Smeg TSF01 2 Slice Toaster

The TSF01 is the toaster most people picture when they think of retro kitchen styling, and its rounded, colour-matched enamel body is the main reason to choose it. On the spec sheet it is a 950W two-slice with six browning levels, extra-wide slots with automatic centring racks, and reheat, defrost and bagel functions, plus non-slip feet and a removable crumb tray. It typically sells for around £125 to £150 depending on colour and retailer, against a £149.95 RRP. Aggregated customer feedback is more mixed than for the Dualit or Sage, with the design and finish praised more consistently than the toasting-for-the-price. Against the Russell Hobbs below, you pay a large premium for looks and a heavier build rather than for better everyday results, so it is the pick when the aesthetic genuinely matters to you.