Specs:
Dimensions: 18.5 x 15.35 x 9.84 inches
Weight: 17.20 pounds
Color: Polished Silver
Capacity: 0.6 cu. ft.
Wattage: 1800 watts
Price:
Check Price On AmazonPros:
- Features a total of 9 functions including convection modes.
- Doesn’t consume too much space on the kitchen counter.
- Has an excellent temperature control system, thanks to its Exact HeatTM sensor.
- Easy to clean due to the non-stick coating of the walls and accessories.
Full Review:
We are all fans of full-sized ovens, but heating them up just for the simple work of baking a small pizza or one loaf pan of bread is not worth it. Besides increasing the temperature in your kitchen, it also means more energy use. Further, if you are a new homeowner, their prices could overwhelm you. If one of those things is your case, one of our candidates for our next top 5 best convection toaster oven review might make things better for you… the Cuisinart TOB-135N.
Our SolidSmack Household Product Research Team still hasn’t had its roundup of the best toaster oven for 2022 but if there is one thing we’re sure of, Cuisinart TOB-135N has already secured its place. It is a good alternative to the conventional huge ovens at your home and doesn’t take up too much space on your counter. It has overall body dimensions of 18.5 x 15.35 x 9.84 inches and only weighs 17.20 pounds. TOB-135N will also complement any type of kitchen, thanks to its polished stainless steel body and sleek body.
Despite its luxurious look, don’t be fooled as there it is packed with a plethora of capabilities and features. This includes the 9 functions it is offering including Toast, Bagel, Warm, Bake, Broil, Reheat, Defrost, Convection Bake, and Convection Broil. All of these functions can be accessed through its control panel with a wide blue backlit display. Besides the buttons, there is also a big knob that you can choose the settings you need. It isn’t the most intuitive set of controls as reported by our reviewers but once you got the hang of it, you will appreciate what it can do. The buttons are very responsive and the dial itself turns without resistance. Even better, the latter can also be turned counterclockwise. As for the functions included, we were surprised at the additional settings you can do. For instance, the Toast function offers up to 7 shade levels while the Bagel function has 5. It also includes a timer that is up to 2 hours, making it one of the best convection toaster ovens with a plethora of controls.
On the other hand, its Bake function has a temperature range of 150°F to 450°F, while the Broil function can go up to 500°F. The Cuisinart TOB-135N employs 25-degree increments in its temperature adjustment, which is decent enough for such an economical model. Of course, we wouldn’t tag it as one of the best convection toaster ovens without witnessing its performance, so our reviewers conducted a series of tests to see how efficient its Exact HeatTM sensor is. According to the brand, this technology should be able to maintain the temperature at the numbers you have selected. In our test, the unit didn’t fail to do so by keeping the temperature close to the numbers we set. This resulted in consistent cooking hours and doneness in all the dishes we prepared from meat to vegetables and baked bread. The Convection functions specifically thrilled us as we were able to roast a whole 4-pound chicken with perfectly and evenly cooked meat down to the center. It also toasts the best slices of bread and bagels. The best part? Each setting we tested has its own distinct brownness and the slices came out toasted on both sides.
Cuisinart TOB-135N also offers a generous interior space at 0.6 cu. ft. With this, it can handle a 12-inch pizza or even 6 slices of bread or 4 bagel slices at once. You also get the accessory you need for various functions such as an oven rack, baking/drip pan, broiling rack, and removable crumb tray. Furthermore, the racks have 3 positions which allow the oven to cater to casseroles. Cleaning all parts of the oven is also like stealing candy from a baby. Every accessory is non-stick together with the entirety of its interior walls. After testing the unit, our team was able to wipe everything with nothing but just tissue.
All in all, Cuisinart TOB-135N didn’t fail to impress us. Despite some minimal flaws like the absence of interior light, its performance ticked all the boxes on our checklist. Even the quality of the unit itself is tremendous that we didn’t expect it at such a price point. With all of these things, we have a strong hunch that Cuisinart TOB-135N will be a tough contender on our upcoming best convection toaster oven review next year.
Cuisinart TOB-135N FAQs:
What are the interior dimensions of Cuisinart TOB-135N?
- The Cuisinart TOB-135N has interior dimensions of 12 1/2″ W x 11 1/2″ D x 6 1/2″ H.
Does Cuisinart TOB-135N have an automatic shutoff feature?
- Yes, Cuisinart TOB-135N has an automatic shutoff feature.
Does Cuisinart TOB-135N have audible alerts?
- Yes, the Cuisinart TOB-135N uses audible alerts once it has reached the desired temperature.
Where is the crumb tray of Cuisinart TOB-135N located?
- The crumb tray of Cuisinart TOB-135N is located at the bottom and can slide out in front.
