May 2023
Toaster Ovens: MetaRanking
This page highlights the aggregate summary of Toaster Oven rankings posted by key online experts, as of May 2023.
Summary
Between 5 May 2023 and 7 May 2023, ReviewFinder team examined a total of 67 Toaster Oven endorsements from 10 reputable publishers.
40 Toaster Ovens were endorsed in total, only 14 made it into this month's ranking (ReviewFinder requires a minimum of 2 endorsements to be included).
As of 7 May 2023, Panasonic FlashXpress takes the cake as the most critically-acclaimed toaster oven with 5 expert endorsements. 2 experts out of 5 recommended it as the '#1 toaster oven' this month. It is followed by Cuisinart Chef's Convection and Cuisinart TOA-65 , with 4 and 3 expert endorsements respectively.
Brand breakdown
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Breville:
6 Toaster Ovens
(#1 is Breville Smart Oven Air Fryer )
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Black+Decker:
5 Toaster Ovens
(#1 is Black + Decker TO1705SG )
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Hamilton Beach:
4 Toaster Ovens
(#1 is Hamilton Beach 31330D )
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Cuisinart:
3 Toaster Ovens
(#1 is Cuisinart TOA-60 )
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Instant Pot:
2 Toaster Ovens
(#1 is Instant Pot Omni Plus )
Price breakdown
At a glance - May 2023 Ranking
| Rank | Change | Price | Toaster Oven |
Wirecutter
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Homes & Gardens
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Simply Recipes
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The Spruce Eats
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Good Housekeeping
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CNET
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HealthyKitchen 101
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Business Insider
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The Kitchn
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Reviewed
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1
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- | $150 |
Panasonic FlashXpress
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1
|
-
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4
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-
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4
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1
|
-
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-
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-
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12
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2
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- | $210 |
Cuisinart Chef's Convection
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2
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-
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2
|
-
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-
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-
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-
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-
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1
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4
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|
3
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- | $238 |
Cuisinart TOA-65
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-
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-
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3
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-
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3
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-
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-
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1
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-
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-
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|
4
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- | $267 |
Breville Smart Oven
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4
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-
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-
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4
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-
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4
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-
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3
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-
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-
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|
5
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- | $180 |
Ninja SP101
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-
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9
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-
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6
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-
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3
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-
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-
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-
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3
|
|
6
|
- | Check price |
Breville BOV450XL
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-
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-
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-
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-
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-
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2
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6
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-
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2
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-
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|
7
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- | $188 |
Instant Omni Plus 18L
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-
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8
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-
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3
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-
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-
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3
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-
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-
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-
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8
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- | $160 |
KitchenAid KCO211
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-
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-
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-
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1
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5
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-
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-
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-
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-
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-
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|
9
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- | $200 |
Cosori CO130-AO
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-
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-
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-
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-
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-
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-
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1
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-
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-
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8
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|
10
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- | $200 |
Cuisinart TOA-60
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-
|
10
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-
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7
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-
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-
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2
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-
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-
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-
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|
11
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- | $100 |
Hamilton 31123D
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-
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-
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-
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-
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-
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-
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-
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-
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3
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2
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|
12
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- | $70 |
Hamilton Beach 31401
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3
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-
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-
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-
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-
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-
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-
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5
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-
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-
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|
17
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- | $341 |
Breville Smart Oven Air Fryer
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-
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7
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-
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5
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-
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-
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-
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-
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-
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-
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|
18
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- | $250 |
Calphalon Performance Cool Touch
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-
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6
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-
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-
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-
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-
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-
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-
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-
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9
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Sorted by price:
| Position in ranking | Price | Toaster Oven |
|---|---|---|
| #12 | $69.99 | Hamilton Beach 31401 [buy] [more info] |
| #11 | $99.99 | Hamilton 31123D [buy] [more info] |
| #1 | $149.99 | Panasonic FlashXpress [buy] [more info] |
| #8 | $159.99 | KitchenAid KCO211 [buy] [more info] |
| #5 | $179.99 | Ninja SP101 [buy] [more info] |
| #7 | $188 | Instant Omni Plus 18L [buy] [more info] |
| #10 | $199.95 | Cuisinart TOA-60 [buy] [more info] |
| #9 | $199.99 | Cosori CO130-AO [buy] [more info] |
| #2 | $209.99 | Cuisinart Chef's Convection [buy] [more info] |
| #3 | $237.94 | Cuisinart TOA-65 [buy] [more info] |
| #18 | $249.93 | Calphalon Performance Cool Touch [buy] [more info] |
| #4 | $267.22 | Breville Smart Oven [buy] [more info] |
| #17 | $340.95 | Breville Smart Oven Air Fryer [buy] [more info] |
We ranked Panasonic FlashXpress #1 in May 2023 because:
- 5 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Toaster Ovens” rankings.
