Black & Decker SpaceMaker Traditional Toaster Ovens Review

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(More customer reviews)I purchased our toaster earlier this week before having read any reviews about it here. I reviewed many, many other toasters/ovens on Amazon, then went to Target with a couple in mind that were in stock. In general, I'm extremely disappointed in the quality of all toasters/toaster ovens out there right now. They felt like cheap aluminum boxes mass produced in China. Our Krups toaster oven has been with us for 10 or 15 years and was wonderful. In any case, while getting disgusted at what Target did have available, around the corner in the aisle with all the Black and Decker SpaceMaker items I found this toaster and with a good sale price.
I get it home, quickly come here and see horror story after horror story. I'm wondering if I should even open the box or just take it back to Target immediately. Well, luckily I ignored the reviews here. Our SpaceMaker can opener has been wonderful and I was going to give this toaster a shot.
Having been forewarned about all the problems and headaches others have had with installation, I read all the instructions, took my time, laid everything out, checked, double checked and even triple checked before drilling any holes. Everything installed fine - no problems whatsoever. I didn't need 4 hands, extra spacers, longer screws, and didn't have any issues which others bring up. The instructions are fairly clear, and for anything which wasn't, anyone with some spacial acumen can figure out how things need to fit together. The instruction booklet was also very clear that if you needed additional spacers, to simply call them and they'd send them free of charge.
So, the toaster was installed a few days ago and looks beautiful in the location of our old toaster oven, but we now find ourselves with more counter space - just wonderful. A couple days go by and finally someone wants a toasted bagel for breakfast. Instead of blindly setting the knob for how long to toast and walking away, we did the unthinkable - we watched it toast to get an idea of how long it takes. The reason people are saying it burns their toast is because the heating elements are powerful and it toasts quickly. What's the big deal with that? Our Krups toaster oven had two heating elements on the top and two on the bottom. I was slightly concerned because this one has only one on the top and one on the bottom - however, these are thicker, they heat up extremely quickly, and they are more powerful. So, we made a guess how long we should set the timer, watched, and turned it off when done - just a tad shorter than we estimated. It also toasted evenly - no complaints.
Long story short - ignore the reviews here that do nothing but complain.
1. Read all the instructions when installing
2. Double and triple check location of holes and hood before drilling
3. First few times cooking with it, watch how long things take before being bold enough to set the timer and walk away. It's powerful - that's a good thing.

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No need to give up valuable counter space for the convenience of a toaster oven thanks to this thoughtfully designed appliance. The oven easily installs under a cabinet, keeping work surfaces clear for food prep and other everyday tasks. More than just a space saver, the appliance works great for making toast, side dishes, grilled-cheese sandwiches, chocolate cake, and more. Choose from bake, toast, and keep-warm cooking options. The unit features simple turn-dial controls, and it provides a spacious interior that can accommodate up to four slices of bread at a time or a 9-inch pizza. Other highlights include a 30-minute timer, a power indicator light, cord storage for keeping the cord tidy even when plugged in, and a drop-down crumb tray for quick cleanup. Furthermore, its Save-a-Plug outlet makes it possible to connect a SpaceMaker Mini Food Processor/Grinder or Can Opener directly into the toaster oven, saving the wall outlet for other uses. The toaster oven measures approximately 19-4/5 by 12-8/9 by 15-1/5 inches.

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Proctor Silex Extra-Large Toaster Oven Broiler Review

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(More customer reviews)This little toaster oven has earned its price in spades. The only bummer was that I thought I had ordered a larger toaster oven. However it is perfect for me and my small galley style kitchen. I have had it for several months now and have finally been putting it to the test. I have baked chicken, broiled turkey burgers, broiled pork chops, reheated pizza, made toast & baked a potato & reheated home made garlic bread. Everything turned out terrifically. It took several tries to figure out the "stay on" selection of the lower dial. My baked potato was the test dummy. I couldn't figure out how to keep it on. Finally figured it out after I cooked the potato & the chicken. Everything has cooked perfectly. This Proctor Silex toaster oven allows me(a single female) to cook smaller portions without having to use my big gas oven (which I love just as well)and wasting large amounts of energy. And this little oven gets the job done in a timely fashion. As for toast, well- that's still on trial & error for me. But with everything else it does I can live with imperfect toast.

