Best Soda Makers

Review & Comparison, Last Update December 7, 2023
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PROS

The set includes two bottles of Zero Calorie Fruit Drops (40 ml each). This way, you can add Lime and Orange flavors to sparkling water right after unpacking.  

CONS

The bottle has sharp metal edges on the cap and bottom.

OUR VERDICT

The Еhis SodaStream saturator will carbonate the water in a matter of seconds, while the availability of 3 bottles will allow each family member to have their personal one.

detailed parameters
TYPE

Countertop saturator 

MATERIAL

Plastic body, BPA-free plastic bottle

CARTRIDGE COMPATIBILITY

60-liter aluminum gas cylinder

CARTRIDGE YIELD

Up to 60 liters

CARBONATION CONTROL

Manual carbonation by pressing a carbonating button, LED indicator shows carbonation level

PACKAGE CONTENT

1 x 60L gas cylinder, 1 x Carbonating bottle

Warranty

2 years

PROS

This machine is compatible with all SodaStream carbonation bottles that snap into place using a special snap-lock bottle insertion.

CONS

The power cord could be longer.

OUR VERDICT

The SodaStream Jet is a simple and practical yet highly functional and convenient unit for making fresh soda. It comes complete with everything you need to start carbonating right out of the box.

detailed parameters
TYPE

Countertop saturator

MATERIAL

Plastic body, BPA-free plastic bottle

CARTRIDGE COMPATIBILITY

60-liter aluminum gas cylinder

CARTRIDGE YIELD

Up to 60 liters

CARBONATION CONTROL

Manual carbonation by pressing a carbonating button

PACKAGE CONTENT

1 x 60-liter CO2 cylinder,

1 x 1-liter carbonating bottle

Warranty

2 years

PROS

The soda maker is available in 3 colors to suit any decor. Even the bottle in the kit is made of the matching color. Also, the said bottle has handy water level markings.

CONS

Doesn't come with a CO2 cylinder.

OUR VERDICT

The DrinkMate soda maker is a stylish little thing that can carbonate any drink to let you quench thirst and refresh yourself. Available in red, black, and white colors.

detailed parameters
TYPE

Countertop saturator

MATERIAL

Plastic housing, BPA-free plastic bottle

CARTRIDGE COMPATIBILITY

60-liter carbonator

CARTRIDGE YIELD

Up to 60 liters

CARBONATION CONTROL

Manual control (carbonating button)

PACKAGE CONTENT

1-liter BPA-free plastic bottle with a lid

Warranty

2 years

PROS

Being one of the latest SodaStream models, the Fizzi is distinguished by the slimmest design that will take minimum space on your countertop.

CONS

User instructions are not detailed enough. 

OUR VERDICT

Created with the needs of a modern kitchen and user convenience in mind, this model offers essential features and functionality in a new sophisticated design. It will perfectly fit any concise space.

detailed parameters
TYPE

Countertop saturator

MATERIAL

Plastic body, BPA-free plastic bottle 

CARTRIDGE COMPATIBILITY

60-liter aluminum gas cylinder

CARTRIDGE YIELD

Up to 60 liters

CARBONATION CONTROL

Three fizz levels: 1, 2 or 3 button presses 

PACKAGE CONTENT

1 x 16-gallon gas cylinder, 1 x Carbonating bottle

Warranty

2 years

PROS

Together with the purchase, you get two elegant glass carafes. Made of eco-friendly material, not only do they look beautiful, but they are also absolutely safe for human health. 

CONS

The water pump drips a bit when you remove the water bottle.

OUR VERDICT

The SodaStream Aqua Fizz is a great option for making delicious sparkling water at home. Thanks to the supplied Co2 cylinder, the device will allow you to make as much as 60 liters of soda. 

detailed parameters
TYPE

Countertop saturator

MATERIAL

Plastic and metal body, glass

CARTRIDGE COMPATIBILITY

60-liter aluminum gas cylinder

CARTRIDGE YIELD

Up to 60 liters

CARBONATION CONTROL

Manual carbonation by pressing a carbonating button

PACKAGE CONTENT

1 x 60L gas cylinder, 2 x Carbonating bottles

Warranty

2 years

By a Reliable Manufacturer

SodaStream is an indisputable leader in the market of soda makers and striving to hold their top position, the manufacturer puts every effort into delivering the best of what modern carbonating technologies can offer. All SodaStream machines are known for their straightforward design and amazing ease of use. Yet, there is no limit to improvement as they say, and SodaStream has designed the Fizzi One Touch soda maker that takes off every effort out of carbonation process.