- Out of those, 2 experts ranked Panasonic FlashXpress as #1.
Simply Recipes
Most Innovative
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Pros
Lots of preset functions
two types of heating elements
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Cons
Small interior capacity
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Good Housekeeping
Best Small Toaster Oven
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Pros
Tray pulls out automatically when you open the door
Auto shut-off to prevent burning
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Cons
Cook pan can be hard to clean and rust easily
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Reviewed
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Pros
Very fast and even toasting
Compact size
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Cons
Difficult to use for baking and cooking
Toast is darker than preferred on "light" setting
No broil function
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We ranked Cuisinart Chef's Convection #2 in May 2023 because:
- 4 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Toaster Ovens” rankings.
- Out of those, 1 expert ranked Cuisinart Chef's Convection as #1.
Simply Recipes
Best Large Capacity
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Pros
Large interior space
dual cook feature easily goes from baking to broiling
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Cons
Gets very hot
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Reviewed
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Pros
Incredibly even toasting, baking, and broiling
Convection capable
Customizable functions
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Cons
Confusing programming
Oversized—takes up a lot of counter space
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Methodology: combine opinions of key experts
Identify Experts
We identify key publishers and experts that consistently review and recommend Toaster Ovens.
Capture Rankings
For each publisher we find a currently recommended "top 10" list of Toaster Ovens, it must be updated in the last 9 months.
Aggregate Rankings
We put all those lists together and aggregate them. The more frequently a product is recommended, the higher it is in our ranking
Experts chosen for May 2023 ranking
Wirecutter
Homes & Gardens
Simply Recipes
The Spruce Eats
Good Housekeeping
CNET
HealthyKitchen 101
Business Insider
The Kitchn
Reviewed
We ranked Cuisinart TOA-65 #3 in May 2023 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Toaster Ovens” rankings.
- Out of those, 1 expert ranked Cuisinart TOA-65 as #1.
Simply Recipes
Best with Air Fryer
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Pros
Air fries quickly
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Cons
Top of the interior can be tricky to clean
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Good Housekeeping
Best Toaster Oven Airfryer
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Pros
Cooks quickly and powerfully
Loaded with pre-set cooking temps and times
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Cons
Keep an eye on it, as it cooks quicker than you'd expect
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Business Insider
Best Toaster Oven Overall
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Pros
Has convection cooking/air frying
large enough to fit a 12-inch pizza
provides consistent heat
cooked pizza, chicken, and cookies quickly and evenly
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Cons
Temperature settings appear to be inaccurate
did not toast evenly
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We ranked Breville Smart Oven #4 in May 2023 because:
- 4 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Toaster Ovens” rankings.
The Spruce Eats
Best Versatile
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Pros
Quick and accurate heating
Large capacity
Easy-to-use settings
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Cons
Expensive
No custom timer setting
Cool spots around edges
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Business Insider
Best Large-Capacity Toaster Oven
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Pros
Can fit nine slices of toast and a 12-inch pizza
provides consistent and even heat
features convection cooking/air frying
attractive backlit digital display with several functions and sub-functions
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Cons
Temperature settings were consistently higher than what we measured
slow to preheat
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We ranked Ninja SP101 #5 in May 2023 because:
- 4 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Toaster Ovens” rankings.
Homes & Gardens
Best toaster oven for small kitchens
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Pros
Folds away to create counter space
Sleek curved display
Easy to clean
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Cons
Not the largest capacity
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The Spruce Eats
Best for Big Families
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Pros
Powerful and compact
Many cooking settings, including air-frying
Easy to clean
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Cons
Expensive
Front door gets very hot when in use
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Reviewed
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Pros
Large nonstick sheet pan included
Easy to read digital controls
Easy to clean
Can also air fry
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Cons
Too short
Takes up a lot of counter space
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We ranked Breville BOV450XL #6 in May 2023 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Toaster Ovens” rankings.
HealthyKitchen 101
Best Small Toaster Oven
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Pros
Unique feature buttons
Non-stick interior
High-contrast digital display
Sturdy construction
Cool-touch door handle
Easy-to-clean stainless steel exterior
Convenient slide-out crumb tray
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Cons
No interior lighting
No convection fan
Inconsistent heating elements
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We ranked Instant Omni Plus 18L #7 in May 2023 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Toaster Ovens” rankings.
