Let's face it, you can find toasters that do a million things, but for me I just want a simple-to-operate toaster. Light to dark setting (which usually stays toward the light end), easy to set, easy to use, done in a jiffy! This is the perfect answer. I rely on Hamilton Beach for my small appliances and this is the perfect addition to my kitchen. Does what I need it to do in a small footprint and is easy to use. The perfect solution for a small kitchen where you just want it to do a simple job - toast!