I love my Hamilton Beach 2 slice toaster. It looks sleek and modern sitting on my kitchen counter. It is very easy to use, and it gets used every single day in my home. The two slots are wide, so bagels are not a problem for this toaster. It is also perfect for smaller breads, and toaster pastries. The push-down lever allows for an extra "boost" up when removing smaller pieces from the toaster. No more fishing items out with a fork! If something needs to come out before it "pops" up, simply push the cancel button, and the cycle ends and pops up. The dial is easy to set for brownness. I have trusted Hamilton Beach products for years, and trust them to offer affordable, high-quality products. This toaster is a fine example. I highly recommend Hamilton Beach, and this toaster.