September 2023
Soda Makers: MetaRanking
This page highlights the aggregate summary of soda makers rankings posted by key online experts, as of September 2023.
Summary
On 6 Sep 2023, ReviewFinder team examined a total of 54 soda maker endorsements from 10 reputable publishers.
23 soda makers were endorsed in total, only 13 made it into this month's ranking. (ReviewFinder requires a minimum of 2 endorsements to be included)
As of 6 Sep 2023, SodaStream One Touch takes the cake as the most critically-acclaimed soda maker with 7 expert endorsements. 5 experts out of 7 recommended it as the '#1 soda maker' this month.
Brand breakdown
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Sodastream: 6 soda makers
(#1 is SodaStream One Touch)
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Aarke: 2 soda makers
(#1 is Aarke Carbonator III)
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iDrink: 1 soda makers
(#1 is DrinkMate OmniFizz)
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iSi: 1 soda makers
(#1 is iSi Timeless Classic)
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UiiSii: 1 soda makers
(#1 is iSi Soda Siphon)
Price breakdown
At a glance - September Ranking
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Food & Wine
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BestReviews
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Insider
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Reviewed
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Wirecutter
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BestCovery
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TechGearLab
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Best Products
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theuskitchen.com
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The Spruce Eats
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SodaStream One Touch
The SodaStream One Touch is a highly praised and user-friendly soda maker that provides consistent carbonation results, making it ideal for frequent carbonated beverage enthusiasts.
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DrinkMate OmniFizz
The DrinkMate OmniFizz is a user-friendly and convenient soda maker that offers a mess-free carbonation process, but potential concerns about bottle quality and long-term durability should be considered.
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Aarke Carbonator III
The Aarke Carbonator III is a highly praised soda maker that is easy to use, stylishly designed, and built to last, making it a versatile and durable option for carbonating water.
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SodaStream Terra
The SodaStream Terra is a user-friendly and straightforward manual soda maker, praised for its quick setup, intuitive operation, and easy maintenance, although some reviewers have expressed concerns about its durability.
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iSi Timeless Classic
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Sodastream Art
The Sodastream Art Soda Maker is highly praised for its ease of use, convenience, and durability, making it a reliable option for those who want to carbonate their own water at home.
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iSi Soda Siphon
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Sparkel Beverage System
The Sparkel Beverage System is a highly praised, user-friendly and convenient option for easily creating sparkling beverages at home.
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Sodastream Fountain Jet
The Sodastream Fountain Jet is a user-friendly and convenient soda maker that allows individuals to easily make their own sparkling water and soda at home, offering a cost-effective and environmentally friendly alternative to purchasing soda.
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Philips GoZero
The Philips GoZero Soda Maker is a user-friendly and easy-to-use manual soda maker that does not require electricity, making it a convenient and eco-friendly option for individuals or families who frequently consume carbonated beverages.
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Aarke Carbonator II
The Aarke Carbonator II is a highly praised and durable soda maker that is easy to use and maintain, making it a popular choice for carbonation enthusiasts.
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SodaStream Aqua Fizz
The SodaStream Aqua Fizz is a user-friendly and efficient soda maker that is praised for its ease of use, durability, and compatibility with glass bottles.
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My Soda Woody
The My Soda Woody Soda Maker is a user-friendly and durable option for making custom soda at home, featuring a simple carbonation process, sleek design, and compatibility with standard CO2 cylinders.
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We ranked SodaStream One Touch #1 in September 2023 because:
- 7 independent experts mentioned it in their “best soda makers” rankings.
- Out of those, 5 experts ranked SodaStream One Touch as #1.
Food & Wine
Best Overall
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It features three carbonation levels (small, medium, or large) and performed best in our tests.
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It's not wireless, so you'll need to be near an outlet for use.
