Wattage<\/strong>
<\/h3>\n\n\n\nYour toaster oven\u2019s wattage controls how fast and hot it prepares food as well as its power draw. Generally speaking, toaster ovens will have about 1200 to 1800 watts of power. We tend to think that anything in this range is fine, with 1500 being the sweet spot for an average-sized toaster oven.
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Note:<\/strong> Before you purchase a toaster oven for your dorm room, make sure that your school allows them! Many universities have wattage restrictions for appliances in dorm rooms.
<\/p>\n\n\n\nTemperature Control<\/strong>
<\/h3>\n\n\n\nToaster ovens are typically capable of heating from 150\u00b0F to 500\u00b0F, about the range of a conventional oven. Some may reach a max of only 400\u00b0F to 450\u00b0F. We tend to think that 400\u00b0F is the least you should settle for. Baking temperatures for most foods are between 350\u00b0F and 400\u00b0F, though some recipes call for higher temperatures. With a max temperature of 450\u00b0F, your toaster oven should be able to handle virtually any recipe.
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Size<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nSize is hard to come by in college, particularly if you\u2019re living in a dorm room. Most toaster ovens are relatively small — they are typically about the same size as a microwave. You\u2019ll also want to think about the size of the interior. What kinds of recipes do you plan to make with it? The largest models are capable of cooking a full 12\u201d pizza, or fitting two 9\u201d baking pans. Of course, that may be more room than you need. If you opt for a more compact model, you might be sacrificing your ability to make larger meals, but you\u2019ll also be saving counter space.
<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Functions<\/strong>
<\/h3>\n\n\n\nThe traditional toaster oven has three functions: bake<\/strong>, toast<\/strong>, and broil<\/strong>. You should be able to get by fine with these three settings. However, current models of toaster ovens typically come with tons of extra functions that let you exert more control over your cooking. You may never use some of them, but others can come in handy. We particularly like toaster ovens that come with a convection oven<\/strong> setting and a roast<\/strong> setting. These functions will help you make the most out of your toaster oven and are often available in models that are still affordable.
<\/p>\n\n\n\nSpecial Features<\/strong>
<\/h3>\n\n\n\nToaster ovens increasingly come tricked out with useful, but sometimes unnecessary special features and accessories. A few to look out for are an interior light<\/strong>, an LCD display<\/strong>, a removable crumb and drip tray<\/strong>, a timer,<\/strong> and moveable and removable racks<\/strong>. These features are all pretty standard in toaster ovens on the market in 2019, but you should still check to make sure they are included. Some might also feature extra bells and whistles like a pizza tray or even a rotisserie spit. Great, but will you ever use them? Think about what you like to cook and what kinds of accessories you\u2019ll absolutely need before dropping extra cash on these kinds of features.
<\/p>\n\n\n\nCleaning<\/strong>
<\/h3>\n\n\n\nToaster ovens are often not so easy to clean. Unlike microwaves, they can heat food to a crisp, and, if you\u2019re not careful, may leave burnt food residue inside the oven. Some toaster ovens come with certain features that make cleaning an easier process, such as a nonstick interior<\/strong>, or a crumb and drip tray<\/strong>. Make sure the interior is easy to access so that cleaning is a comfortable process as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\nPrice<\/strong>
<\/h3>\n\n\n\nMoney is always a consideration and sometimes the determining factor. While you definitely don\u2019t need to break the bank on a toaster oven, you should balance your needs and expectations against the potential cost. In our product recommendations, we\u2019ve included budget, midrange, and splurge options so you can choose the model that best suits your needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Our Favorite Toaster Ovens<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nHamilton Beach 31123D<\/strong><\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n\n![](\"\/\/ws-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/widgets\/q?_encoding=UTF8&MarketPlace=US&ASIN=B06WGNC8Q4&ServiceVersion=20070822&ID=AsinImage&WS=1&Format=_SL250_&tag=t03e90-20\")
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\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\nIf easy cleaning and a low sticker price are priorities for you, look no further than the Hamilton Beach 311263D<\/strong>. This super affordable toaster oven includes many features that help make the cleaning process easier, including a removable crumb tray and a large, roll-top door that makes it easy to access the entire interior space. While it doesn\u2019t have a plethora of settings, it does feature the important ones (bake, broil, and toast) as well as a convection oven setting. We like how simple it is to operate as well. With only three knobs that control the heat, the setting, and the timer, it is intuitive to use.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\nSee on Amazon<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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\n\n\n\nBreville Mini Smart Oven (BOV450XL)<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n\n![](\"\/\/ws-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/widgets\/q?_encoding=UTF8&MarketPlace=US&ASIN=B006CVVA7I&ServiceVersion=20070822&ID=AsinImage&WS=1&Format=_SL250_&tag=t03e90-20\")
