# What is the user experience of urine diverting toilets like?

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**Created:** [May 22, 2026, 2:32am UTC](https://waterlesswaste.discourse.group/t/what-is-the-user-experience-of-urine-diverting-toilets-like/42 "2026-05-22T02:32:43Z")\
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We received this question during a recent webinar and thought it would be helpful to discuss here.

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I’ve used the one at Smith Rock State Park - the toilet looks a little different, and there is a simple sign explaining how to use it, although it’s generally pretty intuitive. Additionally, the odor is non-existent in comparison to traditional pit toilets.

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The toilet is of conventional shape. There is a black belt in the toilet hole, which is a plus compared to seeing a giant pile of waste like a pit or vault toilet. The pedal is pushed by the foot to move the waste away. Urine drains by gravity and disappears. Aside from flushing with a foot pedal, there isn’t much use difference over a normal water toilet.

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**Post date:** [July 4, 2026, 4:58pm UTC](https://waterlesswaste.discourse.group/t/what-is-the-user-experience-of-urine-diverting-toilets-like/42/4 "2026-07-04T16:58:14Z")

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User experience is far superior with Urine Diversion Toilets.

Odor, Visual and Comfort.

Odor: Much less powerful as most composting toilet experiences. Side by side comparison, I’ve noticed users will stand in line to use Urine Diversion Toilets vs. composting. Primary reason: difference in odor.

Visual: For composting toilets, users can look down into the unit and see everyone’s business. For Urine Diversion toilets, users see a relatively clean conveyor belt. Users prefer getting a Clean Start.

Comfort: Simple sit-down riser. No surprise. Toilet paper goes into unit. Easy disposal with Push on Pedal. Ready for next user. No rush to Get Out of There. Pleasant no-stress experience.