The Verdict
The Breville Compact Smart Toaster Oven is a versatile, high-performance appliance that brings professional-level cooking precision to kitchens with limited counter space. By utilizing intelligent quartz elements, this compact smart toaster oven ensures your meals are cooked evenly without sacrificing the utility of a larger unit.
Why We Love It (Key Features)
- Element iQ System: With five independent quartz elements, the oven uses smart algorithms to steer power exactly where it is needed, resulting in consistent, precise cooking every time.
- 8 Versatile Cooking Functions: Whether you are toasting bread, baking cookies, roasting chicken, or reheating leftovers, the preset functions simplify meal preparation across your favorite recipes.
- Space-Efficient Design: The 12 x 10 x 4.25-inch interior manages to hold a 12-inch pizza or four slices of toast, proving that you do not need a massive appliance to handle everyday roasting or baking tasks.
- Easy-Clean Non-Stick Interior: The internal cavity is finished with a non-stick coating, making it significantly easier to wipe away spills or crumbs after dinner is served.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Powerful 1800-watt preheating for faster meal preparation.
- Backlit LCD screen provides clear, easy-to-read feedback on settings and temperature.
- Customizable settings allow you to adjust time and temperature, and the oven saves those preferences for future use.
- Includes helpful accessories like an enamel baking pan and broil rack.
Cons
- Footprint requires dedicated counter space (measures 16-1/2 by 14-1/4 by 10 inches).
- Capacity is strictly limited to four slices of toast or a 12-inch pizza, which may not suit large families or batch cooking.
Who Should Buy This?
This oven is an ideal choice for urban dwellers, apartment residents, or anyone with a smaller kitchen who refuses to compromise on cooking quality. If you want the functionality of a full-sized roaster and pizza oven but need to keep your counters clear, this compact smart toaster oven provides the perfect balance of footprint and performance.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the temperature and timing ranges for this oven?
You can manually adjust the temperature from 120 to 450 degrees Fahrenheit, and the timer can be set for as little as one minute up to two hours.
How do I know when the oven is finished preheating?
The backlit LCD screen illuminates orange while the oven is preheating and cooking, then automatically shifts to blue to indicate the end of the cooking cycle.
Can I fit a full-sized pizza in this unit?
Yes, the interior is specifically designed to accommodate a 12-inch pizza, making it a great alternative to using a conventional oven for quick meals.
5.0 out of 5 stars Straight and to the point! I researched toaster ovens for quite some time and found a few that met my requirements. I did not want a convection capability because it was just something else to break. I was also space constrained by the location on our kitchen counter where we place the toaster oven. You get a lot of Toaster oven in a small space, check out the dimensions. Previously we had a DeLonghi unit for about 15 years and it was great. For the longest time I wanted to purchase a new one to match our other appliances and my wife thought that one was just fine; I had to wait until she thought there might be a problem.The day finally came and I looked for a good counter top oven with the capability to toast, bake, broil, etc. There were a number of units that most likely would have lasted a long long time. And, knowing I’d have to live with it for all of that and more I looked and looked. Understanding that background and that I read all the reviews on all the products here goes.We got this unit, opened the packag and put it together in 3 minutes. I didn’t even read the instructions at first. I plugged it in, reset it and went through the functions one at a time. (My wife was reading the instructions at that time). She said, “you have to preheat it for 15 minutes before using.”. So we put the DeLonghi back on the counter and toased our Bagels for breakfast. After that we did the burn in. This was important because, as they said, there were some “smells” that came from burning off the residue from manufacturing.I did not find the controls “flimsy”, but they also don’t feel like they were made for an industrial application. They are electronic controls (everything here is controlled by the electronics) and as such they don’t have a mechanical feel because they are not mechanical controls. I think they will last a very long time.All the functions work as described and are pretty simple to use. My wife was using it in less than 10 minutes and she has a hard time with electronic items.I like dark toast and my wife likes it medium: we just took her’s out early. The controls are accurate; you have to put it on the higher number to get dark toast.The timer is not loud, but it is loud enough unless you have the TV blaring and are in the other room. I like how it counts down cooking time and the on/off button.The function buttons are nice (like a microwave) because they simplify how to cook different things. Just like you’d expect.Bottom line, I paid twice as much for this as my next choice and since I’ll have to live with it forever; I am glad I did.We already have avoided using the big oven a few times; we dont’ use the oven much anyway. ( the oven has a nice feel to it and the door doesn’t slam shut unless you slam it)It is worth the extra money and if you want convection get the next model up; that is also worth it. We have convection on the big oven.OH YEAH, it matches all the other Pro Appliances in our kitchen; right down to the nice handle.