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\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\nThe Breville Mini Smart Oven<\/a><\/strong> is an all-around excellent toaster oven. At about $150 on Amazon, it is a bit of a splurge selection by our standards, but still fairly affordable. Breville\u2019s Smart Oven line uses \u201cElement IQ\u201d technology to transfer heat evenly throughout the oven. That might be a bunch of marketing mumbo jumbo, but it undeniably cooks well. The real perk here, however, is the plethora of functions and handy features. There are eight basic cooking settings: cookies, reheat, pizza, bagel, toast, bake, broil, and roast. There is a separate frozen food button as well, which readjusts the settings for defrosting. When toasting, you can set the darkness you wish to toast to as well as the number of slices you\u2019re working with. The Mini Smart Oven is also super easy to clean, with a fully removable crumb and drip tray as well as a non-stick interior. And while it is quite compact, it still has enough room for a 9\u201d square cooking tray or an 11\u201d pizza pan.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\nSee on Amazon<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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\n\n\n\nPanasonic FlashXpress<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n\n![](\"\/\/ws-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/widgets\/q?_encoding=UTF8&MarketPlace=US&ASIN=B00E07D76S&ServiceVersion=20070822&ID=AsinImage&WS=1&Format=_SL250_&tag=t03e90-20\")
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\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\nThe compact and efficient Panasonic FlashXpress<\/a><\/strong> is in many ways a perfect college toaster oven. It may look outdated and goofy, but it has a diehard fan base who rave about how well it cooks. The FlashXpress is about 1 cubic foot in total volume with an interior cooking area large enough to fit a nine inch pizza. It uses quartz and ceramic infrared heating elements positioned near and far, helping to cook your food evenly, crisply, and quickly. The FlashXpress cooks slightly faster than most of the competition, but without sacrificing quality. It doesn\u2019t have a broil setting, but it does have settings for specific meals like pizza and waffles and is capable of heating up to 500\u00b0F. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\nSee on Amazon<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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\n\n\n\nBlack and Decker CTO6335S<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n\n![](\"\/\/ws-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/widgets\/q?_encoding=UTF8&MarketPlace=US&ASIN=B0043E6PLC&ServiceVersion=20070822&ID=AsinImage&WS=1&Format=_SL250_&tag=t03e90-20\")
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\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\nIf you\u2019re looking for a great budget toaster oven that\u2019s loaded with features, consider the Black and Decker CTO6335S<\/a><\/strong>. The CTO6335S features eight settings, including a setting for frozen foods and one for potatoes. There is also a convection fan for faster and more even baking. Cleaning is easy, thanks to its nonstick interior, a movable rack, and a removable crumb and drip tray. The oven is also relatively large, with an oven space capable of cooking 12\u201d pizzas.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Temperature Control<\/strong>
<\/h3>\n\n\n\nToaster ovens are typically capable of heating from 150\u00b0F to 500\u00b0F, about the range of a conventional oven. Some may reach a max of only 400\u00b0F to 450\u00b0F. We tend to think that 400\u00b0F is the least you should settle for. Baking temperatures for most foods are between 350\u00b0F and 400\u00b0F, though some recipes call for higher temperatures. With a max temperature of 450\u00b0F, your toaster oven should be able to handle virtually any recipe.
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Size<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nSize is hard to come by in college, particularly if you\u2019re living in a dorm room. Most toaster ovens are relatively small — they are typically about the same size as a microwave. You\u2019ll also want to think about the size of the interior. What kinds of recipes do you plan to make with it? The largest models are capable of cooking a full 12\u201d pizza, or fitting two 9\u201d baking pans. Of course, that may be more room than you need. If you opt for a more compact model, you might be sacrificing your ability to make larger meals, but you\u2019ll also be saving counter space.
<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Functions<\/strong>
<\/h3>\n\n\n\nThe traditional toaster oven has three functions: bake<\/strong>, toast<\/strong>, and broil<\/strong>. You should be able to get by fine with these three settings. However, current models of toaster ovens typically come with tons of extra functions that let you exert more control over your cooking. You may never use some of them, but others can come in handy. We particularly like toaster ovens that come with a convection oven<\/strong> setting and a roast<\/strong> setting. These functions will help you make the most out of your toaster oven and are often available in models that are still affordable.
