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Instant Omni Plus 18L vs Hamilton Beach 31127D Toaster Oven Side-by-Side Comparison
Instant Omni Plus 18L vs Hamilton Beach 31127D Toaster Oven. A comparison between two countertop toaster ovens with no similarities other than their size.
Instant Omni Plus 18L
Tested Using Methodology v1.0Hamilton Beach 31127D
Tested Using Methodology v1.0Overall Verdict
In our performance tests, the Instant Omni Plus 18L consistently produced great results while the Hamilton Beach 31127D’s scores were so-so. On the bright side, the Hamilton did well in making toast where it tied with the Instant.
The Instant has four quartz heating elements and one swirl nichrome heating element which are sufficiently supplied with 1800 Watts of power. Meanwhile, the Hamilton only has four nichrome heating elements and uses 1400 W.
Both ovens have a sturdy build and are made from durable materials. The Instant is equipped with a convection system and interior light. Although the Hamilton has a neat roll-top door, it still has a fairly simple design.
Moreover, the Instant’s LCD touchscreen offers a status bar, automatic features, and unique cooking presets which are all useful. To give credit where credit’s due, the stay-on feature is a nice addition to the simple control dials of the Hamilton.
The Instant Omni Plus 18L, being a smart kitchen gadget, scored a massive victory against the Hamilton Beach 31127D in all aspects. Nonetheless, taking into account the price on top of everything else, the Hamilton is still a solid choice.
Pros & Cons
- Informative and eye-catching package
- Smart Programs and cooking status bar
- Electrical safety feature for the door
- Convenient slide-out crumb tray
- Safeguards for all heating elements
- Complimentary app with detailed instructions and numerous recipes
- Helpful toggles
- Easy-to-clean stainless steel exterior
- Easy-to-clean stainless steel exterior
- Roll-top door
- Cool-touch door handle
- Simple control knobs
- Stay-on feature
- Spacious interior
- Touchscreen digital displays need more contrast
- The master-control knob can be confusing
- No convection fan
- No internal lighting
- No safety mechanism for the door
Key Specs
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Analysis and Test Results
Performance
Toast
Pizza
Whole Roasted Chicken
Baked French Fries
Design
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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.