Homes & Gardens
Best toaster oven for versatility
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Pros
Cooks superbly
Sleek and easy to use digital interface
10 different cooking functions, including rotisserie
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Cons
Pre-heating takes longer than others
Kind of noisy
Door pull can be hot to the touch if oven left on for an extended period of time
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The Spruce Eats
Best With Air Fryer
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Pros
Multifuntional
Large capacity
Simple digital controls
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Cons
Expensive
Minor hot spot
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HealthyKitchen 101
Best Air Fryer Toaster Oven
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Pros
Informative and eye-catching package
Smart Programs and cooking status bar
Electrical safety feature for the door
Convenient removable oven bottom tray
Safeguards for bottom heating elements
Complimentary app with detailed instructions and numerous recipes
Helpful toggles
Easy-to-clean stainless steel exterior
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Cons
Touchscreen digital displays need more contrast
The master-control knob can be confusing
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We ranked KitchenAid KCO211 #8 in May 2023 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Toaster Ovens” rankings.
- Out of those, 1 expert ranked KitchenAid KCO211 as #1.
The Spruce Eats
Best Overall
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Pros
Even cooking
Lots of presets with detailed instructions
Easy cleaning
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Cons
Exterior gets hot while in use
No interior light
Minor cool spots
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Good Housekeeping
Best Toaster Oven for Toasting
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Pros
Intuitive control panel
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Cons
Preheat alert is quiet
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We ranked Cosori CO130-AO #9 in May 2023 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Toaster Ovens” rankings.
- Out of those, 1 expert ranked Cosori CO130-AO as #1.
HealthyKitchen 101
Best Overall
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Pros
Great value in terms of functionality and accessories
Straightforward controls
Useful toggles
High-contrast digital display
Sturdy construction
Easy-to-clean stainless steel exterior
Cool-touch door handle
Spacious cooking chamber
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Cons
No safety mechanism for the door
Convection fan isn’t all-applicable
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Reviewed
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Pros
Good air frying, baking and broiling
Comes with a rotisserie
Digital Controls
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Cons
Toast comes out too dark
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We ranked Cuisinart TOA-60 #10 in May 2023 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Toaster Ovens” rankings.
Homes & Gardens
Best toaster oven for first-timers
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Pros
Seven cooking modes
Speedy cooking
Energy and heat-efficient
Interior light
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Cons
Tricky to set accurate temperatures
Accessories can't go in the dishwasher
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The Spruce Eats
Best Large-Capacity
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Pros
Large capacity
Excellent air-fryer performance
Quick heating
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Cons
Expensive
Runs hot on bake mode
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HealthyKitchen 101
Best Convection
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Pros
Simple and straight-to-the-point control knobs
Sturdy design and durable material
Convection fan is all-applicable
Electrical safety feature for the door
Convenient slide-out crumb tray
Easy-to-clean stainless steel exterior
Plenty of recipes included in the user manual
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Cons
Opening the door also turns off the light
A bit heavier and taller than other same-type ovens
Not very budget-friendly
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We ranked Hamilton 31123D #11 in May 2023 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Toaster Ovens” rankings.
Reviewed
Best Value / Editors' Choice
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Pros
Quick toasting
Convection capable
Easy roll-back door
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Cons
No electronic controls
Poor browning capability
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We ranked Hamilton Beach 31401 #12 in May 2023 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Toaster Ovens” rankings.
Business Insider
Best small toaster oven
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Pros
Preheats quickly
affordable
small footprint
stay-on timer
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Cons
Took the longest to make pizzacookies, and chicken
only fits a 9-inch pizza or smaller
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We ranked Breville Smart Oven Air Fryer #13 in May 2023 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Toaster Ovens” rankings.
Homes & Gardens
Best toaster oven for toast
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Pros
Easy to use
Great toast setting
Makes perfect pizza
Makes great fries
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Cons
Frustrating instructions
Parts aren't dishwasher-safe
Magnetic autoeject rack can be tricky to use
Price
Pay for longer warranty
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The Spruce Eats
Best Splurge
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Pros
Large capacity
Many functions
Effective cooking
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Cons
Expensive
Cool spots on sides
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We ranked Calphalon Performance Cool Touch #14 in May 2023 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Toaster Ovens” rankings.
Homes & Gardens
Best toaster oven for safety features
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Pros
Exterior stays cool to the touch while cooking
12 cooking functions
Turbo Convection and Programmable Step Cook feature
Easy-to-read LCD screen
Glass door to see what’s inside
Several accessories
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Cons
Does not include an air frying feature (that's a different model)
No recipe booklet
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