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Carbonation
Many machines allow you to choose how much carbonation you add to the water.
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Ease of use
Every machine on our list is easy to set up and use, according to reviewers.
The options weve found have CO2 cylinders that are simple to change, with straightforward buttons and tweaks.
However, some devices (like theNinja Thirsti) have many features and are a little more complicated.
Maintenance
Most of the machines on our list dont require much maintenance.
Its also a good idea to wipe down the outside of your machine regularly to keep it dust-free.
Something else to consider: How youll keep extra CO2 cylinders on hand.
Size
Sparkling water makers tend to be pretty slim, compared toother kitchen appliances.
But if youre really tight on counter space, confirm you get one with a small footprint.
One reason for that: Its pretty low-techit doesnt even plug into an outlet.
But it might be your choice if you want to add carbonation to beverages other than water.
Would it be weird if I kept this in my room?
Our take: not weird at all.
Its much less cumbersome than a full-sized sparkling water machine, SELFs commerce director says.
It also has a really cool, easy system for getting refill cartridges.
Even so, we think its a great starter option if youre just getting into drinking fizzy water.
It’s basically a functional work of art, one Amazon shopper says.
William Sonoma reviewers say the setup process is straightforward, and the machine provides consistent carbonation.
Instead, it uses proprietarycarbonator sachets(a.k.a.
packets that generate CO2 gas naturally when mixed with water).
First, you pour a carbonator packet into the Sparkel, then choose from five different fizz levels.
