DH got sick of the toaster a few years ago, and stated he was going to buy a toaster oven, I thought he was nuts spending that much money instead of a new cheaper toaster. Wow, was I wrong, it is just DH and I now, and wow do I love that toaster oven, I never dreamed I would like it so much. As like many of you, I am making smaller meals, so the toaster oven is perfect, I even bought a few smaller pans, ie: 8x8" and a 6x9". As stated previously, perfect for warming up pizza too. The oven we have has a bagel setting for toasting, it is my favorite setting for toast, browns the top, but the bottom stays softer. i love that I don't have to heat up the entire oven for a small casserole, and no preheating. I am a true believer now.