aarke - Carbonator III Premium Carbonator-Sparkling & Seltzer Water Maker-Soda Maker with…
- Soda Maker
- 27.1 fl oz
- 27.1 fl oz
- Manual
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Overview
The aarke Carbonator III is an all-metal, electricity-free soda maker that carbonates water with a screw-in CO2 cylinder and a lever, rather than the mostly plastic build common on other machines. It comes with an 800ml BPA-free PET bottle and is rated to get roughly 167 cans' worth of carbonation from one cylinder.
Reviewers who switched from a Soda Stream tend to bring it up specifically, comparing the stainless steel body against Soda Stream's plastic housing as the reason they paid more for this one. It requires no power outlet and installs a CO2 cylinder by simply screwing it into the base.
- All-metal stainless steel body, no plastic casing
- Electricity-free lever carbonation system
- Screw-in CO2 cylinder installs without angling or tools
- Includes an 800ml BPA-free PET bottle
Who it's for
For anyone who wants a countertop soda maker that looks and feels like a kitchen appliance rather than a plastic gadget, and drinks plain sparkling water daily. Not the choice if fast warranty support matters more than build quality, since more than one reviewer describes a slow response from aarke's customer service.
What buyers say
From Amazon customer reviews.
Buyers switching from Soda Stream repeatedly point to the stainless steel build as the reason they paid more, describing it as sturdy and easy to use daily for two to three bottles. The recurring complaint is customer service: multiple reviewers describe long waits, in one case 34 days, for a response on a warranty replacement, and one reviewer's unit stopped working entirely after about three months with no resolution reported.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- All stainless steel body, no plastic housing
- No electricity needed to operate
- CO2 cylinder installs by screwing it straight into the base
- One cylinder rated for around 167 cans' worth of carbonation
- Customer service response has been slow for warranty claims, per multiple reviewers
- Unit isn't heavily weighted, so it can shift slightly if bumped
Specifications
| Brand | aarke |
|---|---|
| Model | AAC3-Matte Black |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 3.79 pounds |
| Size | Carbonator Only |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 10.2 × 6 × 16.3 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Capacity | 27.1 fl oz |
| Item Volume | 27.1 fl oz |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Power Source | Manual |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material | Stainless Steel |
| Color | Black |
| Included components | |
| Included Components | 1X PET BPA-free water bottle, 1X aarke cleaning cloth, 1X drip tray cover |
| Other details | |
| Operation Mode | Manual |
| Part Number | AAC3-BLACK |
| Item Type Name | Soda Maker |
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How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in soda makers.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| aarke - Carbonator III Premium Carbonator-Sparkling & Seltzer Water Maker-Soda Maker with…This product | 4.4 / 5 | 6,578 | - |
| SodaStream Terra Sparkling Water Makersodastream | 4.5 / 5 | 348 | 4.2 / 5 |
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Questions about the aarke AAC3-Matte Black
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
Does the aarke Carbonator III need to be plugged in?
No, it carbonates water manually with a lever and screw-in CO2 cylinder, no electricity required.
How many bottles does one CO2 cylinder carbonate?
A single cylinder is rated for up to 2,000 ounces, roughly the equivalent of 167 standard 12-ounce cans.
What's included with the Carbonator III?
It ships with an 800ml BPA-free PET bottle for carbonating.