BioReactor BR-500 Composting System
The BR-500 is positioned as the best-in-class small-to-medium in-vessel composter for barn waste, delivering modular capacity and reliable odor suppression with a low upfront cost. Its combination of passive and optional forced aeration gives a faster ROI and lower operating complexity than larger systems like the AgriVent EC-3000, while offering greater throughput and control than typical low-end bins and a smaller footprint and price tag compared with stainless-steel options such as the EarthCare unit.
Turbo microbe action
Sealed odor shield
Turbo microbe action
Sealed odor shield
Review Summary
"Users report the BioReactor BR-500 is a high-performance, durable system that rapidly composts barn waste with excellent odor control; buyers note the upfront cost and learning curve for optimal operation. After extended use owners praise its reliability and throughput for medium-to-large farms."
Compact barn-fit (cozy)
Continuous forced aeration and ventilation to accelerate composting and reduce odors.
Compact barn-fit (cozy)
Continuous forced aeration and ventilation to accelerate composting and reduce odors.
Eco-Friendly Living
Time-Saving Convenience
Skill Development & Mastery
The BR-500 is positioned as the best-in-class small-to-medium in-vessel composter for barn waste, delivering modular capacity and reliable odor suppression with a low upfront cost. Its combination of passive and optional forced aeration gives a faster ROI and lower operating complexity than larger systems like the AgriVent EC-3000, while offering greater throughput and control than typical low-end bins and a smaller footprint and price tag compared with stainless-steel options such as the EarthCare unit.
Turbo microbe action
Sealed odor shield
Compact barn-fit (cozy)
Continuous forced aeration and ventilation to accelerate composting and reduce odors.
Insulated steel chamber with automated temperature and moisture controls for steady decomposition.
Turbo microbe action
Sealed odor shield
Compact barn-fit (cozy)
Continuous forced aeration and ventilation to accelerate composting and reduce odors.
Insulated steel chamber with automated temperature and moisture controls for steady decomposition.
$15,000-25,000 CAD
AgriVent Enclosed Composter EC-3000
The EC-3000 is the market leader for large-scale barn waste composting, offering automated aeration, integrated odor sensors and high-throughput enclosed processing that minimizes labor and regulatory exposure. Although its capital cost is higher than the BR-500 and EarthCare models, AgriVent’s automation and proven odor management make it more cost-effective per ton of waste for bigger operations and outperform systems that require external biofilters like the WEV-360 retrofit in terms of turnkey performance.
Whisper-vent fan
Deep-bed capacity
Whisper-vent fan
Deep-bed capacity
Review Summary
"The AgriVent Enclosed Composter EC-3000 is widely regarded as a dependable, commercial-grade unit that keeps odors contained and is easy to integrate into farm workflows, though some users experience occasional mechanical service needs. Overall customers appreciate its consistent performance and good vendor support."
No-fly barrier
High-capacity sealed enclosure with negative-pressure ventilation and multi-stage biofiltration for superior odor control.
No-fly barrier
High-capacity sealed enclosure with negative-pressure ventilation and multi-stage biofiltration for superior odor control.
Time-Saving Convenience
Eco-Friendly Living
The EC-3000 is the market leader for large-scale barn waste composting, offering automated aeration, integrated odor sensors and high-throughput enclosed processing that minimizes labor and regulatory exposure. Although its capital cost is higher than the BR-500 and EarthCare models, AgriVent’s automation and proven odor management make it more cost-effective per ton of waste for bigger operations and outperform systems that require external biofilters like the WEV-360 retrofit in terms of turnkey performance.
Whisper-vent fan
Deep-bed capacity
No-fly barrier
High-capacity sealed enclosure with negative-pressure ventilation and multi-stage biofiltration for superior odor control.
Automated loading, mixing, and process monitoring tailored for large barns and dairy operations.
Whisper-vent fan
Deep-bed capacity
No-fly barrier
High-capacity sealed enclosure with negative-pressure ventilation and multi-stage biofiltration for superior odor control.
Automated loading, mixing, and process monitoring tailored for large barns and dairy operations.
$45,000-65,000 CAD
Transform Compost Systems TCS-2400
The TCS-2400 distinguishes itself with optimized thermal management and energy-recovery options tailored to barn waste streams, reducing long-term operating costs through heat reuse or integrated energy capture. It sits between the BR-500 and EC-3000 on throughput and capex, offering better steady-state temperature control and lower emission profiles than simpler enclosures, while being more financially attractive than large turnkey leaders for farms that can monetize recovered energy.
Carousel rotation
Biofilter scrub
Carousel rotation
Biofilter scrub
Review Summary
"Transform Compost Systems TCS-2400 is praised for modular design and solid odor mitigation, but several long-term users find it requires more hands-on management and occasional component replacements. It performs well when closely monitored but is less plug-and-play than advertised."
Plug-and-play setup
Modular in-vessel units with integrated aeration and odor-scrubbing modules for rapid on-farm deployment.
