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The Best Soda Makers (2026)
The best soda makers of 2026: the SodaStream Terra and Art, the electric E-Terra, the Drinkmate OmniFizz, the Aarke Carbonator III, and the Breville InFizz Fusion, compared on fizz, cylinders, and what they carbonate.
Our top picks at a glance
Best overall
SodaStream Terra Sparkling Water Maker Starter Kit, BlackMost buyers who want sparkling water on tap with the simplest machine and the easiest cylinder to swap.
Best for any drink
Drinkmate OmniFizz Sparkling Water and Soda Maker Starter Kit, Matte BlackBuyers who want sparkling juice, fizzy cocktails, or re-fizzed flat soda, as well as plain sparkling water.
Best premium design
Aarke Carbonator III, BurgundyBuyers who leave the machine on the worktop and want it to look like a designed object, not an appliance.
For most buyers, the SodaStream Terra Starter Kit in Black is the pick: the simplest machine here, with a snap-in cylinder and a dishwasher-safe bottle. Buyers who want to carbonate juice, wine, or cocktails should choose the Drinkmate OmniFizz Starter Kit instead, since the Terra carbonates water only. The Aarke Carbonator III in Burgundy is the pick for a machine that stays on show, and the SodaStream E-Terra Value Bundle is the pick for one-touch fizz at three preset levels.
The picks, ranked
| Pick | CO2 system | Bottle | Power | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best overallSodaStream Terra Sparkling Water Maker Starter Kit, Black | QuickConnect 60L cylinder included | 1 L (32 fl oz) dishwasher-safe, BPA-free | None, no electricity or batteries | Check price |
| Best for any drinkDrinkmate OmniFizz Sparkling Water and Soda Maker Starter Kit, Matte Black | Standard threaded 60L cylinder included | - | None, no electricity or batteries | Check price |
| Best premium designAarke Carbonator III, Burgundy | Standard threaded 60L cylinder | 1 L (34 fl oz) PET BPA-free bottle | None, no electricity or batteries | Check price |
 Best electric soda makerSodaStream E-Terra Sparkling Water Maker Value Bundle | Two 60L QuickConnect cylinders included | - | Power adapter included, needs a wall socket | Check price |
 Best designSodaStream Art Sparkling Water Maker Starter Kit, Black | QuickConnect 60L cylinder included | - | None, no electricity or batteries | Check price |
 Best for cocktails and juiceBreville InFizz Fusion Sparkling Water and Beverage Carbonator, BCA800BSS | Standard screw-type 60L cylinder, not included | 1 L bottle with stainless steel cap and base | - | Check price |
 Best value bundleSodaStream Terra Sparkling Water Maker Value Bundle, Black | QuickConnect 60L cylinders included | - | None, no electricity or batteries | Check price |
 Best for any drink bundleDrinkmate OmniFizz Ultimate Bundle, Matte Black | Three 60L threaded cylinders included | - | None, no electricity or batteries | Check price |
 Best design bundleSodaStream Art Sparkling Water Maker Value Bundle, Black | QuickConnect 60L cylinders included | - | None, no electricity or batteries | Check price |
 Best for giftingSodaStream Terra Sparkling Water Maker Starter Kit, Misty Blue | QuickConnect 60L cylinder included | 1 L (32 fl oz) dishwasher-safe, BPA-free | None, no electricity or batteries | Check price |
Best overall
SodaStream Terra Sparkling Water Maker Starter Kit, Black
The default pick: snap the bottle in, press the button, and get sparkling water in seconds, with no power and no fuss.
Strengths
- The QuickConnect cylinder snaps in without screwing, so swapping a cylinder takes seconds and needs no strength.
- It needs no electricity or batteries, so it works anywhere on the worktop and costs nothing to run.
- The 1-litre bottle is dishwasher safe and BPA-free, and the machine takes the standard SodaStream cylinder that shops exchange everywhere.
Limitations
- It carbonates water only, so flavours go in after the fizz, and juice or wine cannot go in the bottle.
- Fizz level is down to how many times you press the button, so the same fizz every time needs practice.
- The black plastic body looks plain next to the Aarke and the Art, and it is built to a budget.
What owners report
Commonly praised
- The snap-in cylinder swaps in seconds with no screwing or wrestling
- Sparkling water is ready in moments, which makes it easy to use every day
- The bottle goes in the dishwasher, so cleaning takes no extra effort.
Common complaints
- The fizz level varies from day to day unless the presses are counted carefully
- The black plastic body looks plain on a worktop where prettier machines stand out
- Only water can go in the bottle, so juice and cocktails are off the menu.
