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Breville BTA830XL Smart Toaster Stainless Steel
Last Updated: December 17, 2019 (Refresh Now)
6.8
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/10
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Usage
163toast, toasts, bread, slice, breville
+66%
-34%
" ... After a few days use … The metal fabrication of this toaster appears excellent ... Tested on commercial multi-grain, sliced bread and English Muffins, it toasted a "9' out of "ten" for evenness and crusty service while not over-drying the interior of a slice. ... I bought the "long", "4-clice" toaster specifically to handle hand-sliced, artisan bread boule. ... The length of the toaster slot easily handled the longest and thickest slice. ... "
" ... It toasts the bread evenly, which was my main complaint about the last toaster I owned. ... It's a longer toaster than normal, but actually works better for me. ... "
" ... The bottom line is that it's still a toaster and overpriced. ... "
" ... Great toaster, does not dissappoint, love the defrost feature as well. ... "
" ... I do all our home made bread so it’s a nice treat having an even toast. ... "
" ... This toaster is so cool! ... We can toast any thickness of bread and it comes out perfect. ... Funny to get excited about a toaster! ... "
" ... Really a beautiful looking toaster that carries a bang . ... Easy to use settings to get toast perfection . ... "
" ... This is the best toaster we have ever owned. ... "
Product Reliability
64toaster, lasted, elements, quit, stopped
+25%
-75%
" ... Problem is, just over a month of usage now and it's completely broken down on me. ... "
" ... I have owned this 1.5 years and it is broken. ... "
" ... Never really performed well and then it failed after 12 months. ... "
" ... And then one side stopped working. ... "
" ... Center elements not working at all - best I could come up with after a search was to toss the unit and buy another. ... "
" ... After a few months of very little use, this toaster started to malfunction. ... "
" ... Have used less than 10 times before it completely died. ... "
" ... Has never functioned properly. ... "
Price
38worth, money, worth the money, cost, expensive
+76%
-24%
" ... This Toaster is worth every penny I paid for it. ... "
" ... This is good quality at an affordable price. ... "
" ... Costs more but worth it. ... "
" ... All the extra features are worth the cost. ... "
" ... Finally saw this one and although it was a it expensive, I don't mind spending that kind of money on a quality item. ... "
" ... It is worth the money that you spend. ... "
" ... Very high end product and worth the extra expense to us. ... "
" ... Great product and price ... "
Design
24stainless, sleek, elegant, beautiful, toast
+92%
-8%
" ... but it's very sturdy looking. ... "
" ... the exterior side ... "
" ... The look see button is great. ... "
" ... An elegant appliance. ... "
" ... This one is much more attractive and seems to work much better so far. ... "
" ... A nice addition to a modern high end kitchen. ... "
" ... Feels like it could last a lifetime and with super cool technology LED lights and hydraulic lift ... "
" ... Love the “bit more” and lift & look features. ... "
Returns
21returned, return window, breville, toaster, sent
+14%
-86%
" ... Returned this toaster for a replacement. ... "
" ... The box got tossed the first day, so I cant return it, otherwise I would. ... "
" ... I missed the return deadline. ... "
" ... We're obviously returning this item. ... "
" ... I figured it must be a faulty unit so back it went and I ordered a replacement unit. ... To my surprise the replacement unit did the same thing as the first one. ... "
" ... I’m going to have to return it. ... "
" ... Now for the cons and the reasons I’ll be returning the unit. ... This alone was reason enough to return it. ... Eternally optimistic I decided that before I did return it I would give it a try. ... "
" ... Today October 23 it broke. ... "
Heating
16toaster, heat, uneven, toasting, heating element
-100%
" ... A heating element failed and the toaster was returned and replaced. ... "
" ... the heating element seems to heat inconsistently. ... "
" ... However, after 14 months of normal use, the inside burners stopped working and the outer burners don’t seem to get has hot. ... "
" ... to center it between the heating elements, then moves down silently into the toaster. ... "
" ... Replacement came and still middle burners did not work and found that the toaster itself was hot to the touch while in use. ... "
" ... The inside heaters do not heat up as much or as fast as the outside heaters which may cause concern the toaster is not working or most likely will produce uneven results on regular toast. ... "
