Top 10 - Best Toasters of 2023

Looking for the best toaster? Discover our top 10 recommendations of the year.

Last updated by Daniel Barnes 4 days ago

Top 10 Best Toasters
Best Toasters

Our product experts have tested countless toasters to separate the best from the worst.


It's easy to take toasters for granted- after all, they are something that many of us use every morning. However, when it comes to buying a new toaster, it's easy to be overwhelmed by choice. As well as something that fits in with your kitchen decor, you'll naturally also want it to toast your bread evenly to your personal preference. From models with two or four slots, to additional settings and functions, there's a wide range of things to think about when selecting a new model.

To help you make the right choice, our product experts have tested an enormous range of models from brands both big and small. Our rigorous review and testing process lets us dig beneath the manufacturer’s hype to discover the truth about the latest toasters. What's more, our pricing team keep a close eye on the market to ensure you always get the best value when shopping with liGo- and our Price Match Promise ensures if you do find it cheaper elsewhere, we’ll match it.

So, read on to discover our top picks!

What we look for in a toaster:


  • Value for Money
    From the most budget-friendly models to designer brands, we test hard to make sure each toaster is worth its price tag.
  • Slot Size
    No one wants to find only half their slice of bread has been toasted- so we check that toasters can accommodate a variety of bread types.
  • Settings
    As well as toasting normal bread, some models have additional settings such as defrost and bagel modes- we've noted these on product pages.
  • 1. Dualit Domus 2 Slot Toaster in Grey
    Our Verdict

    A brilliant all-round toaster at a great price!

    What We Think

    If you value toasted bread right into the edges, then this Is the toaster for you! The large slots hold bread slices up to 14cm long! If you place your toast sideways, including toastie style loaves, we can guarantee all areas of your bread will be golden brown. The Dualit Domus toaster proves that not only can a toaster have aesthetic appeal in the kitchen, but it can have high class functionality too. This kettle has a striking matte grey design which would look great in any modern kitchen. A one-of-a-kind high lift mechanism allows you to remove small items easily while the patented peek and pop function lets you check the toasting process without interrupting the toasting cycle. The large slots are not only great for toastie style delights, but the Dualit Domus has a bagel setting and defrost setting with an additional 9 browning control, perfect for every preferred shade of toast!

    Product Features
    • Patented Perfect Roast Technology
    • 9 Level sliding brown control
    • LED illuminated Buttons
    • Bagel Function
    • Defrost Function
    • 1 Year Guarantee included
    RRP: £89.99
    £84.95
    You Save: 6% (£5.04)
    Free Next Day Delivery
    Average Customer Review 4.95/5
    Editors Rating 95/100
    In stock, ready to dispatch.
  • 2. Dualit Classic AWS Polished 4 Slot Toaster
    Our Verdict

    A true classic! Excellent high class quality with high class functionality.

    What We Think

    Available in a 2-slot, 4-slot, and even 6-slot model, which are all hand built in the UK, the Dualit Classic Toaster exudes top quality from start to finish. All Dualit Classic Toasters are made using ProHeat elements to ensure they are durable and have a protective film which keeps the filaments clean and almost virtually unbreakable! We love the Dualit Classic Toaster as it not only delivers a timeless design but is robust and functional. The mechanical timer and ejector allow you to control exactly how you like your fresh toast in the morning with an even browning across both sides of bread. It may come with a premium price tag but you get what you pay for and the Dualit Classic is an all-round fantastic toaster! Fun fact: want to know who made your toaster? Check the base plate for the assembler’s name for the ultimate personal touch!

    Product Features
    • Extra wide slots
    • Patented Proheat elements
    • Mechanical timer
    • Homemade in the UK
    • Browning control
    • 1 Year Guarantee included
    RRP: £219.99
    £198.95
    You Save: £21.04 (10%)
    Free Next Day Delivery
    Average Customer Review 4.95/5
    Editors Rating 95/100
    In stock, ready to dispatch.
  • 3. Smeg 2 Slice Toaster in Black
    What We Think

    Add some timeless style to your kitchen with this 2-slice toaster from Smeg. Its design (available in multiple colours) is certainly eye-catching, but what really impressed our reviewers was its functionality. The extra-wide slots can comfortably accommodate bagels as well as bread, with a defrost setting as well. While it is admittedly a bit more expensive than other toasters of this sort of specification, that premium design and build quality mean it still offers good value for money.