Recurring themes from owner reviews on retailers and forums, summarised by our editors. Updated October 2026.
| CO2 system | QuickConnect 60L cylinder included |
|---|---|
| Bottle | 1 L (32 fl oz) dishwasher-safe, BPA-free |
| Power | None, no electricity or batteries |
| Warranty | 2 years |
| Included | Bubly flavour drop, 40 ml |
Best for: Most buyers who want sparkling water on tap with the simplest machine and the easiest cylinder to swap.
Skip if: You want to carbonate juice, wine, or cocktails, which the Terra cannot do, or you want automatic fizz levels.
Best for any drink
Drinkmate OmniFizz Sparkling Water and Soda Maker Starter Kit, Matte Black
The versatile one: the only starter kit here that carbonates juice, wine, tea, and cocktails, not just water.
Strengths
- The Fizz Infuser lets any chilled drink go in the bottle, so juice, iced tea, wine, and cocktails can all be carbonated.
- The two-stage pressure release bleeds off foam slowly, which keeps fizzy juice from foaming over.
- It uses a standard threaded 60L cylinder, which is widely available and easy to exchange.
Limitations
- The bottle cap has more parts than a SodaStream bottle, so it needs careful cleaning and a good seal each time.
- The threaded cylinder screws in rather than snapping in, so swapping takes longer than a QuickConnect cylinder.
- It is bulkier than the Terra, and the matte black body shows fingerprints.
What owners report
Commonly praised
- Sparkling juice and fizzy cocktails come out well, which no SodaStream can do
- The slow pressure release keeps foamy drinks from overflowing the bottle
- The threaded cylinder is easy to find and exchange in most shops.
Common complaints
- The bottle cap has several parts that need careful cleaning after each use
- Swapping the screw-in cylinder takes longer than snapping in a QuickConnect one
- The matte black body shows fingerprints after every use.
Recurring themes from owner reviews on retailers and forums, summarised by our editors. Updated October 2026.
| Carbonates | Any chilled drink, including juice, wine, and cocktails |
|---|---|
| CO2 system | Standard threaded 60L cylinder included |
| Bottles | 1 L and 0.5 L BPA-free bottles |
| Infuser | Patented Fizz Infuser with two-stage pressure release |
| Power | None, no electricity or batteries |
Best for: Buyers who want sparkling juice, fizzy cocktails, or re-fizzed flat soda, as well as plain sparkling water.
Skip if: You only ever carbonate water, since the extra versatility adds cost and a fiddlier bottle cap.
Best premium design
Aarke Carbonator III, Burgundy
The showpiece: a slim stainless steel body in burgundy, a precision nozzle, and no plastic shell in sight.
Strengths
- The stainless steel body is solid and slim, and the burgundy finish stands out on a worktop without looking garish.
- The precision nozzle gives a smooth, controlled stream of gas, so the fizz builds evenly rather than in bursts.
- It needs no electricity, so it can sit anywhere, and the 1-litre bottle is BPA-free and reusable.
Limitations
- It costs far more than the Terra for the same water, since the extra money buys the body, not the fizz.
- It carbonates water only, so juice, wine, and cocktails cannot go in the bottle.
- It uses a standard threaded 60L cylinder, which screws in rather than snapping in like a QuickConnect cylinder.
What owners report
Commonly praised
- The steel body feels solid and looks striking on the worktop
- The lever gives a smooth, controlled fizz with no sudden bursts
- The slim shape takes up little space despite the premium build.
Common complaints
- The cost is high for a machine that only makes sparkling water
- The screw-in cylinder takes longer to change than a snap-in one
- The burgundy finish is bold, and it will not suit every kitchen.
Recurring themes from owner reviews on retailers and forums, summarised by our editors. Updated October 2026.
| Body | Stainless steel |
|---|---|
| Bottle | 1 L (34 fl oz) PET BPA-free bottle |
| CO2 system | Standard threaded 60L cylinder |
| Nozzle | Precision stainless steel nozzle |
| Power | None, no electricity or batteries |
Best for: Buyers who leave the machine on the worktop and want it to look like a designed object, not an appliance.
Skip if: You want to carbonate juice or cocktails, or you want the cheapest machine that makes good fizz.
Best electric soda maker
SodaStream E-Terra Sparkling Water Maker Value Bundle
The only electric machine here: three preset fizz levels at the touch of a button, with spare cylinders and bottles in the box.
Strengths
- Three preset carbonation levels give the same fizz every time, so each person in the household gets their own setting.
- One-touch operation needs no counting of presses and no guesswork, which suits children and older users.
- The bundle includes spare cylinders, three dishwasher-safe bottles, and flavour drops, so the household is stocked for weeks.
