Ninja Thirsti Drink System Soda Maker - Customize Fizz & Flavor

Our review of the Ninja Thirsti Drink System finds it best for households that want highly customizable sparkling and still drinks without single-use bottles. The station's strength is its combination of simple controls and flexible serving options: choose from three carbonation levels or no fizz, set one of four drink sizes that dispense into any cup or bottle, and add flavor drops or mix two to create a custom drink. It ships with a 60L CO2 cylinder and a sampler of flavored water drops so the system is ready to use right away.

Key Features

• Customizable Fizz: Three sparkling levels and a still option let users dial carbonation up or down for each drink.
• Adjustable Serving Sizes: Four size settings (6oz, 12oz, 18oz, 24oz) dispense directly into any cup or bottle for flexible portioning.
• Flavor Variety: Over 25 flavor choices and the ability to mix two flavors let you create a wide range of zero-calorie flavored waters and seltzers.
• Ready Out of the Box: Includes a 60L CO2 cylinder and a variety pack of flavored water drops so you can start making drinks immediately.
• Simple CO2 Handling: The CO2 canister is designed for easy installation and more efficient carbonation than the leading competitors.

Who It's For

The Ninja Thirsti is ideal for people who want a reliable counter-top soda maker that replaces canned and bottled drinks while offering precise fizz control and flavor customization. It suits families and individuals who value saving on packaged beverages and reducing single-use plastic waste.

It may be less appealing to users who prefer very inexpensive flavor options, since some customers report flavored drops can feel pricey, or to someone who only wants plain carbonated water without needing multiple size or flavor settings.

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Strong carbonation control allows everything from still to high sparkle in a single appliance.
• Multiple cup sizes and the ability to fill any bottle make it genuinely versatile for home use.
• Wide flavor selection and mix-and-match capability enable creative, zero-calorie drinks.
• Includes CO2 cylinder and flavor sampler so setup and first uses are straightforward.

Cons

• Flavor drops can add ongoing cost, and opinions about the variety are mixed among users.
• Requires occasional replacement of the 60L CO2 cylinder, an ongoing consumable expense.

Specifications

Brand	Ninja
Model	Thirsti Drink System (WC1001)
Included CO2	60L CO2 Cylinder
Reservoir	48oz removable temperature sensitive water reservoir
Drink Sizes	6oz, 12oz, 18oz, 24oz settings
Flavors	25+ flavored water drops, mix any two
Power	55 watts, 120v

Our Verdict

The Ninja Thirsti is a strong choice for home users who want flexible carbonation, precise serving sizes, and lots of flavor options while cutting single-use plastic. It offers good value if you plan to replace canned or bottled drinks regularly, though ongoing costs for flavor drops and CO2 should be considered.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does it come with CO2?
Yes, the system includes a 60L CO2 cylinder so you can start carbonating right away.

Can I make still drinks?
Yes, one of the settings is still so you can dispense uncarbonated water or flavored still drinks.

Are the flavor drops zero calories?
Yes, the flavored water drops create 0 calorie, 0 sugar servings per 12 oz according to the product information.