Cuisinart CPT-122BK 2-Slice Compact Plastic Toaster
- Toaster
- 800 watts
- LED
- Matte
- More reviewed than 83%
A compact, functional toaster for tight kitchens, worth buying mainly for the footprint and shade control, with durability being the main open question.
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How it ranks among the 24 toasters we track
4.0★ across 25,100 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
25,100 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
122+ bought on Amazon last month.
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Overview
The Cuisinart CPT-122BK is a compact 2-slice plastic toaster with wide 1.5 inch slots, 7 shade settings and cancel, defrost and reheat functions, built for small kitchens, dorms and offices.
- 2 wide 1.5 inch toasting slots
- 7-setting shade dial
- Removable crumb tray for cleanup
- 3-year limited warranty
Who it's for
Good for anyone with limited counter space who wants basic shade control and defrost or reheat functions without paying for a full-size toaster. Less suited to anyone who has had durability problems with budget plastic toasters before, since failure reports here cluster in the first one to two years.
What buyers say
From Amazon customer reviews.
Reviewers who liked it praise the compact size, wide slots and simple defrost, reheat and cancel controls. The recurring negative is durability: several owners report the toaster stopped heating evenly or failed outright somewhere between a few months and two years in, though Cuisinart replaced at least one unit under warranty without issue.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Compact footprint fits small counters and dorm rooms
- Wide 1.5 inch slots fit bagels and thick bread
- 7 shade settings plus defrost, reheat and cancel
Performance notes
The high-lift carriage and 1.5 inch wide slots are built to fit bagels as well as standard bread, with the 7-setting shade dial controlling toast darkness and a separate defrost and reheat mode for frozen or cooled bread. A slide-out crumb tray handles cleanup. Reviewer experience on toasting evenness varies: several call the results even, while others report splotchy or inconsistent browning, particularly toward the end of the unit's life.
Specifications
| Brand | Cuisinart |
|---|---|
| Model | CPT-122BK |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 3.5 pounds |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 6.5 × 11 × 7.2 inches |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Wattage | 800 watts |
| Voltage | 110 volts |
| Construction & materials | |
| Finish Type | Matte |
| Material | Plastic |
| Color | Black |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Included Components | toaster |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 3 years |
| Other details | |
| Display Type | LED |
| Number of Programs | 7 |
| Number of settings | 7 |
| Slot Count | 2 |
| Specific Uses For Product | Bagel, Bread |
| Part Number | CPT-122BK |
| Special Features | Manual |
| Style | Toaster |
| Item Type Name | Cuisinart CPT-122BK 2-Slice Compact Plastic 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-122BK 2-Slice Compact Plastic ToasterThis product | 4.0 / 5 | 25,100 | 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-122BK
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
Does the Cuisinart CPT-122BK toaster fit bagels?
Yes, it has a dedicated bagel function along with 1.5 inch wide slots sized for bagels and thick bread.
What functions does the CPT-122BK have besides toasting?
It includes cancel, defrost and reheat functions in addition to the 7-setting shade dial.
How long does the Cuisinart CPT-122BK typically last?
Reviewer reports vary, with some using it for two years or more and others reporting failures within several months to a year; it carries a 3-year limited warranty.