Does it toast quickly?
1816426
Yes Rosie..I'm happy with the toaster. I have had many toasters over the years and so far, this one seems to do a good job.
1816427
Yes, I like my toast dark so I keep it on level 5. Also if you use English Muffins use the bagel level.
651463
Probably, yes. It's also a lot smaller than a microwave. We have been very unhappy with this appliance, as it takes forever to toast anything.
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!
891616
Never timed it, but about as fast as any toaster. I'll only say, that for some reason, it toasts them better, in some way, than another cheap toaster we have.
2003895
No it doesn't. We don't have the tempature set above three or it burns the toast. At higher temps it may get hot.
1168958
I love this toaster. It takes about 35 seconds to one minute depending on how dark you want it.
2010132
Yes, it toasts evenly. I am happy with the performance. Try lower settings first. A three on this toaster is like a six on my last toaster.
926323
No. It has a bagel setting that only toasts one side, and a defrost setting.
1729730
It really does! Set how you like your toast and don't worry about burnt toast again. :)
330304
FAST is tough to answer....Personally it's the best toaster I've ever used. The crumb tray is awesome. The adjustments on settings actually works well. It toast bread,bagels and even hamburger buns with ease.Fast enough for my home.
1437172
It has a "ding" but it is not loud. The toaster shuts off at that point, and the toast stays warm until you lift the cage manually.
476098
Yes. See John's answer for explanation of mechanism. I have used this toaster for about 4 months and enjoy the automated features and quality of toast.
1317365
yes it does take longer to toast. I dumped my Krups for a Hamilton Beach. It takes just as long. Disappointed !!!!!
31775
yes but inadequate for toast you have to preheat minimum 10-15 minutes, who that much time in the morning for a piece of toast. During oven use you have to quickly remove the food close the door as the heat lose is so fast. The size of elements are too small. Mine is headed for the Salvation Army or Goodwill.
1009772
No, there IS an auto pop-up for the toaster. And you can set it to toast anywhere from light to dark. Our works great! I have no idea why another comment indicated the quality of the product was not up to par. The only 'complaint' we have is that the 'oven' compartment is very small and its height clearance is minimal as well.
549955
I have the double toaster and I do not find it especially fast. If speed is important you might look elsewhere. It does make a difference in the time depending on the moisture level in the bread.
77820
It has a burner from top and bottom so it does toast both sides. I mainly use it for bagels though.