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Black and Decker 4 Slice vs Oster 6 Slice Convection Oven Side-by-Side Comparison
Black and Decker 4 Slice vs Oster 6 Slice Convection Oven. Demonstrating the key differences between a small toaster oven and a large one.
Black and Decker 4 Slice
Tested Using Methodology v1.0Oster 6 Slice Convection Oven
Tested Using Methodology v1.0
Overall Verdict
The Black and Decker 4 Slice (TO1760SS) and the Oster 6 Slice Convection Oven (TSSTTVMNDG-SHP-2) have an easy time of it. The comparison demonstrates the key differences between a small and a large toaster oven and explains why the latter typically prevails. The Oster may cost almost twice as much as the Black+Decker, but it offers more real value.
A convection system, an inside light, a slide-out crumb tray, and a digital control panel are all made possible by the Oster's bigger size. More cooking space also means it’s less prone to splashing grease and less of a mess to clean. The Black and Decker, in contrast, only features three analog control dials and a removable crumb tray for cleaning the inside.
Credits where credits due, the Black and Decker did slightly better than the Oster in toasting bread despite a lower power output. We figured the Oster’s cooking chamber was too large for its not-so-high power. However, while baking pizza, whole chickens, and fries, the Oster convection fan offered benefits in terms of getting the proper color and texture.
Pros & Cons
- Lightweight and small size
- Easy-to-clean stainless steel exterior
- Cool-touch door handle
- Simple control knobs
- Stay-on feature
- Quartz heating elements have safeguards
- Energy-saving
- 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
- No convection fan
- No internal lighting
- No safety mechanism for the door
- Convection fan isn’t all-applicable
- No safety mechanism for the door
- Buttons not reliably responsive
Key Specs
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Analysis and Test Results
Performance
Toast
Pizza
Whole Roasted Chicken
Baked French Fries
Design
In the Box
Exterior
Control Panel
Cooking Functions
Interior
Power Cord
Accessories
Build Quality
Capacity
Usability
User Control
Ease of Use
Cleanability
Behind the Comparison
Alan Nguyen is a writer and product reviewer at HealthyKitchen101. His major in English language teaching taught him to present concise information. In addition to his cooking hobby, he values the practical aspects of household appliances.
Lap is Head of the Research, Testing, and Review Team (RTR Team) at HealthyKitchen101.com, where he directs and supervises the testing of kitchen gadgets and appliances.
Tuyet Pham is an award-winning Saigonese chef passionate about delicious and healthful foods. At HealthyKitchen101, she develops recipes and collaborates with our Research, Testing, and Review lab to evaluate the performance of cooking appliances. Her assessments add a strong authoritative voice to our product scoring process.
Nguyen Ntk is a graphic designer, photographer, and videographer whose philosophy centers around respecting and celebrating the beauty of reality. Through his lenses, Nguyen strives to capture the true essence of objects and events, showcasing and highlighting authentic features without distortion or exaggeration.
