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Eventhough SodaStreams have been around since 1903, they still get a big reaction. I first invested in one in 2018 and have used one nearly every day since then. In almost seven years of soda streaming, I've learned a lot. In fact, I've accidentally influenced all my family to buy their own models.

But while I largely think SodaStreams are a good investment, there are plenty of places where you might slip up and end up wasting money, and I speak from experience. They can easily become just one more piece of appliance clutter if you don't drink a lot of soda, so think about your purchase very carefully.

All the models are relatively inexpensive, especially right now, but choosing the right one will make all the difference. I've tested their basic, mid-range, and premium models. Here's everything you need to know.

In fact, the opposite happened. I used it every day and took the portable bottle with me to work. My family started using it and ended up building what is now a home bar around it. We make sparkling water, ginger beers, and lemonades with the syrups that you can buy. From a personal point of view, this has achieved everything that I hoped it would.

But it might not be right for you. If you drink soda every day, a SodaStream will help you cut costs and reduce your plastic waste. If you're not that bothered, it's not worth it. You'll use it a few times over the holidays and then forget you ever bought it.

The most simple SodaStream, the Gaia, is the first one I bought. If you're on the fence with fizz, it's the most appealing option, because it's only $70 and generally a good representation of all SodaStreams. You'll be able to use it easily and it won't take up much room.

Nearly six years after buying this, it's still working as if it's brand new. The plastic body, which felt a little cheap at first, hasn't scratched or worn, it only needs wiping down every so often to stop it from getting too grubby.

The mechanisms are simple. It tilts, you screw the reusable bottle in, and then depress the button between three and five times to achieve the suitable amount of sparkles in your drink. The screwing and unscrewing is a bit of a pain and has baffled a lot of guests, but you quickly become accustomed to it.

I have since donated my original Gaia to my parents, who love and use it regularly. The reason I don't have this anymore is because I began to feel that it was a little basic, boring, and cheap. The button and the machine is nice, but I saw some of SodaStream's other models and my eyes wandered. I regret not keeping this though, because, for the price difference, it's better than the Terra.

I use and love the Terra. It's a little taller and slimmer than the Gaia and also a little heavier. SodaStream introduced the QuickSnap Lock for this model, eliminating the annoying twist function, but that's all that's different.

I didn't like having the Gaia on display, even though it's sleek, it's still clutter. I feel the same about the Terra, so I tuck it into my cupboards after every use. I actually had to remove a shelf to fit this in, because it's so tall, but I would rather lose cupboard storage than clutter my countertops.

But while I like it, all things considered, this is probably the worst SodaStream to buy. It's more expensive than the Gaia and even if it feels a little more premium, it's not worth wasting extra money on marginal differences.

I mentioned that all my family has bought a SodaStream and this is the one we all love. My brother, who doesn't shy away from luxury, dived straight into the deep end of SodaStreams and bought the Art. If you don't mind spending more money and know you'll use this every day, this is where I would recommend you spend.

There's no fumbling to get this working, the lid snaps into position and then the machine is ready to go. It's the biggest of all the SodaStreams and is still manual, but the lever, rather than the flimsy button controls the fizzing. This is much more sensitive and feels much nicer to use.

If you want to, there's a more luxurious model, the E-Terra which electronically carbonates water. It's a similar size to the Art, except a little thinner. Whilst an automatic system sounds appealing, it's actually not that useful. The manual controls aren't laborious or complex, so opting for an automated model feels excessive. I think the Art is the peak before you get diminishing returns on price.

Both Ninja and Breville make alternative models to SodaStreams. I prefer SodaStreams to the Ninja models since they've got more thoughtful design features. However, the Breville InFizz Fusion has caused a stir in the market.

You have to add syrups to your water after you've carbonated water in the SodaStream. The InFizz can carbonate wine and juice straight from the bottle. It's also crafted with stainless steel, so feels more durable. It's a great, more premium option. You can find my full Breville InFizz review here.

Laura is our eCommerce editor. As a fully qualified barista, she's our expert in all things coffee and has tested over thirty of the best coffee makers on the market. She has also interviewed Q-Graders and world-leading experts in the coffee industry, so has an intimate knowledge of all things coffee. Before joining Homes & Gardens, she studied English at Oxford University. Whilst studying, she trained as a master perfumer and worked in the luxury fragrance industry for five years. Her collection of home fragrance is extensive and she's met and interviewed five of the world's finest perfumers (also known as 'noses'). As a result of this expansive fragrance knowledge, she always puts quality and style over quantity and fads. Laura looks for products which have been designed simply and with thoughtful finishes. "}), " -0-10/js/authorBio.js"); } else console.error('%c FTE ','background: #9306F9; color: #ffffff','no lazy slice hydration function available'); Laura HoneySocial Links NavigationeCommerce EditorLaura is our eCommerce editor. As a fully qualified barista, she's our expert in all things coffee and has tested over thirty of the best coffee makers on the market. She has also interviewed Q-Graders and world-leading experts in the coffee industry, so has an intimate knowledge of all things coffee. Before joining Homes & Gardens, she studied English at Oxford University. Whilst studying, she trained as a master perfumer and worked in the luxury fragrance industry for five years. Her collection of home fragrance is extensive and she's met and interviewed five of the world's finest perfumers (also known as 'noses'). As a result of this expansive fragrance knowledge, she always puts quality and style over quantity and fads. Laura looks for products which have been designed simply and with thoughtful finishes.

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