The Best Toasters of 2025

When you're picking out must-have appliances for your home, you might not immediately consider buying a toaster. But these countertop must-haves are just that—must-haves. You won't be able to brown bagels, heat up toaster sweets or give that crunchy layer to your favorite breads without it. That's why Abt's team of small kitchen appliance specialists has made their list of the best toasters of 2025. Whether you're replacing an old model or choosing a new one for your new kitchen, we've got lots of options. And if you're looking for something a little different, don't forget to check out our guide to the best toaster ovens of 2025, too.

For our list of the best toasters of 2025, we figured we'd start off with our favorite. The top-rated Breville 'A Bit More' brushed stainless steel toaster is crafted to make incredible bagels, waffles, pastries and of course, toast. Its shining facade looks amazing in any kitchen, complete with simple LED-lit controls that add a layer of tech-forward class. With just four buttons and 12 levels of browning to choose from, it's easy to use and easy to perfect. One of the most popular settings? "A Bit More", which lowers your foods back in for extra warming for just a little bit of time if things aren't toasted enough. Meanwhile, the bagel setting focuses heat on the center of a sliced bagel instead of on the outside, delivering the perfect bites that aren't too burnt. Whatever you're cooking, the LED progress indicator will show you just how far along the cooking process is and how much time you have left. Between the unbeatable look, "A Bit More" functionality, auto-lowering and the progress indicator, the flexible Breville toaster makes it easy to enjoy the best breads and pastries you could want. That versatility is just part of what makes this Abt favorite one of our best toasters of 2025.

If you're looking for a small kitchen appliance that's easier on your budget, this stainless steel GE model is our choice. A classic and compact two-slice toaster, it lands a spot on our list of the best toasters of 2025 with exceptional performance and improved aesthetics. Unlike one you might find at a big box store, this budget-friendly model is packed with customization options. Seven different shade settings let you choose just how browned you'd like your sliced breads to be, while separate settings for bagels and frozen foods ensure that your bites and bread slices pop out perfect. Meanwhile, the stainless steel finish and LED-backlit buttons give the toaster a luxe look from the moment you add a frozen waffle or slice of fresh French bread. With extra-wide toast slots, you've got the room to warm up thick slices of artisanal breads along with extra-fluffy bagels. Every slice will be evenly toasted, too. Extra flexibility and a shining stainless steel finish, all at a lower price, land this GE pick a spot on our list of the best toasters of 2025.

We love the budget-friendly GE toaster, but that model isn't enough for folks making breakfast for lots of kids (or for a classic smart kitchen). That's where the motorized, die-cast Breville four-slice toaster steps in, earning a spot on our list of the best toasters of 2025. This product is packed with features, from a shining metal body that stays cool to the touch to dual crumb trays that make cleaning easy. Each of these four slots is one and a half inches wide, large enough for sliced bagels, thick breads, waffles, toaster pastries and more. When cooking, choose from one of five variable browning settings that are easy to see on the front—the display beside it lets you know how far into the cooking process you are. Add foods to each slot and watch the motorized toaster lower waffles, breads and more to the heating element. From here, metal brackets lock foods in place for even browning on each side. Watch the timer count down the moments until your perfectly crisped bites are ready to eat. Instead of popping up your toasted foods and creating extra crumbs, this Breville four-slice toaster rises up slowly. And with two different sets of controls, you can customize how each pair of slots cooks. With all of this customization, it's hard not to consider this as the best toaster of 2025. Choose between functions like bagel, defrost, classic toast, and "bit more" to add a little bit of extra crispiness to your foods. But what makes this a "smart" small kitchen appliance? The Breville pick is designed around an internal smart chip that both regulates toasting time and motor motion. With flexible functionality and gentle handling, the four-slice Breville die-cast smart toaster shows exactly why it belongs on our list of the best toasters of 2025.

If your style is a little less modern and a little more retro, you're in the right place. Meet the Smeg 50's Retro Style two-slice toaster. Don't let the fun exterior fool you, because this toaster is one of the most impressive ones you can find—and that's why it's on our list of the best toasters of 2025. Between the steel body, chrome base and anti-slip feet, the Smeg model is steady and won't be knocked over easily. Large slots for diverse foods make it easy to fit and toast your favorites. Slide in breads and pull down the stainless steel arm until it clicks; you'll see the self-centering racks that keep your foods situated for even browning on each side. This member of our best toasters of 2025 list has all the functionalities you'd expect and more, like six different levels of browning and a defrost function for frozen foods such as waffles or toaster pastries. The bagel function ensures that thick breads and bagels turn out perfectly, too—with the bagel function, turn the inside of your bagel outward, and the external heating element will cook it perfectly. There's even a reheat function designed to warm up anything that needs a little extra warmth (or a little extra crispiness). Anyone who loves retro designs will know that this is one of the best toasters of 2025. Complete your collection with its accessories, like a sandwich rack and bun warmer (sold separately). While the retro style makes the Smeg toaster seem like a novelty, this pick is a true heavy lifter in the kitchen.

While toasters aren't large appliances like refrigerators or ranges, they're a necessary part of any kitchen. Plus, they're great for spaces like dorm rooms, office kitchens and other areas where larger and more complicated cooking methods just aren't practical—and where you'll need snacks on the regular. Explore all of your options with our collection of the best toasters of 2025: our experts pulled our favorites. But if you can't find what you're looking for, we have more options to explore online and in-store. If you still have questions, we have answers. Call us at 800-860-3577 to learn more, or read up on more small with our Learn Center's toaster and toaster oven buying guide.