The 6 Best Stainless Steel Toaster Ovens in 2021: Tried and Tested Models

If you already own a full range oven, then I understand that a toaster oven seems like a superfluous piece of kit. That said, they do make our work in the kitchen a lot easier (not to mention tastier) and 91 percent of American homes own one. So, what’s your excuse for not having one already?

If that doesn’t convince you to at least supplement your conventional oven with one of the best toaster ovens, then perhaps this guide on toaster ovens vs conventional ovens will push you in that direction. And when it does, that’s when this best stainless steel toaster oven guide will come into play. To pick the models for the post, I started by reviewing more than 60 toaster oven models online, then created a shortlist of the best 20 from my online review and placed an order for all of them on Amazon.

When each toaster oven package arrived from Amazon, I took it through a series of tests that further solidified the conclusions I had drawn from the online review. Some of the features I tested on the appliances include:

• Aesthetics
• Versatility
• Ease of use
• Flexibility
• Interior space size
• Ease of cleaning
• Cooking speed
• Quality and durability
• Portability
• Compatibility
• And safety features

Only those models that passed all the areas above with flying colors made it into this enumeration. Better yet, if at the end of the post you’re still having a hard time making a final, educated decision, I’ve also mentioned my favorite from the list.

Stick till the end.

KBS Air Fryer Toaster Oven

• The first thing that attracted me to this masterpiece from KBS is the claim on the manufacturer’s site that it has been designed with a natural convection technology. If you’re new to these appliances and don’t know what a natural convection technology implies here is a short explanation.
• Unlike convection toaster ovens that retail with an inbuilt fan that blows hot air around inside the appliance, the interiors of the toaster ovens with natural convection technology have been designed to direct hot air around equally in all directions. In my opinion, this works just as well as an inbuilt fan because, during my toasting session, the appliance delivered perfectly and evenly toasted slices in less than three minutes – which is as fast as some of the fastest toaster ovens out there.
• To complement the natural convection technology, KBS Toaster Oven also delivers 1250 watts of power and has 8 preset cooking functions. The 8 settings include cake, French Fry, chicken, steak, thaw, pizza, toast and dehydration. The power level, on the other hand, will allow it to handle anything you throw in it.
• As its name suggests, KBS Toaster Oven is also an air fryer, meaning that it will use little to no oil to deep fry your meals, which in turn, results in healthier menus.

Notable features:

• Can handle a huge family’s needs
• Easy to use even for beginners
• The power cord is sufficiently long
• The exterior surface remains cool to the touch during operations
• Easy to clean
• Fitted with futuristic features
• Very powerful
• Delivers healthy meals

Mueller Austria Toaster Oven

• Just because you’re looking to replace your conventional oven doesn’t mean that you have to get a unit that will take up too much space on your kitchen counter. That’s why I decided to include at least one compact toaster oven that won’t disappoint in the toasting department.
• To make up for its compact nature, this unit has been fitted with two rack positions. These will allow you to cook your meals to perfection, because if you’re preparing a delicacy that requires a higher heat intensity, you can place it on the higher rack closer to the heating elements. If the meal you’re preparing requires a lower heat intensity, however, then you’ll need to place it on the lower rack position. In addition to that, at times, you can even use the appliance to prepare multiple meals at the same time. When, for instance, toasting slices and preparing cookies, you can place the slices on one pan on the higher rack position but place your cookies on a different sheet on the lower rack position. I’ve done it myself and the results were always amazing.

Notable features:

• Delivers 2 rack positions
• Boasts an even toast technology
• Easy to use and clean
• Boasts a 30-minute inbuilt timer
• Versatile
• Fitted with a temperature range of 150 to 450 degrees Fahrenheit

