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Cuisinart TOA-60 vs Oster TSSTTVMNDG-SHP-2 Toaster Oven Side-by-Side Comparison

Overall Verdict
With a number of similarities in their features, the Cuisinart TOA-60 and Oster TSSTTVMNDG-SHP-2 made for an interesting comparison. Let’s dive into why the Cuisinart triumphed in every aspect.
In terms of performance, the Cuisinart consistently excelled in all of our tests. One of the strengths of this oven was its steady and stable temperature. A strong power output of 1800 W, six nichrome heating elements, and a strong convection system contributed to this.
The Oster was able to hold its own in baking pizza and roasting a whole chicken. However, the oven’s lower power of 1200 watts in conjunction with its large capacity hindered its ability to bake french fries.
Although both ovens have two tray levels, it was tricky to get the toast done right on both sides for the Oster while it wasn’t a problem for the Cuisinart. Moreover, the baking rack of the Cuisinart can be placed either way up.
Both ovens have an interior light and a slide-out crumb tray which are always useful. Besides the standard baking rack and pan, the Cuisinart comes with an air fryer basket while the Oster has a broiling rack.
Despite both being simple to use, the control dials of the Cuisinart provide more reliable interactions than the flat buttons of the Oster. The extra functions do make the Oster more beginner-friendly.
Pros & Cons
- Simple and straight-to-the-point control knobs
- Sturdy design and durable material
- Convection fan is all-applicable
- Electrical safety feature for the door
- Convenient slide-out crumb tray
- Easy-to-clean stainless steel exterior
- Plenty of recipes included in the user manual
- Large capacity
- Easy-to-clean stainless steel exterior
- Cool-touch door handle
- Convenient slide-out crumb tray
- High-contrast digital display
- Internal lighting available
- Extra functions
- Opening the door also turns off the light
- A bit heavier and taller than other same-type ovens
- Not very budget-friendly
- Convection fan isn’t all-applicable
- No safety mechanism for the door
- Buttons not reliably responsive
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Analysis and Test Results
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