Black+Decker 2-Slice T2569B vs Cuisinart SimpliTouch XL 2-Slice

The Cuisinart SimpliTouch XL 2-Slice and the Black+Decker 2-Slice T2569B both offer excellent performance for toast, but the Cuisinart comes out ahead overall, since it offers one-sided toasting for bagels, English muffins, and buns, making it the more versatile pick. The Cuisinart also offers a few extras on its touchscreen. You can choose between several baked goods before picking the shade you want. There's also an option to add 15 seconds to the timer if your toast isn't quite dark enough, and another that turns off the burners in one slot when you want to toast a single slice.