At a glance, the Fizzi One Touch doesn’t differ too much from other models in the range. It’s the same carbonator unit with a compartment for a CO2 cylinder on the back and a bottle holder in the front. It is packed in a sharp and slim modern design that will fit any kitchen interior and is compact enough to find its place even on space-limited countertops. However, it's not only a sleek design that makes it so appealing to customers. And let's check that.

As Many Bubbles As You Want

Well, what sets it apart from other SodaStream soda makers? SodaStream machines are manually operated which gives you an opportunity to add as many bubbles as you like. On the other hand, you have to hold the button as long as you fizz and the final results will never be the same.

To eliminate the guesswork and let you get the consistent fizziness of your drinks, the Fizzi One Touch is a powered model that comes with 3 preset carbonation levels. On the top of the machine you’ll find three buttons for a mild, medium, and strong fizz accordingly. Hence, you just need to install a CO2 cartridge, click the bottle with clean water into place, push a button depending on the desired amount of fizz, and let the unit do the rest for you. That’s it, no hidden catch. It’s a true one-touch operation, hence the model name.

Good Bundle

The Fizzi One Touch comes in a complete bundle with everything you need to carbonate seltzer at home. Not only will it let you enjoy the ultimate ease of use and convenience of operation to the fullest but you can also start transforming ordinary tap water into bubble infused drinks once you unpack the box.

Along with the unit, you’ll get a CO2 cylinder capable of carbonating up to 60 L of water (depending on the chosen fizz level) and a slim 1L bottle made of food-grade BPA-free plastic to create a stock of your favorite sparkling water and store it in the fridge.

To cut a long story short, if you seek a functional yet simple soda maker for regular home use that will do all the work for you and ensure consistent carbonating results time and again, you’ll be hard-pressed to find a better model than the SodaStream Fizzi One Touch.

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Last updated price $99.99
Stock In stock
ASIN B07GBJ9NYR

Simple, Practical, Affordable

Are you a fan of bubbly drinks and can’t imagine your day without a can of coke or a glass of soda with ice? Have you ever thought about trying to make your favorite beverages at home but refused the idea because you thought it was impossible to do? The truth is, it's easier than you might have imagined. You don't even need any special equipment for that. With the SodaStram Fizzi One Touch Sparkling Water Machine, making fizzy drinks will be a no-brainer.

Compared to many other SodaStream models, this machine is very practical and simple to use. It doesn't have bells and whistles to make its operation confusing, and there's just one control button that you will need to press to make a drink. To elaborate a bit on this, you will need to put a bottle with clean drinking water in place, which can be done pretty quick thanks to a special snap-lock bottle insertion, and afterwards push the button on top of the unit to infuse it with CO2, which will come from a cylinder installed on the back. Doing all this is pretty easy and allows you to get as much fizz as you want.

When it comes to the soda maker design, it looks sleek and elegant like all SodaStream machines. Besides, it is pretty compact and won’t eat up much of your countertop space, which makes this model a match for smaller kitchens, offices, trailers, yachts, and so on. On top of that, you can’t but like its delightfully affordable price tag that will fit any budget.

Thought-out Basics

The Jet is one of the basic models from SodaStream. Yet, it still comes complete with everything you need to start carbonating right out of the box. A 1L carbonator bottle will let you make enough soda for a whole pitcher of bubbly lemonade or several fizzy drinks. Meanwhile, a CO2 cylinder allows carbonating 60L of water and will last up to a month or even longer before you need a new one, depending on your drinking needs. Notably, this semi-automatic machine is compatible with all SodaStream bottles, while the bottles made of durable food-safe BPA-free plastic are reusable, thus, giving you an opportunity to reduce your plastic wastes.

In order to put a bottle in place, all you need is to simply screw it in the bottle holder, which should be done pretty quickly, thanks to a special snap-lock bottle insertion allowing it to instantly snap into place.