Limitations
- It needs a wall socket and its power adapter, so it cannot move to a shelf or a cabin the way the manual machines can.
- It costs more than the manual Terra for the same water, since the extra money buys the electric controls.
- It carbonates water only, so juice, wine, and cocktails cannot go in the bottle.
What owners report
Commonly praised
- The preset levels give the same fizz every time with no counting or guesswork
- One touch is all it takes, which suits children and older users alike
- The bundle stocks the household with cylinders, bottles, and flavour drops for weeks.
Common complaints
- The machine must sit near a socket, so it cannot move to another shelf
- The electric controls add cost for the same water a manual machine makes
- It still only carbonates water, so juice and cocktails need another machine.
Recurring themes from owner reviews on retailers and forums, summarised by our editors. Updated October 2026.
| Carbonation | 3 automatic levels |
|---|---|
| Power | Power adapter included, needs a wall socket |
| Bottles | Three 32 fl oz dishwasher-safe bottles |
| CO2 system | Two 60L QuickConnect cylinders included |
| Flavours | Two bubly flavour drops included |
Best for: Households where everyone likes a different fizz, and buyers who want the same result every time without counting presses.
Skip if: You have no spare socket near the worktop, or you want a machine that works without power.
Best design
SodaStream Art Sparkling Water Maker Starter Kit, Black
The good-looking Terra: a lever instead of a button, chrome trim, and two bottle sizes in the box.
Strengths
- The lever gives finer control over the fizz than a button, since you can hold it for a longer or shorter burst.
- The starter kit includes a 1-litre bottle and a 0.5-litre bottle, so a small bottle is ready for a single glass.
- The chrome trim and upright shape look smarter on the worktop than the plain Terra body.
Limitations
- It carbonates water only, so juice, wine, and cocktails cannot go in the bottle.
- It costs more than the Terra starter kit for the same water, since the extra money buys the look and the lever.
- The lever needs a firm pull, which can be awkward if the machine sits in a tight corner.
What owners report
Commonly praised
- The lever gives fine control over the fizz with a satisfying pull
- The two bottle sizes cover both a jug and a single glass
- The chrome trim makes the machine look smart on the worktop.
Common complaints
- The lever needs a firm pull that can be awkward in a tight corner
- It costs more than the Terra for the same sparkling water
- Only water can be carbonated, so the lever cannot help with juice.
Recurring themes from owner reviews on retailers and forums, summarised by our editors. Updated October 2026.
| Carbonation | Lever control |
|---|---|
| Bottles | 1 L and 0.5 L dishwasher-safe bottles |
| CO2 system | QuickConnect 60L cylinder included |
| Power | None, no electricity or batteries |
| Included | Bubly flavour drop |
Best for: Buyers who want the Terra experience with a smarter look and a lever that gives finer fizz control.
Skip if: You want to carbonate juice or cocktails, or you want the cheapest machine that works.
Best for cocktails and juice
Breville InFizz Fusion Sparkling Water and Beverage Carbonator, BCA800BSS
The cocktail machine: a FusionCap that carbonates a finished drink in its own bottle, from juice to wine to flat soda.
Strengths
- The FusionCap carbonates juice, tea, cocktails, wine, and flat soda directly in the bottle, which no SodaStream or Aarke machine can do.
- The brushed stainless steel body looks and feels like a premium appliance, and the 1-litre bottle has a stainless cap and base.
- The cap keeps the fizz in the bottle after carbonating, so a drink stays fizzy in the fridge.
Limitations
- No CO2 cylinder is included, so the machine cannot be used until a standard screw-type 60L cylinder is bought separately.
- The FusionCap and bottle are proprietary, so spare bottles and caps cost more than standard SodaStream bottles.
- It is the most expensive machine in this list to get running, once the cylinder is added.
What owners report
Commonly praised
- Finished cocktails come out fizzy and stay fizzy in the fridge thanks to the sealing cap
- The steel body looks and feels like a premium appliance
- The bottle, brush, funnel, and tray in the box make it ready to use properly.
Common complaints
- No cylinder is included, so the machine cannot be used until one is bought
- Spare bottles and caps are proprietary and cost more than standard ones
- The cost to get running is the highest in this list once the cylinder is added.
Recurring themes from owner reviews on retailers and forums, summarised by our editors. Updated October 2026.
| Model | BCA800BSS |
|---|---|
| Carbonates | Water, juice, tea, cocktails, wine, and flat soda |
| Bottle | 1 L bottle with stainless steel cap and base |
| CO2 system | Standard screw-type 60L cylinder, not included |
| Included | Cleaning brush, funnel, drip tray, sieve |
Best for: Hosts and cocktail makers who want to carbonate a finished drink, not just plain water.
