BD Home Sharps Container 1.4L
The BD Home Sharps Container 1.4L is a compact, consumer-grade solution that excels for equine first-aid kits where portability and single-handed disposal in the field matter most. Its small footprint and low unit cost make it more convenient and affordable for trail-side or barn-stall use compared with large clinical units like the Covidien 8 Gallon, though it lacks the capacity and heavy-duty locking features of reusable systems such as the Daniels Sharpsmart. For horse owners who need a reliable, OSHA-friendly disposable container for syringes and small sharps, BD’s offering balances practicality and cost for routine equine care.
Compact countertop
Twist-lock ninja
Compact countertop
Twist-lock ninja
Review Summary
"Compact, sturdy and easy to lock—users report it reliably contains small sharps for home and small-clinic equine first aid, though the 1.4L capacity requires frequent replacement for busy use."
Pet-proof seal
1.4L capacity fits household syringes and small disposables
Pet-proof seal
1.4L capacity fits household syringes and small disposables
Enhanced Physical Well-Being
Time-Saving Convenience
The BD Home Sharps Container 1.4L is a compact, consumer-grade solution that excels for equine first-aid kits where portability and single-handed disposal in the field matter most. Its small footprint and low unit cost make it more convenient and affordable for trail-side or barn-stall use compared with large clinical units like the Covidien 8 Gallon, though it lacks the capacity and heavy-duty locking features of reusable systems such as the Daniels Sharpsmart. For horse owners who need a reliable, OSHA-friendly disposable container for syringes and small sharps, BD’s offering balances practicality and cost for routine equine care.
Compact countertop
Twist-lock ninja
Pet-proof seal
1.4L capacity fits household syringes and small disposables
Single-use puncture-resistant plastic with secure snap-lock lid
Compact countertop
Twist-lock ninja
Pet-proof seal
1.4L capacity fits household syringes and small disposables
Single-use puncture-resistant plastic with secure snap-lock lid
$8-15 CAD
Daniels Sharpsmart S22 Container
The Daniels Sharpsmart S22 is a durable, reusable containment system designed for high-volume or institutional equine practices that prioritize long-term cost savings and infection-control performance. Its robust locking mechanism and service-supported reusable design give it a technical and environmental advantage over single-use containers like BD and Medline, making it ideal as a central barn or clinic sharps station compared with disposable-only options. While its upfront cost is higher, the reduced waste, secure tamper-proof features, and regulatory-friendly service model make it a market-leading choice for professional equine health operations.
High-capacity hero
Return-for-reuse
High-capacity hero
Return-for-reuse
Review Summary
"Professional-grade reusable system praised for robust construction, secure closure and reduced waste/costs in veterinary practices; higher upfront cost but high long-term satisfaction."
Puncture-proof vault
Rugged reusable system designed for frequent use with professional handling
Puncture-proof vault
Rugged reusable system designed for frequent use with professional handling
Eco-Friendly Living
Time-Saving Convenience
Enhanced Physical Well-Being
The Daniels Sharpsmart S22 is a durable, reusable containment system designed for high-volume or institutional equine practices that prioritize long-term cost savings and infection-control performance. Its robust locking mechanism and service-supported reusable design give it a technical and environmental advantage over single-use containers like BD and Medline, making it ideal as a central barn or clinic sharps station compared with disposable-only options. While its upfront cost is higher, the reduced waste, secure tamper-proof features, and regulatory-friendly service model make it a market-leading choice for professional equine health operations.
High-capacity hero
Return-for-reuse
Puncture-proof vault
Rugged reusable system designed for frequent use with professional handling
High-impact polymer resists punctures and includes a lockable, tamper-proof lid
High-capacity hero
Return-for-reuse
Puncture-proof vault
Rugged reusable system designed for frequent use with professional handling
High-impact polymer resists punctures and includes a lockable, tamper-proof lid
$250-350 CAD
Stericycle SafeDrop Sharps Disposal Container
Stericycle SafeDrop pairs regulated containment with a nationwide pickup and disposal service, removing the logistical and compliance burden from equine facilities that lack in-house medical waste programs. Unlike standalone containers (BD, Medline, Covidien) or reusable fleet models (Daniels), SafeDrop’s value is the end-to-end service — which can be more economical for small to mid-size barns that prefer predictable costs and fully compliant transport and destruction. For horse owners and vets who want minimal handling and assured chain-of-custody for biohazardous sharps, Stericycle’s integrated solution is uniquely convenient.
Pickup-ready design
Tamper-evident lid
Pickup-ready design
Tamper-evident lid
Review Summary
"Convenient, compliant solution with clear labeling and good pickup/service options; users like the convenience though some note higher service costs or occasional availability issues."