Summing up, if you seek a simple and affordable way to carbonate soda at home without the need to purchase any additional accessories, you can’t go wrong with the SodaStream Jet soda maker.

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Last updated price $79.99
Stock In stock
ASIN B07Q3966XW

Ultimately Stylish

Are you one of those who cannot live without Pepsi, soda, or lemonade? Stop buying heavy cans and drinking beverages packed with tons of calories. Using this stylish soda maker, you'll be able to enjoy the authentic taste of home-made fizzy drinks, knowing you're drinking pure water containing nothing but all-natural additives. This way, you will be able to control the number of carbs you consume and won't need to deprive yourself of sparkling, refreshing drinks.

Compared to many other models on the market and even those detailed in our review, the DrinkMate Sparkling Water and Beverage Carbonator looks very modern. It's available in classy Black as well as vibrant Royal Red and elegant Irovy White designs to suit your kitchen decor perfectly. What is notable, even the plastic bottle that comes with the purchase is completed with the insert of the matching color.

Ready for Use Out-of-the-box

While many other soda makers require an additional CO2 cylinder, this one already comes with a mini CO2 test cylinder. This way, you can start using this stylish device straight out-of-the-box.

The appliance uses neither batteries nor electricity - the carbonation process requires only a carbonator. Once you install the carbonator, you'll need to screw a bottle and press a single button only. It's worth emphasizing that the machine can be powered by a standard 60L CO2 carbonator cylinder as well.

The DrinkMate can carbonate any cold drink you wish, not only water. Fresh juices, lemonade, iced tea, coffee, energy drinks, wine, cocktails, and even flat soda or beer are not a problem for this little beauty. You can use your imagination and add bubbles to just about any drink you want.

Easy Maintenance

The appliance is quite unpretentious in maintenance. All you need to do after carbonation is remove the bottle and rinse it with water. The bottom cap of the bottle is also removable (by twisting) for cleaning, however, keep note that neither the bottle nor the cap is dishwasher-safe, so make sure to clean them only with hands. Also, you should avoid using brushes, abrasives and chemical detergents.

Speaking of the carbonating unit, you can wipe it clean with a damp cloth. Don't immerse it in water or use solvents so as not to damage the surface. Also, don't forget to clean Fizz Infuser under running water after each use.

If you follow these simple tips, you can expect a long life from the DrinkMate soda maker. It's a stylish little thing that can carbonate any drink to let you quench thirst and refresh yourself.

Last updated price $82.13
Stock In stock
ASIN B01EDNNGKK

Impoved!

By choosing the SodaStream brand, you’ve already made the right decision. But how to pick the model that will work best for you from a variety of top-quality machines? Since SodaStream is not new to soda makers market and is backed by decades of experience in water carbonators production, the manufacturer has already worked out its own successful concept of a really efficient sparkling water maker. However, life does not stay still.

Times change and define new trends both in our lifestyle and in our daily needs. What was considered relevant and up-to-date several years ago, might look a kind of old-fashioned and outdated today. Yet, soda popularity doesn’t change. Hence, SodaStream makes constant updates in its machines to keep up with changing style trends and still meet the needs of all soda enthusiasts. In the SodaStream Fizzi, which is one of the latest models in the company product range, the manufacturer packed all the basic features that have proved to be reliable and efficient in a renewed modern design.

High-Quality Construction

The basics SodaStream machines stand out for include high-quality durable and hygienic materials that are absolutely safe for your health and environment, make the unit maintenance a breeze, and prolong its service life to the maximum; a no-frills design that requires no assembly and makes SodaStream soda makers easy to use; intuitive controls for quick and almost effortless carbonation; the company proprietary snap-lock technology keeping the bottle securely in place and saving you the need to hold it while carbonating, and, easy frizz adjustability to make your soda your way. All of this is what soda fans love about SodaStream and exactly what you will get with the Fizzi machine. The model comes with a Mini CO2 carbonator to make up to 9L of sparkling water and a 60L gas cylinder that will last for several weeks and can be exchanged for a full one just at the price of gas.

Speaking of the unit design, it is minimalistic yet stylish and very modern. A sleek body in a black glossy finish and featuring capsule-shaped design looks somewhat futuristic and will perfectly blend with any hi-tech, modern, and loft interiors as well as add a contemporary touch to more traditional interior styles.

