qarbo CLASSIC Sparkling Water Maker Machine - Soda Beverage Carbonator for Home, Seltzer & Carbonated Beverage Dispenser, Water Carbonation Fizz Maker (Matte Black)

This is my 2nd soda machine and WOW, it is a big step up from the standard style, and a much better bargain, too. I highly recommend it if you are looking for a system that allows you to heavily carbonated sugary beverages. That is the #1 advantage of this system. It is just as easy to use though the steps are different. Be advised, there is an o ring that needs to be installed before attaching the co2 tank. The instructions make no mention of it. I thought it was defective because gas spewed everywhere after attaching the tank. It wasn't until I was repacking it that I notice a 2nd cap squeezed deep into the packing materials with a tiny package with the o ring inside. I had already requested a replacement and now I have to return the 2nd because Amazon was amazingly fast at sending another. The bottles are tall and thin, so I store them on their sides. The shape makes heavy carbonation easier and the caps seal tightly, so they don't leak. This is not a negative if what you want is a lot of carbonation. The steps are different too. First, add the flavoring, then chilled water, attach the injector cap, and then inject the co2. The instructions suggest pushing the button for 2 to 3 seconds up to 3 times until the level is to your liking. I have found that 1, 3 second burst is enough but have tried a 2nd burst. It was overkill for my taste. Once you have achieved the desired amount of carbonation and removed the bottle from the machine, it is recommended that you tip the bottle from side to side to absorb more of the co2 and to mix the syrup or flavorings added. There will be significant frothing in sugary drinks. Before you can remove the injector cap, you need to give the beverage a few seconds to settle. Then release the excess gas by turning the cap 1st to the slow-release setting then to the faster setting. (Again, this takes seconds). And finally, you remove the injector cap and replace it with the sealed cap provided to store the drink. Sure, you will lose a small amount of carbonation in this process but whatever the loss, it is slight compared to adding flavorings after carbonating the water. And that is it. You now have 2.4, 12 oz servings of soda. The injector is cleaned by simply immersing it in plain warm water for a few minutes then allowing it to air dry. I recommend purchasing an extra injector if you are going to make several different flavors. That way you always have a clean and dry injector for use. Look for the package deal offered. Mine came with 3 injectors & 4 bottles. The bottles store fine on their side and will keep it carbonated for at least 24 hours. If it does go flat, you can carbonate it again. I highly recommend this machine for soda lovers. It is a bonus that it is attractive. I got the bronze color, and it is true that the machine is a deep bronze color while the trim on the bottles is more of a rose gold that compliments the machine. The coordinated colors are beautiful. PS. If anyone has a good cola syrup recipe, I would appreciate it if you could share it with me :)

The Twenty39 Qarbo CLASSIC has completely transformed my hydration routine! Its sleek and lightweight design fits perfectly in my kitchen, and the ease of use is unmatched. I love how I can infuse fresh fruit flavors directly into the bottle—goodbye, boring plain water! The carbonation system is efficient, and the two-stage pressure release valve ensures no loss of fizz, even with syrups or fruit infusions. What sets this apart is the attention to detail: the wide-mouth bottles make it easy to add ingredients, and the measurements on the bottles help me get the perfect mix every time. It's not just a soda maker; it's a tool for creativity and healthier living. Highly recommend this to anyone looking to elevate their beverage game. Worth every penny!

We really like this - makes great soda water. Look nicer on counter than Soda Stream and takes up less space. Bottles are easy to keep clean. Can add fruit and other things to flavor water. Wish the bottles were glass to get away from plastic. Benn using for a year now and would recommend.

I love this product. We had a soda stream many time with “love for short period - then bored” type experience. This product is different. I love the shape of the bottle ( reminds me of Voss water bottles which I love), they are easier to clean as well than regularly shaped bottle. I am absolutely CRAZY about the ability to add fruit etc to your sparkling water without the need to add any type of artificial flavor drops. Kids also added the regular soda mixes (from soda stream) like coke, root beer, and my tonic water :))) with a success. The down side - it is a bit spendy considering it comes without the Co 2 tank and also feels like a bit cheap plastic. - none of the less looks very slick on the counter and does not take much space at all! Would by it again.

