Table of contents
- Which Drinkmate-compatible CO2 cylinder to choose
- What you keep from your Drinkmate equipment
- Comparing CO2 refills for a Drinkmate in Canada
- Switching to the Classic Twist cylinder with your OmniFizz
- A Drinkmate-compatible CO2 cylinder to refill close to home
- FAQ
Key takeaway: Drinkmate OmniFizz machines use a 60-litre CO2 cylinder with a standard thread. The purple Classic Twist cylinder screws in without an adapter and can be exchanged over the counter from $12.50 plus tax at more than 2,500 stores. Keep your device's original bottle and Fizz Infuser cap, though.
You chose a Drinkmate to carbonate your cocktails, and the machine delivers. All that is left is finding a Drinkmate-compatible CO2 cylinder once yours runs empty.
The OmniFizz uses the standard 60-litre screw-in format, the same as the purple Classic Twist cylinder, filled in Quebec and exchanged over the counter at more than 2,500 partner stores across Canada.
Here you will see which Drinkmate machines are concerned and how much each refill option costs in Canada.
Which Drinkmate-compatible CO2 cylinder to choose
In short: the OmniFizz works with a 60-litre cylinder with a standard thread. The purple Classic Twist model screws right in.
Drinkmate states that its OmniFizz uses 60-litre CO2 cylinders with a standard thread, both the brand's own and SodaStream™ cylinders. This screw-in connection matches the TR21-4 thread shared by most sparkling water makers sold in Canada.
The Classic Twist cylinder uses the same connection. It screws in by hand, with no adapter or tool, and makes up to 60 litres of sparkling water depending on the fizz level you choose.
The turquoise Easy Connect cylinder, however, is not suitable. It is reserved for Quick Connect machines, which you can recognize by their original cylinder with a pink label.
If you are unsure about your machine's connection, our guide on which cylinder goes with which machine helps you decide in seconds. The thread principle is the same as for Carbonator machines, as explained in our article on the Aarke-compatible CO2 cylinder.
Drinkmate devices that use a different format
The Drinkmate lineup also includes portable devices. The Spritzer works best with 10-litre (3 oz) cylinders, while the InstaFizz comes with 8 g cartridges.
These devices are designed for smaller formats. This guide covers countertop machines like the OmniFizz, designed to take a 60-litre cylinder.
What you keep from your Drinkmate equipment
In short: only the cylinder changes. The Drinkmate bottle and its Fizz Infuser cap stay in place.
The OmniFizz comes with a 1-litre BPA-free reusable bottle and a Fizz Infuser cap. This combination is what lets the machine carbonate juice, iced tea or cocktails directly, a feature it highlights against machines designed for water only.
Replacing the cylinder changes nothing about how it works. The gas is still food-grade CO2, and the machine carbonates the same way, whether it is water or another cold beverage allowed by the manufacturer.
Do keep the original bottle, though. Our 800 ml reusable bottles fit most sparkling water makers, but Drinkmate machines are among the exceptions. An extra bottle is therefore not needed with an OmniFizz.
Comparing CO2 refills for a Drinkmate in Canada
In short: Drinkmate Canada sells its cylinders online and takes them back by mail in exchange for a credit. The Classic Twist is exchanged on the spot, from $12.50 plus tax.
In Canada, the brand offers its own Drinkmate cylinder exchange program. You generate a prepaid return label online, ship your empty cylinders and receive a credit on the brand's online store: $25 for two 60-litre cylinders, $45 for three and $60 for four.
Full cylinders are then ordered online, at $79.98 for a pair. Our model relies instead on over-the-counter exchange: you drop off the empty cylinder at a partner store and leave right away with a full one.
| Criteria | Drinkmate 60 L cylinder | Classic Twist 60 L cylinder |
|---|---|---|
| Connection | Standard screw-in thread | Standard TR21-4 screw-in thread |
| Initial purchase | $79.98 for two cylinders | $28.50 plus a $15 refundable deposit |
| Refill | Online purchase, $25 credit for two returned cylinders | Over-the-counter exchange from $12.50 plus tax |
| Returning the empty | Mail with a prepaid label | Drop-off at a partner store |
| Turnaround | Depends on shipping | On the spot, same day |
| Home option | Online order | Plan Bulle, delivery every 1, 2, 3 or 4 months |
For a household that empties one cylinder a month, the difference is easy to calculate. Two Drinkmate cylinders at $79.98, minus the $25 credit for two empties, come to about $27.50 per refill before tax.