    Product Features
    • Beautiful retro-inspired design
    • Twin extra-wide bread slots
    • 6 different browning settings
    • Reheat, defrost, and bagel settings
    • Removable crumb tray for easy cleaning
    • 2 Years Guarantee included
    RRP: £159.95
    £134.95
    You Save: £25 (16%)
    Free Next Day Delivery
    Average Customer Review 4.8/5
    Editors Rating 92/100
    In stock, ready to dispatch.
  • 4. Smeg 50s Retro-Style 4 Slice Toaster in Stainless Steel
    What We Think

    Another entry from Smeg, the TSF03 is essentially the same as its smaller sibling, just with an additional two slots. That makes it an ideal choice for larger families (or those who just really, really love their toast). Again, there are multiple colours to choose from, and each comes with extra-wide slots suitable for all bread types, along with settings for reheating, defrosting, and toasting bagels.

    Product Features
    • Stylish retro-inspired design
    • Four extra-wide bread slots
    • 6 different browning settings
    • Reheat, defrost, and bagel settings
    • Removable crumb trays for easy cleaning
    • 2 Years Guarantee included
    RRP: £209.95
    £179.95
    You Save: £30 (14%)
    Free Next Day Delivery
    Average Customer Review 5/5
    In stock, ready to dispatch.
  • 5. Breville Curve Gloss 4 Slice Toaster
    What We Think

    Breville are best known for their sandwich makers, but their toasters come highly-rated, too. Our experts were especially impressed with the "lift-and-look" function, which lets you check the progress of your toast without interrupting the cycle. There's also a reheat mode, too- so no more lukewarm toast!

    Product Features
    • Illuminated control buttons
    • Variable width bread slots for thick and thin slices
    • Variable browning control
    • Defrost, reheat, and mid-cycle cancel functions
    • Removable crumb trays for easy cleaning
    • 1 Year Guarantee included
    RRP: £79.99
    £39.99
    You Save: 50% (£40)
    Free next day delivery on orders over £50
    Average Customer Review 4.35/5
    Editors Rating 90/100
    Out of Stock
  • 6. Russell Hobbs Colours Plus 2 Slice Toaster in Grey
    What We Think

    Small but smart, the Russell Hobbs Colours Plus has a compact footprint makes it a good option for kitchens where space is at a premium. Despite its size, though, our experts found it did a good job of accommodating all manner of different bread sizes, and the lift-and-look function is handy for checking on your toast without halting the cycle.

    Product Features
    • Fast toast technology
    • Variable browning controls
    • Fits all bread sizes
    • Removable crumb tray for easy cleaning
    • 1 Year Guarantee included
    RRP: £34.99
    £26.00
    You Save: 26% (£8.99)
    Free next day delivery on orders over £50
    Average Customer Review 4.5/5
    Editors Rating 81/100
    Out of Stock
  • 7. Tower Presto Long Slot 4 Slice Toaster in White
    What We Think

    While not as advanced as some of the other toasters on our list, this long-slot model from Tower's Presto range still gets the basics right. Unlike many other four-slice models, this one only has two slots- the design means that it doesn't take up as much space as some.

    Product Features
    • Handy high lift function for easy removal of toast
    • Variable browning control
    • Removable crumb tray for easy cleaning
    • 1 Year Guarantee included
    RRP: £49.99
    £23.99
    You Save: 52% (£26)
    Free next day delivery on orders over £50
    Average Customer Review 5/5
    Editors Rating 80/100
    Out of Stock
  • 8. Russell Hobbs Henley 2 Slice Toaster in Red
    What We Think

    While it may not be as flashy as some of the other entries on our list, the Russell Hobbs Henley toaster performed extremely well in our in-house tests- hence its high placement on this list. Its variable browning controls offer you a solid amount of options to get your toast just the way you like it, while the extra-long (and extra-wide) slots can comfortably accommodate all sorts of bread types.

    Product Features
    • Frozen bread, reheat, and cancel functions
    • Extra wide slot ideal for toasting thicker items
    • Variable browning control 7 with settings
    • Removable crumb tray
    • 1 Year Guarantee included
    RRP: £49.99
    £24.99
    You Save: 50% (£25)
    Free next day delivery on orders over £50
    Average Customer Review 4/5
    Editors Rating 88/100
    Out of Stock
  • 9. Russell Hobbs Structure 2 Slice Toaster in Grey
    What We Think

    Finally, we have the Russell Hobbs Structure, a two-slice toaster that's built to last- and to get your toast just right, too! The variable browning control works like a charm, while the lift-and-look function lets you check on the crunch of your bread while it's being toasted. The removable crumb tray is a welcome addition, too, as it makes cleaning the toaster that much simpler.

    Product Features
    • Variable browning control
    • Lift and look- check your toast without stopping the cycle
    • Frozen cancel and reheat functions
    • Removable crumb tray for easy cleaning
    • 1 Year Guarantee included
    RRP: £52.99
    £39.99
    You Save: 25% (£13)
    Free next day delivery on orders over £50
    Average Customer Review 5/5
    Editors Rating 80/100
    Out of Stock

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