# Bin Buddy: Korea Recycling — AI Trash Scanner for Expats

> AI trash scanner for expats in Korea with English recycling instructions. (iPhone/iPad app by Chris DeWeese.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bin-buddy-korea-recycling/id6757342184 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Chris DeWeese](https://appshunter.io/developer/1219015186)
- Category: Utilities, Travel
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings · 1 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.1 · 55 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2026-02-08
- Data updated: 2026-06-15
- Monetization: freemium
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bin-buddy-korea-recycling/id6757342184/reviews.md

## What is Bin Buddy?

NEVER GET YELLED AT FOR BAD RECYCLING AGAIN

Living in Korea is amazing until you have to throw away trash.

Different colored bags. Strict schedules. Korean-only labels. Angry notes from neighbors. Fines up to 1,000,000 won. Sound familiar?

We built Bin Buddy because we lived it. Now you do not have to stress anymore.

Important: Bin Buddy includes paid features available via subscription. Free access may be limited.

HOW IT WORKS (PAID FEATURES)

1. SNAP - Point your camera at any piece of trash
2. SCAN - Our AI identifies the material in under 2 seconds
3. SORT - Get step-by-step disposal instructions in English

These features require an active subscription.

No more guessing. No more anxiety. No more fines.

WHY EXPATS LOVE BIN BUDDY (SUBSCRIPTION FEATURES)

AI-POWERED RECOGNITION (Paid)
Our AI has been trained on 100,000+ images of trash commonly found in Korea, with up to 98 percent accuracy on everyday items, from convenience store packaging to electronics.

DISTRICT-SPECIFIC RULES (Paid)
Recycling rules vary by district. We provide location-aware disposal instructions for all 25 Seoul districts. Expanding to Busan, Incheon, and Daegu soon.

MULTI-LANGUAGE SUPPORT (Paid)
Clear, easy-to-follow instructions in English and Korean. Ideal for showing building staff or neighbors.

SCAN HISTORY (Paid)
Review items you have scanned before and instantly see disposal instructions again.

WORKS OFFLINE (Coming Soon, Paid)
Download your district rules and use the app without internet for common items.

PERFECT FOR

English teachers and ESL instructors
Exchange students and university students
Digital nomads and remote workers
Military personnel and families
Business professionals on assignment
Anyone navigating Korea's recycling system

OUR MISSION

Korea is one of the cleanest and most beautiful countries in the world. We want to help keep it that way. Bin Buddy helps foreigners recycle correctly so everyone can do their part.

Built with love in Seoul for the global community.

SUBSCRIPTION INFORMATION

Some features require a paid subscription. Subscription options and pricing are shown in the app before purchase.

Download Bin Buddy now and scan your first item in under 30 seconds.

Questions? Email us at hello@koreatrash.com
Terms of Use: https://koreatrash.com/terms

## Key features

- AI-powered trash recognition
- English disposal instructions
- District-specific recycling rules
- Scan history
- Multi-language support

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| BinBuddy Monthly | $0.99 | per month |
| BinBuddy Yearly | $7.99 | per year |


## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bin-buddy-korea-recycling/id6757342184/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Very fast and helpful

*2026-03-13*

Only using the free version is already very helpful. The scan is quick and tells me what I need to know.

## Frequently asked questions about Bin Buddy

### Does Bin Buddy have ads?

Bin Buddy does not contain advertisements. The app offers a free version with limited features and a paid subscription for full access to its AI-powered recognition, district-specific rules, and multi-language support.

### How accurate is Bin Buddy's AI recognition?

Bin Buddy's AI has been trained on over 100,000 images of trash commonly found in Korea. It boasts up to 98 percent accuracy on everyday items, from packaging to electronics.

### What recycling rules does Bin Buddy cover?

Bin Buddy provides location-aware disposal instructions for all 25 Seoul districts. The app is also expanding to include rules for Busan, Incheon, and Daegu.

### Can I use Bin Buddy offline?

Offline functionality is planned for future paid versions of Bin Buddy. Users will be able to download their district's rules to use the app without an internet connection for common items.

### What subscription options are available for Bin Buddy?

Bin Buddy includes paid features available via subscription. Specific subscription options and pricing are displayed within the app before purchase, offering access to advanced features.

### How often is Bin Buddy updated?

The latest version of Bin Buddy is 1.1.0, last updated on March 16, 2026. Updates typically focus on improving AI accuracy, expanding district coverage, and introducing new features.

### What is the age rating for Bin Buddy?

Bin Buddy has an age rating of 4+. This indicates it is suitable for children and adults, with no mature content or complex themes.

### What devices does Bin Buddy support?

Bin Buddy is currently supported on iPhone and iPod devices. Future compatibility with other platforms may be considered based on user demand.

## Version history (last 2 releases)

### 1.1.0 — 2026-03-16

Added better trash categorization and much faster scanning!

### 1.0 — 2026-02-09

No release notes.

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*Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-06-15.*