8 Best Disposable Compostable Cutlery Sets
Our recent blog post on disposable sustainable coffee cups had us thinking about barbecues and get-togethers. We usually don’t have a tonne of them but whenever we decide to have people over, it quickly turns into a logistical nightmare. Sure we solved the cup problem but there many more pieces to the puzzle. One major hassle that we face is the tableware for many guests. When you have many people over it becomes very hard to clean up after. The prospect of spending many hours doing the dishes after having people over is a big enough deterrent to just not plan events of that nature. We can’t have that, can we? So we picked out the top options for disposable compostable cutlery sets on Amazon to prepare us for giving our guests the best experience and reduce our hassle at the same time.
Pro Tips To Keep In Mind
- One major complaint you will find across all of these products available on Amazon is that the material is flimsy or that it buckles under a little pressure. This is normal. In our experience, people use these products once in a while and are surprised when the rigidity is not the same as regular cutlery. A little compromise on the experience is expected. We feel the handling is the same as regular plastic cutlery. If we are absolutely going to buy disposable cutlery, we would recommend picking these up rather than the harmful plastic ones.
- Check the count of every component in the package before purchasing. The count of forks, spoons, and knives is going to be uneven but in some cases, it is widely varying. Select something that goes along with the food you are serving. If you are serving a lot of appetizers then you need more forks. For a barbecue, we recommend a more even distribution. Common ratios for forks, spoons, and knives are 3:2:1 or 2:1:1 respectively.
- It is a good idea to check the reviews and product descriptions for the temperatures that these products can handle. If you are serving something hot, you don’t want nasty accidents with melting cutlery.
- Some compostable products cannot decompose in a home compost and have to be taken to a commercial compost. Check your product description to verify the composting requirements. You may need to collect your cutlery after the party to dispose of them correctly. Also, certifications are your friend to make a better choice.
With that out of the way, let us look at the best disposable compostable cutlery sets on the market right now
Ecoridge Disposable Compostable Cutlery Silverware Utensils Set
This one comes in a pack of 140 forks, 120 spoons, and 120 knives. They are made from natural non-GMO plant material. It is claimed that they compost under 180 days in a commercial composting facility. They are good enough for handling hot food as they can withstand boiling water temperatures. They offer a full refund if you are not happy with the product.
Stack Man 100% Compostable Plastic Silverware
This one is made from CPLA which is a plant-based bioplastic made from all-natural corn. The pack contains 180 forks, 120 spoons, and 60 forks. They have a unique wooden color instead of boring old white. The box that the cutlery comes in doubles as a tray for storage. These can also withstand hot temperatures.
AmazonBasics Compostable 360 Piece Cutlery Set
You cannot possibly go wrong with the AmazonBasics brand which comes with a 1-year warranty. The products are vetted by Amazon for quality. These ones come in packs of 180 forks, 120 spoons, and 60 knives. These are compostable in commercial facilities only.
BAMBOODLERS Disposable Wooden Cutlery Set
The raw materials for these are sourced from Forest Stewardship Council(FSC) certified forestry operations which adhere to very strict guidelines and reforestation practices. You can be sure that you are doing your part for the environment with these certified biodegradable, compostable, and renewable cutlery. One fun tidbit with this product is that though the name suggests this is made out of bamboo, this cutlery is actually made of birchwood! They explain this on the product page but we felt that it was worth mentioning.
Mozaik Eco-Friendly Plant-Based Compostable Cutlery Set
These come in packs of 40 forks, 20 spoons, and 20 knives. They are 100% compostable, BPI Certified, and TUV Austria industrial certified. The cutlery has excellent heat resistance. They are able to withstand temperatures of about 275 degrees Fahrenheit which is way above boiling water temperature. They are a little expensive for the amount but the simple design and high heat tolerance make these a premium product.
Compostables 100% Eco-Friendly Compostable Cutlery Set
These disposable compostable cutlery sets come in an even distribution of 100 forks, 100 spoons, and 100 knives along with a fully recyclable tray. The cutlery is made from CPLA and is BPI and TUV certified. We admire them for their sturdiness. You won’t get any complaints about flimsiness from these!
300 pc. Disposable Utensils Set by Go Go Green
These come in packs of 120 forks, 90 spoons, and 90 knives. These are made from BPA free birchwood. They are simple in style. Go Go Green offers full refunds if the product doesn’t live up to your expectations.
GreenWorks 100% Compostable 7″ CPLA Cutlery Set
These are available in packs of 50 forks, 50 spoons, and 50 knives. They are BPI certified to meet ASTM D6400 and EN13432 standards. These are a good value. More importantly, you can buy the spoons, forks, and knives in packs of 100 individually in case you are running low or you want to tailor the amount for the food you are offering.
So that was our favorites to prepare for a good time with friends and family over some delicious food. You don’t need to worry about cleaning up and storing every single piece of cutlery after the guests leave. It brings back the joy of spending time with the ones you care about by taking the hassle part out of the equation. All of this while being eco friendly and sustainable. We live in wonderful times!
Love,
Scooch and Steve