I really like how easy it is to use and the quality of the bubbles. They last a long time in the sealed bottles. I love how it had a separate carbonation cap. This makes this unit sanitary and easy to keep clean. And I absolutely love the footprint and design. Sleek, shiny and impressive. Now here are the "buts"... as the design is very attractive, it need more weight to it. It seems very easy to knock over and It's a little awkward. It seems like the plastic in it's construction needs to be thicker as well. Omg the bottles. The size is ridiculous and makes no sense. They're just weird and compliment the awkwardness of the machine itself. I'm keeping the unit due to my sodastream falling and breaking. It is nice to be able to carbonate flavored and infused water where the aforementioned brand advised not to do so. Keep shopping y'all!

UPDATE We got the CO2 cartridges and have made about 15 litters of bubbly water. Unit is performing well. We went to the maximum suggested 3X a 1-2 second press on the valve release. This gave us a sparkling water that was very carbonated and mimicked a local grocery chain’s product, which we love. So far, so good. And satisfied, here. My earlier review is below, if interested. ******** I’ll return and post a more detailed review, when the CO2 cartridges arrive and the unit is put through its paces. CONS: At first wash, though, I was amazed at: 1) How lightweight and thin most of the plastic is. In fact, when I picked up the packaging—a carton—I thought the manufacturer must have left the unit out. Everything, today, is plastic, but this product seems particularly light in weight, for the price charged. 2) Because the plastic is so light, the chrome/plastic finish seems even cheaper looking when handling the unit. 3) The two container “jars” are extremely tall/thin, as pictured. We have fridge shelf space for something that tall, but with no wide base on the bottom of the plastic container to stabilize it, I can see that this plastic jar will easily turn over in the fridge. I suspect, if we like the carbonated water, we’ll descant it into another, more user-friendly container. However, I wonder how much “fizz” will be lost in needing this extra process. And this need defeats the purpose of having an extra jar that came with the unit. PROS: 1) Because of the thin/tall design, the unit doesn’t have a large footprint for storage on a shelf, if you have a shelf that can handle the height. 2) VERY simple to use and straightforward, it seems. 3) Because it is so lightweight (and, I fear, more prone to cracking), the company uses volumes of foam, cardboard, and general packing material. This is good, as the unit was flawless, when opened, but, then, you have LOTS to recycle, too, so .. . . . More later.

As far as good goes, this thing looks cool. That's it. The product is riddled with problems: - LEAKS CO2 - If you tighten the CO2 cartridge all the way when assembling then the nozzle will press down slightly on the cartridge resulting in a very slow leak. YOU HAVE TO tighten the cartridge all the way then untighten it about 1/4 of a twist or else you'll leak all your CO2. - PAIN TO CLEAN - Good luck finding a brush for this thing. The length of the container makes finding a brush near impossible. DONT TRUST the recommended products. I bought one of the longer bottle cleaners recommended with this and it was still too SHORT. The opening to this thing is like half the size of a Pringles can, so if you can't comfortably stick your hand in those you're screwed. - TERRIBLE TO GO WATER BOTTLE - You HAVE to drink fromthis with a separate cup. The opening is not well designed to drink from directly and the length of the tube let's the water pick up a lot of speed if you tilt it too fast. This bottle gave me a drinking problem.

Coming from someone who has drank sparkling water way before it became a thing in the US, I tell you this is the best carbonato money can buy. We owned a Samsung Chef Series refrigerator that made sparkly water, then a Soda Stream, etc, this carbonator beats the competition and here is why: - Slick Design that makes it blend and visually disappear amongst kitchen decor - super easy no-brainer system allows cartridge installation virtually seconds and effortless - bottles are elegant and look similar to Voss or other “gassed up” European sleek design bottles - carbonation is quick and effective - infused water flavor like no other - easy to use repeatedly with multiple bottles at trice the speed of SodaStream. We have a fridge with the beverage center that keeps a pitcher filled with filtered cold water at all times, with this system we can drink all the sparkly water we wish without having to wait more than a few seconds. I am not a paid reviewer but recommend this system if you are looking to have a fast way to create cool beverages and sparkly without crowding your countertop with an ugly clunky looking carbonator.