Hope I am putting this is in the right spot... as far as actually composting the waste, it is mislabeled. It take a very long time to compost anything, including feces. So do not think of it as a composting toilet, but rather a dry toilet. Most people do not even try to compost, they wrap it up well and throw it away or bury it. I am going to put one in my RV. I will be alone so only my to worry about. I am not a fan of the premade ones you need to stir up. First they are really expensive. Second, you cannot place a bag in there as the agitator will get all messed up with the bag. I think the go and cover is for me. Will say that in all my research, you want to separate the liquids and solids or you in for a big ol stinky mess. If you want to save your fresh water for drinking, showering etc, makes sense to me.