Cuisinart CPT-160P1 Metal Classic 2-Slice Toaster
- Toaster
- 900 watts
- LED
- Brushed
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How it ranks among the 24 toasters we track
4.0★ across 8,500 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
8,500 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
160+ bought on Amazon last month.
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Overview
The Cuisinart CPT-160ES is a 2-slice stainless steel toaster with 6 shade settings and dedicated bagel, defrost and reheat buttons. Its 1.5 inch slots fit standard bread and bagels, making it a straightforward everyday toaster rather than a wide-slot artisan model.
This is a basic dial-controlled toaster, not a digital or wide-slot model. The main selling points are the 6-position shade dial and the bagel, defrost and reheat buttons, which cover most everyday toasting needs without extra electronics.
- 1.5 inch wide slots fit bagels and thick bread
- Brushed stainless steel body with chrome and black accents
- Limited 3 year warranty
- BPA-free construction
Who it's for
Good for someone replacing a worn-out basic toaster who wants simple dial controls rather than a screen. Not for anyone who needs extra-wide slots for thick artisan bread.
What buyers say
From Amazon customer reviews.
Reviewers are split on toasting strength: several say it toasts evenly and reliably for years, with one reporting nine years of near-daily use, but others found even the darkest setting and bagel mode left bread barely toasted. A few flag build quality gripes, a loose shade dial and a metal shell that feels thin for the price, though most call it a dependable everyday toaster.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Six shade settings cover light to dark toast
- Bagel, defrost and reheat buttons add flexibility
- Extra-lift lever raises small items for removal
- Slide-out crumb tray simplifies cleanup
- Shade dial feels loose to some owners
- Metal housing feels thin for the price
- A few units toast unevenly or too lightly
Performance notes
The 6-position shade dial sets how dark the toast gets, and most reviewers found results even and repeatable across settings over months and years of use. A minority reported the opposite, toast staying pale even on the darkest and bagel settings, suggesting some unit-to-unit variance in heating power. The extra-lift lever raises small items like muffin halves for easier removal, and the slide-out crumb tray sits below for cleanup.
Specifications
| Brand | Cuisinart |
|---|---|
| Model | CPT-160ES |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 7.1 × 10.8 × 7.1 inches |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Wattage | 900 watts |
| Voltage | 230 volts |
| Construction & materials | |
| Finish Type | Brushed |
| Material | Stainless Steel |
| Color | Brushed Stainless |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Included Components | toaster |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 3 years |
| Other details | |
| Display Type | LED |
| Number of Programs | 4 |
| Number of settings | 6 |
| Slot Count | 2 |
| Specific Uses For Product | Business |
| Part Number | CPT-160P1 |
| Special Features | Manual |
| Style | Stainless Steel - Compact |
| Item Type Name | Toaster |
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How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in toasters.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cuisinart CPT-160P1 Metal Classic 2-Slice ToasterThis product | 4.0 / 5 | 8,500 | 4.1 / 5 |
| Elite Gourmet ECT-3100 4-Slice Long Slot ToasterElite Gourmet | 4.3 / 5 | 42,000 | 4.4 / 5 |
| Hamilton Beach 24782 Retro Toaster with Wide SlotsHamilton Beach | 4.3 / 5 | 893 | 4.3 / 5 |
| Amazon Basics 4 Slice Toaster with 4 SlotsAmazon Basics | 4.4 / 5 | 7,900 | 4.1 / 5 |
| bella 2 Slice Toaster with Auto Shut OffBella | 4.4 / 5 | 13,100 | 4.1 / 5 |
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Questions about the Cuisinart CPT-160ES
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
How wide are the slots on the Cuisinart CPT-160 toaster?
The two slots are 1.5 inches wide, sized for standard bread and bagels.
Does the Cuisinart CPT-160ES have a bagel setting?
Yes, it has a dedicated bagel button along with defrost and reheat functions.
What is the warranty on the Cuisinart CPT-160 toaster?
It carries a limited 3 year warranty per the manufacturer.