Comparison

Consumer Reports vs Simpli Soda CO2 Refills

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Consumer Reports

Access unbiased product reviews, ratings, and shopping guides to make informed purchasing decisions. Features include a smart advisor for product questions, tools for savings, and exclusive member deals.

Highlights
  • Product ratings and reviews
  • Buying guides
  • Bill Negotiator tool
  • Smart advisor for product questions
  • Image Scan for product comparison
  • Best Time to Buy tool
  • Exclusive member deals
Features
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Shop smarter with Consumer Reports by your side. Discover products worth buying, compare your options, find deals, and get trusted answers backed by CR's independent testing, research, and expertise. Whether you're looking for your next car, replacing an appliance, searching for the best products for your home, or just curious about what's worth buying, the Consumer Reports app makes it easier to shop confidently. Discover what's worth buying Explore Product Collections Discover trending products and expert-curated collections designed to help you find your next great buy. Watch the latest from CR Get useful shopping advice and consumer insights right in your feed, with videos covering products, CR testing, important consumer issues, and more. Find deals and ways to save Discover deals and discounts on products worth considering, plus tools like Best Time to Buy that can help you decide when it's worth making a purchase. Research, compare, and shop AskCR Ask questions and get answers backed by Consumer Reports' trusted expertise. Use AskCR to research products and cars, compare your options, narrow down your choices, and find the right product for your needs. Ratings & Reviews Access CR ratings and reviews for thousands of products, cars, and services based on independent testing, research, and consumer surveys. Image Scan Shopping in a store? Scan a barcode or take a photo of a product to quickly find CR ratings and information, compare your options, and make a more informed decision on the spot. Product Comparisons Compare products and cars side by side to see how your options stack up, and find the best choice for you. Buying Guides Get expert guidance on what to consider before you buy, from major appliances and electronics to cars and everyday products. Save Your Favorites Save products and comparisons so you can easily come back to them when you're ready to make a decision. Get even more from Membership Consumer Reports members get full access to features including: • Unlimited AskCR conversations • Ratings and reviews for thousands of products and services • CR Recommended products • Image Scan • Exclusive member deals and discounts • Best Time to Buy • Additional member benefits and exclusive partnerships • Extra savings with Bill Negotiator Not a member yet? Consumer Reports is free to download, with access to select features including Buying Guides, Bill Negotiator, Product Collections, videos, and limited access to AskCR. You can join Consumer Reports directly through the app to unlock the full experience. Consumer Reports is an independent, nonprofit organization that works side by side with consumers to create a fairer, safer, and healthier world. CR buys the products it tests and does not accept advertising, helping you make informed decisions with independent insights you can trust. From discovering your next purchase to making the final decision, keep Consumer Reports with you and shop with confidence.

About

Simpli Soda CO2 Refills

This app simplifies CO2 cylinder exchanges for home carbonation systems. It allows users to easily order exchanges, manage delivery locations and payment information, and save money through competitive pricing and discounts.

Highlights
  • Easy CO2 exchange ordering
  • Manage delivery addresses
  • Update payment information
  • Save money on exchanges
  • Streamlined transaction process
Features
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Simpli Soda delivers CO2 cylinder refills and exchanges to your door - with app-only savings on every eligible cylinder. Set up in about two minutes, no order required. Tell us your machine and cylinder type, save your address and payment, and reorder anytime with One Tap Refills™. WHY SIMPLI SODA • Save $1 per cylinder only in the app • Faster reorders with saved preferences and One Tap Refills™ • Exchange your empties or buy full cylinders outright • Home delivery. No more last-minute store runs for CO2 • Free shipping on 4-pack orders • Works with Screw-In and Quick-Connect cylinders across popular soda makers • Prepaid return label included for all exchanges • No subscription. Order only when you need to STAY STOCKED • Get refill reminders before you run low • Track every order from placed to delivered • Edit or cancel eligible orders right from the app • Manage your machine, cylinder type, addresses, payment, and refill preferences REAL SUPPORT Need help? Reach a real person by email, phone, or in-app message Monday to Friday. Passwordless email sign-in keeps things simple and secure - no password to remember. Whether you make sparkling water, soda water, seltzer, or homemade soda, Simpli Soda helps keep fresh fizz on hand with less hassle. Download Simpli Soda to save on CO2 refills, skip the store run, and keep the bubbles coming.