5.0 out of 5 stars Just great -- so well designed -- well except for a few unacceptable hot spots... I’ve been really reluctant to update my kitchen electronics because I love what I have so much. But age comes with time. I am reviewing here the toaster broiler oven but as background I just want to say: My 25 year old microwave finally gave out and I replaced it with the current version of that model despite the fact that all the reviews suggest that these microwaves give out after a couple of years — no more couple of decades of use as when they first appeared on the scene.But I was so happy with how the features had improved over the last 25 years — that just about everything I found irritating about my original microwave had been addressed and many things improved upon that I just been so pleased with having the new one.So my toaster broiler oven is also showing its age. It still works just fine but the paint is chipping, and it has some design flaws. We needed a 2nd one for a 2nd location so I figured it was time to move my current one to the second location and gamble on a new one. My positive experience with the microwave made me much more willing to do so.The Breville does not disappoint, it heats, cooks, broils, toasts everything so much better than my old one. The feature of the bamboo tray on top (purchased separately) is wonderful. Having the oven “pre-heat” to the desired temperature before sticking something in is also wonderful (Though I have not tested whether it does indeed get to the temperature it states. I am just starting to branch out from toast and broiling or simple cooking on the bake feature, like fish — nothing as sophisticated as bread or pizza yet.)Everything of the limited range I do comes out sooo much better than with my old one. and the subtleties and variations of temperature and style of heating and having a time to set for cooking, etc. is wonderful.But 2 things I find problematic — the unexpected hot spots — you can indeed burn yourself is you touch certain parts — and which parts they are is unexpected — a corner here, a certain point there. I don’t understand — with all the cleverness and care of the design of features — how hard could it be to put a little insulating or material that doesn’t get so burning hot on the outside?The other issue is that it seems that the oven stays in “standby” mode all the time and you need to unplug it after use. Maybe someone can correct me, but I don’t see a clock and the LCD screen stays lit with the temperature of the type of cooking on display 24 hours. That I find annoying but fortunately they have cleverly designed the plug with a hole so it is easy to pull out (see some of the pictures of the item to see what I mean.) Maybe that is safer anyway.SO despite these drawbacks — even the serious one of somewhat dangerous hot spots — the features are so wonderful, that I still give it 5 stars.However, if there would be children around or an aging parent, I would not keep it because of the hot spot potential to burn oneself.UPDATE: It’s been about 2 months — and I am even more in love with the Breville now. I appreciate a number of its features that were new to me — the reheat option (as opposed to bake), the toasting is great. It took a while to get used to how slow everything is — how long it takes to preheat to the desired temparature, how slowly even broiling takes. But it is worth developing the patience. Everything tastes so much more delicious properly cooked in this slower manner.And I was wrong about the LCD display light not going out; it does eventually. I am not sure how long because I haven’t yet noticed when it happens. But I no longer pull out the plug to stop the light.
5.0 out of 5 stars This little guy has changed my life - for the better!! I adore my Breville.I read many reviews before purchasing… but this little guy fits in perfectly and was exactly what I expected (and wanted). Some reviews said that the beeping was too much and/or too loud. Personally, I don’t get that at all – the Breville is a countertop oven, and beeps exactly when my full-sized oven would: when preheating is complete, and when the cooking is done. I also find the noise level is just fine – too quiet if anything!I find the controls to be simple and intuitive. Even when you’ve started cooking, you can still push the timer button to add (or subtract) time if needed. I love that the Breville remembers your last time and temp for each cooking preset. My baking and roasting vary of course, but my morning toast is exactly the same every time – it’s so nice that Breville remembers my “prefect” toast setting and just does that, every time I select “toast.”The Breville fits perfectly on my counter top in between the fridge and the bread basket. I don’t have any trouble with heat at all. I’ve left a couple inches between the fridge and the oven’s side (the one that doesn’t have extra air vents)… There’s another couple inches I left between the back of the oven and the counter backsplash. On the side with the vents, I’ve left the most space – maybe 6-10 inches before the side breadbox… No problems at all! And even with all that clearance the oven still doesn’t take up counter space. There is a hanging cabinet above this counter – but I have enough clearance that heat on the top side is not a problem.And for people who complained that the Breville heats up at all… this is a compact oven. If you don’t want an oven that gets hot on the surface, you don’t want an oven. Look at smaller, less oven and more “horizontal toaster” appliances. And if you do want a compact oven – then stop being surprised when the oven heats up. Also, get the Breville. It really is the best one you’re going to find.My only complaint is actually with the freebies that come with the Breville… the enamel broiling & baking pans are kinda “meh.” I cook with calphalon cookware and bakeware, so I just laughed at the little pans when I saw them. They are nice because they are a perfect fit for the oven’s interior space… but upon my first use, the broil pan warped in the heat. (I know, right?) Also, they aren’t dishwasher safe… so, basically, just get your own 10×10 pans. I can’t really complain too much, however – after all, the little pans are basically freebies. I was really paying for the oven, and the oven exceeds my expectations (and makes perfect toast and pizza).
