Bang for your buck
I looked for a whole year for a toaster as my old one slowly gave way. Three weeks ago I bought the T-fal 2-slice toaster and have been ecstatic about the way it performs. It toasts evenly and the bagel function works great. Also I had no idea what a "toast lift" was, but it does just what it says so that I no longer have to stick my fingers down inside to grab the toast. It's also about as stylish as a toaster can be...didn't buy it solely for that reason, but nonetheless, it's the "sports car" of toasters. I've never written a review before, but I am so absolutely pleased with this toaster that I decided to let others know. I highly recommend this toaster.
Mixed Blessing
Bought this toaster after reading the favorable reviews. My thoughts after one week of family use are mixed.
The good points: toasts evenly, like the lift handle concept and the slanted front face for easier access, the inside basket is beefy, secure and won't fail like my Cuisinart from repeated-use metal fatigue. Also bagel and re-heat options (via button use) are nice features.
My only detrimental comment relates to the heat settings. Unlike my previous toasters where one setting more or less worked for all bread types, this one needs separate settings for different bread types. For example, an effective setting for sliced sourdough bread on my toaster is 4 but a split sourdough dinner roll (2x thickness) needs to be at 2.5 setting or it will be badly burnt; why???? Do I need to mark various settings on the toaster so all family members are aware? Well, I did just that.
On a side note, stick to what fits in the basket because if the bread itself...
Toastmaster!
An excellent toaster: faster than my last one; browns evenly on both sides; love the slanted slots (can easily watch for that perfect moment when it's just the way I like it); all controls are large enough and well positioned; I use the reheat function to warm already buttered toast...ummmmm! Looking forward to using the bagel setting and eating bagels toasted crunchy on only the cut side (then buttered and reheated... can't wait!).
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