We got the Diaper Champ instead of the Diaper Genie because it took regular trash bags, and I haven't tried the Genie but the champ is GREAT! No odor whatsoever and it's so easy to use. It's very nice that you don't have to buy their brand of trash bags. We have a relatively small nursury and I was worried about the odor, but we only change this trash can when it gets full and it still leaks no odor. I HIGHLY recommend the Diaper Champ!!