Screenshots

Consumer Reports4 screens
Simpli Soda CO2 Refills4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Simpli Soda CO2 Refills at none against Consumer Reports's 2. Consumer Reports's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 11 months). On price, rating, review sentiment and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Consumer Reports sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $10.00 per month. Simpli Soda CO2 Refills asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for Consumer Reports against 4.7 for Simpli Soda CO2 Refills. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Consumer Reports has 64K ratings behind it against 2.1K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 28% of Consumer Reports's written reviews are positive against 34% of Simpli Soda CO2 Refills's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Consumer Reports ships an update every 2 weeks, Simpli Soda CO2 Refills every 11 months. The most recent releases landed on November 13, 2026 and November 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 6 level
Consumer Reports versus Simpli Soda CO2 Refills: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterConsumer ReportsSimpli Soda CO2 Refills
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (64K ratings) — better4.7 (2.1K ratings)
Positive reviews27.7% of reviews33.7% of reviews — better
Number of ratings64K — better2.1K
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterEvery 11 months
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank#8 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS15.115.1
Further details — not scored
Size101 MB45 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperConsumer ReportsSimpli Soda

Customer experience

Consumer Reports

All ratings63,958 ratings
Positive96.0%
Neutral1.8%
Negative2.1%
Written reviews238 reviews
Positive27.7%
Neutral14.7%
Negative57.6%

Simpli Soda CO2 Refills

All ratings2,060 ratings
Positive92.3%
Neutral1.4%
Negative6.4%
Written reviews86 reviews
Positive33.7%
Neutral3.5%
Negative62.8%

User reviews

Consumer Reports

From 64K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Helpful product information
  • 🚀 Convenient mobile access
  • 💡 Unbiased, expert reviews
  • 🤑 Potential savings on purchases

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Buggy app performance
  • 🔍 Limited product coverage
  • 🤔 Outdated or incomplete information
  • 🧭 Poor search and navigation
  • 📱 Subpar iPad experience

Simpli Soda CO2 Refills

From 2.1K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Easy to use and well supported
  • 🚀 Fast reliable service
  • 👍 Easy to use website
  • 👍 Great service
  • 👍 Delicious & easy

Room to improve

  • 🐛 App quality hit or miss
  • 💸 Increasing prices
  • 🐛 App doesn't do anything
  • ⏳ Timing sucks
  • 🐛 App freezes up

Bugs and requests

Consumer Reports

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Frequent crashes and freezes
  • Login issues and lost credentials
  • Inconsistent or missing product data

Requested features

4 requests
  • Ability to access all website content in the app
  • Improved search functionality with better filtering options
  • Native iPad app with optimized layout
  • Integration with subscription management and account features

Simpli Soda CO2 Refills

Reported bugs

28 issues
  • App freezes on opening
  • App freezes during login
  • App doesn't open or spins
  • App crashes during setup/ordering
  • App errors out during checkout (address to payment)
Show 23 more
  • App doesn't allow scrolling to enter password
  • App sends passwordless login emails that take too long
  • App redirects to browser for login instead of in-app
  • App sends email codes for login that don't work
  • App shows 'something went wrong' or 'bad request' errors
  • App shows 'error 400' or 'error 500'
  • App doesn't keep users logged in
  • App doesn't support password managers (e.g., 1Password)
  • App freezes when trying to use password managers
  • App doesn't save user data after upgrades
  • App doesn't support Apple Pay correctly
  • App doesn't autofill information with password managers
  • App has issues with account creation/email recognition
  • App defaults to screw-in bottles when quick-connect is desired
  • App has no keyboard for login
  • App doesn't load or is unresponsive
  • App has issues with visual impairment accessibility (slide to pay)
  • App doesn't allow for ordering specific cylinder types
  • App has issues with payment information entry
  • App has issues with address entry
  • App has issues with return timelines and charges
  • App has issues with customer service response
  • App has issues with unsealed canisters

Requested features

10 requests
  • Improve cost competitiveness
  • Allow users to stay logged in
  • Simplify two-factor authentication
  • Allow multiple shipping addresses
  • Improve Apple Pay integration
Show 5 more
  • Support password managers for login
  • Improve app performance and speed
  • Make app a true native app instead of a website wrapper
  • Fix issues with ordering screw-in vs quick-connect cylinders
  • Provide clearer explanations on return policies and timelines

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Consumer Reports

Subscriptions2
  • CR Monthly Subscription$10.001 Month
  • CR Yearly Subscription$39.001 Year
None

Simpli Soda CO2 Refills

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Consumer Reports free?
Consumer Reports is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Simpli Soda CO2 Refills free?
Simpli Soda CO2 Refills is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Consumer Reports or Simpli Soda CO2 Refills?
Consumer Reports is rated higher. Consumer Reports averages 4.8 out of 5 from 64K ratings, while Simpli Soda CO2 Refills averages 4.7 from 2.1K ratings.
Do Consumer Reports or Simpli Soda CO2 Refills have ads?
Simpli Soda CO2 Refills shows ads; Consumer Reports does not.
Which is updated more often, Consumer Reports or Simpli Soda CO2 Refills?
Consumer Reports ships an update every 2 weeks, and Simpli Soda CO2 Refills every 11 months. Most recently, Consumer Reports was updated on November 13, 2026 and Simpli Soda CO2 Refills on November 7, 2026.

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