It is a very good toaster. I bought before it "Brentwood 2-slice Cool Touch Toaster (white & Stainless Steel), |Model: BTWTS292W. It stopped working over a week: didn't stay in heating position. So I was forced to find new. And i like this one.
This toaster was identical to the one I had before. I used that one almost daily for almost 2 years. The new one is almost worthless. It only browns one side in one slot and browns at the top of the bread at the other slot. Consequently I have lost faith in your brand. Any countertop appliances I will be replacing will not be Cuisinart.
Toaster works fine except the toaster slots need to be wider to accommodate fat bagels. The tops of bagels barely fit into the toaster which leaves the bagel only getting partially toasted
I did my research prior to selecting this model and what I read is true. This toaster, although basic, performs as well (if not better) than some toasters selling for triple the cost. I am very pleased with its size, style and performance.