<\/p>\n\n\n\nSpecial Features<\/strong>
<\/h3>\n\n\n\nToaster ovens increasingly come tricked out with useful, but sometimes unnecessary special features and accessories. A few to look out for are an interior light<\/strong>, an LCD display<\/strong>, a removable crumb and drip tray<\/strong>, a timer,<\/strong> and moveable and removable racks<\/strong>. These features are all pretty standard in toaster ovens on the market in 2019, but you should still check to make sure they are included. Some might also feature extra bells and whistles like a pizza tray or even a rotisserie spit. Great, but will you ever use them? Think about what you like to cook and what kinds of accessories you\u2019ll absolutely need before dropping extra cash on these kinds of features.
<\/p>\n\n\n\nCleaning<\/strong>
<\/h3>\n\n\n\nToaster ovens are often not so easy to clean. Unlike microwaves, they can heat food to a crisp, and, if you\u2019re not careful, may leave burnt food residue inside the oven. Some toaster ovens come with certain features that make cleaning an easier process, such as a nonstick interior<\/strong>, or a crumb and drip tray<\/strong>. Make sure the interior is easy to access so that cleaning is a comfortable process as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\nPrice<\/strong>
<\/h3>\n\n\n\nMoney is always a consideration and sometimes the determining factor. While you definitely don\u2019t need to break the bank on a toaster oven, you should balance your needs and expectations against the potential cost. In our product recommendations, we\u2019ve included budget, midrange, and splurge options so you can choose the model that best suits your needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Our Favorite Toaster Ovens<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nHamilton Beach 31123D<\/strong><\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n\n<\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\nIf easy cleaning and a low sticker price are priorities for you, look no further than the Hamilton Beach 311263D<\/strong>. This super affordable toaster oven includes many features that help make the cleaning process easier, including a removable crumb tray and a large, roll-top door that makes it easy to access the entire interior space. While it doesn\u2019t have a plethora of settings, it does feature the important ones (bake, broil, and toast) as well as a convection oven setting. We like how simple it is to operate as well. With only three knobs that control the heat, the setting, and the timer, it is intuitive to use.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\nSee on Amazon<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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\n\n\n\nBreville Mini Smart Oven (BOV450XL)<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n\n<\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\nThe Breville Mini Smart Oven<\/a><\/strong> is an all-around excellent toaster oven. At about $150 on Amazon, it is a bit of a splurge selection by our standards, but still fairly affordable. Breville\u2019s Smart Oven line uses \u201cElement IQ\u201d technology to transfer heat evenly throughout the oven. That might be a bunch of marketing mumbo jumbo, but it undeniably cooks well. The real perk here, however, is the plethora of functions and handy features. There are eight basic cooking settings: cookies, reheat, pizza, bagel, toast, bake, broil, and roast. There is a separate frozen food button as well, which readjusts the settings for defrosting. When toasting, you can set the darkness you wish to toast to as well as the number of slices you\u2019re working with. The Mini Smart Oven is also super easy to clean, with a fully removable crumb and drip tray as well as a non-stick interior. And while it is quite compact, it still has enough room for a 9\u201d square cooking tray or an 11\u201d pizza pan.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\nSee on Amazon<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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\n\n\n\nPanasonic FlashXpress<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n\n<\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\nThe compact and efficient Panasonic FlashXpress<\/a><\/strong> is in many ways a perfect college toaster oven. It may look outdated and goofy, but it has a diehard fan base who rave about how well it cooks. The FlashXpress is about 1 cubic foot in total volume with an interior cooking area large enough to fit a nine inch pizza. It uses quartz and ceramic infrared heating elements positioned near and far, helping to cook your food evenly, crisply, and quickly. The FlashXpress cooks slightly faster than most of the competition, but without sacrificing quality. It doesn\u2019t have a broil setting, but it does have settings for specific meals like pizza and waffles and is capable of heating up to 500\u00b0F. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\nSee on Amazon<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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\n\n\n\nBlack and Decker CTO6335S<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n\n<\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\nIf you\u2019re looking for a great budget toaster oven that\u2019s loaded with features, consider the Black and Decker CTO6335S<\/a><\/strong>. The CTO6335S features eight settings, including a setting for frozen foods and one for potatoes. There is also a convection fan for faster and more even baking. Cleaning is easy, thanks to its nonstick interior, a movable rack, and a removable crumb and drip tray. The oven is also relatively large, with an oven space capable of cooking 12\u201d pizzas.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Size is hard to come by in college, particularly if you\u2019re living in a dorm room. Most toaster ovens are relatively small — they are typically about the same size as a microwave. You\u2019ll also want to think about the size of the interior. What kinds of recipes do you plan to make with it? The largest models are capable of cooking a full 12\u201d pizza, or fitting two 9\u201d baking pans. Of course, that may be more room than you need. If you opt for a more compact model, you might be sacrificing your ability to make larger meals, but you\u2019ll also be saving counter space.
