The 11 Best Toaster Ovens Under $100
We looked at toaster ovens under $100 using manufacturer specs, independent reviews and owner reports. Each pick lists what it does well and where it falls short, so you can match it to how you'll use it.
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Quick picks
1.Hamilton Beach Easy Reach 4-Slice Toaster Oven with Roll-Top Door
Brand: Hamilton Beach
ASIN: B07CP7JN79
Key specs: 1300W with roll-top door instead of a swing-down door, 4-slice / 0.4 cubic foot cavity fits a 9-inch pizza, Toast, bake, and broil functions with analog dials.
- 1300W with roll-top door instead of a swing-down door
- 4-slice / 0.4 cubic foot cavity fits a 9-inch pizza
- Toast, bake, and broil functions with analog dials
- Removable crumb tray and non-stick interior
- Auto shutoff after cook cycle completes
Strengths
- Roll-top door eliminates dripping grease or food sliding off a hot drop-down door
- Compact footprint fits counters where a standard swing-door oven can't
- Simple analog controls with no learning curve for toast and reheating
Limitations
- No convection fan, a basic radiant-heat design, so browning is less even than convection models
- 0.4 cubic foot cavity is too small for a 12-inch pizza or a 9x13 pan
- No digital timer precision, just a mechanical dial
Key specs: 1300W with natural convection fan, 4-slice cavity fits a 9-inch pizza, Toast, bake, and broil functions.
- 1300W with natural convection fan
- 4-slice cavity fits a 9-inch pizza
- Toast, bake, and broil functions
- 60-minute mechanical timer with stay-on setting
- Under $40 street price
Strengths
- Compact 4-slice size suits a solo or couple household without wasted counter space
- Reliable, straightforward dial controls for daily toast and reheating
Limitations
- Natural convection is functional but noticeably weaker than the forced high-speed fans on air fry models
- No digital display or precise temperature readout
- Small cavity rules out anything larger than a 9-inch pizza or a handful of muffins
Key specs: 1500W with digital display and convection fan, 6-slice / 0.5 cubic foot cavity fits a 12-inch pizza, Bake, toast, broil, warm, and convection functions.
- 1500W with digital display and convection fan
- 6-slice / 0.5 cubic foot cavity fits a 12-inch pizza
- Bake, toast, broil, warm, and convection functions
- 9 preset digital cook settings
- Interior light for monitoring without opening the door
Strengths
- Convection
- Rotisserie
- Digital controls
- Spacious interior
Limitations
- Large footprint
- Exterior heat
- Controls learning curve
Key specs: 1500W with digital controls and convection, 6-slice / 0.6 cubic foot cavity, the largest cavity under $100 in this guide, Fits a 12-inch pizza and a whole small chicken.
- 1500W with digital controls and convection
- 6-slice / 0.6 cubic foot cavity, the largest cavity under $100 in this guide
- Fits a 12-inch pizza and a whole small chicken
- Digital display with turbo convection setting
- Extra-large opening for easier loading of bigger dishes
Strengths
- Turbo convection setting speeds preheat compared to standard convection at this price
- Extra-large door opening makes loading a roasting pan easier than smaller compact models
Limitations
- Larger cavity means longer preheat time than compact 4-slice models
- Thermostat variance of 20°F to 30°F is typical for the price and requires an oven thermometer for baking precision
- Bulkier footprint than the Toshiba or Hamilton Beach, needing more counter depth
Key specs: Double infrared heating elements, no preheat required, 4-slice compact cavity fits a 9-inch pizza, Reaches cooking temperature in 2 to 3 minutes.
- Double infrared heating elements, no preheat required
- 4-slice compact cavity fits a 9-inch pizza
- Reaches cooking temperature in 2 to 3 minutes
- Toast, bake, and broil functions
- Slide-out crumb tray
Strengths
- Double infrared elements reach cooking temperature in 2 to 3 minutes versus 5 to 8 for standard elements
- No-preheat design saves real time on daily toast and quick reheats
- Compact size and infrared heat produce more even results than budget convection models at this size
Limitations
- 4-slice cavity is too small for a 12-inch pizza or family-size baking
- Infrared elements run hotter near the glass door, and the exterior gets warm to the touch
- Higher price than other compact models in this list despite the small capacity
Key specs: 1500W with 14-in-1 preset functions including air fry and dehydrate, 12-quart / 0.5 cubic foot cavity fits a 9-inch pizza, Digital touchscreen with 12 one-touch presets.
