I had high expectations for this toaster, given the high ratings and being from GE. Unfortunately, I returned it within days of receiving it. It does not toast both sides evenly – not even close, (see pictures). At the 4.5 setting, one side is dark and the other is very light. (No, it wasn’t on the ‘bagel’ setting.) Upon further inspection and testing only about half of the heating elements in all slots were glowing red and in a haphazard pattern. No wonder the toasting is inconsistent! Very disappointing.

Purchased several toasters before finding this one that toasts evenly and is consistent. The design is good looking which helps because it sits out on my counter. Manual dial selecter means less things to go bad (like digital displays) overall I am very happy with this purchase and highly recommend it.

the pop up spring is week . doesn't pop up all the way . I don't know if mine is defective or there all like that I'm thinking all because it's like that on both sides . I'll probably take it apart and put new springs in but real you had to go for a cheep spring . Makes me think the whole thing was made cheaply . I'm 65 and I know thing aren't made to last anymore but there is a point when it's just made to cheaply . Oh is this under warranty please let me know .

The toaster is attractive; however, I'm not impress with this product. Three of the ports only toast slice bread on one side! I don't know if the toaster was designed toast this way or if something went wrong in the manufacturing process. At any rate, I expected more from a GE product.

This toaster is very nice. Love the lighted buttons and selections available. Seems to toast evenly, without having to turn your bread. Yay! Wish the slots were just a tiny bit wider, but handles a bagel fairly well. Frozen waffles toasted right the first time, when pushing the 'frozen' button.

Looks great on the dark granite countertop. Excellent design and the external does not get hot even at the highest setting. The toast browns almost evenly on both sides of bread, unlike the other toasters I have had in the past 25 years in which one side browns at the setting while the other side is almost burnt. This toaster, so far since I've only toasted on slice of honey wheat bread, is perfect. The underside cord holder is a plus so there isn't a lot of cord, even with a twist tie, dangling around to the outlet. The wide slots are truly wide for bagels. Another great feature is that the finished toasting pop-up is at the right height. This toaster's handles do not allow to go beyond the manufacturer's adjustment.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I’ve used this toaster several times now and have not had any problems. It makes my toast a nice golden brown on both sides. It’s easy to use and easy to clean. It’s a little bulky but not too bad for a four slice toaster.

This toaster is a perfect blend of style, functionality, and value. Sleek. Modern. Nice footprint for average counter. I have other stainless steel appliances installed years ago. Chrome, clean lines matched perfectly. A variety of browning levels and other controls means that I can my cook bagels, toast, frozen waffles, and garlic bread. The buttons are responsive and easy to touch. For the price, it feels like a high-end appliance without the steep cost. A solid pick for anyone who wants both form and function in a kitchen staple.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Loving the style, it looks sleek yet chunky. It is a very pretty toaster, which is admittedly an odd thing to say about a toaster but it really is. I love seeing it sitting on the counter. It's champion at toast, very even, no burnt spots or bald spots, a nice even toast. Bagels and frozen pastry too. Doesn't toss the toast across the room either. :D

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I absolutely love this toaster. It’s got 4 hefty slots for bread and multiple toast level settings. The slots are wide and deep enough for bagels, waffles, English muffins, and thick-cut bread. The settings are also varied enough that you can get anything from a very light brown to a deep crust. It doesn’t take super long, and the toast pops up well. My favorite thing is that you can set the settings for each side individually, so you can pick your favorite, and not have to reset it every time someone else uses the toaster.