<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Functions<\/strong>
<\/h3>\n\n\n\nThe traditional toaster oven has three functions: bake<\/strong>, toast<\/strong>, and broil<\/strong>. You should be able to get by fine with these three settings. However, current models of toaster ovens typically come with tons of extra functions that let you exert more control over your cooking. You may never use some of them, but others can come in handy. We particularly like toaster ovens that come with a convection oven<\/strong> setting and a roast<\/strong> setting. These functions will help you make the most out of your toaster oven and are often available in models that are still affordable.
<\/p>\n\n\n\nSpecial Features<\/strong>
<\/h3>\n\n\n\nToaster ovens increasingly come tricked out with useful, but sometimes unnecessary special features and accessories. A few to look out for are an interior light<\/strong>, an LCD display<\/strong>, a removable crumb and drip tray<\/strong>, a timer,<\/strong> and moveable and removable racks<\/strong>. These features are all pretty standard in toaster ovens on the market in 2019, but you should still check to make sure they are included. Some might also feature extra bells and whistles like a pizza tray or even a rotisserie spit. Great, but will you ever use them? Think about what you like to cook and what kinds of accessories you\u2019ll absolutely need before dropping extra cash on these kinds of features.
<\/p>\n\n\n\nCleaning<\/strong>
<\/h3>\n\n\n\nToaster ovens are often not so easy to clean. Unlike microwaves, they can heat food to a crisp, and, if you\u2019re not careful, may leave burnt food residue inside the oven. Some toaster ovens come with certain features that make cleaning an easier process, such as a nonstick interior<\/strong>, or a crumb and drip tray<\/strong>. Make sure the interior is easy to access so that cleaning is a comfortable process as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\nPrice<\/strong>
<\/h3>\n\n\n\nMoney is always a consideration and sometimes the determining factor. While you definitely don\u2019t need to break the bank on a toaster oven, you should balance your needs and expectations against the potential cost. In our product recommendations, we\u2019ve included budget, midrange, and splurge options so you can choose the model that best suits your needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Our Favorite Toaster Ovens<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nHamilton Beach 31123D<\/strong><\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n\n<\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\nIf easy cleaning and a low sticker price are priorities for you, look no further than the Hamilton Beach 311263D<\/strong>. This super affordable toaster oven includes many features that help make the cleaning process easier, including a removable crumb tray and a large, roll-top door that makes it easy to access the entire interior space. While it doesn\u2019t have a plethora of settings, it does feature the important ones (bake, broil, and toast) as well as a convection oven setting. We like how simple it is to operate as well. With only three knobs that control the heat, the setting, and the timer, it is intuitive to use.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\nSee on Amazon<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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\n\n\n\nBreville Mini Smart Oven (BOV450XL)<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n\n<\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\nThe Breville Mini Smart Oven<\/a><\/strong> is an all-around excellent toaster oven. At about $150 on Amazon, it is a bit of a splurge selection by our standards, but still fairly affordable. Breville\u2019s Smart Oven line uses \u201cElement IQ\u201d technology to transfer heat evenly throughout the oven. That might be a bunch of marketing mumbo jumbo, but it undeniably cooks well. The real perk here, however, is the plethora of functions and handy features. There are eight basic cooking settings: cookies, reheat, pizza, bagel, toast, bake, broil, and roast. There is a separate frozen food button as well, which readjusts the settings for defrosting. When toasting, you can set the darkness you wish to toast to as well as the number of slices you\u2019re working with. The Mini Smart Oven is also super easy to clean, with a fully removable crumb and drip tray as well as a non-stick interior. And while it is quite compact, it still has enough room for a 9\u201d square cooking tray or an 11\u201d pizza pan.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\nSee on Amazon<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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\n\n\n\nPanasonic FlashXpress<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n\n<\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\nThe compact and efficient Panasonic FlashXpress<\/a><\/strong> is in many ways a perfect college toaster oven. It may look outdated and goofy, but it has a diehard fan base who rave about how well it cooks. The FlashXpress is about 1 cubic foot in total volume with an interior cooking area large enough to fit a nine inch pizza. It uses quartz and ceramic infrared heating elements positioned near and far, helping to cook your food evenly, crisply, and quickly. The FlashXpress cooks slightly faster than most of the competition, but without sacrificing quality. It doesn\u2019t have a broil setting, but it does have settings for specific meals like pizza and waffles and is capable of heating up to 500\u00b0F. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\nSee on Amazon<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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\n\n\n\nBlack and Decker CTO6335S<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n\n<\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\nIf you\u2019re looking for a great budget toaster oven that\u2019s loaded with features, consider the Black and Decker CTO6335S<\/a><\/strong>. The CTO6335S features eight settings, including a setting for frozen foods and one for potatoes. There is also a convection fan for faster and more even baking. Cleaning is easy, thanks to its nonstick interior, a movable rack, and a removable crumb and drip tray. The oven is also relatively large, with an oven space capable of cooking 12\u201d pizzas.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Special Features<\/strong>