- 1500W with 14-in-1 preset functions including air fry and dehydrate
- 12-quart / 0.5 cubic foot cavity fits a 9-inch pizza
- Digital touchscreen with 12 one-touch presets
- Includes non-stick air fry basket and drip pan
- Shade dial for toast darkness control
Strengths
- 14 presets simplify cooking common foods without guessing time and temperature
Limitations
- 0.5 cubic foot cavity is smaller than the Oster or Toshiba, so a 12-inch pizza doesn't fit
- Touchscreen controls can be less responsive with greasy fingers during cooking
- Build materials are noticeably lighter-duty than the metal-bodied Cuisinart or Oster
Key specs: 1800W with broil and toast functions, 0.6 cubic foot cavity fits a 12-inch pizza or 4 chicken breasts, Classic dial controls with 30-minute timer.
- 1800W with broil and toast functions
- 0.6 cubic foot cavity fits a 12-inch pizza or 4 chicken breasts
- Classic dial controls with 30-minute timer
- Includes broil rack and bake pan
- Cuisinart's 3-year limited warranty
Strengths
- 3-year warranty exceeds the 1-year coverage typical of budget and even some premium models
- Straightforward dial controls that don't require learning a digital menu system
Limitations
- No convection fan, a classic radiant-heat design, so browning is less even than convection models
- No digital display or precise temperature readout
- Dated design compared to digital competitors at a similar price
Key specs: 1200W with natural convection fan, 4-slice cavity fits a 9-inch pizza, Toast, bake, and broil functions.
- 1200W with natural convection fan
- 4-slice cavity fits a 9-inch pizza
- Toast, bake, and broil functions
- 60-minute mechanical timer with auto shutoff
- Under $35 street price
Strengths
- Lowest price of any convection-equipped model in this guide
- Compact size and low wattage suit occasional, light use without a big power draw
- Simple mechanical controls are easy for anyone to use without a manual
Limitations
- 1200W is the lowest wattage in this list, preheat and cook times run longer than higher-wattage models
- Build quality feels noticeably lighter than Cuisinart or Oster at a similar price
- 4-slice cavity limits use to toast, reheating, and small single-dish baking
Key specs: 1100W with toast, bake, and broil functions, 4-slice cavity fits a 9-inch pizza, Mechanical timer dial, no digital components.
- 1100W with toast, bake, and broil functions
- 4-slice cavity fits a 9-inch pizza
- Mechanical timer dial, no digital components
- Removable baking pan and toast rack included
- Under $30 street price
Strengths
- Cheapest oven in this guide, adequate for basic toast and reheating tasks
- No digital parts to fail, long service life reported for a purely mechanical design
- Small footprint fits dorm rooms and minimal kitchens
Limitations
- No convection fan at all, the least even heat distribution in this guide
- Thermostat variance is the widest of any model here, unsuitable for temperature-sensitive baking
- 4-slice cavity rules out anything beyond toast, small reheats, and a personal pizza
Key specs: 1200W with bake, broil, and toast functions, Ultra-compact cavity fits a 9-inch pizza or 4 slices of toast, Includes a removable baking tray.
- 1200W with bake, broil, and toast functions
- Ultra-compact cavity fits a 9-inch pizza or 4 slices of toast
- Includes a removable baking tray
- Mechanical timer dial
- Under $30 street price
Strengths
- Smallest footprint in this guide, ideal for dorm rooms, RVs, or a secondary countertop
- Simple mechanical controls, no learning curve
- Lightweight and easy to store or move between counters
Limitations
- Smallest cavity of any model here, cannot fit anything larger than a small personal pizza
- No convection fan, so browning is uneven front-to-back
- Thermostat is not precise enough for baking recipes with a specific target temperature
Strengths
- Flips up for storage
- Air fry, bake, toast and more
- Fits a 12-inch pizza
- Fast heating
Limitations
- Low interior height limits tall foods
- Exterior gets hot
- Flip mechanism needs backsplash clearance
How we chose
- Picks are based on manufacturer specs, independent reviews and owner reports. We don't claim our own testing.
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