# Christchurch Bins > Bin collection schedules and recycling guidance for Christchurch residents. (iPhone/iPad app by Christchurch City Council.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/christchurch-bins/id898683154 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Christchurch City Council](https://appshunter.io/developer/898683157) - Category: Reference, Utilities - Price: Free - Rating: 5.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings · 66 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 15.1 · 94 MB - Languages: American English - Released: 2020-11-02 - Data updated: 2026-09-03 - Monetization: ad-supported - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/christchurch-bins/id898683154/reviews.md ## What is Christchurch Bins? The Christchurch Bins app makes it easy to find your property’s bin collection day and set reminders for when to put out and take in your bins. Use the look up tool to find out if items can be recycled, made into organic compost or disposed as rubbish. Features: - Search for your address within Christchurch or Banks Peninsula - Bin collection information for multiple addresses - Set reminders to put out and take in your bins - Look up items to see what can be recycled, made into organic compost or disposed as rubbish - Stay updated with public holiday collection changes and receive notifications about any service changes - Learn helpful tips on reducing waste and how to ‘bin good’ ## Key features - Find bin collection days - Set bin collection reminders - Recycling lookup tool - Service change notifications - Waste reduction tips ## What do users think of Christchurch Bins? Overall sentiment: negative **Pros** - 👍 Simple and effective - 👍 Quick and efficient - 👍 Useful for reminders - 👍 Good for new residents - 👍 Informative content **Cons** - 🐛 App freezes frequently - 🐛 Incorrect bin information - 🐛 Address lookup issues - 🐛 Slow loading times - 🐛 Update issues - 🐛 Unreliable - 🐛 Clumsy interface - 🐛 Outdated information - 🐛 App crashes - 🐛 Doesn't work anymore - 🐛 Poor user interface - 🐛 Inconsistent data **Commonly reported bugs** - App freezes after address confirmation. - App displays incorrect bin collection days. - App update loop: App Store shows 'Open' instead of 'Update'. - App misses delivery dates or skips to the next one. - App cannot find addresses on the street. - App shows error message after entering address. - App shows wrong bin colors for collection. - App autosuggests address but cannot find data. - App is broken and doesn't work (iOS 18). - App doesn't load or shows an error message. - App is unusable, buggy, and never loads. - App freezes at the loading screen. - App shuts down when trying to remove reminders. - App resets reminder times to 6pm. - App crashes when trying to look something up. - App sends multiple notifications and never loads collection date. - App freezes on opening screen. - App cannot get bin information for existing addresses. - App crashes to white screen while typing address. - App is stuck on loading page. - App freezes on iPhone 7 with latest update. - App freezes after opening. - App takes minutes to load. - App lost all properties after update. - App notifications for old properties persist. - App crashes while typing address. - App doesn't open after update. - App is slow and unresponsive. - App is not intuitive. - App fails to load collection data. - App fails to load correctly. - App doesn't work properly, requires reinstallation. - App has a convoluted interface. - App doesn't work on iPhone 6. **Most requested features** - Allow users to specify which bins to receive notifications for. - Provide information on what goes into each bin. - Improve address data accuracy and search functionality. - Fix the circular update loop in the App Store. - Ensure reminders are correctly updated for public holidays. - Make the core function more accessible. ## Recent user reviews (10 of 66) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/christchurch-bins/id898683154/reviews.md ### 1/5 — Rubbish Rubbish app *2026-07-21, version 3.1.24* App freezes after address confirmation, is this still working or supported- please Remove if not another thing ccc cannot maintain properly ### 3/5 — Date confusion *2026-06-07, version 3.1.24* I’ve just moved into a new house and I’m trying to figure out what day to take the bins out. I searched it up on the website and it said Monday and then I downloaded the app and did the same thing and instead it said Wednesday, now I’m left confused. ### 3/5 — Day changes not reflected in alerts *2026-04-02, version 3.1.24* Great for giving reminders for putting out and brining in our bin. However this week our day has changed from Friday to Saturday due to Easter - but alert still goes off on Thursday night to put bins out. ### 1/5 — Update the app but…? *2026-03-02, version 3.1.24* Guys, I’ve opened the app and it gives a message to update. Click the link to the Apple Store, like a good citizen, and instead of an “Update” button, the App Store displays an “Open” button which when clicked opens the app without updating it and…wait for it…displays the same update message. It’s circular. Do better! ### 1/5 — It displays the wrong info *2025-12-09, version 3.1.24* It’s got it completely wrong, completely missing my next delivery date and instead skipping to the one after that. A really good example of a good idea poorly executed by a team that doesn’t have any commercial realities (eg rate payer funded). ### 1/5 — Used to work… *2025-12-08, version 3.1.24* It used to work but can no longer find any addresses on my street. ### 5/5 — Simple, done well *2025-06-11, version 3.1.24* You had one job and you did it well. App launches fast and makes it immediately obvious which bin I need to put out this week. Then it shows how the upcoming public holiday does or doesn’t affect my day. Quick, simple, efficient. A rarity these days. ### 5/5 — This app is awesome *2025-03-23, version 3.1.24* I like this app because the app will tell you what date to put the bin out to tie strew and they will sent the message to tell what colour bin out And I recommend to use this app ! ### 1/5 — This app hides it’s only function behind a convoluted interface *2025-03-01, version 3.1.22* This app hides its only useful function behind a badly designed interface. The ‘+’ function the only useful thing on this site is hidden. Users want the info quickly and then get off, so you hide the only tool the app provides Behind a thoroughly confusing interface. Why? This is an example of bloat at local council level where idiots are…app design by ### 1/5 — Doesn’t work anymore *2024-10-20, version 3.1.22* The app is broken and doesn’t work any more (ios18). As soon as you enter the address it shows an error message. ## Frequently asked questions about Christchurch Bins ### What does the Christchurch Bins app do? This app helps Christchurch and Banks Peninsula residents find their property's bin collection day and set reminders. It also includes a tool to look up items and determine if they can be recycled, composted, or disposed of as rubbish. ### How can I find my bin collection day? You can easily find your bin collection day by searching for your address within the app. It supports multiple addresses, making it convenient for those managing more than one property. ### Does the app provide information on recycling? Yes, the app features a lookup tool that tells you how to properly dispose of various items. It clarifies whether an item can be recycled, made into organic compost, or should be disposed of as rubbish. ### Are there any costs associated with using this app? The app is free to download and use. However, it does display advertisements. ### What happens if there are changes to bin collection services? The app keeps you updated on public holiday collection changes and any other service disruptions. You will receive notifications to ensure you are always informed about changes to your collection schedule. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 4.2.7 — 2026-08-26 Performance improvements and bug fixes. ### 3.1.24 — 2025-03-03 Performance improvements and bug fixes. ### 3.1.22 — 2024-09-17 - Performance improvements and bug fixes. - Updated app design. - Added widget for iOS users. - Improved screen zoom/large font size support. ### 2.12.0 — 2024-02-20 Improved performance. ### 2.10.9 — 2023-07-31 Updated screenshots and improved the lookup tool. ## More apps by Christchurch City Council - [Celect](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/celect/id1128247894) - [What's On Christchurch](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/whats-on-christchurch/id1321681117) All apps by Christchurch City Council: https://appshunter.io/developer/898683157 ## Related topics [christchurch city council](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/christchurch-city-council) · [city of bunbury my 3 bins](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/city-of-bunbury-my-3-bins) --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). 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