<\/h3>\n\n\n\nToaster ovens increasingly come tricked out with useful, but sometimes unnecessary special features and accessories. A few to look out for are an interior light<\/strong>, an LCD display<\/strong>, a removable crumb and drip tray<\/strong>, a timer,<\/strong> and moveable and removable racks<\/strong>. These features are all pretty standard in toaster ovens on the market in 2019, but you should still check to make sure they are included. Some might also feature extra bells and whistles like a pizza tray or even a rotisserie spit. Great, but will you ever use them? Think about what you like to cook and what kinds of accessories you\u2019ll absolutely need before dropping extra cash on these kinds of features.
<\/p>\n\n\n\nCleaning<\/strong>
<\/h3>\n\n\n\nToaster ovens are often not so easy to clean. Unlike microwaves, they can heat food to a crisp, and, if you\u2019re not careful, may leave burnt food residue inside the oven. Some toaster ovens come with certain features that make cleaning an easier process, such as a nonstick interior<\/strong>, or a crumb and drip tray<\/strong>. Make sure the interior is easy to access so that cleaning is a comfortable process as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\nPrice<\/strong>
<\/h3>\n\n\n\nMoney is always a consideration and sometimes the determining factor. While you definitely don\u2019t need to break the bank on a toaster oven, you should balance your needs and expectations against the potential cost. In our product recommendations, we\u2019ve included budget, midrange, and splurge options so you can choose the model that best suits your needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Our Favorite Toaster Ovens<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nHamilton Beach 31123D<\/strong><\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n\n<\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\nIf easy cleaning and a low sticker price are priorities for you, look no further than the Hamilton Beach 311263D<\/strong>. This super affordable toaster oven includes many features that help make the cleaning process easier, including a removable crumb tray and a large, roll-top door that makes it easy to access the entire interior space. While it doesn\u2019t have a plethora of settings, it does feature the important ones (bake, broil, and toast) as well as a convection oven setting. We like how simple it is to operate as well. With only three knobs that control the heat, the setting, and the timer, it is intuitive to use.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\nSee on Amazon<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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\n\n\n\nBreville Mini Smart Oven (BOV450XL)<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n\n<\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\nThe Breville Mini Smart Oven<\/a><\/strong> is an all-around excellent toaster oven. At about $150 on Amazon, it is a bit of a splurge selection by our standards, but still fairly affordable. Breville\u2019s Smart Oven line uses \u201cElement IQ\u201d technology to transfer heat evenly throughout the oven. That might be a bunch of marketing mumbo jumbo, but it undeniably cooks well. The real perk here, however, is the plethora of functions and handy features. There are eight basic cooking settings: cookies, reheat, pizza, bagel, toast, bake, broil, and roast. There is a separate frozen food button as well, which readjusts the settings for defrosting. When toasting, you can set the darkness you wish to toast to as well as the number of slices you\u2019re working with. The Mini Smart Oven is also super easy to clean, with a fully removable crumb and drip tray as well as a non-stick interior. And while it is quite compact, it still has enough room for a 9\u201d square cooking tray or an 11\u201d pizza pan.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\nSee on Amazon<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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\n\n\n\nPanasonic FlashXpress<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n\n<\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\nThe compact and efficient Panasonic FlashXpress<\/a><\/strong> is in many ways a perfect college toaster oven. It may look outdated and goofy, but it has a diehard fan base who rave about how well it cooks. The FlashXpress is about 1 cubic foot in total volume with an interior cooking area large enough to fit a nine inch pizza. It uses quartz and ceramic infrared heating elements positioned near and far, helping to cook your food evenly, crisply, and quickly. The FlashXpress cooks slightly faster than most of the competition, but without sacrificing quality. It doesn\u2019t have a broil setting, but it does have settings for specific meals like pizza and waffles and is capable of heating up to 500\u00b0F. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\nSee on Amazon<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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\n\n\n\nBlack and Decker CTO6335S<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n\n<\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\nIf you\u2019re looking for a great budget toaster oven that\u2019s loaded with features, consider the Black and Decker CTO6335S<\/a><\/strong>. The CTO6335S features eight settings, including a setting for frozen foods and one for potatoes. There is also a convection fan for faster and more even baking. Cleaning is easy, thanks to its nonstick interior, a movable rack, and a removable crumb and drip tray. The oven is also relatively large, with an oven space capable of cooking 12\u201d pizzas.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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<\/h3>\n\n\n\nToaster ovens are often not so easy to clean. Unlike microwaves, they can heat food to a crisp, and, if you\u2019re not careful, may leave burnt food residue inside the oven. Some toaster ovens come with certain features that make cleaning an easier process, such as a nonstick interior<\/strong>, or a crumb and drip tray<\/strong>. Make sure the interior is easy to access so that cleaning is a comfortable process as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\nPrice<\/strong>
<\/h3>\n\n\n\nMoney is always a consideration and sometimes the determining factor. While you definitely don\u2019t need to break the bank on a toaster oven, you should balance your needs and expectations against the potential cost. In our product recommendations, we\u2019ve included budget, midrange, and splurge options so you can choose the model that best suits your needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Our Favorite Toaster Ovens<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nHamilton Beach 31123D<\/strong><\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n\n<\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\nIf easy cleaning and a low sticker price are priorities for you, look no further than the Hamilton Beach 311263D<\/strong>. This super affordable toaster oven includes many features that help make the cleaning process easier, including a removable crumb tray and a large, roll-top door that makes it easy to access the entire interior space. While it doesn\u2019t have a plethora of settings, it does feature the important ones (bake, broil, and toast) as well as a convection oven setting. We like how simple it is to operate as well. With only three knobs that control the heat, the setting, and the timer, it is intuitive to use.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\nSee on Amazon<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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\n\n\n\nBreville Mini Smart Oven (BOV450XL)<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n\n<\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\nThe Breville Mini Smart Oven<\/a><\/strong> is an all-around excellent toaster oven. At about $150 on Amazon, it is a bit of a splurge selection by our standards, but still fairly affordable. Breville\u2019s Smart Oven line uses \u201cElement IQ\u201d technology to transfer heat evenly throughout the oven. That might be a bunch of marketing mumbo jumbo, but it undeniably cooks well. The real perk here, however, is the plethora of functions and handy features. There are eight basic cooking settings: cookies, reheat, pizza, bagel, toast, bake, broil, and roast. There is a separate frozen food button as well, which readjusts the settings for defrosting. When toasting, you can set the darkness you wish to toast to as well as the number of slices you\u2019re working with. The Mini Smart Oven is also super easy to clean, with a fully removable crumb and drip tray as well as a non-stick interior. And while it is quite compact, it still has enough room for a 9\u201d square cooking tray or an 11\u201d pizza pan.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\nSee on Amazon<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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\n\n\n\nPanasonic FlashXpress<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n\n<\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\nThe compact and efficient Panasonic FlashXpress<\/a><\/strong> is in many ways a perfect college toaster oven. It may look outdated and goofy, but it has a diehard fan base who rave about how well it cooks. The FlashXpress is about 1 cubic foot in total volume with an interior cooking area large enough to fit a nine inch pizza. It uses quartz and ceramic infrared heating elements positioned near and far, helping to cook your food evenly, crisply, and quickly. The FlashXpress cooks slightly faster than most of the competition, but without sacrificing quality. It doesn\u2019t have a broil setting, but it does have settings for specific meals like pizza and waffles and is capable of heating up to 500\u00b0F. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\nSee on Amazon<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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\n\n\n\nBlack and Decker CTO6335S<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n\n<\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\nIf you\u2019re looking for a great budget toaster oven that\u2019s loaded with features, consider the Black and Decker CTO6335S<\/a><\/strong>. The CTO6335S features eight settings, including a setting for frozen foods and one for potatoes. There is also a convection fan for faster and more even baking. Cleaning is easy, thanks to its nonstick interior, a movable rack, and a removable crumb and drip tray. The oven is also relatively large, with an oven space capable of cooking 12\u201d pizzas.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
Price<\/strong>
