Breville BOV800XL
Score: 77/100
Hamilton Beach 6 Slice Silver
Score: 67/100Rankings
The Breville BOV800XL Smart Oven is a high-power countertop convection oven with nine preset functions and a backlit LCD, delivering fast and even cooking. Its large exterior size and low interior height limit suitability for cramped kitchens and tall dishes. Best for cooks who value performance and versatility over countertop space.
The Hamilton Beach 6-Slice Countertop Toaster Oven offers a compact design with a removable roll-top door and 1400 W heating for bake, broil, and toast functions. Its limited interior volume and slower preheat time can be drawbacks for larger meals. Ideal for small households or apartments needing a space-saving secondary oven.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
0.8 cu ftbest | 0.13 cu ft | |
1,800 Wbest | 1,400 W | |
— | 93 °Cbest | |
232 °Cbest | 232 °Cbest | |
9best | 3 | |
— | 30 minbest | |
6best | 3 | |
1 yearsbest | 1 yearsbest |
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Size & Capacity(1) | ||
Capacity (cu ft) | 0.8 cu ft | 0.13 cu ft |
Power & Performance(1) | ||
Wattage (W) | 1800 W | 1400 W |
Features(1) | ||
Number of Cooking Functions | 9 | 3 |
Controls(1) | ||
Control Type | Dial | Manual Dial |
Accessories(1) | ||
Number of Included Accessories | 6 | 3 |
Build & Design(4) | ||
Weight (lb) | 18.7 lb | 11.4 lb |
Width (in) | 18.9 in | 18.74 in |
Height (in) | 10.9 in | 9.41 in |
Depth (in) | 15.9 in | 15.24 in |
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Professional reviewers commend the BOV800XL for its intuitive controls, rapid preheat, and precise Element IQ heating, delivering very good baking and reheating results. The convection feature is lauded for cutting cooking times, while the large exterior size and limited interior height are cited as notable drawbacks.
Everyday users love the oven's even toasting, fast preheat, and versatile presets, especially appreciating the easy-clean interior and included accessories. Common complaints focus on the bulky countertop footprint, low interior height, and the fact that only one rack is provided out of the three possible positions.
“1800-watt power with Element IQ technology delivers fast preheat and precise, even heating across five quartz elements.”
“Overall footprint of roughly 16 in W × 18½ in D limits counter space, making it bulky for small kitchens.”
“LIKE IT BUT IT TAKES 3 MINUTES TO START HEATING!”
Professional reviewers and editors highlight the roll-top door's convenience, the surprisingly spacious interior for a 9-inch pizza, and the energy-efficient operation compared to full-size ovens.
Everyday users generally appreciate the easy-to-clean roll-top door, compact size, and ability to handle a 9-inch pizza, but several mention a slow preheat of about three minutes and wish for clearer power and weight details.
