I feel like this is worth a solid 4 stars. The only gripe that I have, so far, is the fact that this toaster oven doesn't really have an internal timer. There are 4 cooking modes on this oven--toast, bagel, bake, and broil. Only the "toast" and "bagel" modes have an internal timer/sensor that will stop the heating coils and the food would be "done". The "bake" and "broil" modes have no timer nor sensor of any kind. I usually just stand there and keep watch over my food. My food comes out perfect every time.
My other Cuisinart finally gave up. I got a replacement that is great as the other. It makes toast special. My only wish is to have a timer like the former one.
This is my third one.I like it so well. I have always bought the same model.The last one lasted over ten years.It is a wonderful little toaster oven. I use it for a number of things..it is great for cornbread muffins, roasting vegetables, garlic bread, nachos and of course toast..
We are replacing the same model we've loved for the past 15 years. The new baking tray doesn't fit properly in either the upper or lower positions. It works better in the lower position, but doesn't allow the door to close all the way. Seems like something that should have been caught by the manufacturer. So now we need to bend the tray lip up 90 degrees with pliers and a hammer on two sides to make the thing work. Do better Cuisinart,