" ... Cannot use under kitchen cabinets either because of the amount of heat eminating from the top. ... "
" ... About three months ago I noticed the inside sets of elements were not heating well. ... "
Build Quality
16stainless, heavy, die cast, construction, brushed
+50%
-50%
" ... 6 months later it is broke. ... "
" ... The construction is flimsy compared to my first one, but more important, the toasting is uneven, sometimes even burning the bottoms and barely browning the tops. ... "
" ... Today October 23 it broke. ... "
" ... It's not brushed stainless like others costing 1/5 of the price, but looks more like a paint job done with a rattle can. ... Why isn't it brushed stainless, polished nickel or something else with a bit of elegance? ... you wrap the power cord around molded tabs in the base, (the end ones are too tight to accept the cord unless forced in) which works as well as any other low dollar toaster on the market, except for one thing . ... "
" ... I should point out that it Feels, Looks and sounds like plastic die cast molding not metal, which is a shame since it cheapens this otherwise modern, chic toaster. ... "
" ... Broke after using for a month ... "
" ... Toasters break after lots of use. ... "
Cleaning
15toast, crumbs, experience, cook, clean
+60%
-40%
" ... Haven’t tried cleaning it yet as it’s still shiny new! ... "
" ... it’s lije your toast has been loved to the perfect dry crispness. ... "
" ... It has a button that allows you to peek at the bread in the middle of a toast cycle. ... "
" ... The ability to push a button and add some cook time is nice also. ... "
" ... I also purchased a Breville counter top Smart grill which I am returning without even opening the box based on the toaster experience . ... "
" ... It appears to be solidly built and (to the joy of the neat freaks among you) won't eject crumbs all over your kitchen. ... "
" ... I love it because my kiddos grimy handprints don't show. ... "
" ... Buttons are all in one place, so accessible and so easy to clean. ... "
Ease of Use
12easy, toast, settings, toasting, large
+100%
" ... Works great and easy to use thanks ... "
" ... Works well - easy to use. ... "
" ... Easy to use. ... "
" ... Company was easy to work with. ... "
" ... Ease of toasting and flexibility. ... "
" ... Buttons are all in one place, so accessible and so easy to clean. ... "
" ... Solid, easy to use, and makes perfect toast every time. ... "
" ... Its quite, easy to use and works beautifully! ... "
Size
12small, mechanism, heavy, toasting, toaster
+75%
-25%
" ... It holds multiple pieces ... "
" ... Al slice sizes fit! ... "
" ... JUST GOT IT AND SET IT UP LOVE THE STYLE AND SIZE. ... "
" ... Nice heavy construction. ... "
" ... This one fits 2 square slices or bagels in each slot at a time. ... "
" ... The plug is large and easy to handle. ... "
" ... I liked the size b/c it fit nicely on my counter top without taking over the counter top but the toasting was 100% uneven no matter the bread or whether it was frozen or not. ... "
" ... Fits in the kitchen garage perfectly. ... "
Marketplace
5works, thank, service, returned, return window
+80%
-20%
" ... Works as advertised. ... "
" ... finish is more of a brushed look than it appears in photos. ... "
" ... I have attached pictures of the results I have had . ... "
" ... Thank you for excellent service! ... "
Family
4two, toaster, purchased, kids, family
+100%
" ... My wife and I are seniors and bought this so when the grand kids and family come to visit. ... "
" ... Bought one for my daughter too and she loves hers. ... "
" ... Looking for a replacement that will stand up to the light usage from a two person family. ... "
" ... I purchased this toaster for my son for Christmas. ... "
Defective Delivery
4box, unit, toaster, replacement, opened
+25%
-75%
" ... On top of that, this unit which was shipped as a replacement for the defective 2nd unit, was itself defective upon arrival with a stuck lift mechanism (it was a relatively easy fix to get it going at least). ... "
" ... As received the box was heavily taped up and had clearly been opened before. ... "
" ... The carriage is either under-engineered or there's a recurring manufacturing defect. ... "
Product As Described
3advertised
+100%
" ... Works as advertised. ... "
" ... finish is more of a brushed look than it appears in photos. ... "
" ... I have attached pictures of the results I have had . ... "
Delivery
3box, received, quit, opened, july
-100%
" ... Delivered on Jan.15,2019--used about 6 times. ... "
" ... Quit working the 25 of July delivered July 13 ... "
" ... As received the box was heavily taped up and had clearly been opened before. ... "
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