. The colour field says gunmetal; the title also says silver.
Can it be used outdoors?
The bullets say indoor use or covered outdoor areas. The usage field says Outdoor and does not repeat the covered limit.
Does it come with a lid?
Yes. The item type is an ashtray with a closable flap tray. A separate liner is not stated.
This Normodic is a 94.5 cm lockable column intended for a more exposed setting than the household trays. Its 6.5 kg body sits on a square flange, and the listing supplies a key for the lid. A removable inner bucket measuring 17 × 17 × 29 cm is stated, though no litre capacity is given. The baked-enamel metal body and stainless-steel top are listing specifications, and the fire-resistant wording is not backed by a test in the available file. There is no amazon.co.uk star line, so you do not have buyer-rating evidence to balance the £79.99 price. It is the practical step up when standing height, a key and ground fixing matter more than portability.
Pros
Cons
Best for: A pub garden, workplace or exposed doorway where a lock and flange are justified.
Less suitable: A rented balcony, a portable setup, or anyone seeking substantial review evidence.
Specifications
Common questions
Can this Normodic column be fixed to the ground?
The bullets describe a square flanged base for ground fixing. Bolt size and hole count are not stated. A key is supplied for the lid.
How deep is the inner bucket?
The bullets print the liner as 17 × 17 × 29 cm. A litre capacity is not stated.
Is it fire-resistant indoors?
The bullets claim fire-resistant metal and a heatproof stainless-steel top. No test result is stated, and there is no star rating.
The galvanised Normodic is a lockable outdoor column with four mounting holes, four screws and a removable inner cylinder. Its listed weight of 5.44 kg makes it harder to move casually than a telescopic tray. The product data is unusually inconsistent: the title says 90 cm, the specification line prints 23 × 93 × 23 cm, and another bullet contains a garbled outer size. A stated 0.48 litre capacity also conflicts with the much longer 9 × 9 × 59.5 cm inner-cylinder dimensions. The lid is described as lockable, but the listing does not confirm that a key is included, and there is no star rating. At £89.99 it is only a considered option if you can verify the dimensions, capacity and key before ordering.
Pros
Cons
Best for: A fixed outdoor site where you can confirm the listing details with the seller first.
Less suitable: A quick purchase where exact capacity, supplied keys and dimensions must be certain.
Specifications
Common questions
Can this Normodic bin be mounted on a wall?
The bullets say it can be freestanding or wall-mounted, with four holes and four screws.
Is it easy to empty?
The bullets say the removable inner cylinder makes emptying quick. No saved review confirms that.
What size and capacity are printed?
The title says 90 cm. The spec line prints 23 × 93 × 23 cm and 0.48 litres. The bullet prints an inner bucket of 9 × 9 × 59.5 cm and a garbled outer size. Those figures conflict. There is no star rating.
On 15 October 2026 the score for each of the ten amazon.co.uk listings is the star line times 20. A 4.7 becomes 94. A missing Customer Reviews line scores 0. Price is not inside that score. The top pick and the best value were chosen after the saved reviews and the listing conflicts were read, not from the highest star line. No laboratory test was run, and no ashtray was emptied or weighed for this page.
Amazon star line
60%The published score is the star average times 20. 4.8 is 96, 4.7 is 94, 4.5 is 90, and 4.3 is 86. The two Normodic listings have no Customer Reviews line, so they score 0.
Whether saved reviews match this product
25%The SONGMICS line is 4.3 from 10,115, but the saved reviews mostly describe a kitchen bin. Most saved SANGFOR and ISUMER reviews describe a different ashtray. That mismatch does not change the star score. It is why the highest star line is not the top pick.
Liner, height, and stated weight
15%These decide the badges. The SANGFOR states a lift-out metal cup and 2.16 kg at about £26.99. The Reliancer reaches 54.6–88.9 cm at about £24.99, with 1,229 ratings that discuss this tray, and no lift-out liner stated.
Start with the job, then the height, then whether a liner lifts out. A seated balcony and a standing door are different products. Windproof on a listing is weaker evidence than a stated weight. A lock matters only when the bin is in a public place. Prices in this set run from about £20.99 to about £119 on amazon.co.uk.
A standing ashtray is a floor unit for cigarette ash and butts. UK shoppers use the phrase for that job. It is not a household rubbish bin, and it is not a tabletop glass tray. The useful checks, in order, are the job and the height, a liner you can lift out, weather and stability, a lock if the site is public, the metal, and whether the ratings actually describe this product. Height follows how people stand or sit. A seated balcony wants about 40–70 cm.
SupBiky states 600 ml. That can suit a quiet balcony that is emptied often. It is the wrong volume for a workplace entrance or a pub garden, where a stated bucket or a lockable column is the relevant type.
Units under about 2 kg tip or get stolen. KARE is about 0.83 kg and SupBiky is 950 g. Credible column weights in this set are about 5–6.5 kg. A printed weight of 5 g on a 90 cm steel bin is not credible.
SONGMICS shows 4.3 from 10,115, and the saved reviews mostly describe a kitchen bin. SANGFOR and ISUMER have the same problem with other ashtrays. A star line is not a laboratory score.
Decide the job before the brand. A seated balcony wants about 40–70 cm. A standing smoker at a door wants nearer 90 cm. One UK reviewer at 6 ft 5 in found a telescopic tray low when standing. KARE tops out at 72 cm. Reliancer lists 54.6–88.9 cm. The lockable columns state about 90–94.5 cm. SONGMICS and EVRE are about 60.5 cm, which is a bin height, not a standing reach. Then ask whether a liner lifts out. SONGMICS states 12.3 litres inside a 30 litre barrel. EVRE states 17 litres.
A base that stays put is a weight and a fixing, not a slogan. Units under about 2 kg tip or get stolen. Credible column weights in this set are about 5–6.5 kg: the black Normodic lists 6.5 kg on a flange, and the galvanised Normodic lists 5.44 kg with four holes and four screws. The VeftBltrem prints 5 g, which conflicts with a weighted base, so that figure is not a mass you can use. On a public site, a key or a lockable lid matters. The telescopic trays do not state one.
Three typical situations, each with a recommendation from this comparison.
You want a tray that hides butts and stays upright where you sit. The SANGFOR states a lift-out metal cup, heights of 42 cm and 61.5 cm, and a 2.16 kg base, at about £26.99. Most saved reviews describe another ashtray, so read the specifications rather than the 515-rating line.
You want a visible bin and a liner staff can empty. The EVRE states 17 litres, a removable ashtray and bucket, and 3.71 kg, at about £39.98. It is about 60.5 cm high, with no lock, and the saved review sample is 21 ratings.
You want a lockable column where people already stand, not a 600 ml tray. The black Normodic states 94.5 cm, a key, a flanged base, and 6.5 kg, at about £79.99. There is no amazon.co.uk star line, and a shelter still has to pass the smoke-free test.
The top pick is ISUMER 57 cm ashtray, with the highest score in this comparison (9.6 out of 10, from 433 amazon.co.uk reviews). The best value is the Reliancer telescopic ashtray at about £24.99, with reach from 54.6 to 88.9 cm and 4.5 from 1,229 ratings that discuss this tray. It has no lift-out liner stated, and the listed weight is 1 kg.
Reliancer telescopic ashtray
About £24.99, reach from 54.6 to 88.9 cm, and 4.5 from 1,229 ratings. No lift-out liner is stated, and the listed weight is 1 kg.
Editorial
Peter F. is the editor for DIY & tools at productscompared.co.uk. Comparisons in this category are checked against amazon.co.uk listings, review evidence and public UK sources.
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