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TOASTER OVEN Review

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(More customer reviews)I have looked all over for a good toaster oven. It seems like all toaster ovens have focused more on being ovens that toasters. This on has a great balance of both features. The oven setting works well, but what really set this toaster oven apart is the toasting function.
It has a very large dial that lets you get more accurate with how much you toast your items. It also doesn't require that you turn the timer dial past a certain point before choosing your setting. I really couldn't be happier!

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Toastmaster TTOB4 4-Slice Toaster Oven Review

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(More customer reviews)I recently owned two Toastmaster products and both are now in the local landfill. One broke after 4 months, 4-slice toaster,
and is not covered under any warranty. One of the darkness knobs popped out and the darkness is uncontrollable??? Toastmaster ignored all emails sent to them about this one.
Their griddle product is horrible. After approxiamately 6 uses,
the griddle began cooking uneven. They acknowledged one of my emails but never followed through. It took 60 days of my time, for nothing.
STAY AWAY FROM THIS COMPANY. THIER LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTIES ARE JUST PROMISES.

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Four Slice Toaster Oven with Timer Review

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(More customer reviews)I bought this toaster oven in early January and by the second week of September - after very moderate use - it had died. I used it to make toast most mornings and 1-2 times a week used the broiler or oven function for fries or things like tuna melts. One day when I turned it on there was a strange, chemical, burning smell and it just stopped working. My previous toaster oven (different brand) worked great for over a decade - wish I could replace it!

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Aroma ABT-208S 4-Slice Stainless Steel Toaster Oven Review

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(More customer reviews)Got this as a gift for Christmas, and my wife and I are about to go dig our 10-year old Krups one out of the garage. About the only thing this one has going for it is that it looks fairly nice. The things about our Krups that we really miss on this one:
* On the Krups, you set one dial for how dark you want the toast, and push down a lever to tell it to start toasting. On this one, you have to set the oven temp to "Toast" then use the timer dial to make it go. This means that you have to remember/guess where on the dial results in the kind of toast you like.
* On the Krups, you could easily tell where the temperature was set. On this one, it's almost impossible to tell one end of the temperature dial form the other (it's pure black on black), so you often end up getting 150 degrees when you wanted 450, or vice versa. Because of this problem, you also often get 200 degrees when you want "toast", which means you end up with warm bread instead of toast. Very frustrating early in the morning.
* On the Krups, when you opened the door, two hooks automatically pulled the oven rack out an inch or two, meaning you didn't have to reach as far into a hot oven to retrieve your food/toast.
So, while it's not a HORRIBLE toaster, but it's pretty bad, and I'm busy looking for a good 4-slice toaster oven that's stainless steel (or similar) on the outside that includes the features I mentioned above. Suggestions, anyone?

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DeLonghi XR640 Retro Toaster Oven Review

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(More customer reviews)This toaster oven LOOKS cool. Everyone who comes into my kitchen comments on it. And frankly that's why I bought it. I figured all toaster ovens are alike, why not get one that looks different. I'll tell you why. The loud clicking of the analog timer is semi-annoying, but if your toast (or whatever) is ready before the timer runs out, you can't just push a button and turn it off. The timer has to tick through to the end. The timer broke the 3rd week I had the thing (ok I confess, I got impatient and tried to turn the timer off before it was done).
This toaster oven serves to remind me that looks aren't everything.
However it's a roomy little thing and comfortably fits 4 slices of bread. It has a nice baking tray too.
Something splattered on the inside of the glass on the door and I cannot clean it off. I don't bake in it and don't use it much so it's just a few spots but they are buggin me because I can't get them off.
What I've learned? Go digital. :)

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KitchenAid KCO1005OB 1/2-Cubic-Foot 6-Slice Countertop Oven, Onyx Black Review

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(More customer reviews)What a disappointment. I am a huge Kitchenaid fan and I can't believe the poor quality of this toaster oven. As others have said, the finish is poor...the paint is not smooth and is chipping off around the oven door straight out of the box. The stainless steel trim is rough and cheap looking; it seems poorly machined. As for the performance, toasting is totally aggravating since the top element gets MUCH hotter than the bottom. The timer is cheap and the "ticking" is annoying. When the timer ends, the bell is out of synch. There is no on/off switch; just the timer to control the oven. I expected MUCH more from a toaster oven in this price range. I was happier with my old Toastmaster that cost about $40 and lasted for years. You can do much better than this for considerably less money.