The over-the-counter exchange starts at $12.50. Over twelve refills, the difference is between $150 and $180 a year, depending on the partner store's price. Prices quoted come from the official websites in October 2026 and may change.
Returning by mail suits those who prefer to handle everything online. The over-the-counter exchange is better suited to people who want their refill the same day. To find the nearest store, check the exchange point map.
What a 60-litre cylinder represents
At $12.50 for 60 litres, homemade sparkling water costs just over $0.20 per litre. A full cylinder replaces about 170 cans on average, which lightens both the recycling bin and the grocery bill.
Prefer the convenience of delivery? The Plan Bulle ships your refills to your home every 1, 2, 3 or 4 months, at $13.50 per refill for one or two cylinders, or $12.50 for three or four. A prepaid return label comes with every box, and the subscription can be cancelled at no cost.
Switching to the Classic Twist cylinder with your OmniFizz
In short: installation is done by hand in a few minutes. Your machine's manual remains the reference.
The switch requires no tools. Here is how to proceed:
- Remove the empty cylinder following the instructions in your OmniFizz manual.
- Screw in the Classic Twist cylinder by hand, without forcing, until it is snug.
- Carbonate a first bottle of cold water to check that the gas flows normally.
- Store the spare cylinder upright, in a cool place away from heat sources.
If the water stays flat with a full, properly screwed-in cylinder, our sparkling water maker troubleshooting guide goes over the most common causes.
What to do with your empty Drinkmate cylinders
Your empty Drinkmate cylinders do not have to sit at the back of a cupboard. Our partner stores accept cylinders from other brands when the connection format matches, which is the case for the standard 60-litre thread.
You hand in the empty cylinder at the counter and leave with a full Classic Twist, at the exchange price rather than the price of a new cylinder. Taking back other brands' cylinders is part of our cylinder exchange program.
Empty Drinkmate cylinders can also go back to their manufacturer by mail, in exchange for the credit offered by its program. Both options are equivalent when it comes to recycling the container: the difference lies mainly in the turnaround time and the cost of the next refill.
A Drinkmate-compatible CO2 cylinder to refill close to home
Your OmniFizz keeps its bottle and its Fizz Infuser. Only the CO2 source changes: a 60-litre cylinder with a standard thread, filled in Quebec and exchanged at more than 2,500 partner stores across Canada.
First, check that your machine takes a 60-litre cylinder. You can then order your Drinkmate-compatible CO2 cylinder or find the nearest exchange point.
FAQ
How much does a Drinkmate-compatible CO2 cylinder cost in Quebec?
A Drinkmate-compatible CO2 cylinder such as the Classic Twist costs $28.50 for the initial purchase, plus a $15 deposit refunded when the container is returned. After that, exchanging an empty cylinder for a full one costs from $12.50 plus tax at partner stores. For its part, Drinkmate Canada sells its cylinders online and gives a credit for each return by mail.
Can you exchange an empty Drinkmate cylinder at an exchange point?
Yes. Partner stores accept empty cylinders from other brands when the connection format matches, and the 60-litre Drinkmate cylinder uses the standard screw-in thread. You hand it in at the counter and leave with a full Classic Twist cylinder, at the exchange price. To avoid a wasted trip, check the exchange point map and confirm the format is available before you go.
How long does a 60-litre cylinder last in a Drinkmate?
A 60-litre cylinder can carbonate up to 60 litres of water, but how long it actually lasts depends on your consumption and the fizz level you like. The more you press the button, the faster the CO2 runs out. Very cold water also holds dissolved gas better. Our article on the lifespan of a 60-litre refill goes into more detail.
