bit-tech Shopping: Krups FEM2B 2-Slice Toaster - Black With Metal

Rating: 8

Time with product: 3 Weeks

Strengths: Handsome as the day is long-

Weaknesses: Other reviewers findings about uneven browning are a bit unfounded, not untrue but super critical?

Summary: looks excellent next to the Farberware coffee pot, easy to use and understand. Have not used the extended lift feature sure it will help get a grip on the English muffins. Have had it for some time now and it is a solid toaster, think that the reports of uneven toast are a bit too critical, slightly? maybe ... overall the top is slightly darker, but not in a shocking way, it also depends on the bread, found with thin rye where it slumps and makes itself closer to the heating elements it is uneven, but that isn't the fault of the toaster as much as it is of the bread. Upped my rating after living with the appliance for some time now.

Rating: 8

Time with product: 2 Days

Strengths: Many settings and options. Accommodates thick to thin items. The multi-position lever to lift smaller items out.Defrost setting works well--I keep my bread in the freezer.Warming tray.

Weaknesses: Some breads toast unevenly--toasting more on top and less on the lower portion of the slice. A bit bulky on limited counter space.

Summary: Overall, I am pleased with this purchase. It is a very nice looking unit, the brushed stainless steel and the blue led defrost and bagel buttons give it a cool contemporary feel. After using this unit regularly with my favorite breads, I appreciate the many settings and adjustments which allow me to get it "just right."

Rating: 10

Time with product: 30 Days

Strengths: Toasts bread, bagels and buns evenly. There is a wide range of settings for browning.

Weaknesses: I haven't found any yet!

Summary: This is the best toaster I have ever owned and is worth the price. The slots are wide enough to toast hamburger and brat buns on the "bagel" setting without burning them. The lever that raises the toast has multiple settings so even the smallest piece of toast is easily lifted out. I would buy this toaster again and have recommended it to my friends and family.

Rating: 10

Time with product: 2 Weeks

Strengths: Quality, price

Weaknesses: None

Summary: Nice toaster. Has everything you need, including ability to toast one side only (bagel button)and defrost. Lever to easy access with 3 positions. Looks nice. Price with coupon was $45.

Rating: 6

Time with product: 10 Days

Strengths: Stylish design. Nice inclusion of warming tray. Bagel function is appreciated.

Weaknesses: Did not toast evenly.

Summary: Very handsome toaster design will look good in your kitchen. Some nice extra features make this is good buy, although not sure how many people will use the warming tray. Just wish the toasting was more consistent.