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For everything from baking a whole chicken to toasting bagels, this versatile countertop oven features a 1/2-cubic-foot capacity with a nonstick quick-clean interior. Large easy-to-read knobs set the precise cooking function, temperature, and time. Choose to bake, broil, toast, or warm with temperatures up to 450 degrees F. A convenient indicator light glows red to show when the oven is in use. The unit's rugged, heavy-gauge steel broil pan provides long-lasting durability, and its Wave-Rack oven rack lets air circulate around six slices at once, ensuring evenly toasted bread.
Brushed stainless steel forms the oven's front, doorframe, handle, and crumb drawer for a durable and stylish addition to any kitchen. The unit's extra-large door handle is contoured for a confident grip, while its clear, tempered-glass door window allows for monitoring the broiling and browning of food. In addition, the oven's dishwasher-safe crumb drawer pulls out completely without opening the oven door. The countertop appliance measures approximately 19 by 13 by 10 inches and carries a one-year hassle-free replacement warranty.

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DeLonghi EO1251 6-Slice 1/2-Cubic-Foot Convection Oven, Black and Stainless Steel Review

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(More customer reviews)This appliance works quite well both as an oven as well as a toaster but does not really cut cooking times by 40%. For example, the manual states 50 minutes for a baked potato. In actual experience that's about how long it took but it's also about the same amount of time as it takes in my conventional oven. That option uses more electricity, however, so it's a better value to use this one for small meals. The same thing goes for taquitos, pies, and similar snacks. They take a little less time than a conventional oven but nowhere near 40% less, though the convection cooking does make things a bit crisper when you're looking for that feature.
The smaller oven gets up to heat much faster than a full size one does, of course, saving some electricity that way too. It seems to have a cold spot near the glass door which is particularly noticable when cooking pies (which, by the way, are the only thing that seems to cook ~30% faster than normal). Rotating them about halfway through the cooking process resolves that problem for the most part.
The advertising states that it comes with a non-stick bake pan and a non-stick broil tray. The pan and tray are included but they are not non-stick. The interior coating, however, is except for the crumb tray. The variable temperature goes up to 450 which is sufficient for most applications. It broils well, toasts okay, and has a very quite and efficient convection motor.
The dial controls are cheap plastic so I'm not sure how long they'll last. I've only had it for a few weeks at this point and they're doing okay but I'm conscious about delicacy in handling them. It comes with two racks yet it's so small inside I've yet to find a combination of anything other than toast that allows me to use both of them. The advertising/picture makes it look much larger than it really is.
All in all I'm happy with the unit and at the Amazon discount/free shipping with the price too. There's no way I'd pay full "retail" price though... I'm also a little disappointed about the accuracy of the product descrition and the overall speed of cooking however. It is, without a doubt, a huge improvement over a conventional toaster oven.

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Hamilton Beach Brands Inc 24203 4 Slice Electronic Toaster with Auto Shut Off Review

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(More customer reviews)The subject says it all; this model was voluntarily recalled as a fire hazard in 2008. This MAY apply to these being sold here; the specific series code affected is A0180ZZ.

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New Applica 4 Slice Toaster Oven Black & Decker Toast-R-Oven Classic Countertop With White Finish Review

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(More customer reviews)This little toaster oven in a winner! My tiny studio apartment demands an oven with a small footprint and this one measures approx 15" X 10" x9". Toasts well, bakes well, broils well -- I've had no problems whatsoever, and have used mine for nearly 2 years now. I want to get one for my daughter and son-in-law but since I can't get Amazon's free shipping here I'm going to try locally. Too bad, this would be perfect for them!

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Hamilton Beach 2-Slice Bagel Toaster Review

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(More customer reviews)I am happy with this toaster. When I first bought it, I set the dial in the middle, inserted a piece of whole wheat bread, and it came out medium-toasted. It toasted evenly. So far I have only toasted 1 slice at a time. I tried using each slot. One time out of the four, the toast was ejected completely out of the toaster. I am hoping the spring will mellow out with time.
This toaster is billed as "automatic toast boost" but that seems to mean that the toast rises higher than other toasters. I am not sure if this is true and I wish it had a manual boost. Small pieces of bread do not stick up very high. I haven't tried a bagel but I can't imagine them sticking up as high as shown in the illustration.
For the price I think this is a very good toaster. It has a removable crumb tray. The slots seem good-sized and it grips the bread as you lower it. The bagel setting stops the center elements from heating. There is a little diagram by the slots to show you which way to insert your bagel. I haven't actually tried out any bagels.