Skip if: You only drink sparkling water, since the FusionCap adds cost and parts you will not use.
Best value bundle
SodaStream Terra Sparkling Water Maker Value Bundle, Black
The Terra for a busy household: extra cylinders, three bottles, and flavour drops, so the fizz never runs out mid-week.
Strengths
- Three dishwasher-safe bottles mean one can chill in the fridge while another is in use, which suits a household that drinks a lot.
- Spare QuickConnect cylinders remove the weekly trip to exchange a cylinder, since a fresh one is already in the cupboard.
- Two flavour drops are included, so the household can try flavoured sparkling water without a separate purchase.
Limitations
- It is the same machine as the starter kit, so the extra money buys supplies, not a better machine.
- It carbonates water only, so juice, wine, and cocktails still cannot go in the bottle.
- The bundle takes more cupboard space than the starter kit, since the spare bottles and cylinders need storing.
What owners report
Commonly praised
- Having spare cylinders in the cupboard means the fizz never runs out mid-week
- Three bottles make it easy to keep one chilled while another is in use
- The flavour drops in the box give the household something new to try at once.
Common complaints
- The bundle takes up more cupboard space than a starter kit
- The machine itself is unchanged, so the extra money only buys supplies
- The spare bottles and cylinders can sit unused in a household that drinks little.
Recurring themes from owner reviews on retailers and forums, summarised by our editors. Updated October 2026.
| Bottles | Three 32 fl oz dishwasher-safe bottles |
|---|---|
| CO2 system | QuickConnect 60L cylinders included |
| Flavours | Two bubly flavour drops included |
| Power | None, no electricity or batteries |
| Machine | Terra sparkling water maker |
Best for: Households that drink sparkling water daily and want spare cylinders and bottles on hand.
Skip if: You drink sparkling water rarely, since the extra cylinders and bottles will sit unused.
Best for any drink bundle
Drinkmate OmniFizz Ultimate Bundle, Matte Black
The OmniFizz stocked for months: three cylinders, two bottles, and the Fizz Infuser, for a household that fizzes everything.
Strengths
- Three 60L cylinders in the box mean months of fizz before an exchange is needed.
- Two bottles, one 1-litre and one 0.5-litre, cover both a jug of sparkling juice and a single glass.
- The Fizz Infuser and two-stage release keep foamy drinks under control, which is the part other machines cannot do.
Limitations
- It is the same machine as the starter kit, so the extra money buys supplies, not a better machine.
- The bottle cap has more parts than a SodaStream bottle and needs careful cleaning.
- The bundle is bulky to store, since three cylinders and two bottles need cupboard space.
What owners report
Commonly praised
- Three cylinders in the box mean months of fizz before an exchange is needed
- The two bottles cover both a jug of sparkling juice and a single glass
- The slow pressure release handles foamy drinks without a mess.
Common complaints
- The bundle is bulky to store, with three cylinders and two bottles to find room for
- The cap still needs careful cleaning, and the extra bottles add to the washing up
- The machine is the same as the starter kit, so the extra money only buys supplies.
Recurring themes from owner reviews on retailers and forums, summarised by our editors. Updated October 2026.
| CO2 system | Three 60L threaded cylinders included |
|---|---|
| Bottles | 1 L and 0.5 L BPA-free bottles |
| Carbonates | Any chilled drink, including juice, wine, and cocktails |
| Infuser | Patented Fizz Infuser with two-stage pressure release |
| Power | None, no electricity or batteries |
Best for: Households that carbonate juice and cocktails daily and want spare cylinders on hand.
Skip if: You only carbonate water, since the extra cylinders and the fizz-anything design are wasted on plain water.
Best design bundle
SodaStream Art Sparkling Water Maker Value Bundle, Black
The Art for a busy household: the lever machine with spare cylinders, two bottles, and flavour drops.
Strengths
- The lever gives finer fizz control than a button, and the spare cylinders remove the weekly exchange trip.
- Two dishwasher-safe bottles mean one can chill while the other is in use.
- The chrome trim and upright shape look at home on an open shelf or a bar cart.
Limitations
- It is the same machine as the Art starter kit, so the extra money buys supplies, not a better machine.
- It carbonates water only, so juice, wine, and cocktails cannot go in the bottle.
- The bundle costs more than the Terra bundle for the same water, since the Art carries a design premium.
What owners report
Commonly praised
- The spare cylinders remove the weekly trip to exchange an empty one
- Two bottles mean one can chill in the fridge while the other is in use
- The lever and chrome trim make the bundle feel like a proper gift.
