Breville BTA720XL Die-Cast 2-Slice Smart vs Black+Decker T2707S 2-Slice Extra-Wide
Both made our Best 2-Slice Toasters shortlist, at #1 and #3. Here's how they differ and who each one suits.
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Quick verdict
Choose the Breville BTA720XL Die-Cast 2-Slice Smart Toaster if you want same thermostatic browning consistency as the 4-slice BTA840XL, in a smaller footprint. Choose the Black+Decker T2707S 2-Slice Extra-Wide if you'd rather have toast boost lever raises short slices high enough to grab without tongs. Overall we rank the Breville BTA720XL Die-Cast 2-Slice Smart Toaster higher: #1 versus #3 in our Best 2-Slice Toasters list.
Winner overall: Breville BTA720XL Die-Cast 2-Slice Smart Toaster
Breville BTA720XL Die-Cast 2-Slice Smart Toaster vs Black+Decker T2707S 2-Slice Extra-Wide compared
Every difference that matters, in one table.
| Attribute | ||
|---|---|---|
| Our ranking | #1 of 10 in Best 2-Slice Toasters | #3 of 10 in Best 2-Slice Toasters |
| Pick label | ||
| Brand | Breville | Black+Decker |
| Key features | Thermostatic (Element IQ) shade control; 1.5-inch wide slots; Lift-and-look mid-cycle inspection | Extra-wide 1.5-inch slots; Toast boost lever raises small items for easier removal; 6-shade browning dial |
| Biggest strength | Same thermostatic browning consistency as the 4-slice BTA840XL, in a smaller footprint | Toast boost lever raises short slices high enough to grab without tongs |
| Main trade-off | The most expensive 2-slice toaster in this roundup by a wide margin | Shade consistency varies more between a cold and warm toaster than on timer-compensated models |
| Best for | Most buyers | Most buyers |
Which should you buy?
#1 pick
Choose the Breville BTA720XL Die-Cast 2-Slice Smart Toaster if…
- Same thermostatic browning consistency as the 4-slice BTA840XL, in a smaller footprint
- 1.5-inch slots are the widest of any 2-slice toaster on the market, handling bagels without compression
- Lift-and-look avoids resetting the cycle when checking progress
Prefer the alternative? See the Black+Decker T2707S 2-Slice Extra-Wide section.
#3 pick
Choose the Black+Decker T2707S 2-Slice Extra-Wide if…
- Toast boost lever raises short slices high enough to grab without tongs
- Simple mechanical dial is easy to use and rarely needs recalibrating
- Consistently rated 4.3 stars across more than 7,000 buyers
Prefer the alternative? See the Breville BTA720XL Die-Cast 2-Slice Smart Toaster section.
Pros and cons of each
Breville BTA720XL Die-Cast 2-Slice Smart Toaster
Pros
- Same thermostatic browning consistency as the 4-slice BTA840XL, in a smaller footprint
- 1.5-inch slots are the widest of any 2-slice toaster on the market, handling bagels without compression
- Lift-and-look avoids resetting the cycle when checking progress
- Die-cast housing feels noticeably more solid than stamped-metal budget models
Cons
- The most expensive 2-slice toaster in this roundup by a wide margin
- 1-year warranty is shorter than Cuisinart's 3-year coverage on comparable models
- Die-cast finish shows fingerprints and needs regular wiping
Black+Decker T2707S 2-Slice Extra-Wide
Pros
- Toast boost lever raises short slices high enough to grab without tongs
- Simple mechanical dial is easy to use and rarely needs recalibrating
- Consistently rated 4.3 stars across more than 7,000 buyers
Cons
- Shade consistency varies more between a cold and warm toaster than on timer-compensated models
- Housing is stamped metal and plastic, not die-cast, noticeably lighter and less rigid
- Crumb tray is small and needs frequent emptying with regular use
Breville BTA720XL Die-Cast 2-Slice Smart Toaster vs Black+Decker T2707S 2-Slice Extra-Wide: common questions
Which is better, the Breville BTA720XL Die-Cast 2-Slice Smart Toaster or the Black+Decker T2707S 2-Slice Extra-Wide?
Choose the Breville BTA720XL Die-Cast 2-Slice Smart Toaster if you want same thermostatic browning consistency as the 4-slice BTA840XL, in a smaller footprint. Choose the Black+Decker T2707S 2-Slice Extra-Wide if you'd rather have toast boost lever raises short slices high enough to grab without tongs. Overall we rank the Breville BTA720XL Die-Cast 2-Slice Smart Toaster higher: #1 versus #3 in our Best 2-Slice Toasters list.
What is the difference between the Breville BTA720XL Die-Cast 2-Slice Smart Toaster and the Black+Decker T2707S 2-Slice Extra-Wide?
The Breville BTA720XL Die-Cast 2-Slice Smart Toaster stands out because same thermostatic browning consistency as the 4-slice BTA840XL, in a smaller footprint, while the Black+Decker T2707S 2-Slice Extra-Wide stands out because toast boost lever raises short slices high enough to grab without tongs. The trade-offs differ too: the Breville BTA720XL Die-Cast 2-Slice Smart Toaster's main caveat is that the most expensive 2-slice toaster in this roundup by a wide margin, and the Black+Decker T2707S 2-Slice Extra-Wide's is that shade consistency varies more between a cold and warm toaster than on timer-compensated models.
Is the Breville BTA720XL Die-Cast 2-Slice Smart Toaster worth it over the Black+Decker T2707S 2-Slice Extra-Wide?
For most buyers, yes: it's our #1 pick. Consider the Black+Decker T2707S 2-Slice Extra-Wide instead if the most expensive 2-slice toaster in this roundup by a wide margin is a deal-breaker for you.