Breville’s Eye Q Uses an Optic Sensor for Flawless Toast. Here’s My Review
The Eye Q may be too pricey for most households, but it’ll dazzle toast lovers with a padded budget.
The Breville Eye Q 850 Auto Toaster utilizes an optic sensor to attain ideal toast doneness, eliminating the need for time and temperature monitoring. After testing the premium appliance for a month, my assessment reveals it delivers on its promise, with a few considerations to note. The sleek, matte black brushed stainless steel casing and ceramic top portion give the toaster a high-end appearance.
A green optic sensor within the left-side slot monitors bread color, ensuring precise doneness. The unit's safety features include an automatic shut-off when no bread is inserted and an adjustable volume for the introductory chime signaling the start and end of each cycle. Five buttons manage cycle start/stop, doneness adjustment, bagel and English muffin modes, and a feature called "A Bit More."
A power cord storage slot provides cord management, while the removable crumb tray simplifies cleaning. My tests with white, brown, and sourdough bread, as well as Pop-Tarts and frozen French toast, generally yielded positive results. However, dark brown bread presented challenges, with even the lowest setting proving overly crispy and smoke appearing in some instances.
The toaster excels with lighter breads but may require adjustments or caution when toasting darker varieties. Pop-Tart reheating via Timer Mode necessitates experimentation to achieve desired results. Though priced at $300, the Breville Eye Q Auto Toaster caters to dedicated toast enthusiasts seeking a premium appliance. For budget-conscious consumers, more affordable options like the Cuisinart CPT-122 or Breville BTA720XL offer reliable performance at a lower cost.
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