Buying guide
Coop Cleaning Kit
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A coop that smells is a coop with a design problem, not a scrubbing problem. This kit attacks the source: a droppings tray under the roost catches most of the mess before it hits the floor, absorbent bedding handles the rest, and a poultry-safe cleaner plus deodorizer finishes the job. Sealed feed bins keep the rodents that follow spilled feed out of the picture. The page is split into five sections (Droppings trays; Absorbent bedding; Safe cleaners; Odor control; Pest-proof feed bins), followed by every pick ranked by our score so you can compare them in one place.
The short version
We compared 18 picks. Our scores range from 6.6 to 8.6 out of 10.
- Best overall:MICROBE-LIFT Chicken Coop Cleaner and Odor Eliminator, 1 Gallon. Highest overall score in this guide at 8.6/10.
- Also great value:Chicken Coop Poop Hammock Waterproof and UV with 8pcs Ball Bungees Cords, 6.5 x 4 FT Poop Deck for Chicken Roosting Perch to Catch the Chicken Poop, Chicken Coop Tarp for Poultry. Value score of 9/10, overall 8.0/10.
- Solid build:Small Pet Select Pine Shavings Chicken Bedding, Coop and Brooder Supplies, 2 Pack, 282L Total. Build and materials score of 8/10, overall 8.4/10.
- Feature-rich:RentACoop 300L Hemp Bedding for Chickens, Rabbits and Guinea Pigs, Super Absorbent Low Dust Odor Control. Features score of 8/10, overall 8.4/10.
Scores are our editorial assessment, not customer ratings. How we score
Droppings trays
- Chicken Coop Poop Hammock Waterproof and UV with 8pcs Ball Bungees Cords, 6.5 x 4 FT Poop Deck for Chicken Roosting Perch to Catch the Chicken Poop, Chicken Coop Tarp for PoultryOur score8.0/10
- Nestera Dropping Tray for Small Ground, Small Lodge or Small Raised Chicken CoopOur score7.3/10
- Full Layer Droppings Tray - Fits Hatching Time (Full Layer) Chick Brooders, Grow Out Pens, and Breeding Cages, Easy to Clean, Lightweight, PP Plastic (Polypropylene), Cimuka, Durable, 3lbOur score7.0/10
- Pet Lodge Steel Dropping Pan - Rabbit Tray Pan - Waste Pan - 30 x 30Our score6.6/10
Absorbent bedding
- Small Pet Select Pine Shavings Chicken Bedding, Coop and Brooder Supplies, 2 Pack, 282L TotalOur score8.4/10
- RentACoop 300L Hemp Bedding for Chickens, Rabbits and Guinea Pigs, Super Absorbent Low Dust Odor ControlOur score8.4/10
- Hemp Bedding for Chicken Coop, Small Animal Litter and Pine Shavings Alternative, 5 cu ftOur score7.6/10
- Hemp Bedding for Chicken Coop with Anti Odor Herbs, Pine Shavings Alternative Poultry Litter, 1 cu ftOur score7.0/10
Safe cleaners
- MICROBE-LIFT Chicken Coop Cleaner and Odor Eliminator, 1 GallonOur score8.6/10
- Eco Strong Chicken Coop Odor Eliminator Coop Refresher for Chickens (128 oz)Our score7.8/10
- Eco Strong Coop Refresher Chicken Coop Odor Eliminator for Chickens (32 oz)Our score7.4/10
- Absolutely Clean Chicken Coop Cleaner and Deodorizer, Natural Enzyme CleanerOur score7.4/10
Odor control
- Eco Strong Chicken Coop Odor Eliminator Coop Refresher for Chickens (128 oz)Our score7.8/10
- Coop Fresh Chicken Coop Deodorizer & Coop Refresher for Chickens, 25 lb, Natural Odor Eliminator with Food Grade Diatomaceous Earth, Moisture Absorber, Fly Control Support & Deep Litter Bedding TreatmentOur score7.8/10
- Manna Pro Coop 'N Compost, Chicken Coop Odor Neutralizer & Moisture Absorber, Poultry Bedding Deodorizer for Backyard Coops & Compost Enhancement, 1.75 lbOur score7.6/10
- Eco Strong Coop Refresher Chicken Coop Odor Eliminator for Chickens (32 oz)Our score7.4/10
Pest-proof feed bins
- Van Ness 50-Pound Food Container with Fresh-Tite Seal and WheelsOur score7.8/10
- Galvanized Steel Storage Can, 6 Gallon with Locking Lid, Rodent and Rust Resistant Metal Bin for Pet Food, Bird Seed, CharcoalOur score7.8/10
- Galvanized Steel Locking Lid Storage Can, 6 Gallon, Heavy Duty Metal Pail for Bird Seed, Dry Pet Food, Rodent Proof, with Wire Bail HandleOur score7.8/10
- Metal Chicken Feeder 40lb, No Waste Automatic Chicken Feeder with Window, Galvanized Large Capacity, Rodent Proof, Rat Proof, Weatherproof SiloOur score7.6/10
All 18 picks, ranked by our score
Every product from the sections above, listed once. Sort by the criterion you care about most, or tick up to three to compare.
