Even as kitchen appliances get more advanced and further outfitted with modern tech, traditional slot toasters will never go out of style. They’re tiny, reliable and — if we’re being honest — the source of one of the most satisfying moments in the world of cooking. You know that click. When your toast pops up with a perfect golden tint, everything that hits your senses is a delight. Call me a purist, but no toaster oven or air fryer can scratch that same itch.
Already reaching for the butter and jam? You’ll need a toaster that can consistently produce that crunchy crust to slather up. It should be able to handle other toasting tasks too, like frozen waffles, toaster pastries and chunky bagels. Luckily, I put seven different toasters through a series of trials using those foods precisely so you don’t have to. Ultimately, two units delivered the results I wanted at prices that were hard to beat.
Breville 'A Bit More' 2-Slice Toaster
Best toaster
Key features that grant a sneak preview of your toast’s progress and the option to add just "a bit more" time to reach your desired doneness make this stainless steel toaster a winner.
