This is a cheap no frills toaster that toasts bread as it should. I'm dissatisfied with how well the bread pops up after toasting, I have trouble determining if it's done because the toast basically goes back to the bottom. I don't know that I would purchase it again, but my last toaster was fancier and more expensive and started burning parts of the toast after less than a year, so if I can continue getting appropriately toasted bread for at least a year, I won't feel cheated. Also the placement of the power cord is on the front which is awkward and shortens the cord length/reach into the power socket. Manage your expectations, and this toaster will be an acceptable purchase.