BEST Portable Camp Toilet? Thetford Porta Potti Review

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  • Опубликовано: 2 июл 2024
  • When it comes to camping there is one thing we all can agree on, we gotta poo! In this video, we walk you through our setup of the Thetford Porta Potti 365. A great versatile chemical toilet for both the weekend warrior car campers to the full-time van lifer. Dive in to see if a porta potty is right for you!
    0:00 - Intro
    0:32 - Specifics
    1:25 - Filling Fresh Water
    1:43 - Basic Functions
    3:58 - Dumping the Toilet
    5:17 - Adding Chemicals
    6:55 - Toilet Van Set-Up
    8:19 - Pros and Cons
    10:02 - Outro

Комментарии • 210

  • @carlacowling1789
    @carlacowling1789 2 года назад +107

    Probably the most honest, transparent, hilarious review of a porta-potty ever!

    • @theboonboxers
      @theboonboxers  2 года назад +3

      Haha thanks! We opted not to include actual footage, but close enough 😆

    • @lebored8264
      @lebored8264 2 года назад +2

      Totally agree. His no nonsense, chill style is so fun to watch. Good script too!

    • @AnnoyingBoon
      @AnnoyingBoon Год назад

      @@theboonboxers what

  • @ralphjackson8295
    @ralphjackson8295 Год назад +45

    Dude, I would have never in a million years thought I would spend 11 minutes and 1 second of my life watching a video on a port-a-potty. Then here you come with this, funny, educational, and absolutely brilliantly entertaining video. Thank goodness for RUclipss algorithm for recommended it. I dont know what you do for a living but I hope its in the entertainment industry.

    • @theboonboxers
      @theboonboxers  Год назад +4

      haha that's great. Gotta love RUclips! Sorry we haven't made more videos then

    • @KIDvsOUTDOORS
      @KIDvsOUTDOORS Год назад +2

      HAHA Agreed!

    • @dinosanchez8528
      @dinosanchez8528 Год назад

      Honestly I agree, you might try writing standup comedy the people would love you.

  • @stephencachia1892
    @stephencachia1892 Год назад +3

    my motorhomes toilet is leaking and instead of fixing it i just opted to take out all there is and just put one of these in the bathroom. your video put my mind at rest that its a good solution.

  • @EugeneRudyy
    @EugeneRudyy Год назад +13

    Thank you for valuable info and tips! Just bought one here in Ukraine, not for camping though:( Getting ready for worst case scenarios at home

  • @angelicaortega3994
    @angelicaortega3994 2 года назад +10

    Thank you so much for talking about the toilet. I did not know how it worked. Great explanation

    • @theboonboxers
      @theboonboxers  2 года назад +2

      Definitely one of the most important things for us!! :)

  • @lucaszak3597
    @lucaszak3597 2 года назад +3

    Best, honest and funny portable toilet review on You Tube. Thanks guys!

  • @aarondgallegos
    @aarondgallegos 2 года назад +2

    Best video on the 365 I've seen. Thank you! I'm sold!

    • @theboonboxers
      @theboonboxers  2 года назад +1

      Glad you liked it! Here's to many poops in the woods

  • @AJ-wo5nf
    @AJ-wo5nf Год назад +2

    Really refreshing how you have covered every aspect in detail and with such a brilliant lightheaded manner. Thanks. It certainly convinced me to buy one and start my vanlife journey. 😊

  • @KoguryoKid
    @KoguryoKid Год назад +3

    This is my first time to watch a potti video, which I was actually looking for. Very informative, pooper-friendly, and thank you much indeed!

  • @KTolai
    @KTolai 4 месяца назад

    This is the best video on this toilet. Thank you!

  • @arjundba
    @arjundba 2 года назад +2

    Best honest review and guidance 👏👏

  • @karinbphotography
    @karinbphotography Год назад +4

    Omg. This is BY FAR the best toilet review on the internet 😂

  • @washboardjim
    @washboardjim Год назад

    Straight to the Point and Fun to watch

  • @moneybox5733
    @moneybox5733 11 месяцев назад +1

    Great video. I was dissapointed in the included instructions but you answered all my questions. Thank you :)

  • @ArtCassidyMoon
    @ArtCassidyMoon Месяц назад +1

    Omg I found myself watching this whole video. 😂 I thought it was very well done and funny. My boo and I are camping soon and he sent this to me. I’m so excited now to go potty in the woods 😂 🙌🏽

  • @belindasalinas
    @belindasalinas Год назад +2

    I want to thank you for making this informative but at the same time entertaining video on a subject that sometimes tends to be taboo. You made me laugh while at the same time educating me about portable camp toilets.

