Which is better for a busy kitchen?

Both open hands-free at 13.2 gallons. The EKO adds a lid countdown timer and has the stronger rating record; the Nine Stars costs about $30 less and its bag ring keeps liners tidy.

Is the EKO worth the extra $30?

If you want the no-liner design and the countdown timer, yes. If you just want hands-free disposal at the same capacity, the Nine Stars at $59.98 covers it.

Neither maker publishes a lifespan figure. The EKO has far more ratings (197 vs 52) at a similar score, which is the better reliability signal here. Both use soft-close lids to reduce slam wear.

Do both hold bags the same way?

No. The Nine Stars has a removable liner ring that grips the bag and hides excess. The EKO is a no-liner design, which is how it fits more waste in a smaller body.

Do they need batteries?

The Nine Stars runs on 4 D batteries. EKO does not state the power source for the Mirage-T in the listing, so check the product page before buying.

Which is cheaper right now?

The Nine Stars at $59.98 at Walmart as of November 6, 2026, against $89.99 at Amazon for the EKO as of the same date.

EKO Mirage-T 50L Touchless Trash Can vs Nine Stars DZT-50-9 Touchless Trash Can

Both are 13.2-gallon black stainless steel motion-sensor cans with soft-close lids. The EKO Mirage-T costs more at $89.99 at Amazon as of November 6, 2026, versus $59.98 at Walmart for the Nine Stars DZT-50-9. Buy the Nine Stars to save about $30 and get a standard bag-ring design; buy the EKO if you want the no-liner design, the lid countdown timer and the stronger review record.

Today the Nine Stars DZT-50-9 Touchless Trash Can costs $30.01 less at its best price.

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