BLACK+DECKER CTO6335S Toaster Oven

• How could a toaster oven review not include at least one appliance from one of my favorite kitchen appliance brands? If you’ve been following my posts for a while, then you know I’ve mentioned multiple times that the best way to separate the best from the rest is to start by separating the products according to their manufacturing brands. This is particularly beneficial if you’re new to the realm of toaster ovens.
• Anyway, Black+Decker, which was founded in 1910, is one of the best toaster oven brands out there today, and over the century it has been in existence, it has become known for its ability to combine retro designs and futuristic settings in all their appliances. This BLACK+DECKER CTO6335S Toaster Oven is no exception.
• On your kitchen counter, this bad boy will look like something from the past, but in the toasting department, it exceeds the performance of even some of the best modern toaster ovens. I used the unit to toast more than 60 bread slices back-to-back without letting the appliance rest, and the last slice to go in came out just as perfectly toasted as the first one to go in.
• It has also been fitted with a convection setting for fast and even cooking. Add to that the other 8 preset cooking settings. These include bagel, toast, broil, bake, potato, frozen snacks, pizza, cookies. The warm setting will take less than 30 seconds to warm up your leftovers.

Notable features:

• Boasts a retro design
• Cooks fast and evenly
• The power cord is long
• Easy to use and clean
• Compact to save on kitchen space
• Lightweight and portable

Hamilton Beach 31127D Toaster Oven

• Hamilton Beach 31127D Toaster Oven’s unique selling proposition is obvious straight out of the box. As you can see in the image above, the product’s door opens up and out of the way. This ensures that you do not spill any food on the door while retrieving your meals, which in turn, results in easier cleaning.
• Add to that the removable crumb tray this appliance retails with and you have one of the best easy to clean toaster ovens. For those who don’t know what a removable crumb tray does, it collects all the dirt and debris that fall off of your cooked meals. To clean the tray, all you ought to do is take it out, empty its contents into a bin or sink, and wipe it off using a clean, damp cloth. For the weekly or monthly thorough cleaning sessions, here is a straightforward guide detailing how you can clean the interior of your toaster ovens.
• It didn’t disappoint in the toasting department either. The unit delivered some of the most delicious meals and its high-quality heating elements distributed heat equally inside the appliance.

Notable features:

• Retails from a reputable brand
• Durable and sturdy
• Has a roll-top door to allow easy access
• Easy to use and clean
• Compact to save on kitchen counter space
• Its interior can accommodate the needs of a small family

Cuisinart TOB-260N1 Toaster Oven

• I live with my husband and two daughters, and they’re all some of the clumsiest individuals I’ve ever met. For that reason, I always ensure that every kitchen appliance I introduce my family is safe to use around them, and this Cuisinart TOB-260N1 Toaster Oven is one of such appliances.
• The appliance boasts a cool to the touch exterior, which means that regardless of how long the appliance stays in operation, its outer surfaces will remain 100 percent cool. This, in turn, protects anyone who comes into contact with the appliance from sustaining any serious burn injuries.
• It has also been fitted with 15 different cooking functions, including speed convection, innovative dual cook, toast or bake. These will certainly accommodate anything your family throws in them.

Notable features:

• Boasts futuristic designs
• Has an interior light
• Easy to use and clean
• Comes with 15 cooking functions
• Has a spacious interior
• Compact to save on kitchen counter space

Toshiba AC25CEW-SS Toaster Oven

• To show you that they have faith in the product they are selling you, Toshiba has backed this model with a one-year warranty. If that doesn’t prove that the model qualifies as one of the best durable toaster ovens, I do not know what does.
• Inside the package you’ll receive from Amazon, you’ll also find six different cooking accessories, including a rack clamp, baking pan, baking rack, lifter, rotisserie kit, and a removable crumb tray. Add to that the 1500 watts of power the appliance delivers and 10 cooking settings. The cooking settings include toast, bake, broil, pizza, cookies, defrost, reheat, rotisserie, keep warm, and convection.

Notable features:

• Very powerful
• Retails in two different colors (black and silver)
• Versatile
• Boasts a display that makes it easy to use
• Easy to clean, thanks to its removable crumb tray
• Accessories included to improve its flexibility in the kitchen

There you have it, my detailed guide on the best stainless steel toaster ovens money can buy today. I took each product above through a series of tests to ensure they didn’t let you down in the kitchen department, so whichever product you pick, you can rest assured it will exceed your expectations.

That said, as I promised at the beginning of the post, if you’re having a hard time making a final, educated decision, I’m still here to help you out. I’d advise you to try out the Cuisinart TOB-260N1 model. This model delivers 15 cooking functions, and it is also aesthetic, durable, sturdy, and powerful enough to handle anything your family desires.

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