#1MICROBE-LIFT's 1 Gallon chicken coop cleaner and odor eliminator, a bulk bottle for regular coop wash-downs.
Fit for the job 9/10 · Features and specs 8/10 · Build and materials 8/10 · Value 9/10
- + 1 Gallon size treats a coop many times before running out
- + Cleaner and odor eliminator in one saves using two products
- + MICROBE-LIFT is known for biological cleaning formulas
- - Large jug is bulky to handle and may need decanting to a sprayer
- - Cleaning sprays do not replace full bedding removal
#2Small Pet Select pine shavings in a 2 Pack totaling 282L, a clean litter for chicken coops and brooders.
Fit for the job 9/10 · Features and specs 8/10 · Build and materials 8/10 · Value 8/10
- + 282L total gives plenty of shavings for a coop refresh
- + Pine shavings are absorbent and help mask coop odors naturally
- + Small Pet Select focuses on clean, low dust bedding products
- - Pine scent can be strong for keepers sensitive to aromatic wood
- - Bulky bags need dry storage space between uses
#3RentACoop's 300L hemp bedding for chickens, rabbits and guinea pigs, a super absorbent, low dust coop litter.
Fit for the job 9/10 · Features and specs 8/10 · Build and materials 8/10 · Value 8/10
- + Super absorbent hemp keeps the coop floor drier between cleanouts
- + Low dust formula is gentler on chicken respiratory systems
- + 300L volume covers a small coop floor in a good deep layer
- - Hemp bedding costs more upfront than bales of pine shavings
- - Compressed bedding needs breaking up and fluffing before use
#4A 6.5 x 4 FT waterproof, UV resistant poop hammock with 8pcs ball bungees, catching droppings under roosting perches.
Fit for the job 8/10 · Features and specs 8/10 · Build and materials 7/10 · Value 9/10
- + Hangs under the roost so overnight droppings stay off the bedding
- + 8pcs ball bungees are included for quick installation
- + Waterproof, UV resistant tarp can be shaken out and hosed clean
- - Needs anchor points around the roost to hang taut
- - Hens may try to perch on it if it hangs too close to the bars
#5Eco Strong's coop odor eliminator in a 128 oz jug, the bulk size of its liquid coop refresher for bigger setups.
Fit for the job 8/10 · Features and specs 7/10 · Build and materials 7/10 · Value 9/10
- + 128 oz jug lowers the cost per use versus the small bottle
- + Good for keepers treating several coops or large barns
- + Can be decanted into a sprayer for easy application
- - Large jug needs a spray bottle, which may not be included
- - Bulk liquid takes up shelf space and can freeze if stored outside
#6Coop Fresh's 25 lb natural deodorizer with food grade diatomaceous earth, for deep litter bedding and moisture control.
Fit for the job 8/10 · Features and specs 8/10 · Build and materials 7/10 · Value 8/10
- + Food grade diatomaceous earth adds moisture absorption and drying
- + 25 lb bag treats bedding across many cleanouts
- + Suited to deep litter setups that need ongoing odor control
- - Fine powder can be dusty, so wear a mask when spreading
- - Newer brand, so results are less established than Sweet PDZ
#7Van Ness' 50-pound food container with Fresh-Tite seal and wheels, a rollable bin for storing bagged chicken feed.
Fit for the job 8/10 · Features and specs 8/10 · Build and materials 7/10 · Value 8/10
- + Wheels let you move a full bin without lifting heavy feed
- + Fresh-Tite seal helps keep moisture and bugs away from pellets
- + 50-pound size holds a full feed bag with room to pour it in
- - Plastic walls can be chewed by determined rats in an open barn
- - Wheels make it less stable on uneven gravel or dirt floors
#8A 6 Gallon galvanized steel storage can with locking lid, rodent and rust resistant, for treats, bird seed and small feed batches.
Fit for the job 8/10 · Features and specs 7/10 · Build and materials 8/10 · Value 8/10
- + Locking lid keeps raccoons and rodents from reaching the feed
- + Galvanized steel resists rust and chewing pests
- + 6 Gallon size is great for scratch, mealworms or grit
- - Too small to hold a full standard bag of chicken feed
- - Not airtight, so humidity can still reach stored grains
#9A heavy duty 6 Gallon galvanized locking lid storage pail with wire bail handle, rodent proof for bird seed and dry feed.
