On every toaster I've ever used, the bagel setting is used to toast only one side of the bread. On this model, it still toasts both sides but adds a bit of extra time. That seems crazy to me. I can add extra time myself by adjusting the dial. I verified this in the instructions. "The bagel feature adds extra time to the toasting cycle to allow for thicker breads." I specifically looked for a toaster with a bagel function to toast only one side. It wasn't until I started using this Cuisinart that I discovered it doesn't behave that way.
Also, it doesn't include a crumb tray. You must turn it upside down and shake it. At this price point would expect a crumb tray.
Toasts unevenly!!! Significant portions are left completely untoasted on both sides too Exceedingly light in weight, not much to it. No heft to stabilize it
We bought this toaster several years ago and love it. Works like a toaster should, like the options. Easy to use. Finally ran it's course. Looking for the EXACT SAME model to replace it
Deserving of 5 star but SS finish pron to staining
on August 21, 2025
Posted by: RayD'
Gender:Male
Verified Purchase:Yes
This Toaster works perfectly and is deserving of a 5 star rating. The only down side is the Stainless Steel finish, which is pron to staining that does not clean up.
This toaster replaced a 12 year old T-Fal toaster that was actually a more heavy duty toaster. My new Cuisinart toaster doesn’t always pop up my bagels all the way. Spring is not strong enough to lift weight of a bagel and I have to manually lift. Otherwise it toasts fine. Very lightweight and looks nice on counter.