Buyer Guides and Technical Notes
How Does a Soda Machine Work?
By Helen Ho · OEM Consultant at Cheersoda A home soda machine carbonates water by forcing food-grade CO2 from a refillable cylinder into a sealed, pressure-rated bottle of cold water. Under pressure the gas dissolves into the water and forms carbonic acid — that is the fizz. Press a lever or button a few times […]
Soda Water vs Sparkling Water: What Is the Difference?
By Helen Ho · OEM Consultant at Cheersoda Soda water and sparkling water are both plain water carbonated with CO2. In most markets the two names describe the same drink, and the difference is naming habit, not the product: “soda water” is the everyday term in the UK, Australia and much of Asia, while “sparkling […]
OEM vs ODM: Which Model Fits Your Soda Maker Project?
By Helen Ho · OEM Consultant at Cheersoda When sourcing soda makers from a manufacturer, one of the first decisions you’ll face is whether to go OEM or ODM. The choice affects everything downstream: your development timeline, unit cost, minimum order quantity, and who owns the product design. Get it wrong, and you either overpay […]
Top 10 Soda Maker Brands in the UK (2026)
By Helen Ho · OEM Consultant at Cheersoda How We Selected and Ranked the Brands This ranking is based on public UK retail visibility (Currys, John Lewis, Argos, Amazon UK, brand DTC stores), product differentiation, and relevance to B2B readers evaluating the UK market. It is not based on sales data, and no placement was […]
A Buyer’s Guide to SodaStream Alternatives for OEM Soda Maker Projects
By Helen Ho · OEM Consultant at Cheersoda If you distribute home appliances or run a private label beverage brand, you have probably asked this question at some point: is there a dependable SodaStream alternative we can build our own line on? Not a retail clone, not a grey-market lookalike — a legitimate OEM platform […]
Top 10 Soda Maker Brands in the USA in 2026
By Helen Ho · OEM Consultant at Cheersoda USA MARKET GUIDE · 2026 The US soda maker market includes mass-market sparkling-water brands, premium countertop appliance companies, versatile beverage carbonators and factory-direct OEM suppliers. This guide compares ten visible brands and suppliers by product focus, market role and suitability for buyers evaluating a home carbonation line. […]
Stainless Steel vs Plastic Soda Maker: OEM Buyer Guide
By Helen Ho · OEM Consultant at Cheersoda Material Comparison OEM Buyer Guide Quick Answer When initiating a new project, material selection is a foundational step. Stainless steel soda makers are generally more suitable when a project prioritizes a premium appearance, long-term surface durability, and stronger brand positioning. Plastic soda makers may be more suitable […]
G720 vs G15 Soda Maker: OEM Configuration Comparison
By Helen Ho · OEM Consultant at Cheersoda G720 vs G15 Soda Maker: Which Model Fits Your OEM Project? | Cheersoda Model Comparison / OEM Buyer Guide Quick answer: Choose the G720 soda maker when your project needs a more established configuration for standard product evaluation and distributor sourcing. Consider the G15 soda maker when […]
G720 vs G830 Soda Maker: Which Configuration Fits Your Project?
By Helen Ho · OEM Consultant at Cheersoda G720 vs G830 Soda Maker | Model Comparison for OEM Buyers For importers, brand owners, and OEM procurement teams, selecting the right non-electric sparkling water maker is critical for market success. Both the G720 and G830 models are viable options within the Cheersoda OEM soda maker factory […]