5.0 out of 5 stars My wife really likes this Breville Compact Smart Oven. UPDATE : Nearly two years old and used every single day and we are just as pleased as the day it first arrived. There are some reviews which claim it wouldn’t last 6 months or a year, well the Breville unit we received is rapidly approaching its second birthday.Actually, with this unit, we use our regular oven less and less. I like the way this unit cooks but I really like the way it reheats food. Where a Microwave will warm food much faster, it also tends to make some meats “rubbery”. Not the Breville toaster oven, it warms the food through uniformly and doesn’t “change it” the microwaves can. This oven is also very good for crisping things like french fries, breads, etc. Whether its as simple as heating up my wife’s daily raspberry Pop tarts or baking cookies or making bread, this oven has done it all. Very good for pizza’s as well……..We have cooked a wide range of items in this oven and it’s used at least once everyday. Does my two years of use change my rating of this unit? No, I still rate it very highly and we are very happy with this toaster oven. We have even bought others this same toaster oven as a gift and they have indicated they are pleased with it.——————————————————————————————————————————————- ordered this as a surprise for my wife. Her last toaster oven recently went to the appliance yard in the sky and she had mentioned that she wanted another toaster oven, but not a cheapie that are sold at the local stores.After research, I found this Breville Compact Smart Oven and ordered it as a surprise for my wife. Imagine her surprise when it arrived, only to be immediately followed by disappointment that there was damage to the shipping box and it transferred to damage to the oven right in the center of the rear and top of the oven. I contacted Amazon immediately and they shipped a replacement which we had in just a few days. I returned the damaged oven the same day i received it. The return process couldn’t have been easier.My wife is very pleased with this oven’s consistency and it’s ease of use. It’s also a very good looking appliance. We were in Best Buy recently and they had the same oven at a price $90 higher than what I paid Amazon.Check out the plug on the cord, another indication that Breville is paying attention to how their product is actually used. Impressive.The oven is well made, is an attractive appliance and has the look, feel and function of a quality appliance. We have now used it for about a month and my wife uses it now instead of the big oven for many meals. This is one of those purchases which I looked forward to receiving and am now glad I spent the money. This is heads and shoulders above a Black and Decker or other similar low price point toaster oven. The size is also perfect to be left out on the counter in the corner where my wife wanted it kept.If I could, I would give this 6 stars. Well, in a way, I guess I can ******…..
4.0 out of 5 stars Very satisfactory little oven and toaster I have had this little oven since January, so have had lots of time to use it. It’s great! It fits nicely on the end of a kitchen counter, keeps its baking temperature very well, has easy access and a surprisingly large baking pan. A large chicken breast, or two small ones, cook evenly and well. Its toasting options are a little hard to figure out at first, but they are very accurate. The same dial controls the number of slices and the length of the cycle. You have to push the dial on the bottom, then turn it to choose the options. I particularly like that it turns itself off, but does not pop open or eject the slices like an old-fashioned toaster. (My husband thinks it takes too long, but it works for me as I am usually fixing another part of breakfast at the same time.) It is a little expensive, but dependable quality is!I would give it a fifth star if it was just an inch higher, so it would bake something as large as a small turkey breast half.
5.0 out of 5 stars My 2nd Breville product purchase This toaster oven is fantastic. I warmed two slices of bread for a sandwich. This toaster has degrees of toast for your bread. It was warmed perfectly to my liking, not brown, just warm. The bread came out of the refrigerator so it was cold so I used 2nd warming number. I have also used it on a frozen pasta dinner perfectly. It is very easy to use and heats up just the way you like it. There is no guessing. Made well and is easy to use. Just follow the start up instructions and you are good to go. My last toaster oven was good….but it doesn’t hold a candle to this one. It also has a warming function for the top of the toaster. It’s still new – but I am going to use this toaster oven often. Buy it with confidence.
5.0 out of 5 stars Perfect for Our Kitchen. The Breville BOV650XL Compact Smart Oven is a highly efficient, space-saving countertop powerhouse that consistently delivers the reliable performance of a full-sized range without crowding smaller kitchens. Powered by Breville’s Element IQ system, it distributes 1,800 watts of power across four quartz elements for precise temperature control, exceptionally rapid preheating, and even cooking. While its compact footprint is perfect for singles or couples—easily accommodating a 12-inch pizza or four slices of bread—the smaller interior cavity means it won’t fit a full-sized roasting chicken or tall Dutch oven. It also lacks a convection fan or air-fry option found on Breville’s larger models, and its exterior can get notably hot during operation. Nevertheless, with an intuitive backlit LCD interface, 8 customizable cooking presets, and a durable stainless steel build, it remains an excellent premium investment for anyone prioritizing speed, accuracy, and daily versatility.