Black+Decker TO3250XSBD 8-slice
Score: 69/100
Kalorik MAXX
Score: 79/100Rankings
The Kalorik MAXX 26-quart toaster oven combines a massive capacity with Turbo MAXX dual-fan technology and a high 260 °C temperature ceiling, delivering fast, even cooking for families. Its weight, interior size discrepancy, and cord length are notable trade-offs. Best for large households needing versatile, high-performance countertop cooking.
The BLACK+DECKER TO3250XSBD provides an extra-wide 8-slice convection toaster oven with fast cooking and a budget-friendly price. Its main drawbacks are a noisy fan and occasional temperature inaccuracies that can affect results. It works best for small households needing a spacious, affordable countertop oven for everyday meals.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
— | 0.883 cu ftbest | |
1,500 W | 1,700 Wbest | |
232 °C | 260 °Cbest | |
4 | 10best | |
60 min | 90 minbest | |
3 | 9best | |
— | 1 yearsbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 17.5 lb | 17.2 lbbest |
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Power & Performance(2) | ||
Wattage (W) | 1500 W | 1700 W |
Maximum Temperature (°C) | 232 °C | 260 °C |
Features(1) | ||
Number of Cooking Functions | 4 | 10 |
Controls(1) | ||
Timer (min) | 60 min | 90 min |
Accessories(1) | ||
Number of Included Accessories | 3 | 9 |
Build & Design(4) | ||
Weight (lb) | 17.5 lb | 17.2 lb |
Width (in) | 22.0 in | 15.748 in |
Height (in) | 11.5 in | 14.0 in |
Depth (in) | 14.5 in | 12.5 in |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers commend the TO3250XSB for its rapid convection cooking, easy maintenance, and solid performance on staple foods at a budget-friendly price, but they note temperature inaccuracies, loud fan operation, and subpar single-slice toasting as notable drawbacks.
Everyday users appreciate the oven's speed, spacious interior, stylish design, and versatility for quick meals, while repeatedly complaining about excessive fan noise, durability problems, uneven toasting, and hard-to-turn knobs.
Industry editors and retailer descriptions position the Kalorik MAXX 26-qt as a high-performance, multifunctional countertop oven that outpaces conventional ovens by up to 67% thanks to its Turbo MAXX airflow and dual heating elements. The high 500°F heat capability and extensive preset library are repeatedly highlighted as differentiators, while the PFAS-free interior and non-stick accessories receive commendation for safety and convenience.
Everyday users focus on practical concerns such as the interior cavity feeling smaller than the advertised capacity, the unit's substantial weight, and the length of the power cord. While they appreciate the large overall size and versatile functions, questions about pre-heat duration and real-world fit for larger items dominate the Q&A discussions.
