UPDATE: Over time, this service has declined. Collections from machines are infrequent. Machines are often full. As of Sept 2024, their whatsapp number is no longer working. Direct your enquiries to [email protected].

HOW IT WORKS

Download the SG Recycle app and register an account to deposit waste paper in return for reward points. Always check the app before going to a machine to ensure the machine has capacity!

All paper must be clean with no grease stains, wax crayon, plastic lamination, or food waste.

THE GOOD AND THE BAD

We love this concept: special purpose paper recycling machines that ensure the paper stays clean and dry.  If you live near one of these machines, try it out. 

Unfortunately the machines do fill up fast and sometimes the app is not so accurate (it may show a machine is empty but it is actually full). 

Likewise, these machines do NOT give you the best price for paper (6 cents per kg). And because you can only withdraw when you have reached $10 in credit, you need to put in about 166kg of paper before you can get paid. So if you are recycling to make money, use Cash for Trash instead. 

Warning

In 2023 it was reported that some people were scammed by fake SG Recycle apps found in the Google Play store. Be sure to download a legit app. It is free and there is never a need to pay or give your credit card info.