Eight cooking functions and a real grill plate make this the hardest working box on your counter.
7.5
KADS SCORE
Quick Take
The Cuisinart TOA-70 packs air frying, convection baking, broiling, toasting and a genuine grill function into one countertop oven. It cooks fast and evenly, and the grill plate is a real differentiator at this price. Plan to learn its hot spots and give it a permanent home on the counter.
Loves
- Eight functions cover air fry, bake, broil, toast and grill
- Reversible grill and griddle plate sears steaks and veggies
- 1800 watts heat up fast for weeknight cooking
- Large viewing window plus interior light
- Backed by a three year limited warranty
Not For
- Owners report it runs hotter than the dial suggests
- Interior and accessories can be fussy to clean
- Takes up meaningful counter space
- Toast results get mixed reviews
The Details
Full Review
Quality
The TOA-70 feels like a serious appliance rather than a gadget, with a stainless housing, reassuringly heavy door and a roomy 0.6 cubic foot interior that fits six slices of toast or a 13 inch pizza. The standout is the dual sided grill and griddle plate, which puts real sear marks on food in a way most toaster ovens cannot match. Controls are simple dials with a 60 minute timer and auto shutoff, and the nonstick interior wipes down reasonably well between deep cleans.
Value
At about two hundred twenty dollars the TOA-70 sits at the premium end of countertop ovens, but it replaces an air fryer, toaster oven and indoor grill in one footprint. Street prices often dip well below list, which makes the value case stronger. If you would otherwise buy two or three separate appliances, this consolidates the spend sensibly.
You’ll Love It If
Home cooks short on time who want air frying plus real grilling without firing up the stove.
Skip It If
Minimalists with tiny counters, or anyone who mainly wants a simple toaster.
FINAL VERDICT
The TOA-70 is a versatile and powerful countertop oven whose grill function sets it apart from the crowded air fryer field. It runs a little hot and demands counter space and occasional deep cleaning. For cooks who want one machine that genuinely does it all, it is a strong pick once you learn its quirks.
7.5/10
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