I am sorry but I am very disappointed in this toaster. It is not fully electronic, it has a manual push down lever so seems quite basic to me for the price. It is not cooking my toast from frozen and not worth the My Deal “reduced” price I paid. It has not met my expectations. I presumed it would be a fully electronic model when I read the My Deal high original price, just like my daughter’s. Her KitchenAid toaster is fantastic, it cooks toast perfectly, from frozen, at the touch of a button. I waited a long time to buy a KitchenAid toaster and am sorry to say that I regret this purchase.

Bread burnt on one side and too light on the other

I'm 69 years old and have owned numerous toaster and have to say this by far is the worst toaster I have ever used. Reason is that it's the only toaster I have owned that it's toasts both side at different temperatures. One side is too dark, other side too light. If I put a slice of white bread in and move it past the lowest setting 1 it's burnt on one side. Only usable on setting #1, the rest are worthless. Seriously considering buying another brand and using this one only for an emergency.

Great, no frills toaster!

Bought this a few weeks ago to replace the same toaster type which finally said good-bye. The former toaster lasted 10 years. The new toaster is currently working great and I have zero issues. I do, though, wish KitchenAid kept the LED feature on the new toaster (previously on the older toaster). The LED showed the toasting level in number (vs a dial with numbers) and it also showed how much time was left for the toast to be complete (there was a "countdown bar of sorts). These were definitely welcomed perks to the simple device and levelled it up. Too bad these were removed and the new toaster is now as basic as it gets.

Looking for something else...

Not the best toaster. Does not toast fully on both sides. One side is toasted while the other is hardly toasted at all.The little line on the shade selector has faded, so it's difficult to see what number it's on. It does have a click sound when you turn it which is sort of helpful but seeing the line helps me more than the click. The most annoying thing about this toaster is the LOUD BEEP that happens at the end of the toasting cycle. I didn't realize it had this feature when I purchased it.After 4 months of using this toaster the beep still bothers me. I usually try to end the toasting cycle before it beeps.Anyway, I liked my Cuisinart toaster better. I had it for several years, it was perfect. Sadly though, it seems the quality has gone down on the same model ... MoreNot the best toaster. Does not toast fully on both sides. One side is toasted while the other is hardly toasted at all.The little line on the shade selector has faded, so it's difficult to see what number it's on. It does have a click sound when you turn it which is sort of helpful but seeing the line helps me more than the click. The most annoying thing about this toaster is the LOUD BEEP that happens at the end of the toasting cycle. I didn't realize it had this feature when I purchased it.After 4 months of using this toaster the beep still bothers me. I usually try to end the toasting cycle before it beeps.Anyway, I liked my Cuisinart toaster better. I had it for several years, it was perfect. Sadly though, it seems the quality has gone down on the same model since I purchased my previous one. So, I'll continue the search for my next great toaster... : )

No LCD or Bluetooth but it toasts bread perfectly.

Purchasing a new toaster was surprisingly complicated. So many to choose from a myriad of manufacturers in price ranges from $25 to over $200, some with lcd displays and others with too many dials, switches, and features. I simply want to make toasted bread and don’t need another over-engineered gadget in the kitchen. The more complicated a mechanism is the more prone to breakage. So when I saw this toaster from a proven brand like Kitchen Aid that was Spartan in its simplicity, yet still stylish, in an affordable price range, boasting good reviews, I ordered it, and I’m glad I did. We have used it for a couple weeks for both bread and bagels an find that it toasts bread evenly, which is the most common complaint about toasters; uneven toasting. We also like the ... MorePurchasing a new toaster was surprisingly complicated. So many to choose from a myriad of manufacturers in price ranges from $25 to over $200, some with lcd displays and others with too many dials, switches, and features. I simply want to make toasted bread and don’t need another over-engineered gadget in the kitchen. The more complicated a mechanism is the more prone to breakage. So when I saw this toaster from a proven brand like Kitchen Aid that was Spartan in its simplicity, yet still stylish, in an affordable price range, boasting good reviews, I ordered it, and I’m glad I did. We have used it for a couple weeks for both bread and bagels an find that it toasts bread evenly, which is the most common complaint about toasters; uneven toasting. We also like the audible beep when the toast is done.

