Black+Decker TO1745SSG-1A 4-slice
Score: 69/100
Hamilton Beach 2-in-1
Score: 73/100Rankings
The Hamilton Beach 2-in-1 Countertop Toaster Oven offers a compact footprint and versatile cooking modes with even heating up to 450°F. Its main trade-offs are the lack of convection and limited rack flexibility, which can restrict multi-layer cooking. Best suited for small households or apartments needing a space-saving solution.
The Black+Decker TO1745SSG is a compact 4-slice stainless steel toaster oven offering natural convection and four basic cooking functions. Its limited interior space and modest power make it less suitable for larger meals. Ideal for individuals or small households needing a space-saving oven for simple tasks.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
0.164 cu ft | 0.58 cu ftbest | |
1,150 W | 1,450 Wbest | |
— | 65 °Cbest | |
232 °Cbest | 232 °Cbest | |
4best | 4best | |
30 min | 60 minbest | |
3best | 2 | |
2 yearsbest | 1 years |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Size & Capacity(1) | ||
Capacity (cu ft) | 0.164 cu ft | 0.58 cu ft |
Power & Performance(1) | ||
Wattage (W) | 1150 W | 1450 W |
Controls(1) | ||
Timer (min) | 30 min | 60 min |
Accessories(1) | ||
Number of Included Accessories | 3 | 2 |
General(1) | ||
Warranty Length (years) | 2 years | 1 years |
Build & Design(4) | ||
Weight (lb) | 7.6 lb | 13.999 lb |
Width (in) | 16.9 in | 17.8 in |
Height (in) | 9.07 in | 10.24 in |
Depth (in) | 11.63 in | 12.05 in |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers appreciate the natural convection for even cooking and the solid stainless steel construction, but they caution that the interior capacity is smaller than advertised and the power rating is inconsistent, leaving some uncertainty about overall performance.
Consumer feedback is sparse; the single user who reviewed it found the oven useful for basic everyday tasks, praising its simplicity and ease of cleanup, while no recurring complaints were identified due to limited data.
“Helpful for basic use”
“fits 9" pizzas and toasts 2 slices effectively but cautions tall breads (>4") get less top heat.”
“40% faster toasting”
Professional reviewers commend the Hamilton Beach 31156 for its compact footprint, versatile 2-in-1 functionality, and fast 40% quicker toasting. They appreciate the even heating up to 450°F and the ability to handle a 9-inch pizza or a batch of fries, but note the limited rack positions and absence of a convection fan.
Everyday users praise the convenience of a single appliance that can toast long artisan slices, bake small pizzas and clean up easily thanks to a slide-out crumb tray, while recurring complaints revolve around the slot's height limitation and the lack of long-term durability information.
