Comparison Summary
The Breville InFizz Fusion ranks first for households that want more than water because its FusionCap system is explicitly designed for juice, tea, cocktails, wine and re-fizzing soda. The main compromise is that its standard screw-type 60L CO2 cylinder is not included. For a ready-to-use sparkling-water and soda bundle, the SodaStream TERRA offers an especially complete starting package with two Quick Connect cylinders, three dishwasher-safe bottles and flavor drops. The E-TERRA adds automatic carbonation levels and the ART adds a lever-operated retro design. SodaStream’s E-Duo is the better fit when both glass and plastic serving matter, while the Fountain and Ninja Thirsti focus on direct drink customization rather than bottle-based carbonation. Mysoda’s Ruby 2 and Woody favor quiet, electricity-free operation with standard screw-in cylinders, but both require a separate cylinder. The Philips model is compact and straightforward, although its published dimensions differ between the listing and specification fields and its bottle compatibility is unusually specific.
Buying Guide
Sizing and Capacity
Counter space and serving capacity are separate decisions. Compact manual machines include the TERRA at 17 inches high and 5 inches wide, the E-TERRA at 16.8 inches high and 5 inches wide, the Ruby 2 at about 16.14 inches high and 5.63 inches wide, and the Woody at about 16.06 inches high and 5.12 inches wide. The ART is wider at 6.8 inches, while the Breville InFizz Fusion measures about 16.93 inches high by 6.02 inches wide.
The Fountain is a different class of countertop commitment: its published specifications list 20.39 inches high, 15.31 inches wide and 14.92 inches long. The Ninja measures 15.98 inches high, 8.14 inches wide and 13.13 inches long. The E-Duo specification field lists 15.43 inches high, 15.7 inches wide and 18.31 inches long. Measure beneath cabinets and around the machine, not only across the front edge. Bottle capacity also matters: most bottle-based picks use 1L formats, while the Ninja dispenses 12-ounce or 24-ounce servings and the Fountain provides two adjustable drink sizes.
Feature Tradeoffs
Manual and automatic controls serve different households. The TERRA and ART let users build carbonation by pressing or pulling repeatedly, which suits people who want direct control. The E-TERRA adds three automatic carbonation levels and a power adapter for more repeatable preparation. The Fountain and Ninja move further toward drink-service systems, adding water reservoirs, flavor controls and portion choices rather than relying only on a bottle.
The biggest capability difference is beverage scope. The Breville InFizz Fusion is explicitly listed for juice, tea, cocktails, wine and re-fizzing soda. Conventional SodaStream, Mysoda and Philips models are presented primarily for water followed by added flavor. The Fountain and Ninja are better matches for flavored drinks through their dedicated systems, but they introduce flavor-connect or flavor-pod considerations. A broader feature set is useful only if you will use it; for plain seltzer, a smaller manual machine may be easier to live with.
Best For, Avoid If
| Profile |
Recommended Product |
Why It Fits |
Avoid If |
| Creative home drink makers who carbonate juice, tea, cocktails or wine |
Breville InFizz Fusion (BCA800BSS) |
The FusionCap is specifically listed for those beverages and for re-fizzing soda, with accessories that support the broader format. |
You want a complete starter kit with an included CO2 cylinder or only plan to make plain sparkling water. |
| Daily sparkling-water drinkers who want a ready-to-use bundle |
SodaStream TERRA Value Bundle (1102906010) |
It includes two Quick Connect 60L cylinders, three dishwasher-safe bottles and flavor drops. |
You already stock standard screw-in cylinders or prefer automatic carbonation presets. |
| Households that value one-touch repeatability |
SodaStream E-TERRA (1103101010) |
Three automatic carbonation levels, two cylinders and three bottles make it well suited to repeated use. |
You need an electricity-free machine for a counter without a nearby outlet. |
| Hosts who want direct-to-glass flavored drinks |
SodaStream FOUNTAIN (1018810011) |
The Fountain combines a water tank, flavor-connect caps, adjustable fizz, still drinks and two drink sizes. |
Your counter is narrow or you prefer preparing a bottle for later refrigeration. |
| Design-conscious users who want quiet, manual carbonation |
Mysoda Ruby 2 |
The Ruby 2 uses a common screw-in cylinder format, includes a 1L bottle and is presented as electricity-free with a quiet mechanism. |
You need an included CO2 cylinder or a multi-bottle starter bundle. |
Key Specs to Compare
Start with the CO2 connection. SodaStream TERRA, ART, E-TERRA, E-Duo and Fountain products use SodaStream Quick Connect cylinders. The Breville, Philips and Mysoda products use standard screw-in formats, and their listings describe cylinder availability differently. The TERRA includes two 60L cylinders; the E-TERRA includes two cylinders; the ART includes two 60L cylinders; the E-Duo and Fountain include one 60L cylinder; the Breville, Philips, Ruby 2 and Woody do not include a cylinder. The Ninja includes a 60L cylinder.
Next, compare bottles and serving method. TERRA, ART and E-TERRA list dishwasher-safe BPA-free bottles. E-Duo combines a 1L glass bottle with a plastic bottle. Breville includes a 1L bottle plus a FusionCap for broader beverages. Fountain and Ninja emphasize dispensing and drink-size control rather than storing a carbonated bottle. Confirm replacement-bottle compatibility before buying, especially for the Philips model and the E-Duo’s stated glass-carafe exclusion.
