Neither SodaStream Source nor SodaStream Fizzi were recommended by experts this month
On 9 Apr 2024 (23 days ago) we went through 51 Soda Maker expert endorsements , however neither SodaStream Source nor SodaStream Fizzi were included in any of those recommendations. Since neither Soda Maker received a single endorsement, as far as expert recommendations go, it's technically a tie. We do, however, recommend taking a look at DrinkMate OmniFizz or other critically acclaimed Soda Makers of this month.
For reference, DrinkMate OmniFizz received 7 endorsements this month, from The Spruce Eats (17 Jan 2024), Insider (4 Mar 2023) TechGearLab (11 Jan 2024) and 4 others.
Curious to see this month's entire Soda Makers ranking? It's here
Customers like SodaStream Fizzi noticeably more
At ReviewFinder we prefer to focus on professional product reviews, because customer reviews can be disproportionately affected by unrelated factors such as delivery, specific seller listing problems, and, of course, fake reviews. With that said, below is the summary of consumer sentiment.
SodaStream Fizzi
CS of 10 is similar to a 4.8 star review, CS of 0 is similar to a 2 star review.
SodaStream Fizzi, the pricier option, tends to get more favorable reviews than SodaStream Source.
As can be seen in the chart above, median best-selling soda maker receives a consumer score of 7.8 (good). SodaStream Fizzi ranks higher than that and SodaStream Source ranks lower than that.
SodaStream Source | |
SodaStream Fizzi |
In comparison:
8.3 Great
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Median best-selling Soda Maker |
SodaStream Fizzi is more popular than SodaStream Source
It's fairly safe to say that SodaStream Fizzi is a more popular soda maker than SodaStream Source, based on its 9,000+ reviews. Popularity is determined based on product sales. Note that older and cheaper products tend to sell more.
To consider
Table: Top compared alternatives for SodaStream Source and Fizzi | |||||
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SodaStream One Touch | $130 |
In comparison:
8.7 Great
| 5 expert recommendations | Better Reviews | |
DrinkMate OmniFizz | $111 |
In comparison:
8.7 Great
| 7 expert recommendations | Better Reviews | |
Sparkel Beverage System | $150 | 3 expert recommendations | |||
iSi Soda Siphon | $100 | 2 expert recommendations | Cheaper |
Rank | Change | Price | Soda Maker | The Spruce Eats | Insider | Best Products | BestReviews | TechGearLab | BestCovery | Wirecutter | Reviewed | theuskitchen.com | Food & Wine |
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1 | - | $111 | DrinkMate OmniFizz | 1 | 2 | -
| - | 2 | - | 1 | 4 | 3 | 4 |
2 | - | $130 | SodaStream One Touch | 2 | 1 | 1 | - | - | - | - | 1 | 1 | - |
3 | - | $259 | Aarke Carbonator III | 3 | 3 | 6 | - | - | - | - | 3 | - | 3 |
4 | - | $69 | SodaStream Terra | - | - | 2 | 1 | - | - | - | 2 | - | - |
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Expert reviews [6]
- with a score: 1
- without a score: 5
Score distribution:
80-100 | |
60-80 | |
40-60 | |
20-40 | |
0-20 |
- This kit includes: (1) Source Sparkling Water Maker, (1) Mini CO2 Carbonator (makes up to 9L of sparkling water), (1) 1 Liter BPA-Free Reusable Source Carbonating Bottle, (1) 60 Liter mail-in rebate
- Features LED fizz indicator, Snap-lock bottle technology, and requires no electricity or batteries;Material: Plastic
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- Make fresh sparkling water at the push of a button.
- Includes: sparkling water maker, (2) 60L Co2 cylinders, (3) 1 liter BPA-free reusable carbonating bottles, and (2) 40 ml zero calorie fruit drops of Lime & Orange.
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SodaStream Source is a popular option in the middle of the soda makers price range. It's in the top 3 bestselling soda makers and has many popular alternatives in the same price range, such as DrinkMate Soda Maker or Drinkmate Carbonation .
SodaStream Source price is roughly the same as the price of an average soda maker ($109.99).
SodaStream Fizzi is a top selling option on the higher end of the price range. It's a #1 bestseller in soda makers category and has a couple of popular alternatives in the same price range, such as SodaStream One Touch or Ninja Thirsti System .
SodaStream Fizzi is $26 more expensive than the average soda maker ($109.99).