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Waring Pro TCO600 1500-Watt 6-Slice Convection Toaster Oven Review

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(More customer reviews)When I first started to look for a replacement for my old (very, very) Black and Decker SpaceSaver toaster oven I had a long list of requirements. As I hadn't shopped for a toaster oven in about 30 years I didn't realize that those stipulations were wildly optimistic. After months of frustrating research (and one very bad purchase), I was left with two show-stopping requirements: no Teflon (or Teflon-like) coating because of the fumes that emits, and an "I am done" sound that didn't shatter my eardrums and cause my dog to run away from home.
The TCO600 meets both of those requirements. There is no Teflon coating - just bare metal. (I would have preferred the old style blue/black enamel like my old toaster oven had and like my real oven has, but, as I said, I gave up on most of my "prefers".) The sound when the timer (60 minute) is complete is one "ding". That I love.
I'm pleased with the unit so far. The convection fan is quiet, the oven heats to the temperature set. I've used it to bake a few things and was satisfied. Haven't yet used the broiler. The toaster is not the most convenient to use, and you cannot choose a setting and leave it there. (One must turn the timer past 20, then turn it to whatever you think might be the right setting for the bread and wait for the timer to turn it off.) The toast was not bad at all.
It is nice looking, chrome front, painted silver metal along the sides and top. That chrome is going to show every fingerprint that touches it, but it's wiped clean easily enough. It does get hot, as toaster ovens do, but it hasn't caused any problems. The crumb tray is very accessible in the front of the unit. I do like the analog dials rather than pushbutton digital stuff.
It's a bigger footprint than I was looking for. My old unit was not called "SpaceSaver" for nothing: it was small outside and huge inside.
I have not had any problems with the oven being on the same circuit as the refrigerator. My house is fairly new, so maybe that makes a difference.
I've had it about two months. So far, so good.


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Whether it's breakfast, lunch, or an afternoon snack, this versatile six-slice toaster oven features an extra-large capacity and convection technology for toasting, baking, convection baking, and broiling a variety of foods--everything from a tall roast to a full 12-inch pizza. The unit's fully adjustable 150- to 450-degree F thermostat allows for precise cooking with consistent results, while light to dark toast settings accommodate individual preferences. Its 60-minute timer provides added convenience. Other highlights include a see-through door for quick viewing, a brushed stainless-steel front panel, and a removable crumb tray for quick cleanup. An oven rack, baking pan, and broiling tray come included. The 1500-watt toaster oven measures 13-1/2 by 21-1/5 by 9 inches.

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Cuisinart Classic 2-Slice Toaster Review

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(More customer reviews)I was reluctant to spend this much for a toaster, but after trying a less expensive one (a Krups, no less) and finding that it made extremely uneven toast, I decided to spend a little more. I exchanged it for this one, and so far, this one makes perfect toast; in fact, I've never seen toast so evenly browned. The defrost works great, too -- I tried it on frozen bread, without changing the 'brown' setting, and it came out looking just like the toast from regular/thawed bread. (Sorry, I don't toast my bagels, so I can't comment on that feature.) In short, this is the best toaster I've ever used, and well worth the money.

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31508 Toaster Oven Review

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(More customer reviews)Two months ago I bought the Hamilton Beach 31507 which I am told by HB is the same as this one, only without the stainless steel front. If you are looking for a toaster oven that does not take up much space yet holds a 9" cake pan, this is the one for you. It bakes, it broils, and voila it toasts evenly. You just have to experiment a little bit as to whether to choose the light toast icon or the dark icon. Just remember to turn the timer dial past 10 and then back to your toast setting. We have baked and broiled chicken breasts and fish, have heated up vegetable filled croissants. Made open faced sandwiches. Everything came out perfectly. There are two slot heights for the rack, and the rack itself is configured to be used high or low. The slide out crumb pan is very convenient. The only negative is that the bake pan while sturdy seems to have a thin coating which I think will break down over time. If that happens I will just get another bake pan. One thing to look out for when searching for a toaster oven is how hot the outside gets. They all get hot, especially on top and the glass door, but some OTHER BRANDS we tried got to the point of SIZZLING. The 31507 one does not get to that point, but I wonder if having a stainless steel front and top or not makes the difference.