    • @steiny3353
      @steiny3353 Год назад

      Belinda Salinas
      ...I've just bought one of these, but I haven't used it yet. I was thinking of getting one of those containers (about 2 litres or so, the ones you pump the plunger to build up pressure....and squirt) and use that first, before you start pumping the flush button. That way it will get everything moving down without unnecessarily filling up you storage part

  • @curtriceennis2924
    @curtriceennis2924 Год назад +1

    Glad I watched this before buying a porta potty for camping in my backyard. And, I LOVE your straightforward language and sense of humor. TYSM for telling us about using a porta potty and the "not - so - pleasant" side to them. Somewhat informative this video was !!! 💩💩💩

  • @felishagathright4013
    @felishagathright4013 2 года назад +3

    Best review yet!

  • @relaxingparadisetv276
    @relaxingparadisetv276 2 года назад +2

    Awesome review,thank you! I really appreciate it!

  • @nicolechatman8634
    @nicolechatman8634 2 года назад +4

    Thanks for being so honest and funny 😄😆🤣😀

    • @theboonboxers
      @theboonboxers  2 года назад

      Gotta keep it real! Thanks for watching

  • @aggiea7618
    @aggiea7618 2 года назад +1

    Nice, fresh and refreshing explanation 👍👍👍✨

  • @bmcgill930
    @bmcgill930 5 месяцев назад

    Awesome video!!!

  • @jimmym2719
    @jimmym2719 2 года назад

    You are fantastic ! Well shared infos. Kinda funny too. Thanks for sharing bro 💕

  • @berita8642
    @berita8642 Год назад +1

    Very good review and good sense of humour. Thank you.😁

  • @mrm4400
    @mrm4400 Год назад +1

    Excellent review....and pretty hilarious too!!🤣😂

  • @timeobserver8220
    @timeobserver8220 2 года назад +9

    That's the best toilet vanlife review I've seen. With all the info and tips I've always wanted to know. Thanks! (Hard to fault but only thing I thought it missed was cost for tablets over time etc)

    • @theboonboxers
      @theboonboxers  2 года назад +1

      eyyy! Thanks! Yeah, I'm trying to think cost wise for the chemicals... I'd say $8-10 a month (using full time)

  • @rondoty2798
    @rondoty2798 Месяц назад

    Dude, you did the business. Thank you.

  • @alpgocekli6875
    @alpgocekli6875 23 дня назад

    Thankyou, good work !!

  • @NeufsVideos
    @NeufsVideos 2 года назад +1

    Very informative review. Thanks!

  • @justines1919
    @justines1919 Год назад

    Awesome this was super helpful.

  • @SwimmingintheDeep
    @SwimmingintheDeep Год назад +2

    Entertaining and informative!

  • @ghizlainesoufiane4648
    @ghizlainesoufiane4648 Год назад +1

    very good video, thanks for all your explanations !

  • @mikechan231
    @mikechan231 Год назад

    Great vid. Very helpful

  • @fotolitrato
    @fotolitrato 9 месяцев назад +2

    Good stuff man. Bout to pick up the Thetford 565E.

  • @1satisfiedmind
    @1satisfiedmind Год назад +2

    Now I'm singing, "Doo-doo dit doo-doo da doo-doo dit doo-doo..." This video doesn't stink at all. Great stuff. I wonder if 1 flush before dumping would help avoid sticking/skid marks.

    • @franny5295
      @franny5295 5 месяцев назад

      Probably not but some baby powder would!

  • @sammyaisel9019
    @sammyaisel9019 Год назад +1

    I just found your channel and love it! I hope y'all do some up to date content soon. Best wishes

  • @diannehortonpong1388
    @diannehortonpong1388 Год назад +3

    I have never laughed 😅 so hard in my life! I will admit that you had some great information on portable toilets! Thanks for such an entertaining video!

