Test Bench 1.0.1 is a minor update to our toaster oven testing methodology. New results from the Cooking Versatility test provide additional information about the toaster oven's performance and features. We've also made some changes to the Pretest Speed test graph to provide more information and make it easier to read.
What's Changed?
Cooking Versatility
- Added maximum power draw and convection mode results.
Preheat Speed
- The graph now includes results for all three thermocouples used for the test, and more clearly shows the temperature goal and preheat done point.
Cooking Versatility
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The Cooking Versatility section now lists the toaster oven's maximum power draw and whether or not it has a convection mode. A higher maximum power draw helps a toaster oven maintain a stable temperature when you're cooking bigger batches and improves cooking speeds. Toaster ovens with convection modes include fan-assisted settings. If you want to use your toaster oven as an air fryer, you'll want a model that has convection. Some models also include 'Convection Bake' or 'Convection Broil' modes, which may use a lower fan speed and are meant to speed up regular baking tasks, like roasting a chicken.
Preheat Speed
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The graph for the Preheat Speed test has been updated to include results for all three thermocouples used for the test. These are placed on the left, right, and in the center of the cooking chamber, so the new graph allows you to see the temperature at various spots in the oven during preheating. To increase legibility, we've also highlighted the temperature goal and 'Preheat Done' point on the graph.
Let Us Know What You Think
What do you think of these changes? Is there anything else you'd like to see in our toaster oven reviews? Let us know in the comments or email us at feedback@rtings.com. Your feedback helps us improve our methodology!
27 Toaster Ovens Updated
We have retested popular models. The test results for the following models have been converted to the new testing methodology. However, the text might be inconsistent with the new results.
- Anova Precision Oven 2.0
- BALMUDA The Toaster
- Black+Decker Natural Convection 4-Slice TO1756SB
- Breville the Joule Oven Air Fryer Pro (Toaster Oven)
- Breville the Mini Smart Oven
- Breville the Smart Oven
- Breville the Smart Oven Air Fryer Compact
- Breville the Smart Oven Air Fryer Pro
- COSORI Smart Air Fryer CS130-AO
- Cuisinart 10-in-1 XL TOA-110
- Cuisinart Air Fryer TOA-60
- Cuisinart Air Fryer TOA-70
- Cuisinart Digital Air Fryer CTOA-130PC3
- Dash Mini DMTO100
- Frigidaire Gallery GCRE306CBF
- Gourmia Digital Air Fryer GTF7900
- Hamilton Beach 31143
- Hamilton Beach Quantum Air Fryer 31350G
- Hamilton Beach Sure-Crisp 31196FG
- Ninja Flip SP151
- Ninja Foodi DT201
- Our Place Wonder Oven (Toaster Oven)
- Our Place Wonder Oven Pro (Toaster Oven)
- Panasonic FlashXpress NB-G110P
- Tovala Smart Oven
- Typhur Sync Oven
- Wolf Gourmet Elite WGCO150S