Pros: The Cuisinart TOB-195 is on the larger side of toaster ovens, and can accommodate a roasting chicken. It works well for reheating, and some baking, including cupcakes and small batches of cookies. It has a digital display for accuracy and preheats quickly

Cons: The exterior gets very warm and some users have said they have burned themselves on the exterior, or while reaching in to take food out. Some users have also said the oven didn't last long, and Cuisinart didn't provide good customer service.

Summary: The Cuisinart TOB-195 does everything a buyer would expect a toaster oven to do, and more. However, buyers need to consider the possible safety issues before making a purchase.

Pros: With infrared heating units, the Panasonic PAN-NB-G110PW Flash Xpress toaster oven has faster cooking times than most similar appliances, and it doesn't require pre-heating. Several settings are available to help users choose the best time and temperature

Cons: This is not a large toaster oven, and users have reported the door glass may break or the infrared unit may burn out. Buyers have also said Panasonic had not provided good customer service if an issue came up.

Summary: The Panasonic PAN-NB-G110PW Flash Xpress does cook quickly, and is great for frozen or leftover pizza, canned biscuits or heating pastries. However, the lack of customer service is a consideration, in case something happens to the appliance.

Pros: The Hamilton Beach 31230 Set and Forget toaster oven does a lot for being a toaster oven. It has a convection setting to cook food faster and also has a meat probe to help get meat to the proper temperature. The digital display allows for precise control.

Cons: Some users have reported the unit is not very durable, but a larger issue is that some buyers reported the glass door spontaneously shattered. Hamilton Beach has replaced the defective units, but buyers should be aware of the possibility.

Summary: The Hamilton Beach toaster oven does a lot for a decent price tag. It has many features not found on more expensive ovens, but buyers should be aware of the potential safety issue, and also that the oven runs about 25 degrees lower than the indicated temp

Pros: The Black and Decker TO1303SB toaster oven is great for baking small pizzas or sandwiches, and is versatile enough to bake or broil pork chops, chicken breasts, or heat a frozen dinner.

Cons: This appliance is small inside and users say toast burns easily until they've learned to adjust the time and temperature. The power cord is only 24 inches (61 cm) long, and the oven has been reported to overheat.

Summary: The Black and Decker is a small, basic toaster oven, and users have to become accustomed to its heating properties for the best results. It is great for an office break room, dorm room or small apartment -- anywhere space is at a premium.