  • @JSdreamer
    @JSdreamer Год назад

    Haha never thought I’d find a camp toilet review amusing 😂great review

  • @MotoMiles
    @MotoMiles Год назад

    Hope you guys are okay been enjoying your videos have helped me compile my
    Little boxy build .

  • @larryhimes6224
    @larryhimes6224 2 года назад +1

    Good call on the Scott single ply. . . My "go to" as well! LOL! ;)
    Cheap, available & passes the "water jar shake" test! :)
    My wife hates composting (C-Head 'cline") & cassette toilets. . . So we rebuilt our standard RV toilet last summer. DID go to a macerator pump on our black & gray tank outlet. Does preclude the need for a dump station at a campground, etc.

    • @theboonboxers
      @theboonboxers  2 года назад

      NICE! Yeah I think the composting is overrated... BUT I actually haven't had a lot of experience with them. Sorry just getting back to your comments

  • @Scrambler85
    @Scrambler85 2 года назад +1

    Good review 👍🏽

  • @darrellfort1668
    @darrellfort1668 Год назад

    awesome video, lol glad u an talk about this in a comedic way buddy, lol

  • @joy-joey
    @joy-joey 2 года назад +23

    This might sound weird,, but I appreciate you being honest about going poop! Almost every video I watch, they always say they only go number #1. I'm like wth, I rather pooh in my own space and sometimes you just gotta go! Lol I love how honest y'all are about the marks too! It happens. 😅 Thanks for the laugh and for being honest. I'm surprised your other half could hold in her laugh while recording. You would have heard me "ugly" laugh the whole time. 😅 Y'all be safe on the road.

    • @theboonboxers
      @theboonboxers  2 года назад +7

      Haha right? We definitely use ours and put it to good use. Sometimes even if there is a pit toilet at a campground we opt to use our porta potti since it's more comfortable.
      Gotta try and make some jokes 😂 she did laugh a few times, had to cut those parts... Ha. Thanks for watching!

    • @joy-joey
      @joy-joey 2 года назад +2

      @@theboonboxers haha love it!

    • @ZxAMobile
      @ZxAMobile Год назад +3

      Pooping in private is the single greatest luxury one can have in life pooping in a public space is just asking to get assaulted while you are in the most vulnerable state of your life. People don’t understand how dangerous it is to poop in public.

    • @ZxAMobile
      @ZxAMobile Год назад +1

      Pooping in private is the single greatest luxury one can have in life pooping in a public space is just asking to get assaulted while you are in the most vulnerable state of your life. People don’t understand how dangerous it is to poop in public.

    • @curtriceennis2924
      @curtriceennis2924 Год назад +1

      @@theboonboxers PLUS, it's likely a bit more safe in more ways than one. 😉

  • @pastordavewalkinginthepowe3479
    @pastordavewalkinginthepowe3479 2 года назад +4

    Great Video worth watching
    -!thanks keep it up Brother God Bless 🙏🏻✝️

  • @christym64
    @christym64 2 года назад +2

    Thank you....great information & fun delivery 💩

    • @theboonboxers
      @theboonboxers  2 года назад

      Thanks for not thinking I'm full of crap! ;)

  • @TheShonuff888
    @TheShonuff888 Год назад +2

    Great review, im just gonna get this just to get it😂. I experienced clogged toilets and couldn’t get a plumber out until later the next day. I figure this would be a great option. I can add this to my camping gear as well, already have a privacy tent for showers, might as well get the toilet

  • @labrennawalker2219
    @labrennawalker2219 2 года назад +2

    You should get way over a million views. Great ass video 👍👍👍

  • @robpivato4227
    @robpivato4227 Год назад +1

    Hot tip right there for ya… Let’s dive in… 😅
    Bro, I can’t tell if you k ow how funny you are between being funny, and so here’s my thank you; compelling presentation! Lol

  • @somasekar9056
    @somasekar9056 Год назад

    You are hilarious 😂 Laughed so much 👍🏼

  • @KMC42267
    @KMC42267 Год назад +1

    Great video. I love how you explained everything. I just purchased SereneLife portable Toilet for our camping trip in August that we will set up in our shower/dressing room. I pee a lot lol much needed for tent and glamping Now I know how to poo in my portable potty lol😂😂😂😂.

