Hamilton Beach has a knack for making straightforward kitchen appliances that work. The 31123DA toaster oven is a prime example, built around a simple, clever door. The roll-top design slides up and out of the way, giving you full, safe access to the interior without a hot door swinging into your counter space.

It handles the core tasks—toast, bake, broil—with consistent, predictable results. The convection fan is a genuine upgrade, circulating air to shave minutes off cook times and promote even browning on a sheet of fries or roasted vegetables. The included bake pan doubles as a drip tray when you’re using the rack to broil burgers, a thoughtful touch that simplifies cleanup. Controls are all manual knobs for time, temperature, and function, which some will find refreshingly direct and others may see as less precise than digital buttons.

With a true six-slice capacity, it’s practical for small families or batch cooking sides. The interior is easy to wipe down, and the slide-out crumb tray is essential. Just know the exterior gets quite hot during extended use, so give it space on the counter.