WMF Element One (0608136040) at a glance
In short: the WMF Element One (0608136040) scores 8,4/10 in our sparkling water maker review (from €133). Biggest strength: Cromargan housing. Main compromise: highest price in the field.
All specifications come from manufacturer data sheets and the Amazon catalogue and were cross-checked before publication. The rating is an editorial overall assessment based on this data; we do not trial products ourselves.
WMF Element One (0608136040): what works, what doesn't?
What works well
- Cromargan housing: Robust stainless steel instead of plastic, premium look and a real eye-catcher in the kitchen
- Three carbonation levels: Selectable from fine bubbles to fizzy, suits every preference
- Click bottle with bayonet: The bottle clicks in and out particularly easily via the click system
- Space-saving shape: Compact form that finds room even on a narrow worktop
Points of criticism
- Highest price in the field: At around €133 clearly the dearest appliance here, you pay noticeably for the design
- CO2 cylinder not documented: The manufacturer’s specifications mention no cylinder included, plan for one separately before starting if necessary
- Only one bottle included: The set contains just one Element One bottle, you need to buy more for a larger supply
Specifications in detail
| Type | Sparkling water maker (no electricity) |
| Housing | Cromargan stainless steel |
| Carbonation levels | 3 (fine bubbles / medium / fizzy) |
| Bottle | 1x Element One PET, lid & base cap stainless steel |
| Bottle mount | Click system with bayonet mount |
| Cylinder access | Push of a button plus turn of the top |
| Colour | Lava |
Build quality & everyday use
What carries the WMF Element One (0608136040) in everyday use: Cromargan housing (robust stainless steel instead of plastic, premium look and a real eye-catcher in the kitchen) and three carbonation levels (selectable from fine bubbles to fizzy, suits every preference). We have to be honest about the weaknesses: highest price in the field (at around €133 clearly the dearest appliance here, you pay noticeably for the design).
If you set the device up to save space, make sure it stands on a stable, level surface with some air around it. This protects the mechanics and electronics in continuous use.
Who is the WMF Element One (0608136040) suited to? (buying advice)
Perfect for:
- ✓Buyers who value stainless steel looks and quality
- ✓Households that want to use three carbonation levels
- ✓Small kitchens thanks to the space-saving build
Less suitable for:
- ✕Price-conscious buyers for whom function matters more than the housing
- ✕Anyone looking for a ready-to-go complete set with CO2 and many bottles
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Verdict: is the WMF Element One (0608136040) worth it?
A solid option with a clear profile: if you can live with highest price in the field, from €133 you get mainly one thing: Cromargan housing. It suits best: buyers who value stainless steel looks and quality.
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