    • @theboonboxers
      @theboonboxers  Год назад

      Good work! Hopefully you have a lot of time pooping in the outdoors! 😂

  • @YTYTYTY7
    @YTYTYTY7 Год назад +4

    I think the flushing action is much better than the dometic one. Thanks for the detailed review!

  • @RolandoNispiros
    @RolandoNispiros Год назад +1

    I have the same one but haven’t used it yet. Appreciate the pro tips lol.

  • @MrGaborseres
    @MrGaborseres Год назад

    Cool 😎 👍 thanks

  • @SuchANatural
    @SuchANatural 2 года назад +1

    🔥The electrical set up next💪🏿

  • @mariomarez2223
    @mariomarez2223 Год назад

    I just bought new Four Wheel Camper and it was equipped with this brand. I will forever see your face when I look at it in my camper. Just kidding! Great Video!! Thanks!!

  • @livingworkingoutsidebox
    @livingworkingoutsidebox 2 года назад +3

    Well the best poo review I've seen ok the only one I have seen but still the best 👌 👍

    • @theboonboxers
      @theboonboxers  2 года назад +1

      ahahah good thing you're not a crazy poo review youtuber, that might be concerning

    • @livingworkingoutsidebox
      @livingworkingoutsidebox 2 года назад

      @@theboonboxers hahaha 😆 😂 🤣 😅 right

  • @danielletalerico2889
    @danielletalerico2889 9 месяцев назад +1

    Thanks for a VERY DETAILED video on this product, it was very informative and funny shit no pun intended,lol

  • @TheOodledoodle
    @TheOodledoodle 2 года назад

    Funny and good looking!😋😍

  • @amirnewson1905
    @amirnewson1905 2 года назад +2

    Awesome video bro I'm from the city and really are debating on buying a box truck and converting it but my biggest concern is how 🤔 well would it perform off road if it's possible but again nice informative video especially on the type of toilet

  • @maryproveaux9200
    @maryproveaux9200 2 года назад +3

    Love my Thetford, have the electric flush one!

    • @theboonboxers
      @theboonboxers  2 года назад

      How is the flush?? Seemed like too many moving parts, but same size holding tank.

    • @maryproveaux9200
      @maryproveaux9200 2 года назад

      @@theboonboxers Super easy and responsive. I bought it because I thought it would make me feel better because it was more like a modern flush toilet and it does. I bought the floor plate also and it is great. However! And peeps may have noticed reviews about the flush mechanism breaking. I live where there's pretty mild winter but a few days when it did snow, the flush DID NOT WORK, no water would come out! I had started a return/exchange with Amazon but got busy with work. A few days later, it had warmed up and I tried to use it and it worked. I can only assume that water was frozen in the flush mechanisms/tubes or the batteries were too cold. I don't know if the one you have will or will not flush when the weather is, I don't know, below freezing. I have an electric blanket and toss it on it when it's below freezing since then. Overall, they are the nicest, real looking/feeling camping toilet with just about perfect height out there!

  • @annies8075
    @annies8075 2 года назад +4

    I don't even go camping, so I've no idea why I've watched this video 🤣, but it was interesting 👍

    • @theboonboxers
      @theboonboxers  2 года назад

      sounds like it's time to get out and crap in the woods

  • @goddessjones6559
    @goddessjones6559 2 года назад

    Thanks for the thorough awesome video and with such great pesonality. One thing do you know how many centermeters across is the flush/drain. hole

  • @winonabannon8556
    @winonabannon8556 2 года назад +2

    You crack me up!

  • @justdoinglife412
    @justdoinglife412 2 года назад +5

    Great video loved all the jokes

    • @theboonboxers
      @theboonboxers  2 года назад

      thanks thanks! Poop jokes are not my favorite... but a solid #2 ;)

  • @campingwithliam2116
    @campingwithliam2116 Год назад

    Used one similar. Cassette toilet. Not as horrible as some candy a$$es say and get a more expensive one. I looked for Teepee that would work. Found septic safe type at any Dollar General, any Teepee that reads septic safe is suitable. Yes they make nice soft rolls also for precious bottoms, not just the basic sand paper rolls. I use a Cassette in my off grid, as a temporary, until I built in some thing more permanent...however it works fine and not that hanous to empty, clean and deodorize. Even guests visiting don't mind using if need to facilitate.