Fit for the job 8/10 · Features and specs 7/10 · Build and materials 8/10 · Value 8/10
- + Wire bail handle makes it easy to carry treats out to the coop
- + Heavy duty metal pail is rodent proof as stated
- + Locking lid stops pests from nosing it open overnight
- - Small capacity means topping up from a larger bin often
- - Metal pail can dent if dropped on hard surfaces
#10A 5 cu ft hemp bedding pack for chicken coops and small animals, sold as a pine shavings alternative.
Fit for the job 8/10 · Features and specs 7/10 · Build and materials 7/10 · Value 8/10
- + 5 cu ft of hemp covers a coop floor in one bag
- + Hemp absorbs moisture well and keeps ammonia lower than straw
- + Pine alternative suits keepers avoiding aromatic wood oils
- - Check the dust level if respiratory sensitivity is a concern
- - Hemp generally costs more per bag than basic pine shavings
#11Manna Pro's Coop 'N Compost in a 1.75 lb container, a coop odor neutralizer and moisture absorber that also aids compost.
Fit for the job 8/10 · Features and specs 7/10 · Build and materials 8/10 · Value 7/10
- + Absorbs moisture in bedding, which helps control ammonia smell
- + Also boosts compost, so used bedding breaks down more usefully
- + Manna Pro is a familiar poultry brand found at farm stores
- - 1.75 lb container goes quickly in a larger coop
- - Additive only, so it cannot replace regular bedding changes
#12A 40lb galvanized metal no waste silo feeder with window, rodent, rat and weatherproof, doubling as sealed feed storage.
Fit for the job 7/10 · Features and specs 8/10 · Build and materials 8/10 · Value 8/10
- + Window shows feed level so you know when to refill
- + Galvanized silo keeps rodents out of a large feed supply
- + 40lb capacity reduces refill trips for a busy flock
- - It is a feeder rather than a true bulk storage bin
- - Silo shape can be tall and top-heavy if not placed on firm ground
#13Eco Strong's Coop Refresher in a 32 oz bottle, a liquid chicken coop odor eliminator for surfaces and bedding.
Fit for the job 8/10 · Features and specs 7/10 · Build and materials 7/10 · Value 7/10
- + Liquid spray reaches corners and walls that granules cannot
- + 32 oz bottle is a convenient size for small coops
- + Quick to apply during routine cleaning without extra tools
- - Smaller bottle needs frequent reorders for large coops
- - Liquid adds a little moisture, so spray lightly on bedding
#14Absolutely Clean's natural enzyme chicken coop cleaner and deodorizer, for breaking down droppings and smells.
Fit for the job 8/10 · Features and specs 7/10 · Build and materials 7/10 · Value 7/10
- + Enzyme formula breaks down organic waste rather than masking it
- + Natural cleaner suits keepers avoiding harsh chemicals around hens
- + Useful on roosts, nest boxes and dropping boards
- - Check the bottle size to compare value against larger cleaners
- - Enzymes work slowly and need contact time before wiping
#15Nestera's dropping tray for its Small Ground, Small Lodge and Small Raised coops, a fitted replacement for easy cleanup.
Fit for the job 8/10 · Features and specs 6/10 · Build and materials 8/10 · Value 7/10
- + Made to fit specific Nestera coop models, so it slides in properly
- + Pull-out tray lets you remove droppings without entering the coop
- + Recycled-plastic style trays rinse clean with a hose
- - Only fits the listed Nestera small coops, not other brands
- - Useless unless you already own one of the matching coop models
#16Cimuka's 3lb PP plastic full layer droppings tray, made to fit Hatching Time brooders, grow out pens and cages.
Fit for the job 7/10 · Features and specs 7/10 · Build and materials 7/10 · Value 7/10
- + Lightweight polypropylene is easy to pull out and wash
- + Fits Hatching Time full layer brooders and pens as stated
- + Durable plastic tray will not rust like metal pans
- - Designed for one brand's system, so check compatibility first
- - Plastic can warp if left in direct hot sun for long periods
#17A 1 cu ft hemp coop bedding blended with anti odor herbs, sold as a pine shavings alternative for poultry litter.
Fit for the job 7/10 · Features and specs 7/10 · Build and materials 7/10 · Value 7/10
- + Anti odor herbs add a fresher smell to the coop between changes
- + Hemp alternative avoids the aromatic oils some keepers dislike in pine
- + Small bag is easy to store and handy for nesting boxes
- - 1 cu ft is small, so full coop floors need several bags
- - Added herbs may not suit keepers who want plain, single-ingredient litter
#18Pet Lodge's 30 x 30 steel dropping pan, a rabbit waste tray that can sit under chicken cages or small roosts.
Fit for the job 6/10 · Features and specs 6/10 · Build and materials 8/10 · Value 7/10
- + 30 x 30 steel pan catches droppings under cages or brooder setups
- + Steel tray is stiff and easy to scrape clean
- + Pet Lodge is a known maker of hutch and cage accessories
- - Sold for rabbit hutches, so coop fit takes some planning
- - Steel can rust if droppings and moisture sit on it for days
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