If the functionality and up-to-date design concept are your major goals when choosing a SodaStream machine, the SodaStream Fizzi is the right model to go for.

Get the Benefits of Compactness

When it comes to SodaStream machines drawbacks, quite often customers complain that appliances are pretty bulky and require extra space on the countertop. It might become a real issue for those who have concise kitchens or live in small city apartments limited in space. And even if you have a large kitchen with ample space on your countertop, you still might face some inconvenience since there might be many other kitchen appliances you’d like to place there, from an electric kettle to a coffee maker and toaster. Yet, with the Frizzi, you won’t have that problem. This model is one of the slimmest units in a SodaStream product range. Engineered in a company own lab, it was created with modern kitchen needs in mind and boasts a truly space-efficient design that will fit into any kitchen or bar.

Additional Info

User Manual     Manufacturer

Last updated price $69.99
Stock In stock
ASIN B01HW6P3J2

What customers say about this product

Key Specs(4.3)

Now I get tons of bubbles, sometimes too many, but am loving my Fizzi!

Features(4.1)

Can enjoy soda at home without having to carry heavy bottles to car etc.

Size & Weight(4.3)

Does what it says it will, rally easy to use and keep clean. We only really make sparking water but use it daily.

Fizz That's Just Made For You!

Right off the bat, the SodaStream Aqua Fizz Sparkling Water Machine offers you a great value for the money. With the help of this model, you will be able to make the most premium sparkling water in the world and cut down on the plastic, as the unit includes 2 glass bottles in the kit.

Just like with other soda makers on this list, the Aqua fizz is quite fun and easy to use. It only has one button for manual carbonating, and it's likely that you won't even need any instructions. But they come included with the purchase nevertheless, which is a good thing.

The unit has a sustainable design with a solid base that helps keep it stable on the surface. As we've mentioned, there's only one button on top of the device—hold it to choose how many bubbles you'd like to add to your drink. The upper part of the soda maker has a higher than a standard cabinet height. Thanks to that, it can accommodate fairly tall bottles. Speaking of which, the package already includes two glass bottles, so you won't need to buy anything else.

It's worth noting that the use of glass bottles has a few remarkable advantages over plastic bottles. First of all, glass is an eco-friendly material, so by using glass you can make your part to keep the planet healthy. Second, beverages in glass have a better taste, and finally, they can be stored in the fridge for much longer.

Limitless Options for Flavors

The unit's design is slightly complex, but certainly well-thought-out. We especially like its stainless steel part, which keeps the bottle encased. Although the glass of the bottle is durable, and there have been no cases of its explosion, it's nice to know that even something happens, it will remain inside. The tip inside the device is thin, however, it extends into the bottle when in use, thus preventing water spillage. Each bottle is 0.65 l, so it should be enough to make a small stock. Together with the soda machine, you also get a 60-L gas cylinder that allows you to make as much as 60 liters of delicious fizzy water.

Perhaps the only downside of the device is that before it gets broken in, the water might have a bit metallic taste. However, this isn't that big of an issue, especially since that most people use special flavors to improve the taste. Speaking of which, the options for flavors are virtually limitless!

All told, the SodaStream Aqua Fizz is a great option for making delicious sparkling water at home. It features a premium design and comes with 2 glass bottles that give the beverage a better taste and allow it to be stored in the fridge for longer.

Additional Info

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Last updated price $145.00
Stock In stock
ASIN B07Y45ZXYT

Infographics


What Is a Soda Maker?

What's the best way to refresh yourself in the summer heat? No doubt, it's a glass of a cool sparkling beverage... You can always go get it in the nearest store, cafe, or fast-food restaurant, but it's much easier (and a lot healthier!) to make some fizzy drink yourself at home. That's when a soda maker machine comes in handy. With this fantastic appliance at hand, you will be able to create your own flavor blends and make fantastic thirst-quelling drinks for your family and friends.

How does the process of making soda drinks go? Everything is as easy as possible. Soda makers are used with special cartridges (also called canisters, tanks, chargers, etc) that store pressurized CO2 gas needed for carbonating water. This process is simple and straightforward and requires very little time and effort. What's more, many people actually enjoy carbonating water and find this process calming and fascinating.

