Best Soda Makers October 2026
Sparkling water makers let you carbonate tap water at home while reducing single-use plastic waste. Our independent ranking compares leading models on build quality, bottle compatibility, and overall value. Use this overview to find the soda maker that best fits your kitchen counter and sparkling water habits.
Last updated: 1 October 2026
Aarke Carbonator Pro climbed 1 position
Soda Makers: Top 5
1
Aarke Carbonator III
from £143.005 stores
from £143.00
5 stores
2
SodaStream Duo (incl. Carbonator)
from £109.996 stores
from £109.99
6 stores
3
Aarke Carbonator Pro
from £219.004 stores
1
from £219.00
4 stores
4
SMEG SKC01 0,8L
from £128.809 stores
from £128.80
9 stores
5
SodaStream Art (incl. Carbonator)
from £74.996 stores
from £74.99
6 stores
The Aarke Carbonator III features a sleek stainless steel enclosure with a precision lever for controlled carbonation. Its cordless, slim design fits neatly onto crowded kitchen counters while delivering consistent fizz. It uses standard screw-in carbonator cylinders and comes with a matching PET bottle.
Pros
Stainless steel exterior finish
Wide variety of colour finishes
Compact countertop footprint
Cons
Gas cartridge not included
Requires screwing in bottles
The SodaStream Duo provides maximum flexibility by supporting both dishwasher-safe glass carafes and reusable plastic bottles. Its enclosed carbonation chamber keeps bottle handling safe and clean. It arrives complete with two bottles and a Quick Connect carbonator cylinder.
Pros
Includes carbonator cylinder
Includes two bottles
Works with glass and plastic bottles
Cons
Proprietary Quick Connect gas needed
Heavier at 4.3 kg
The Aarke Carbonator Pro is a premium sparkling water maker designed specifically for dedicated glass bottle carbonation. Its push-down metal cover encloses the bottle during carbonation for safety and effortless operation. Built from durable stainless steel, it stands out with refined styling and sturdy construction.
Pros
Uses dishwasher-safe glass bottles
Premium stainless steel construction
Smooth one-handed operation
Cons
Tall 510 mm height requires clearance
Gas cylinder sold separately
The SMEG SKC01 brings the brand's iconic mid-century aesthetic to the countertop sparkling water category. Its narrow 135 mm footprint fits easily into compact kitchens while offering simple manual carbonation. It comes in signature retro finishes with a dedicated 0.8-litre bottle.
Pros
Slim 135 mm wide profile
Signature retro styling
Available in multiple colors
Cons
Gas cartridge not included
Comes with only one bottle
The SodaStream Art features a tactile side lever that allows you to easily customize your carbonation level with distinct pulls. It includes a dishwasher-safe bottle and a Quick Connect CO2 cylinder for fast setup. Its design blends vintage accents with user-friendly snap-lock bottle insertion.
Pros
Includes carbonator cylinder
Mechanical lever for easy dosing
Dishwasher-safe bottle included
Cons
Requires Quick Connect cylinders
Mostly plastic body components
Compare specifications
| Carbonator included | No | Yes | No | No | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Number of bottles | 1 pc. | 2 pc. | 1 pc. | 1 pc. | 1 pc. |
| Colour/material | White, Stainless steel/chrome, Black, Silver, Aluminum, Grey, Blue, Beige, Yellow, Brown | White, Stainless steel/chrome, Black, Grey, Titanium | Stainless steel/chrome, Black, Silver, Grey | White, Black, Green, Blue | White, Stainless steel/chrome, Black, Silver, Green, Blue, Red |
How we create the list
The ranking is updated monthly and is based on data we collect from our own platform. Products that rank highly are popular among our users while also maintaining high quality according to editorial expert assessments. Specifically, we weigh how many users follow the product via price alerts or lists, how it is rated by experts and users, as well as how much traffic it generates to stores and how well it is represented in retail. The texts on this page are AI-generated and created to give you a quick and clear overview. No products are paid placements – the ranking is driven solely by data.
