Soda maker machines rely on CO2 cartridges, which have a limited lifespan based on usage and capacity. So, the more you use your soda maker, the quicker the CO2 will deplete and need to be replaced.

Some machines require more effort or pumps than others. Ease of use: A good soda maker should be straightforward to operate and set up.

It quietly launched last August, but I only stumbled across it recently. SodaStream has always been the go‑to name for soda ...