Not to be confused with the similarly looking Play or Elements model, the Power model top of the line stainless steel push-button electric model that allows for more precise and consistent carbonation. $249 at JB's and on Amazon. $199 @ HN and DJ's.
I've had mine for 6 months after having several manual models. The ease of use and the premium look is well worth the extra coin IMHO.
you seem to have a bubbly personality. How long have you been using this SodaStream product?
Ever since my favourite actress Scarlett Johannsen left those awful commie Oxfam people.
Wasnt this at Aldi's just last week ?
That was the SodaStream Spirit Machine $69.99. Not too sure what the full differences though.
YEs. as mentioned that was the Spirit (w 1x 1L bottle). This is the Power which is the AC wall plug version of the Source (uses 1x CR123 battery). i opted for the Source from costco for $100 that comes with 3x 1L bottles. 2x 1L bottles were going for ~$8-9 at Aldi (most sellers on ebay had 2x 1L bottles for ~$15), thus making the SodaStream Source w/ 3 Bottles about 22$ more expensive. based on some reviews, the Source is the best model w/ only the Power being a model up having the only added feature of having plug-in power. all three of these models come with 1x CO2 canister. I think costco was also selling spare canister, 2xCO2 canisters for ~$60.
being a bargain site, i'd like to mention that the economics of having the machine is tough given you can get 1L bottles from the supermarket for ~$0.75. you'd need to drink a lot of carbonated water/drinks. much easier if you have parties or guest over often. can also save a bit of by diy connecting larger CO2 tank rather than using the standard sodastream CO2 canisters.
also note that there is also the SodaKing brand (~$40 if i recall correctly) that retails for a lot cheaper and is similar to the SodaStream Spirit.
having said that, i bought it more out of convenience — being able to diy carbonate drinks w/o having to run to the store
OP, I think you need to update the title to SodaStream POWER and remove the word Source. The Myer listing is not correct as I believe there is a model called SodaStream Power and SodaStream Source. Looking at the pictures on the link, the picture of the SodaStream packaging says SodaStream Power only.
FYI, the Power > Source apparently but both models have been since discontinued internationally. Not sure about Australia though.
I like the concept of preset carbonation levels (auto) but ideally don't want another plug in kitchen product. All other models are hand pump activated. Need to ponder! 🤔
Yeah. Assuming both models use the same bottles and accessories then I’d go with the non powered option.
Been looking to get a new Sodastream and this looks tempting but what's the real benefit in a powered one or precise carbonation?
I used to just manually press it 4 or 5 times depending on how I felt at the time. Am I missing something here?
It's just a preference….both will do exactly the same job! I just like the convenience of pressing a single button and getting exactly the same level of carbonation each time. Because it's heavier (metal) its just a more sturdy unit to use…. again subjective benefits!
Just bought one. Did a quick check with Aldi for VIC stock for the SS Spirit and none in stock except for Cranbourne and even then I could not guarantee it would be that cheaper price without going there. Wife got the White SS Power for me for XMass so all good.
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Oh goodie. I can use this to toast my successor Scotty moving our embassy to Jerusalem. :D