<\/h3>\n\n\n\nMoney is always a consideration and sometimes the determining factor. While you definitely don\u2019t need to break the bank on a toaster oven, you should balance your needs and expectations against the potential cost. In our product recommendations, we\u2019ve included budget, midrange, and splurge options so you can choose the model that best suits your needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Our Favorite Toaster Ovens<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nHamilton Beach 31123D<\/strong><\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n\n<\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\nIf easy cleaning and a low sticker price are priorities for you, look no further than the Hamilton Beach 311263D<\/strong>. This super affordable toaster oven includes many features that help make the cleaning process easier, including a removable crumb tray and a large, roll-top door that makes it easy to access the entire interior space. While it doesn\u2019t have a plethora of settings, it does feature the important ones (bake, broil, and toast) as well as a convection oven setting. We like how simple it is to operate as well. With only three knobs that control the heat, the setting, and the timer, it is intuitive to use.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\nSee on Amazon<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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\n\n\n\nBreville Mini Smart Oven (BOV450XL)<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n\n<\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\nThe Breville Mini Smart Oven<\/a><\/strong> is an all-around excellent toaster oven. At about $150 on Amazon, it is a bit of a splurge selection by our standards, but still fairly affordable. Breville\u2019s Smart Oven line uses \u201cElement IQ\u201d technology to transfer heat evenly throughout the oven. That might be a bunch of marketing mumbo jumbo, but it undeniably cooks well. The real perk here, however, is the plethora of functions and handy features. There are eight basic cooking settings: cookies, reheat, pizza, bagel, toast, bake, broil, and roast. There is a separate frozen food button as well, which readjusts the settings for defrosting. When toasting, you can set the darkness you wish to toast to as well as the number of slices you\u2019re working with. The Mini Smart Oven is also super easy to clean, with a fully removable crumb and drip tray as well as a non-stick interior. And while it is quite compact, it still has enough room for a 9\u201d square cooking tray or an 11\u201d pizza pan.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\nSee on Amazon<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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\n\n\n\nPanasonic FlashXpress<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n\n<\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\nThe compact and efficient Panasonic FlashXpress<\/a><\/strong> is in many ways a perfect college toaster oven. It may look outdated and goofy, but it has a diehard fan base who rave about how well it cooks. The FlashXpress is about 1 cubic foot in total volume with an interior cooking area large enough to fit a nine inch pizza. It uses quartz and ceramic infrared heating elements positioned near and far, helping to cook your food evenly, crisply, and quickly. The FlashXpress cooks slightly faster than most of the competition, but without sacrificing quality. It doesn\u2019t have a broil setting, but it does have settings for specific meals like pizza and waffles and is capable of heating up to 500\u00b0F. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\nSee on Amazon<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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\n\n\n\nBlack and Decker CTO6335S<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n\n<\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\nIf you\u2019re looking for a great budget toaster oven that\u2019s loaded with features, consider the Black and Decker CTO6335S<\/a><\/strong>. The CTO6335S features eight settings, including a setting for frozen foods and one for potatoes. There is also a convection fan for faster and more even baking. Cleaning is easy, thanks to its nonstick interior, a movable rack, and a removable crumb and drip tray. The oven is also relatively large, with an oven space capable of cooking 12\u201d pizzas.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
Hamilton Beach 31123D<\/strong><\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n\n<\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\nIf easy cleaning and a low sticker price are priorities for you, look no further than the Hamilton Beach 311263D<\/strong>. This super affordable toaster oven includes many features that help make the cleaning process easier, including a removable crumb tray and a large, roll-top door that makes it easy to access the entire interior space. While it doesn\u2019t have a plethora of settings, it does feature the important ones (bake, broil, and toast) as well as a convection oven setting. We like how simple it is to operate as well. With only three knobs that control the heat, the setting, and the timer, it is intuitive to use.