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Insider
Best overall
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Select from three levels of carbonation, automatically carbonates to the proper level, no guesswork
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Must be plugged in, only carbonates water, bottles not dishwasher safe
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TechGearLab
Slim Design and Simple Operation
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Slim design
Easy to use
Good carbonation
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Not versatile
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Best Products
Easiest to Use
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Prevents over-carbonation and spills
Has 3 carbonation levels
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Needs to be plugged in
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theuskitchen.com
The Best Choice
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Sleek compact design
A complete bundle
Two CO2 cylinders included
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CO2 doesn’t last as long as advertised
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The Spruce Eats
Runner-Up, Best Overall
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Easy to clean
Very even carbonation
Three carbonation levels
Includes full-size CO2 cartridge
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Needs to be plugged in
Large countertop footprint
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We ranked DrinkMate OmniFizz #2 in September 2023 because:
- 7 independent experts mentioned it in their “best soda makers” rankings.
- Out of those, 2 experts ranked DrinkMate OmniFizz as #1.
Food & Wine
Most Versatile
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This tool can be used to carbonate almost any drink, including wine and juices.
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It foams up a lot while using, so it can get a little messy.
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Insider
Best for flavored sodas
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Can carbonate a variety of liquids, one charge produces excellent fizz, doesn't need electricity
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May overflow when carbonating liquids that aren't water, bottles not dishwasher safe
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TechGearLab
Best Budget Model for Flavored Drinks
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Versatile
Slim design
Good carbonation
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Complicated carbonator cap
Only comes with one water bottle
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theuskitchen.com
Budget-Friendly Choice
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Makes any sparkling beverage, not just water
Smart and stylish design
Easy to use
Powered by a CO2 cylinder
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The CO2 cylinders don’t come included
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The Spruce Eats
Best Overall
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Carbonates any beverage beautifully
Sleek design
Compatible with any brand’s carbonation cartridges
No batteries or electricity needed
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Some leaking if not careful removing bottle
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Methodology: combine opinions of key experts
Identify Experts
We identify key publishers and experts that consistently review and recommend soda makers.
Capture Rankings
For each publisher we find a currently recommended "top 10" list of soda makers, it must be updated in the last 9 months.
Aggregate Rankings
We put all those lists together and aggregate them. The more frequently a product is recommended, the higher it is in our ranking
Experts chosen for September 2023 ranking
Food & Wine
BestReviews
Insider
Reviewed
Wirecutter
BestCovery
TechGearLab
Best Products
theuskitchen.com
The Spruce Eats
We ranked Aarke Carbonator III #3 in September 2023 because:
- 5 independent experts mentioned it in their “best soda makers” rankings.
Food & Wine
Best Splurge
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This cordless model is sleek, compact, and produces strong carbonation.
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Given the cost, we were disappointed that the CO2 cylinder wasn’t included.
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Insider
Best upgrade soda maker
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Sleek design, simple carbonation mechanism, doesn't need electricity, doesn't take up much space
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No CO2 canister included with purchase, multiple charges needed to get high levels of carbonation, only carbonates water, bottles not dishwasher safe
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Reviewed
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Sleek retro design
Works with SodaStream cylinders
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A little pricey
Scratches easily
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Best Products
Luxe Looks
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Expensive-looking aesthetics
Easy to use
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Extremely pricey
Doesn't come with CO2 tank
Bottle is plastic
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The Spruce Eats
Best Splurge
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Stylish design
Minimal countertop footprint
Many finish options
Cordless design
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Tedious cartridge loading
Only plastic bottles available
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We ranked SodaStream Terra #4 in September 2023 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best soda makers” rankings.
- Out of those, 1 expert ranked SodaStream Terra as #1.
BestReviews
Best of the Best
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Bundle includes sparkling water machine, two Co2 bottles, three 1-liter BPA free bottles, and bubly drops flavoring.
Easy to use operation, and control level of frizz to preference.
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You have to buy SodaStream specific Co2 bottles, making accessibility in a pinch difficult.
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Best Products
Best Budget
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Doesn't require a power source
Customizable carbonation levels
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Uses proprietary CO2 canisters
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We ranked iSi Timeless Classic #5 in September 2023 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best soda makers” rankings.
