Can't help but love this toaster! It has settings for everyone's taste & everything you can put in a toaster. The fact that you can raise the item to check without interfering with the cycle is a plus; there is a 30 second button for additional increments in the cycle; doesn't matter which side you put 1 slice of bread or other item, just push the 'single' button. Also appreciate that there is a countdown so you know when the toaster will be popping up a perfectly finished piece of toast. Hands down the best toaster ever.