This is a perfect little toaster, I was skeptical at first, however, it works great on the run. I originally had a toaster oven, that takes almost 5 minutes to produce one slice of toast. This little handy toaster from Cuisinart is especially nice because it does not have a manual handle to drop the toast or bagels. it automatically lowers the toast or bagels and even pop tarts for my children, and it rises within a couple of seconds, based on your selected browning settings which go as high as four. There is an illuminated screen that shows how much longer the toast will take to finish, and if you are in a complete rush and can’t wait the remaining few seconds, you can also cancel, and it will pop up. Good purchase, thus far, and I will continue to use it for quick toast. If anything happens to change my opinion on this side of I will repost. At this point I’ve been using this item for about a week, and it works perfectly.Update: Now that I’ve been using the toaster since January and it is now The middle of April, I can honestly say that this Is a must have in the kitchen space. Toaster ovens are great for larger items such as grilled cheese, and items that require more preparation. This toaster is absolutely perfect, for toasting bagels, and getting that chewy inside and crisp and brown on the outside. Toast is perfect, and the best part is it doesn’t take more than a few seconds For a quick on the go breakfast, from the package to the table. My toaster and my coffee maker are side-by-side and I have toast and coffee within minutes. If you’ve ever had to pry Your toast out of a toaster with a manual handle when it does not completely rise after browning, you will especially love this automated toaster. Well, worth the purchase. Enjoy!