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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Rachael Penn

10 best toasters, tried and tested with sourdough, bagels and crumpets

I tested two- and four-slice toasters to find the very best - (Rachael Penn/The Independent)

There are very few simple pleasures that rival a plate of hot, buttered toast. To get that perfect slice, you need the best toaster that can deliver evenly toasted bread, every time. Some of the latest models can cope with chunky sourdough, and even cater to different toast preferences at once.

After years of testing a range of kitchen appliances, I've developed a knack for finding the features that truly matter. Ultimately, when it comes to an appliance that gets used daily, good value for money is what it boils down to – apply that to toasters, and you’re looking for models that brown toast evenly, and consistently, and that are easy to clean, as accumulated crumbs will inevitably result in a burning smell.

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