  • @loganhogan953
    @loganhogan953 2 года назад

    thanks, u did better then the sales team.👌u know yr shit

  • @Scrambler85
    @Scrambler85 2 года назад +8

    Someone stole the toilet at the local police prescient. The theft has not been solved. Police have nothing to go on😎

  • @paul-57
    @paul-57 7 месяцев назад

    To avoid the smell could you leave the valve closed while you do the business then close the lid, open the valve and flush with the lid down then close the valve again?
    Maybe laying a couple of strips of toilet paper in the bowl before you dump would help with the skid marks too.
    Definitely getting one of these, this one seems to be the best model.

  • @michelvert5426
    @michelvert5426 Год назад +2

    Brilliant, and entertaining. You stated that you placed water into the flushing water but it had a blue hue - what do you add to the flush water? Anything special?😊

  • @hyojoonus
    @hyojoonus Год назад

    I'll have to try the hot tip.

  • @cryptojosh2761
    @cryptojosh2761 2 года назад

    you should vlog your trips!!!

  • @Tsk703
    @Tsk703 10 месяцев назад

    sold...im getting that one

  • @amandakeller8055
    @amandakeller8055 Год назад +1

    I’d like to see how you do a deep cleaning. I just acquired one that came used with my van. I don’t want to use it until I’m sure someone else’s “stuff” is gone.

    • @hmmm2564
      @hmmm2564 8 месяцев назад

      Why don't you replace it

  • @user-pj1jm2uz6z
    @user-pj1jm2uz6z 8 месяцев назад

    There is a shower curtains there are pop-up tents for camping.

  • @mckeon1960
    @mckeon1960 Год назад

    I notice when your pumped water in it was blue was that the aqua pot in clean tank to. Great review

    • @theboonboxers
      @theboonboxers  Год назад

      Hey, we sometimes would use a little fresh tablet in there to help with the odor, didn't do it all the time, but I think it helps a bit

  • @pdodge3689
    @pdodge3689 2 года назад +1

    What additive do you use in the flush/rinse water? (Love your video btw--best out there.)

  • @leoandwiz
    @leoandwiz Год назад

    You should post affiliate links! I just bought aquamax thanks to you. I am going for a different head however as I need one better suited for a sailboat but otherwise I would have bought the porta potty as well!

  • @danstafford5977
    @danstafford5977 4 месяца назад

    To clean the toilet bowl use a spray bottle of all-purpose cleaner... also I use a rechargeable toilet brush... it makes cleaning the toilet a slam dunk.

  • @JKarle
    @JKarle 2 года назад +2

    Thanks for the review, not crappy at all! Yeah, sorry...I am a dad,

  • @65plusfabulous56
    @65plusfabulous56 2 года назад

    👍👍

  • @MarkelBeverley
    @MarkelBeverley 2 года назад

    This was funny as hell lol

  • @alpgocekli6875
    @alpgocekli6875 23 дня назад

    Awesome.... now I m gettin 1 or 2 maybe...😂

  • @BumbleBee55R
    @BumbleBee55R 19 дней назад

    Visit the auto parts store and get some spray car wax. When the toilet is dry in the bowl, spray a couple shots of wax in the bowl. Let it dry. Cuts down on the skid marks.

  • @geogriapeach5211
    @geogriapeach5211 2 года назад +2

    He is so funny. I'de buy one even if I don't need one. Haha.

    • @theboonboxers
      @theboonboxers  Год назад +1

      haha I'm still waiting for my free one from the company for all the free marketing ;)

  • @matthewsabal81
    @matthewsabal81 10 месяцев назад +1

    next time you have some leftover gloss clear paint, epoxy (or) poly resin, clearcoat ?
    simply skin the bowl. Envirotex left over from a fishing rod resto , just made my bowl slicker than...