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\nSee on Amazon<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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\n\n\n\nBreville Mini Smart Oven (BOV450XL)<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n\n<\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\nThe Breville Mini Smart Oven<\/a><\/strong> is an all-around excellent toaster oven. At about $150 on Amazon, it is a bit of a splurge selection by our standards, but still fairly affordable. Breville\u2019s Smart Oven line uses \u201cElement IQ\u201d technology to transfer heat evenly throughout the oven. That might be a bunch of marketing mumbo jumbo, but it undeniably cooks well. The real perk here, however, is the plethora of functions and handy features. There are eight basic cooking settings: cookies, reheat, pizza, bagel, toast, bake, broil, and roast. There is a separate frozen food button as well, which readjusts the settings for defrosting. When toasting, you can set the darkness you wish to toast to as well as the number of slices you\u2019re working with. The Mini Smart Oven is also super easy to clean, with a fully removable crumb and drip tray as well as a non-stick interior. And while it is quite compact, it still has enough room for a 9\u201d square cooking tray or an 11\u201d pizza pan.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\nSee on Amazon<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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\n\n\n\nPanasonic FlashXpress<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n\n<\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\nThe compact and efficient Panasonic FlashXpress<\/a><\/strong> is in many ways a perfect college toaster oven. It may look outdated and goofy, but it has a diehard fan base who rave about how well it cooks. The FlashXpress is about 1 cubic foot in total volume with an interior cooking area large enough to fit a nine inch pizza. It uses quartz and ceramic infrared heating elements positioned near and far, helping to cook your food evenly, crisply, and quickly. The FlashXpress cooks slightly faster than most of the competition, but without sacrificing quality. It doesn\u2019t have a broil setting, but it does have settings for specific meals like pizza and waffles and is capable of heating up to 500\u00b0F. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\nSee on Amazon<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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\n\n\n\nBlack and Decker CTO6335S<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n\n<\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\nIf you\u2019re looking for a great budget toaster oven that\u2019s loaded with features, consider the Black and Decker CTO6335S<\/a><\/strong>. The CTO6335S features eight settings, including a setting for frozen foods and one for potatoes. There is also a convection fan for faster and more even baking. Cleaning is easy, thanks to its nonstick interior, a movable rack, and a removable crumb and drip tray. The oven is also relatively large, with an oven space capable of cooking 12\u201d pizzas.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
<\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\nIf easy cleaning and a low sticker price are priorities for you, look no further than the Hamilton Beach 311263D<\/strong>. This super affordable toaster oven includes many features that help make the cleaning process easier, including a removable crumb tray and a large, roll-top door that makes it easy to access the entire interior space. While it doesn\u2019t have a plethora of settings, it does feature the important ones (bake, broil, and toast) as well as a convection oven setting. We like how simple it is to operate as well. With only three knobs that control the heat, the setting, and the timer, it is intuitive to use.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n The Breville Mini Smart Oven<\/a><\/strong> is an all-around excellent toaster oven. At about $150 on Amazon, it is a bit of a splurge selection by our standards, but still fairly affordable. Breville\u2019s Smart Oven line uses \u201cElement IQ\u201d technology to transfer heat evenly throughout the oven. That might be a bunch of marketing mumbo jumbo, but it undeniably cooks well. The real perk here, however, is the plethora of functions and handy features. There are eight basic cooking settings: cookies, reheat, pizza, bagel, toast, bake, broil, and roast. There is a separate frozen food button as well, which readjusts the settings for defrosting. When toasting, you can set the darkness you wish to toast to as well as the number of slices you\u2019re working with. The Mini Smart Oven is also super easy to clean, with a fully removable crumb and drip tray as well as a non-stick interior. And while it is quite compact, it still has enough room for a 9\u201d square cooking tray or an 11\u201d pizza pan.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n The compact and efficient Panasonic FlashXpress<\/a><\/strong> is in many ways a perfect college toaster oven. It may look outdated and goofy, but it has a diehard fan base who rave about how well it cooks. The FlashXpress is about 1 cubic foot in total volume with an interior cooking area large enough to fit a nine inch pizza. It uses quartz and ceramic infrared heating elements positioned near and far, helping to cook your food evenly, crisply, and quickly. The FlashXpress cooks slightly faster than most of the competition, but without sacrificing quality. It doesn\u2019t have a broil setting, but it does have settings for specific meals like pizza and waffles and is capable of heating up to 500\u00b0F. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n If you\u2019re looking for a great budget toaster oven that\u2019s loaded with features, consider the Black and Decker CTO6335S<\/a><\/strong>. The CTO6335S features eight settings, including a setting for frozen foods and one for potatoes. There is also a convection fan for faster and more even baking. Cleaning is easy, thanks to its nonstick interior, a movable rack, and a removable crumb and drip tray. The oven is also relatively large, with an oven space capable of cooking 12\u201d pizzas.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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