Question 1

While this product gets many 5* reviews - it's the those with the unit the longest that are giving 1*. Can someone who has had it awhile comment.

Accepted Answer

When you read the reviews, its immediately obvious that they did not buy the Evolution Compact 3/4 HP InSinkErator model that the ratings are linked to.  This model comes with an In-Home 8 year warranty. Different models come with 1, 2 or 4 year warranty's, but this unit is 8 years...Simply read the attached warranty details and buyer beware.

Question 2

As a DIY install, can the Evolution Compact 3/4hp unit replace an Insinkerator 1/3hp model w/o modifications?

Accepted Answer

I was able to replace my 1/2 HP Badger 5 disposal (which appears to be the same size as the 1/3 HP Badger 1) with this model without any problems. This biggest difference with the Evolution is it is noticeably wider (8 3/4") than the Badger models (6 5/16"), so the drain is going to be in a different spot and you *might* have to do some plumbing work if you can't adjust the drain. (I was able to adjust my drain pipe so it fit OK with the Evolution.)

Question 3

I'm considering buying this unit to replace my Badger 5. Does anyone know if the old sink hardware is compatible with the Evolution unit?

Accepted Answer

I did so in 2018.  No real problems.  The Insinkerator Compact is a bit wider & longer, so had to shorten some of the pipes but not a big deal.  It mounted on the same mount as the Badger was on.  Total of about 1/2 hour to install, even used the same wiring.

Question 4

People have mentioned that water drains very slow with this disposal, will this be a big problem in a single bowl sink? (Have  the Kolher Stages sink)

Accepted Answer

We have a double sink and have had our’s since 2009 and never had a slow drain issue.  It lasted 14 years, looking to replace with same.

ASIN	B000G837TW
Best Sellers Rank	#766,774 in Tools & Home Improvement ( See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement ) #146 in Garbage Disposals
Brand Name	InSinkErator
Capacity	2.2 pounds
Color	Gray
Customer Reviews	4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars (9,660)
Date First Available	October 16, 2007
Included Components	disposer, installation manual
Installation Type	Undercounter
Item Weight	18.3 pounds
Item model number	Compact
Material Type	Alloy Stainless Steel Components
Model Info	Compact
National Stock Number	5120-00-056-3935
Part Number	Compact
Product Dimensions	13.38 x 10 x 12.63 inches
Thickness	1 inches

InSinkErator Evolution Compact

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