I have a really old 4 slice toaster that needed to be retired years ago. This definitely came at the right time for me. Even though it's only a 2 slice toaster, it browned the bread quickly and evenly. I like the extra button for bagels and the cancellation button. No more smashing bagels to make them fit in the toaster. I love the sleek design and know it'll fit in with any stainless steel appliances you may own. There is also a wide range of toasting variations, much more than my older toaster. Overall, I really liked this toaster because it was fast and efficient.