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Instant Omni Plus 18L vs Oster TSSTTVMNDG-SHP-2 Toaster Oven Side-by-Side Comparison
Instant Omni Plus 18L vs Oster TSSTTVMNDG-SHP-2 Toaster Oven. When it comes to digital countertop convection toaster ovens, bigger isn’t always better.
Instant Omni Plus 18L
Tested Using Methodology v1.0Oster 6 Slice Convection Oven
Tested Using Methodology v1.0
Overall Verdict
The Oster TSSTTVMNDG-SHP-2 managed to fall not too far behind the Instant Omni Plus 18L in most of our performance tests including toasting bread, roasting a whole chicken, and baking pizza. However, the Instant left the Oster in the dust with its baked french fries.
Their differences in performance could be explained by a number of factors. The Instant’s four quartz heating elements and one swirl nichrome heating element are powered with 1800 W. Meanwhile, the Oster’s four nichrome heating elements are only supplied with 1300 W in addition to the oven’s larger capacity.
Design-wise, both ovens have a slide-out crumb tray as well as other features but the Instant’s materials are more durable. Not only the Instant has more cooking functions, but it also has more accessories to accommodate more cooking methods including a rotisserie kit and an air fryer basket.
As for features of convenience, both have toggles for lighting and convection. However, the Instant’s control panel has a useful cooking status bar alongside audio cues and automatic features. While both are easy to use, the Oster’s buttons could be improved with better responsiveness.
The Instant Omni Plus 18L is the winner in all aspects, and at a fair price. Nonetheless, the Oster TSSTTVMNDG-SHP-2 is still an inexpensive, large toaster oven that does the job.
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
- 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
- Touchscreen digital displays need more contrast
- The master-control knob can be confusing
- 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.
