Carbonator 3 Matte Black

The matte black steel body feels way more premium than the old plastic machines I've had, and the rough texture actually hides fingerprints nicely. Pressing down to carbonate is smooth and satisfying, and it's sturdy enough to sit out on the counter without looking like an appliance.

I was skeptical about spending this much on a water maker, but the stainless steel body feels like it will outlast everything else in my kitchen. The rough matte black texture hides fingerprints completely, which is huge when you have kids. My sparkling water game has leveled up for good.

The matte black finish on the steel enclosure feels way more premium than any plastic unit I've owned, and the rough texture actually hides fingerprints nicely. Setup took me about five minutes and it's been sitting proudly on my counter ever since.