  • @ericj810
    @ericj810 Год назад +1

    Id rather use this then the public restroom at cades cove. Ever seen the restroom there in the middle of summer? After a rain there was a beatle in there the size of a soft ball!!!

    • @theboonboxers
      @theboonboxers  Год назад +2

      Too many NASTY dump holes at campgrounds and trailheads. Worst bathrooms I've ever used.

  • @jamilchavez4592
    @jamilchavez4592 2 года назад +3

    Anybody try a couple sprays of essential oils or something into the bowl first to make it slick and reduce staining? 🤔 I might have to try it when mine comes in next week haha good overview 🤙🏽

    • @theboonboxers
      @theboonboxers  2 года назад +2

      interesting... we use to do the pooparri or whatever, but you're still dealing with shit lol

    • @appiedellah
      @appiedellah 2 года назад

      My thoughts exactly but some kind of water repellent instead

  • @mesapysch
    @mesapysch Год назад +1

    I wonder if you waxed the bowl with car wax whether that would help stuff sticking to it?

  • @SolidBold00
    @SolidBold00 2 месяца назад

    Any issues with all the toilet paper actually breaking down and dumping out? It doesnt ever clog things up? Oh and what chemical are you using in the fresh water to flush with?

  • @GeoffreySenyetor-di3tj
    @GeoffreySenyetor-di3tj Год назад

    Is there a bio digester version of this kind of portable toilet

  • @DeusVolo
    @DeusVolo 9 дней назад

    Use some silicone wax on the bowl to keep the deuces from sticking!

  • @Curious_Skeptic
    @Curious_Skeptic 6 месяцев назад

    Hmm, think I'll install a roof fan above the can. ;)

  • @kellyk8966
    @kellyk8966 Год назад +1

    I wonder if spraying non stick cooking spray on the bowl would help minimize the do marks.

  • @herbzum
    @herbzum Год назад

    “Let’s dive in”. Interesting choice of words…

  • @marleysworld1157
    @marleysworld1157 2 года назад +2

    I wonder if a few sprays of non-stick cooking oil would help 🤔

    • @theboonboxers
      @theboonboxers  2 года назад

      Now that's a new one!! hahah I'll try anything once ;)

  • @lau4893
    @lau4893 2 года назад +2

    Missed the opportunity to say multi-plies there hahahaha

  • @davidhunternyc1
    @davidhunternyc1 3 месяца назад

    If you're off-grid, far away from a dump station, how do you go to the bathroom? How would you empty this porta potti? Do you just go pee and poop in the wilderness, and then where do you put your toilet paper?

  • @gabbyx5031
    @gabbyx5031 Год назад +1

    Does anyone have any ideas on a type of coating one Can place on the inner bowl to facilitate the sliding? Also if anyone has one of these how do you store it? I lt doesn’t seem to require much ventilation but perhaps an airtight box of sorts will help if there ever is any smell?

    • @theboonboxers
      @theboonboxers  Год назад

      yeah, I think it's just something you deal with. If you don't mind a little wipe out of the bowl if neccessary. We always drain and clean very well before storing. Sometimes will leave it outside to air out

    • @kevinkelleher7868
      @kevinkelleher7868 6 месяцев назад

      If you give it a pump of flush first a wet bowl isn't as grippy for shitty😂

    • @marcinmichigan2772
      @marcinmichigan2772 5 месяцев назад

      what about pam?

  • @corynardin
    @corynardin 2 года назад +3

    Can you dump that in a vault toilet or only RV dump stations and flush toilets? Also, how long will that last before it needs to be emptied?

    • @theboonboxers
      @theboonboxers  2 года назад +2

      We have dumped ours in a vault toilet when last resort. Technically I don't think it's legal... That being said, we try to find flush toilets at parks and just make sure not to make a mess. It holds quite a bit of waste, I'd say for 1 person using it multiple times a day about a week. If you don't mind peeing in a separate container it could go much longer... But then starts to smell

    • @corynardin
      @corynardin 2 года назад

      @@theboonboxers thanks. I have a wife and two kids. I am hoping to get two or three days out of one.

  • @mikemanjo2458
    @mikemanjo2458 2 года назад +1

    😆❤️