Head-to-head · Best Toasters

Beautiful by Drew Barrymore 2-Slice Toaster vs Cuisinart CPT-122 2-Slice Compact Plastic Toaster

Which is the better buy? Side-by-side on rating, price, strengths, and watch-outs — with the published ratings we averaged to get there.

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The short answer

Beautiful by Drew Barrymore 2-Slice Toaster comes out ahead by a clear margin (4.5 vs 3.8). The gap is mostly about design-conscious buyers who want top-rated performance — read the strengths below before deciding.

Higher ratedRanked #1 in Best Toasters

Beautiful by Drew Barrymore 2-Slice Toaster

4.5

4 sourcesall derived$50as of Sep 1

The Beautiful by Drew Barrymore 2-Slice Toaster earned Taste of Home's 'best overall' designation, praised for its sleek design and performance. It features a touchscreen interface that's easier to clean and includes special settings for bagels and gluten-free bread. However, YouTube reviewer noted it uses the same internal components as cheaper models and that the capacitive touch controls can be problematic when hands are wet or when cleaning with damp towels.

Strengths

— Won 'best overall' award in Taste of Home's toaster testing
— Features touchscreen technology that's easier to clean than traditional buttons
— Compact design taking up only 11 inches of space

Watch-outs

— Uses same internal structure as lower-end toasters like Amazon Basics and Continental Electric
— Capacitive touch controls may not work well with wet hands or oven mitts

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Ranked #5 in Best Toasters

Cuisinart CPT-122 2-Slice Compact Plastic Toaster

3.8

4 sources1 derived$39.95as of Sep 1

The Cuisinart CPT-122 delivers strong toasting performance in a compact, budget-friendly design. Reviewers noted its ability to produce visible browning on light settings and consistent results across multiple toasting rounds. While it excels at regular bread toasting, it underperforms with bagels and waffles. The toaster's small footprint and seven shade settings make it suitable for most households, though those who frequently toast bagels may want to consider alternatives.

Strengths

— Consistently produces golden-brown toast with visible browning even on light settings
— Seven shade settings provide good flexibility for most households
— Compact footprint ideal for cramped countertops or smaller kitchens

Watch-outs

— Bagel toasting performance is subpar with inconsistent results
— Waffle toasting performance is mediocre

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Derived means the reviewer published no score, so one was inferred from their written verdict. Everything else is a number the publisher printed. How we rank.

How they stack up

Beautiful by Drew Barrymore 2-Slice Toaster

The Beautiful toaster stands out for its 'best overall' award from Taste of Home, outperforming even Breville's models in their testing. However, it shares the same basic internal heating components as lower-end models like the Cuisinart CPT-122, unlike the Breville BTA820XL which offers better performance with its die-cast construction. While it features a sleek touchscreen interface, it's less practical than the Breville BTA720XL's physical controls for users with wet hands or during cleaning.

Cuisinart CPT-122 2-Slice Compact Plastic Toaster

The Cuisinart CPT-122 outperforms the Hamilton Beach Two-Slice Toaster in terms of browning consistency and shade settings, offering seven levels compared to the Hamilton Beach's 1-7 intensity settings. However, unlike the Breville BTA720XL which handles thick slices better, the CPT-122 struggles with bagel toasting. It's also less durable than the Breville BTA820XL's stainless steel construction and lacks the advanced features found in the Beautiful by Drew Barrymore toaster.

Specs side-by-side

Spec	Beautiful by Drew Barrymore 2-Slice Toaster	Cuisinart CPT-122 2-Slice Compact Plastic Toaster
Features	Bagel, Gluten-Free	Bagel function, crumb tray, cord wrap
Dimensions	11 inches	6.5" x 11" x 7.2"
Slots	Extra wide, self-adjusting slots	1.5" wide toasting slots
Material	Long-lasting steel accents with Soft Matte Premium finish	Plastic
Slices	2	2
Functions	Toast, Bagel, Frozen, Reheat	Reheat, Defrost and Bagel controls
Settings	7 settings	7-setting shade dial
Operation	High-lift, die-cast lever	High-lift carriage
Browning Settings	7	7

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