Plug-and-play setup
Modular in-vessel units with integrated aeration and odor-scrubbing modules for rapid on-farm deployment.
Time-Saving Convenience
Eco-Friendly Living
The TCS-2400 distinguishes itself with optimized thermal management and energy-recovery options tailored to barn waste streams, reducing long-term operating costs through heat reuse or integrated energy capture. It sits between the BR-500 and EC-3000 on throughput and capex, offering better steady-state temperature control and lower emission profiles than simpler enclosures, while being more financially attractive than large turnkey leaders for farms that can monetize recovered energy.
Carousel rotation
Biofilter scrub
Plug-and-play setup
Modular in-vessel units with integrated aeration and odor-scrubbing modules for rapid on-farm deployment.
User-friendly controls with remote monitoring and adjustable cycle profiles for different barn wastes.
Carousel rotation
Biofilter scrub
Plug-and-play setup
Modular in-vessel units with integrated aeration and odor-scrubbing modules for rapid on-farm deployment.
User-friendly controls with remote monitoring and adjustable cycle profiles for different barn wastes.
$20,000-35,000 CAD
EarthCare Equipment In-Vessel Composter
EarthCare’s in-vessel unit emphasizes rugged, low-maintenance stainless construction and a compact footprint ideal for small farms and satellite barns, delivering consistent odor control without the complexity of high-end automation. It’s generally more affordable to maintain than the EC-3000 and gives more durable service than basic open systems, though it trades off throughput and energy-recovery features found in the TCS-2400.
Total vessel seal
Auto-temp control
Total vessel seal
Auto-temp control
Review Summary
"EarthCare Equipment In-Vessel Composter is favored for its compact footprint and effective odor control for smaller barns, with many users noting easy maintenance; however, reviewers point out limited capacity for larger operations. Customers value its simplicity and consistent results at appropriate scale."
Farm-quiet operation
Space-efficient drum-style in-vessel composter ideal for small to mid-size barns.
Farm-quiet operation
Space-efficient drum-style in-vessel composter ideal for small to mid-size barns.
Eco-Friendly Living
Skill Development & Mastery
EarthCare’s in-vessel unit emphasizes rugged, low-maintenance stainless construction and a compact footprint ideal for small farms and satellite barns, delivering consistent odor control without the complexity of high-end automation. It’s generally more affordable to maintain than the EC-3000 and gives more durable service than basic open systems, though it trades off throughput and energy-recovery features found in the TCS-2400.
Total vessel seal
Auto-temp control
Farm-quiet operation
Space-efficient drum-style in-vessel composter ideal for small to mid-size barns.
Insulated vessel with timed aeration and a simple odor filter cartridge to minimize smells.
Total vessel seal
Auto-temp control
Farm-quiet operation
Space-efficient drum-style in-vessel composter ideal for small to mid-size barns.
Insulated vessel with timed aeration and a simple odor filter cartridge to minimize smells.
$8,000-15,000 CAD
Wright Environmental WEV-360 Biofilter System
The WEV-360 is a market-leading add-on biofilter that combines biological media with a modular activated-carbon stage to neutralize barn odors and VOCs, making it the most cost-effective retrofit for existing composting enclosures. Rather than replacing a composter, the WEV-360 pairs with systems like the BR-500, TCS-2400 or EarthCare to achieve near-instant odor remediation at a fraction of the capital outlay of a fully integrated leader like the AgriVent EC-3000.
Passive biofilter bed
Low-maintenance smell-killer
Passive biofilter bed
Low-maintenance smell-killer
Review Summary
"The Wright Environmental WEV-360 Biofilter System is commonly credited with significantly reducing barn odors when paired correctly with composting setups, though long-term users emphasize the need for periodic media replacement and upkeep. Most operators find it an effective odor-control add-on with predictable maintenance needs."
Field-hardy build
Dedicated biofilter using layered organic media and controlled humidification to biologically remove odors.
Field-hardy build
Dedicated biofilter using layered organic media and controlled humidification to biologically remove odors.
Eco-Friendly Living
Time-Saving Convenience
The WEV-360 is a market-leading add-on biofilter that combines biological media with a modular activated-carbon stage to neutralize barn odors and VOCs, making it the most cost-effective retrofit for existing composting enclosures. Rather than replacing a composter, the WEV-360 pairs with systems like the BR-500, TCS-2400 or EarthCare to achieve near-instant odor remediation at a fraction of the capital outlay of a fully integrated leader like the AgriVent EC-3000.
Passive biofilter bed
Low-maintenance smell-killer
Field-hardy build
Dedicated biofilter using layered organic media and controlled humidification to biologically remove odors.
Designed to retrofit existing compost enclosures with modular piping, fans, and control integration.
Passive biofilter bed
Low-maintenance smell-killer
Field-hardy build
Dedicated biofilter using layered organic media and controlled humidification to biologically remove odors.
Designed to retrofit existing compost enclosures with modular piping, fans, and control integration.
$12,000-20,000 CAD