The Best Toasters
We reviewed eight toasters, comparing their performance, features, and owner satisfaction. The Elite Gourmet 4-Slice Long Slot Toaster is our top pick for its versatility and consistent toasting.
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The bottom line
The Elite Gourmet 4-Slice Long Slot Toaster (B07HYW76FK) is our top pick for its wide and long slots, multiple browning settings, and additional features like reheat and defrost functions. It scored 8.8/10 from 41815 owner ratings and offers great value at $34.99. The Elite Gourmet SmartToast Digital 4-Slice Toaster (B0D7DS911L) is a close runner-up with a touch screen and additional functions, but it's more expensive at $77.55. For a budget option, the Elite Gourmet 2-Slice Toaster (B0CB1SSWRM) provides good performance at $15.99, though it lacks some features of the top picks.
Elite Gourmet 4-Slice Long Slot Toaster $34.99
Best all-around toaster for various bread types
The Elite Gourmet 4-Slice Long Slot Toaster offers wide and long slots, six browning settings, and additional features like reheat and defrost. It scored 8.8/10 from 41815 owner ratings and costs $34.99. The tradeoff is its higher price compared to simpler models.
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Elite Gourmet SmartToast Digital 4-Slice Toaster $77.55
Best for advanced features and digital control
The Elite Gourmet SmartToast Digital 4-Slice Toaster features a touch screen, six shades, and six bread types. It scored 8.8/10 from 41911 owner ratings but costs $77.55. Those on a budget should consider other options.
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Elite Gourmet 2-Slice Toaster $15.99
Best budget toaster with basic features
The Elite Gourmet 2-Slice Toaster offers six adjustable shade settings and wide slots at $15.99. It scored 8.2/10 from 13348 owner ratings. The tradeoff is the lack of advanced features found in more expensive models.
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- Elite Gourmet 4-Slice Long Slot Toaster Best for versatility and consistent toasting. 9.0/10 $34.99 Amazon
- Elite Gourmet SmartToast Digital 4-Slice Toaster Best for advanced features and digital control. 8.5/10 $77.55 Amazon
- Elite Gourmet 2-Slice Toaster Best budget option with basic features. 8.0/10 $15.99 Amazon
- Elite Gourmet 2-Slice Toaster Good for ease of use and cleaning, but mid-priced. 7.5/10 $31.99 Amazon
- bella Fits-Anywhere™ 2-Slice Slim Toaster Good for slim design and space saving, but basic features. 7.0/10 $21.09 Amazon
- bella Fits-Anywhere 2-Slice Toaster Good for slim design and space saving, but basic features. 7.0/10 $24.98 Amazon
- bella Fits-Anywhere™ 2-Slice Slim Toaster Good for slim design and space saving, but basic features. 7.0/10 $24.98 Amazon
- bella Fits-Anywhere™ 2-Slice Slim Toaster Good for slim design and space saving, but basic features. 7.0/10 $24.98 Amazon
What owners say
Owners of the Elite Gourmet 4-Slice Long Slot Toaster (B07HYW76FK) consistently praise its versatility and consistent toasting. One owner said, 'Love this toaster. Very slim profile, modern looking and heats up fast! Able to put a large slice of sourdough in without cutting it.' However, some users of the Elite Gourmet SmartToast Digital 4-Slice Toaster (B0D7DS911L) reported inconsistent toasting results, with one noting, 'Great for size but not for toasting. It's always on the highest setting and have to push it down again and watch it the entire time.'
Also-rans
The bella Fits-Anywhere 2-Slice Slim Toaster variants (B0CZPF85JY, B0DQ6PP1ZV, B0CYJBB2JQ, B0CZPGJ2JW) are good for their slim design and space-saving features but lack the advanced features and consistent performance of the top picks. The Elite Gourmet 2-Slice Toaster (B0BBJS35BQ) is a decent mid-priced option but doesn't offer the same level of versatility and customization as the top picks.