does it toast evenly on all sides?
278154
I am not happy with this toaster, its spring broke the first time I cleaned out the crumbs and doesn't keep the bread down, and heating is uneven.
278155
No, it does not. Very uneven, top of bread brown, bottom hardly done. Must turn and put back in.
278156
No. When we first tried it the side of toast to the inside of toaster was much lighter and the top crust was burned. Then we started laying the bread on its side and we are having more success. Still a tad lighter on one side, but not enough to hassle with returning the toaster. Have not tried Bagels or anything yet. Just regular bread.
278157
My wife, the boss, says "pretty much so". I am very satisfied with the toaster.
278158
No! This is the worst toaster I ever had! I just got mine this year and sadly I constantly have to flip and turn the toast!
278159
The unit does toast somewhat evenly on all sides, but not so well at the lower heat settings.
278160
No. Much more uneven than any other I've used. Can even leave some parts white while charring the upper edge.
167504
Yes, the bagel function only toasts the inside of the bagel. If you don't select the bagel function the toaster functions normally and toasts both sides of the bread.
100297
Bagel setting only toasts on one side. You put the cut side in towards the middle and that side gets toasted only.
1070488
Both sides will be toasted. Both sides also work even when only one slot is being used. geo
1799381
It gets kind of hot on the side and it is a little slower than other toasters, but it's always toasted evenly.
2066365
I always use tongs because it is so much easier than digging around trying to get the muffin or bagel out. Just a personal preference. And yes it does toast both sides nicely.
1861085
Mostly, yes. However, it seems to fluctuate depending on the type of bread being used. On plain white bread or wheat bread I would say that it toasts evenly.
1295964
No, one lever that does both sides at once. But this has been an excellent toaster, especially for the price.
642048
NO... but if you rub a little butter around the edges of the inside metal, it will help greatly in allowing you to open up the grill (without sticking) to check on the toasting process. Also spread a little butter on both sides of the bread ... this keeps it from sticking to the metal and also makes a nice golden brown color on the bread. You can butter one side and place it face down it inside the grill, then butter the other side (which should be "on top".)
1495980
No. I also have found it to be very light and flimsy. The toast does not always pop up, it just turns off. I'd look a little more.
1502175
No it doesn't. In the instruction pamphlet it states that if you are toasting a single slice you may notice vriations in bread color from side to side.
1618502
Yes, I've toasted a single slice, a half bagel, etc. It's the best overall toaster I've ever owned. :)
2029934
There are heating elements on all sides but the ones in the middle are not as hot as the outside elements. It takes forever for the inside sides to toast. I would not recommend this toaster. I am sorry I purchased it.
191677
If anyone finds a toaster that toasts only on one side, please answer this thread. I had an old Black and Decker that did so, and I can't find a replacement anywhere. THAT is what a true "bagel setting" should do....
857837
No, it doesn't. It has Bake, Broil, Rotisorie, and works very well. I suppose you could put your toast in, and set it on broil and turn it over and toast the other side. I am very pleased with this product.
2029933
Yes, all sides toast. The defrost feature is good too. It defrost and toasts perfectly .
2030829
Yes it does. Have been nothing but pleased with it. Toasts well, bakes well, anything we ask it to do it does very well.