Of course, you can keep on drinking store-bought soda drinks, however, if you get a soda maker, you'll be able to make 100% healthy drinks at home. That's the biggest benefit. Not only will you be able to save a significant amount of money you'd spend buying soda from local pubs, but also you'd know for sure that all your drinks are health-friendly and contain neither colorants nor harmful additives. Plus, you'd have a chance to experiment with flavors mixing water with any ingredients you want.

Given that making soda requires using clean water, we suggest you also consider buying a water filter or a proper water filter system.

One other appliance you might be interested in is a water cooler. Having a water cooler at home, you'll always have a chance to quench your thirst with a glass of ice-cold water.

What Features to Compare

There are lots of soda maker reviews online but let's be honest: can you make the right choice? Probably, no. That's why we have decided to make it all much simpler for you. We have picked 5 different soda makers and compared them by their most important features. So, let's start!

Type and Material

The first thing you should decide on is the type of a soda maker. Basically, there are 2 kinds of soda making machines: countertop carbonators and handheld siphons. Countertop soda makers are fairly large and they have a relatively big cartridge with pressurized CO2; you install the cartridge properly, then just push a button (or sometimes a lever) and the carbonation starts. Siphons are usually small and portable; they are attached to the top of the bottle and then you either push a certain button or just slide the siphon to start carbonation. Since siphons are small, CO2 tanks for them are also very compact. As a rule, most soda makers allow you to control the level of carbonation and you can easily pick the one you like. Don't forget to check out the material each soda maker machine is made of. You don't want to buy a new appliance every year, do you? That's why the most durable soda makers are made of metal. Of course, they are heavier, so mostly countertop soda makers have a metal body. Also, pay attention to a bottle: any soda maker comes with a special bottle for carbonation. Most of them are made of BPA-free plastic, hence, they are safe for you and your kids. However, metal is also sometimes used - there are soda maker machines with aluminum bottles and they are very good at keeping a beverage cold for a long time. Thus, a metal siphon is a great appliance if you want to make a fizzy beverage and drink it later. Of course, a usual plastic bottle can be placed into a fridge and you will always have a chance to refresh yourself.

Cartridge Compatibility and Yield

Soda maker machines require gas to carbonate your cool beverages. The cartridges are sometimes called tanks, canister, chargers, carbonators, etc. Portable siphons usually work with small 8-gram CO2 chargers which can be used only once and a new charger must be used for another bottle of soda. The amount of gas in such a small charger is sufficient for carbonating the bottle. However, we should warn you about the compatibility of cartridges - many soda maker siphons use 8-gram chargers but it doesn't mean they are compatible with every of cartridges. Buy only the chargers certified by the manufacturer. Needless to say, it's far better to buy a lot of cartridges and save up. Countertop CO2 cartridges are much bigger and can make quite a lot of fizzy beverages. As usual, these cartridges can make 60 liters of soda, though some extra-capacious CO2 tanks can make as many as 130 liters of fizzy drinks. If you need a soda maker machine for business (if you are running a small cafe, for example), a countertop soda maker is surely an indispensable appliance.

Convenience and Package

Finally, you should know how convenient each soda maker is. For example, very often countertop soda maker machines have a pressure gauge that tells you about the pressure in the bottle and, therefore, prevents it from blowing out. Unlike siphons that use disposable CO2 chargers (which require no pressure control), countertop carbonators should alert you about the pressure. Some countertop soda makers make a whistling sound, telling you the pressure is already high enough. As for maintenance, it's really convenient to control the carbonation process of countertop soda maker machines with the help of either a lever or a button. Keep in mind that over-carbonated beverages aren't good for children, so we recommend to carbonate drinks for kids less than those carbonated for adults. Also, most manufacturers of soda makers include their own flavor packs in the package; you just need to carbonate water, then add some syrup, and a fizzy drink is ready. Thus, check what flavor packs (if any) are included. It goes without saying, you can additionally buy quite a lot of different flavor packs and enjoy your favorite soda tastes. Surely, you can also make your own syrup (there are lots of recipes on the web) and make all-natural fizzy drinks. All in all, stop splurging your money and make your favorite sparkling beverages yourself!

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