Compliance companion
Part of a take-back and disposal program combining container and certified pickup services
Compliance companion
Part of a take-back and disposal program combining container and certified pickup services
Time-Saving Convenience
Enhanced Physical Well-Being
Stericycle SafeDrop pairs regulated containment with a nationwide pickup and disposal service, removing the logistical and compliance burden from equine facilities that lack in-house medical waste programs. Unlike standalone containers (BD, Medline, Covidien) or reusable fleet models (Daniels), SafeDrop’s value is the end-to-end service — which can be more economical for small to mid-size barns that prefer predictable costs and fully compliant transport and destruction. For horse owners and vets who want minimal handling and assured chain-of-custody for biohazardous sharps, Stericycle’s integrated solution is uniquely convenient.
Pickup-ready design
Tamper-evident lid
Compliance companion
Part of a take-back and disposal program combining container and certified pickup services
Single-use rigid container with secure closure and prominent biohazard labeling
Pickup-ready design
Tamper-evident lid
Compliance companion
Part of a take-back and disposal program combining container and certified pickup services
Single-use rigid container with secure closure and prominent biohazard labeling
$20-50 CAD
Covidien Kendall Sharps Container 8 Gallon
The Covidien Kendall 8 Gallon sharps container is a heavy-duty, high-capacity option tailored to larger equine hospitals, ambulatory units, or busy barns that generate significant volumes of sharps during treatments and surgeries. Its large volume and rugged construction offer better economies of scale than small disposables like the BD 1.4L or Medline 5 Quart, although it is less portable for field use and typically requires dedicated storage and pickup arrangements like those offered by Stericycle. For practices that need bulk capacity, robust puncture resistance, and lower per-use disposal cost, the Kendall 8 Gallon is a practical market-leader choice.
Bulk-capacity beast
Wide-base stable
Bulk-capacity beast
Wide-base stable
Review Summary
"Heavy-duty, high-capacity container well suited to busy clinics and large equine operations—reliable and stable but bulky and requires adequate floor/space planning."
Hands-free chute
8-gallon capacity ideal for clinics, barns, and high-use equine environments
Hands-free chute
8-gallon capacity ideal for clinics, barns, and high-use equine environments
Enhanced Physical Well-Being
Time-Saving Convenience
The Covidien Kendall 8 Gallon sharps container is a heavy-duty, high-capacity option tailored to larger equine hospitals, ambulatory units, or busy barns that generate significant volumes of sharps during treatments and surgeries. Its large volume and rugged construction offer better economies of scale than small disposables like the BD 1.4L or Medline 5 Quart, although it is less portable for field use and typically requires dedicated storage and pickup arrangements like those offered by Stericycle. For practices that need bulk capacity, robust puncture resistance, and lower per-use disposal cost, the Kendall 8 Gallon is a practical market-leader choice.
Bulk-capacity beast
Wide-base stable
Hands-free chute
8-gallon capacity ideal for clinics, barns, and high-use equine environments
Heavy-duty construction resists punctures and spills and features a locking mechanism
Bulk-capacity beast
Wide-base stable
Hands-free chute
8-gallon capacity ideal for clinics, barns, and high-use equine environments
Heavy-duty construction resists punctures and spills and features a locking mechanism
$80-150 CAD
Medline Biohazard Sharps Container 5 Quart
The Medline Biohazard Sharps Container 5 Quart occupies a middle ground between pocket-sized consumer containers and industrial bulk units, offering a balance of portability, capacity, and economy well suited to small clinics and horse farms. It provides a larger working volume than BD’s 1.4L for routine barn procedures, while remaining easier to handle and cheaper to deploy than the Covidien 8 Gallon or Daniels reusable systems, though it lacks an integrated pickup service like Stericycle. For equine first-aid scenarios that demand moderate capacity, clear labeling, and budget-conscious bulk purchasing, Medline’s 5 Quart is a practical and cost-effective choice.
Mid-size workhorse
Biohazard beacon
Mid-size workhorse
Biohazard beacon
Review Summary
"Good value mid-capacity container that meets basic biohazard and sharps needs for small clinics; plastic and lid design are adequate though not as rugged as premium brands."
Mount-friendly hook
5-quart size balances capacity and portability for field and trailer use
Mount-friendly hook
5-quart size balances capacity and portability for field and trailer use
Enhanced Physical Well-Being
Time-Saving Convenience
The Medline Biohazard Sharps Container 5 Quart occupies a middle ground between pocket-sized consumer containers and industrial bulk units, offering a balance of portability, capacity, and economy well suited to small clinics and horse farms. It provides a larger working volume than BD’s 1.4L for routine barn procedures, while remaining easier to handle and cheaper to deploy than the Covidien 8 Gallon or Daniels reusable systems, though it lacks an integrated pickup service like Stericycle. For equine first-aid scenarios that demand moderate capacity, clear labeling, and budget-conscious bulk purchasing, Medline’s 5 Quart is a practical and cost-effective choice.
Mid-size workhorse
Biohazard beacon
Mount-friendly hook
5-quart size balances capacity and portability for field and trailer use
Durable, leak-resistant plastic with one-way entry and secure lid
Mid-size workhorse
Biohazard beacon
Mount-friendly hook
5-quart size balances capacity and portability for field and trailer use
Durable, leak-resistant plastic with one-way entry and secure lid
$15-30 CAD