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Mueller 4 Slice Toaster Oven vs Black and Decker 4 Slice Toaster Oven Side-by-Side Comparison
Mueller 4 Slice vs Black and Decker 4 Slice Toaster Oven. Comparing the two shows why the former is our best-value pick for the small category
Mueller 4 Slice
Tested Using Methodology v1.0Black and Decker 4 Slice
Tested Using Methodology v1.0Overall Verdict
Comparing the Mueller 4 Slice Toaster Oven to the Black and Decker 4 Slice Toaster Oven shows why the former is our best-value pick for the small category. With similar sizes and prices, the Mueller is obviously the better choice with its higher overall score.
Both toaster ovens have two quartz heating elements and analog control dials. The Mueller, additionally, has a unique detachable crumb tray that makes it easier to clean the interior—a common problem for small units. Most importantly, the Mueller has a higher build quality shown in its thicker casing for better heat insulation and firmer, more precise dials.
What solidified the Mueller’s higher value was its performance score that’s good even in comparison to larger units. Although the two toaster oven have similar power draw and no convection system, the Mueller was better in all of our cooking tests, including toasting bread, baking pizza, roasting whole chicken, and baking pizza.
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
- 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
- No convection fan
- No internal lighting
- No safety mechanism for the door
- 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
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.