Food & Wine
Best Classic
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This vintage-inspired soda maker features a nicely-design spout perfect for pouring cocktails.
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It takes some time to get the hang of it.
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BestReviews
Best Bang for the Buck
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Features include a pouring spout that eliminates drips, a charging holder, measuring tube, and BPA-free plastic bottle.
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The bottle, made of plastic, is not as nice as expected.
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We ranked Sodastream Art #6 in September 2023 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best soda makers” rankings.
BestReviews
Best for Everyday Use
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Easy to operate and leaves enough customization for users to carbonate the beverage to their preferences. Slim design for easy storage. Stylish, so blends in well with kitchen appliances. Compatible with all Sodastream flavors.
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Not compatible with other beverages, so can get pricey quickly.
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The Spruce Eats
Best Ease of Use
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Easy bottle installation
Lasting carbonation
Infinite bubble control
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Only carbonates water
Quick connect bottles are fairly new
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We ranked iSi Soda Siphon #7 in September 2023 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best soda makers” rankings.
TechGearLab
Excellent and Portable
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Durable
Food-safe stainless steel
Versatile
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Cannot control carbonation level
Single serving
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theuskitchen.com
Best Handheld Soda Maker
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Compact and portable
Non-slip silicone grip
Ergonomic charger holder
Measuring tube prevents overfilling
Not expensive
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Instructions are not clear
CO2 cartridges are not included
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The Spruce Eats
Best Traditional Siphon
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Sleek design
No batteries or electricity needed
Portable
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Time-consuming to assemble and use
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We ranked Sparkel Beverage System #8 in September 2023 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best soda makers” rankings.
Insider
Best soda maker with no CO2 canister
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No CO2 canister needed, dishwasher safe bottle, can infuse sodas with solid ingredients, can carbonate any liquid
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Much more complicated process than other soda makers, bottle is smaller in capacity than other soda makers, takes much longer to carbonate than other soda makers
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TechGearLab
Good Electric Option
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Versatile
No CO2 canisters
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Longer process
A little messy
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Best Products
Best Tankless Soda Maker
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Bright color options
Carbonation tablets are easy to find on Amazon
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More expensive over time
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We ranked Sodastream Fountain Jet #9 in September 2023 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best soda makers” rankings.
TechGearLab
Best Bang for the Buck
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Good price
Good carbonation
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Difficult to connect bottle
Not versatile
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theuskitchen.com
Not To Be Missed
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A complete set
Runs on CO2 cylinders
Compact design
Easy to use
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It can only be used with the bottle that comes included
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We ranked Philips GoZero #10 in September 2023 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best soda makers” rankings.
BestReviews
Stylish Choice
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Works with common 60-liter screw-in carbonator cartridges.
Attractive design looks good on the countertop.
Comes with a 1-liter PET bottle and cap.
Needs no electricity to carbonate. Push-button operation.
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Comes with only 1 bottle.
Bottle is handwash only.
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We ranked Aarke Carbonator II #11 in September 2023 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best soda makers” rankings.
TechGearLab
Great Stainless Steel Model
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Stainless steel construction
Durable
Modern, slim design
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Not versatile
Expensive
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theuskitchen.com
The High-End Pick
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Durable steel construction
Sleek, modern design
Doesn’t require electricity or batteries
Comes with a good-quality PET bottle
Easy to use
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It’s expensive, especially considering you have to buy some parts separately
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We ranked SodaStream Aqua Fizz #12 in September 2023 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best soda makers” rankings.
Best Products
A Dishwasher-Safe Pick
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Sleek design
Two glass bottles are included
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Only carbonates water
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We ranked My Soda Woody #13 in September 2023 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best soda makers” rankings.
Food & Wine
Best Design
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This model features a lovely design that’s also environmentally friendly, and it produced refreshing results.
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The start button might be a bit difficult to maneuver, and it’s not dishwasher-safe.
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The Spruce Eats
Best Design
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Made from sustainable materials
Easy to set up and use
Consistently great carbonation performance
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Does not come with CO2 cylinder
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