TWENTY39qarbo 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!

UPDATEWe 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.

Unlike a sodastream, this is actually rated to work with juice. I Frequently use it to make Sparkling grape, and apple juice. It works really well. My only complaint is the same complaint I have with the soda stream. They really need to make the bottles dishwasher safe. I hate having to hand wash things. The bottles are not super hard to clean, as long as you dont let them sit around (juice gets really sticky if you let it sit) and I feel a guilty pleasure opening my fridge and seeing a line of science-y looking tubes on a shelf. You can still make your soda's if you want (I was always terrible at it) but the option to make sparking juice is where this really shines through.