Overpowered

I'm somewhat disappointed with the toaster. It appears to be significantly overpowered. With a setting of 1, I get just very slightly browned, somewhat warm toast. With a setting of 2, the toast is right at the limit of being inedible. It's right on the edge of being turned into croutons. I have yet to find anything that would allow me to use the 3, 4, and 5 settings.It's certainly well-made and attractive. The controls are repeatable and consistent which is what really matters to me. But I can only barely use two of the setting levels which is disappointing.

Sorry I chose this toaster

When my Oster toaster gave out, I decided to upgrade to a KitchenAid. It was a mistake. The Oster was better. The bagel setting simply does not work properly. The "front" of the bagel gets hard, but somehow not actually hot, and the rest of the bagel barely gets warm. I tried changing the "shade" but the result is basically the same. Toasting bagels on the regular setting works better than on the bagel setting. It toasts more unevenly than other toasters I've had. Whether toasting toast or bagels, it tends to burn the top of the slice in the slot on the right. Finally, this toaster gives a shrill whistle about 1 second before the toast pops up. I suppose some people might find this helpful, but I would prefer a toaster that does not emit any shrill whistles. I ... MoreWhen my Oster toaster gave out, I decided to upgrade to a KitchenAid. It was a mistake. The Oster was better. The bagel setting simply does not work properly. The "front" of the bagel gets hard, but somehow not actually hot, and the rest of the bagel barely gets warm. I tried changing the "shade" but the result is basically the same. Toasting bagels on the regular setting works better than on the bagel setting. It toasts more unevenly than other toasters I've had. Whether toasting toast or bagels, it tends to burn the top of the slice in the slot on the right. Finally, this toaster gives a shrill whistle about 1 second before the toast pops up. I suppose some people might find this helpful, but I would prefer a toaster that does not emit any shrill whistles. I realize that complaining about a toaster seems picky and pampered, but maybe I can save someone else from spending more for an inferior toaster.

Thanking God KitchenAid is an honorable company

We love KitchenAid and have used them for years. This toaster was manufactured 11 yrs ago and came from Always-Quality and they only warranty items for 30 days. Thank God KitchenAid honored their one year warranty and we’re getting a new toaster, this one only toasts on one side. If KA had decided the toaster was too old, which they nearly did decide that, we would have been screwed. Walmart needs to stop letting their vendors sell OLD products. Make sure to check the serial number on your purchase before keeping anything longer than 30 days.

Tired of other toasters, I'm keeping this one.

I've been on a try for free & free returns guarantee toaster trial w/Amazon. After trying to find a 2-slice long slot toaster to fit my long length Sourdough bread slices AND also toast well, nothing was good enough. I realized long-slot toasters, no matter which brand or or price range from economy to very expensive just doesn't toast like a regular 2-slot toaster. That prompted me to give KitchenAid a try since their stand mixers are top-notch quality. I just received my regular 2-slot toaster & over the last few days I've decided it's a keeper. Finally! Though my long Sourdough bread won't quite fit (about 1/4-inch short), I simply cut off 1/8-in off on side then it fits in perfectly & toasts like I like it..a nice slight golden brown. Its not an issue to do that ... MoreI've been on a try for free & free returns guarantee toaster trial w/Amazon. After trying to find a 2-slice long slot toaster to fit my long length Sourdough bread slices AND also toast well, nothing was good enough. I realized long-slot toasters, no matter which brand or or price range from economy to very expensive just doesn't toast like a regular 2-slot toaster. That prompted me to give KitchenAid a try since their stand mixers are top-notch quality. I just received my regular 2-slot toaster & over the last few days I've decided it's a keeper. Finally! Though my long Sourdough bread won't quite fit (about 1/4-inch short), I simply cut off 1/8-in off on side then it fits in perfectly & toasts like I like it..a nice slight golden brown. Its not an issue to do that for me. I keep my bread in the refrigerator usually & figured out the perfect setting. However, the one time the bread was kept out at room temperate, it toasted darker even though it was the same bread. Keep that in mind when toasting. This toaster is a keeper.

Very Disappointed

I purchased an earlier version of this toaster probably 6-7 years ago and was very happy with it. However, it finally stopped working and I replaced it with this toaster. Do not assume that “new and improved” is always better. In this case KA is offering a cheaper, less desirable model. It takes forever to toast a slice of bread and does so unevenly. While I like the bagel function, the toaster does not allow me to lift the bagel or muffin high enough to easily get it out. In addition it is not possible to lift the slice of bread up during toasting to check on status unless you completely cancel the cycle.