Common complaints
- The bundle costs more than the Terra bundle for the same water
- The extra supplies need cupboard space that small kitchens may not have
- The machine is unchanged from the starter kit, so the premium buys supplies and looks.
Recurring themes from owner reviews on retailers and forums, summarised by our editors. Updated October 2026.
| Bottles | Two 32 fl oz dishwasher-safe bottles |
|---|---|
| CO2 system | QuickConnect 60L cylinders included |
| Flavours | Two bubly flavour drops included |
| Carbonation | Lever control |
| Power | None, no electricity or batteries |
Best for: Design-minded households that drink sparkling water daily and want the Art stocked with spares.
Skip if: You drink sparkling water rarely, or you want to carbonate juice and cocktails.
Best for gifting
SodaStream Terra Sparkling Water Maker Starter Kit, Misty Blue
The same Terra starter kit in a pale blue that suits a light kitchen, with the same snap-in cylinder and dishwasher-safe bottle.
Strengths
- It is the same machine as the black Terra, so it shares the snap-in cylinder, the dishwasher-safe bottle, and the simple button.
- The pale blue finish suits light kitchens and open shelves where a black machine would stand out.
- The starter kit includes the cylinder, the bottle, and a flavour drop, so it works straight out of the box.
Limitations
- It carbonates water only, so juice, wine, and cocktails cannot go in the bottle.
- Fizz level depends on how many times you press the button, so repeatable fizz needs practice.
- The pale finish shows marks and drips more readily than the black model.
What owners report
Commonly praised
- The pale blue finish brightens a light kitchen and looks friendly on the shelf
- The starter kit has everything needed, so it works straight out of the box
- The snap-in cylinder is as quick to change as on the black model.
Common complaints
- The pale finish shows drips and marks more than the black version
- The fizz still depends on counting presses, so repeatable results take practice
- It only carbonates water, which limits what the household can make.
Recurring themes from owner reviews on retailers and forums, summarised by our editors. Updated October 2026.
| CO2 system | QuickConnect 60L cylinder included |
|---|---|
| Bottle | 1 L (32 fl oz) dishwasher-safe, BPA-free |
| Power | None, no electricity or batteries |
| Warranty | 2 years |
| Included | Bubly flavour drop, 40 ml |
Best for: Buyers who like the Terra but want a lighter colour, and gift buyers who want a soda maker that looks like a present.
Skip if: You want to carbonate anything beyond water, or you want automatic fizz levels.
How we chose
What it carbonates decides the shortlist
The first split in this list is between machines that carbonate water only, which are the SodaStream and Aarke models, and machines that carbonate any chilled drink, which are the Drinkmate and Breville models. A buyer who wants sparkling juice must buy from the second group, whatever the cost, while a buyer who only drinks sparkling water can ignore it entirely.
Cylinder type decides the running cost and the chore
QuickConnect cylinders snap in and out in seconds, while standard threaded cylinders screw in and take longer. We recorded which system each machine uses, since the cylinder is the recurring cost and the recurring chore, and a machine whose cylinder is hard to exchange will be used less.
Fizz control, from counting presses to presets
Manual machines ask you to count button presses or hold a lever, which gives control but needs practice for a repeatable fizz. The E-Terra is the only machine here with preset levels, so it is the only one that gives the same fizz every time without practice. We ranked control by how repeatable the result is, not by how many settings the box lists.
Looks and the worktop test
A soda maker lives on the worktop, so how it looks matters more than for a tool that hides in a cupboard. We noted the body material and finish, and marked down plastic machines that look cheap on show, while keeping the ranking honest about the fact that looks never improve the fizz.
Questions, answered
Which soda maker should a complete beginner buy?
The SodaStream Terra Starter Kit in Black. It is the simplest machine here: snap the bottle in, press the button, and drink. The cylinder snaps in without screwing, the bottle is dishwasher safe, and there is no power cable or setting to learn. Buy the Drinkmate OmniFizz only if you know you want to carbonate juice or cocktails.
Can a soda maker carbonate juice or wine?
Only some. The Drinkmate OmniFizz and the Breville InFizz Fusion are built to carbonate any chilled drink, including juice, iced tea, wine, and cocktails. SodaStream and Aarke machines carbonate water only, and putting juice in them can damage the machine and void the warranty. Flavours go in after the fizz on water-only machines.
How long does a CO2 cylinder last?
A 60-litre cylinder carbonates up to 60 litres of water, depending on how fizzy you like it. For a household that drinks a litre a day, that is roughly two months per cylinder. How often you exchange it depends on your fizz level: a light fizz stretches a cylinder further than a sharp fizz.