SodaStream Art
What We Like & Don't Like
✓ Pros
- Metal body — looks and feels more premium than Terra
- Lever mechanism — satisfying retro-style operation
- Quick-connect CO2 — easy cylinder swaps
- Same carbonation — identical performance to other SodaStreams
- Dishwasher-safe bottles — included 1L bottle
- Two color options — Black and White
✗ Cons
- $40 more than Terra — significant premium for aesthetics
- No glass bottles — still plastic only
- Not as premium as Aarke — halfway house
- Water only — can't carbonate other beverages
- Lever adds complexity — marginally harder to clean
In This Review
Overview
The SodaStream Art sits between the budget-friendly Terra and the premium Duo in SodaStream's lineup. It was designed to appeal to buyers who want something nicer-looking than the entry-level machine but don't need glass bottles.
The standout feature is the lever mechanism — instead of pressing a button, you pull a lever to carbonate. It's a tactile improvement that makes the machine feel more substantial and "designed."
Design & Lever Mechanism
The Art's design language is retro-modern. The lever evokes old-school soda fountains while the clean lines and metal body keep it contemporary.
Materials
- Body: Metal casing (vs plastic on Terra)
- Lever: Metal with rubber grip
- Base: Weighted for stability
- Bottle: Standard SodaStream 1L plastic
The Lever Experience
The lever is genuinely satisfying to use. Pull it down, feel the resistance as CO2 flows, hear the carbonation happening. It's more engaging than pressing a button — though functionally identical.
Some users prefer buttons (faster, easier), others prefer levers (more tactile, better control). It's personal preference, not performance.
Key Specifications
Carbonation Performance
Identical to every other SodaStream. The Art uses the same internal carbonation mechanism as the Terra, Duo, and older models. The lever vs button distinction is purely ergonomic.
You'll get the same fizz levels, the same consistency, the same CO2 consumption. The only difference is how you trigger the carbonation.
Art vs Terra: Worth the Extra $40?
| Feature | SodaStream Art | SodaStream Terra |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $129.99 | $89.99 |
| Body Material | Metal | Plastic |
| Mechanism | Lever | Button |
| CO2 System | Quick-connect | Quick-connect |
| Carbonation | Identical | Identical |
| Bottles | Plastic only | Plastic only |
The verdict: The $40 buys you metal construction and a lever. If you want your soda maker to look nicer on the counter, that's worth it. If you don't care about looks, save the money and get the Terra.
Art vs Aarke: The Halfway House
The Art sits awkwardly between Terra and Aarke:
If aesthetics matter enough to spend extra, the question is: do you stop at Art, or go all the way to Aarke? The Aarke costs $100 more but is genuinely beautiful. The Art is... nice, but not stunning.
Who Should Buy the Art
✓ Buy the Art if you:
- Want a nicer-looking SodaStream than the Terra
- Prefer lever operation over buttons
- Think the Aarke is too expensive
- Don't need glass bottles
- Value the middle ground between budget and premium
✗ Skip the Art if you:
Final Verdict
SodaStream Art
Style upgrade for Terra
The SodaStream Art is a perfectly good soda maker that fills an awkward middle ground. It's nicer than the Terra but not as nice as the Aarke. It costs more but doesn't do anything the cheaper model can't do.
If you've decided you want something better-looking than the Terra but the Aarke feels excessive, the Art is a sensible choice. But for most people, we'd say: either save money with the Terra, or go premium with the Aarke. The middle ground is rarely the most satisfying place to be.
Available in Black and White
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