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Black & Decker CTO4400B Perfect Broil Large-Capacity Countertop Convection Oven Review

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(More customer reviews)I've had B&D toaster ovens in the past and they've always held up well, so when it came for a new one I mostly dismissed the negative comments by others and purchsed this model. Well - unfortunately the negatives reviews are correct. Toast made on the bottom shelf ends up burnt where directly above the heating element, and untoasted elsewhere. But far worse was the rude awakening I received on the 2 month anniversary of my purchase. My attempt to toast a bagel appeared more like a 4th of July celebration when the unit completely shorted, providing me with a nice light show. And not that I'd have any inclination to use it again but it's now dead.
I tried to contact the B&D service number provided with the manual and lo and behold the documented late and weekend hours are no longer valid, so I guess I'll now be spending my work day negotiating for a new unit as opposed to someone else's "repaired" unit. If they're this bad when new I can't imagine what a refurb would be like. And I can't imagine what I'll be paying in shipping charges. BE FOREWARNED!

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Perfect as a second oven or as an energy-efficient alternative to turning on the full-size oven, this countertop appliance offers a large capacity with an extra-deep curved interior that can fit a 12-inch pizza or a casserole. Use the oven for convection baking (a fan circulates the heat), as well as broiling, toasting, and keeping foods warm until they're ready to be served. The unit features a quartz heating element and 1500 watts of power to ensure fast, professional results, plus it comes with a reversible chrome-plated broiling rack with upper and lower rack slots for added versatility. Three user-friendly control knobs make the oven simple to operate. The top knob adjusts the temperature up to 450 degrees F, the middle knob selects the function (convection bake, broil, toast, or keep warm), and the bottom knob allows for setting the timer up to 60 minutes or choosing continuous "on", as well as selecting the shade setting when toasting bread or bagels. Other highlights include a Perfect Broil system that maintains the set temperature, a see-through glass door, a convenient "ready" signal bell, a nonstick interior, and a slide-out crumb tray for quick cleanup. A baking pan comes included. The sleek-looking toaster oven measures approximately 20 by 16-2/7 by 12-3/5 inches.

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Maxi-Matic ETO-730SS Elite Platinum 20-Liter 1500-Watt Convection Toaster Oven, Stainless Review

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(More customer reviews)This "convection" toaster oven has a fan with all the power and focus of a 1 year old blowing out his birthday candle. Said fan is quite effective at rattling the flimsy (like the rest of the toaster) crumb tray, resulting in a quite annoying and loud rattle anytime the unit is set to convection. The fan also happens to blow directly along where there are no heating elements, thus what little air it manages to blow in from outside serves quite effectively to not heat whatever you're trying to heat. I guess they didn't bother to hire an engineer in designing this thing as to be effective at convecting, the fan really needed to blow across a heated element to then blow hot air over the food. C'mon guys, I hear there are unemployed engineers looking for jobs, you couldn't find one?
What is good about it is that the inside is aluminum, which is better than if it were a teflon coated material from a health standpoint. Why didn't they make the inside stainless? Probably the same reason they had it built in China from the thinnest gauge sheet they could get away with, it's cheaper.
This is the first item I've ever returned to Amazon, it was that bad.
Why did I give it two stars? Because it heats things so I guess it fulfills its basic functionality. It is also not ugly so I guess if you want an appliance that you don't need to use or are just dressing a set for a commercial or something, this would be a good prop.
To be fair, the part below applies to most toasters of this type:
It, like many others in its class also only has two heating rods beneath the food thus if you are trying to toast bread you will end up with bread toasted on the edges and only marginally so in the middle. Continuing with the bread, because of the wide separation between the upper heating elements and the bread, your bread will likely burn on the bottom and be slightly golden on the top. Thus if you want to toast bread evenly, you will need to babysit it and turn it over by hand a number of times during the toasting process, good luck doing this without burning your hand.

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