A CO2 cylinder subscription solves sparkling water's most common household problem: the tank always runs empty at the worst possible time. The Bubble Plan delivers your refills straight to your door, on whatever schedule you choose, and every shipment includes a prepaid return label for your empty cylinders.
No errands, no running out mid-week. You set the pace, the logistics follow, anywhere in Canada.
How the CO2 cylinder subscription works
The subscription is built around three choices you make at sign-up.
- The cylinder model, Classic Twist or Easy Connect, depending on your machine
- The quantity, from one to four cylinders per shipment
- The delivery frequency, every one, two, three, or four months
On the scheduled date, your full cylinders arrive at your home. You use them at your own pace, then send the empty ones back with the included label. The container stays in circulation, which is the whole point of a reusable cylinder.
Returning empty cylinders and the $15 credit
This is the part most people underestimate. Returning an empty cylinder requires no trip at all, and it puts money back in your pocket.
- A prepaid return label is included with every shipment
- You put the empty cylinders back in the delivery box
- You schedule a home pickup with GLS
- Every returned cylinder earns a $15 credit applied directly to your card
The credit applies to cylinders of any brand, not just the ones you received through the subscription. So if an old tank from another brand has been sitting in a closet, it's actually worth something.
CO2 cylinder subscription or one-time purchase
Both options lead to the same result: sparkling water at home. The difference comes down to how much time you spend on it and how consistent the supply is.
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Criteria |
Bubble Plan subscription |
One-time exchange or purchase |
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Supply |
Automatic, on a fixed date |
At your own initiative, when the cylinder is empty |
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Travel required |
None, home delivery |
Round trip to a partner retailer |
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Returning empties |
Prepaid label and GLS pickup |
Bring back to the store |
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Shipping fees |
Up to 20% savings |
Fees apply depending on the order |
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Return credit |
$15 per cylinder returned |
Not applicable, the exchange is paid on the spot |
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Best for |
Daily, regular consumption |
Occasional consumption |
In-store exchange remains very efficient for occasional use, especially if a partner retailer is already on your regular route. Once consumption becomes daily, the subscription removes the mental load of keeping track.
How much you save over a year
A CO2 cylinder subscription changes the math over a full year. A 60-liter tank produces an average of 60 liters of sparkling water, roughly the equivalent of 170 cans. At about $0.20 per liter, the gap compared to bottled sparkling water, around $2 per liter, adds up to nearly $650 a year for one liter of consumption per day.
On top of that baseline are two savings specific to the subscription: up to 20% on shipping fees and a $15 credit for every cylinder returned.
What's left is the hidden cost, the one that never shows up on any bill: the unplanned errands, the emergency canned-drink purchases, and the days without bubbles.
Already know how quickly you go through a cylinder? Set up your subscription and let the refills keep pace with your consumption.
A CO2 cylinder subscription for businesses
The Bubble Plan isn't just for households. In the workplace, it replaces cases of bottles and cans with a permanent source of sparkling water.
Three benefits stand out in a business setting: offering sparkling water to employees and visitors without managing inventory, reducing the footprint tied to single-use containers, and avoiding shortages thanks to automated restocking.
Who this subscription is for
The typical profile drinks sparkling water every day and empties a cylinder in one to two months. It's also a great fit for households without a partner retailer on their usual route, and for those who use their machine for mocktails or cooking.
If you live close to an exchange point and carbonate just a few liters a month, one-off exchange remains more flexible. The exchange point map lets you check what's available near you before deciding.
The right cylinder model before you subscribe
A CO2 cylinder subscription is something you set up once, so it's worth starting with the right format. Two fitting systems exist on the market, and yours can be identified at a glance on the back of the machine.
A screw-on thread corresponds to the Classic Twist cylinder, the TR21-4 standard. A locking clip corresponds to the Easy Connect cylinder, designed for machines with a Quick Connect system. All models are listed in the CO2 cylinder collection.
The cylinders delivered through the subscription are the same ones used in the exchange network. These are pressurized gas cylinders, whose manufacturing and requalification in Canada fall under the Transportation of Dangerous Goods Regulations, overseen by Transport Canada. Every tank is therefore inspected at a specialized facility before being put back into circulation, and a well-maintained container can stay in service for decades.
Between deliveries, storage follows the standard rules for compressed gases outlined by the Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety: upright, in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place, away from any heat source.
Set up your CO2 cylinder subscription
A CO2 cylinder subscription comes down to making one decision and then never having to think about it again. You choose the model, the quantity, and the frequency, the refills arrive on their own, and every returned cylinder earns you $15.
Set up your subscription in just a few minutes, or find an exchange point near you first to compare the two options.
FAQ
How often is the CO2 cylinder subscription delivered?
A CO2 cylinder subscription is set to your own pace: you choose from one to four cylinders per shipment, delivered every one, two, three, or four months. A household drinking one liter of sparkling water a day typically empties a cylinder in two months. If you're unsure at sign-up, start with a shorter interval, it's easier to space it out later.
How do you return empty cylinders with the subscription?
Every shipment includes a prepaid return label. You put the empty cylinders back in the box, then schedule a home pickup with GLS, with no travel required on your part. Every cylinder returned, regardless of brand, earns a $15 credit applied directly to your card. The container then goes back to the filling facility, where it's inspected before being put back into circulation.
Is the subscription more cost-effective than an in-store exchange?
The subscription provides up to 20% savings on shipping fees, plus a $15 credit for every cylinder returned. In-store exchange, starting at $12.50 plus tax, remains worthwhile if a partner retailer is already on your regular route. So the math depends on how close you are to the network and your actual consumption over the course of the year.
