DeLonghi Metropolis

DeLonghi are renowned for creating high quality toasters in chic and attractive designs that stand out from the crowd. The DeLonghi Metropolis CM4023 is an exceptional design and it’s clear that close attention has been paid to both the styling and the finish.

There are some very useful features and functions to this 4-slice model. Toast 2 slices independently, or 4 at the same time. The variable width bread slots allow for extra thick and thin slices. The self-centring facility ensures slices are toasted evenly, whilst the high-rise system offers an extra 20mm lift for smaller slices and other items such as crumpets and muffins. All the electronic controls sit parallel to each other, giving the overall design a sense of symmetry.

The variable browning control dial has 6 different settings for extra choice. You can toast bread straight from the freezer thanks to the frozen bread setting, and the re-heat button allows you to warm slices up again if they cool off. A cancel/stop button is also included, which pops up unwanted slices instantly.

Two removable crumb trays slide out easily to make cleaning simple, and the exclusive matt gun-metal paint finish on the body of the toaster doesn’t show unsightly finger marks. Non-slip feet ensure the toaster stays put on all sorts of surfaces.

At £59.99, this mid-range toaster is both stylish and functional, and offers great value for money.