Setup and Handling Considerations
The simplest routine is fill the compatible bottle, attach it correctly, carbonate and add flavor when the product is designed for post-carbonation flavoring. TERRA uses a snap-in bottle and Quick Connect cylinder. ART adds a lever, while the E-TERRA uses automatic presets and an included AC adapter. Ruby 2, Woody and Philips are electricity-free manual formats, which can suit counters without a convenient outlet.
Breville requires a different approach because its FusionCap is intended for several beverages beyond water. The included funnel and sieve support that broader setup. Fountain uses a removable water tank and flavor-connect caps for direct serving, while Ninja uses its reservoir and measured drink sizes. These systems are better for serving customized drinks directly, but bottle-based machines are more natural when you want to chill and store a batch.
Maintenance and Longevity
Bottle care and consumable compatibility shape long-term convenience. TERRA, ART and E-TERRA specifically list dishwasher-safe bottles, reducing the need for hand washing those included bottles. Breville includes a cleaning brush, funnel and sieve, and its magnetic drip tray is removable. Fountain and Ninja add reservoirs or flavor components, so buyers should follow the product documentation for cleaning those parts and confirm how replacement flavor components are handled.
Construction details can also guide a durability-minded choice. Breville lists a stainless steel body and die-cast lever. Mysoda describes a scratch-resistant coating on the Ruby 2 and a renewable-based wood-composite body on the Woody. SodaStream describes the TERRA and ART as built for daily use. These are useful construction and ownership signals, but they do not make every machine interchangeable: bottle fit, cylinder fit and the availability of replacement consumables remain just as important.
Reliability Signals
A clear compatibility path is one of the strongest practical reliability signals in this category. SodaStream’s Quick Connect system is consistent across the TERRA, ART, E-TERRA, E-Duo and Fountain, while Breville, Philips and Mysoda use screw-in formats. Buying the wrong cylinder type can stop a new machine from being usable, so the connection name should be checked before purchase.
Included equipment is another signal of how much ownership begins on day one. The TERRA and E-TERRA provide two cylinders and multiple bottles. Breville provides specialized beverage accessories but no cylinder. Ruby 2 and Woody provide a bottle but no cylinder. Philips includes one bottle but restricts compatibility to specified Quick Twist bottles. The exact model number matters more than a broad brand name because the bottle, cylinder and serving format can change between products.
How to Compare Reviews
When reading published reviews, match every comment to the exact model and kit. A TERRA review should be checked against the TERRA’s Quick Connect cylinder and three-bottle bundle, not assumed to describe the ART lever or E-TERRA presets. For the E-TERRA, look for comments about automatic-level convenience and outlet placement. For the Breville, prioritize experiences that identify the FusionCap and the specific beverage being carbonated; water-only observations do not answer whether the broader capability suits you.
For Fountain and Ninja, look for details about direct dispensing, serving sizes, reservoir handling and flavor components. For Philips, verify that comments refer to ADD4902WHOQ/37 and its Quick Twist bottle compatibility. For Ruby 2 and Woody, focus on the standard screw-in cylinder, manual operation and quiet-use expectations. Reviews are most useful when they explain the use case, included kit and replacement parts rather than merely repeating a general impression of the brand.
Common Mistakes
• Buying a Quick Connect machine while already owning only screw-in cylinders, or doing the reverse. Check the exact connection system before ordering replacement CO2.
• Assuming every bundle includes a cylinder. Breville, Philips, Ruby 2 and Woody list the machine and bottle but not an included cylinder; the Breville also requires a standard screw-type 60L canister.
• Treating all bottle formats as interchangeable. The Philips listing names specific compatible bottles, and the E-Duo listing excludes the SodaStream glass carafe.
• Choosing a direct-dispense system when you mainly want a chilled bottle ready in the refrigerator, or choosing a bottle machine when you want measured flavored servings for guests.
• Ignoring counter height and width. The Fountain is substantially larger than the compact manual machines, and the Philips listing contains conflicting published dimension sets that should be verified before purchase.
• Assuming every carbonator should handle juice, tea, wine or cocktails. That broader use is specifically documented for the Breville InFizz Fusion and should not be generalized to water-focused machines.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which home soda maker is best if I want to carbonate more than water?
The Breville InFizz Fusion is the clearest choice because its FusionCap is specifically listed for juice, tea, cocktails, wine and re-fizzing soda. Most other picks are primarily water-first machines with flavor added afterward or dedicated flavor systems.
Which option has the most useful starter contents?
The SodaStream TERRA Value Bundle is the strongest all-around starting package, with two Quick Connect 60L cylinders, three dishwasher-safe bottles and two bubly flavor drops. The E-TERRA offers a similar accessory advantage with automatic carbonation levels.
Do these machines use the same CO2 cylinders?
No. SodaStream TERRA, ART, E-TERRA, E-Duo and Fountain use SodaStream Quick Connect cylinders. Breville, Philips and Mysoda use screw-in formats. Check the exact model and cylinder connection before buying refills.
Should I choose a bottle-based machine or a direct-dispense system?
Choose a bottle-based model if you want to chill sparkling water or prepare a batch for later. Choose the SodaStream Fountain or Ninja Thirsti if you prefer measured, customized drinks dispensed for immediate serving.
Final Recommendation
The Breville InFizz Fusion (BCA800BSS) is the best home soda maker here for buyers who want the widest documented beverage use, including juice, tea, cocktails, wine and re-fizzing soda. Its main compromise is the separate purchase of a standard screw-type 60L CO2 cylinder. If your priority is everyday sparkling water with the most complete included starter equipment, choose the SodaStream TERRA Value Bundle (1102906010) instead; it is the better alternative for households that value two cylinders, three dishwasher-safe bottles and simple manual carbonation over broader beverage compatibility.
