7 Best Hamilton Beach Toasters (October 2026)

The Hamilton Beach range is mostly about two decisions, two or four slices and which finish suits your kitchen, because the controls listed in the titles overlap heavily. For a four-slice with the most shades, the Retro 24782G is the one to read first; for a two-slice with a display, the 22796. We compared seven Amazon listings on what each title states and noted what to check on the product page. The model numbers matter, so the section on reading them below shows how to tell the near-duplicates apart, and the four-question picker at the end narrows the choice.

Quick picks

Hamilton Beach Extra-Wide Slot 2 Slice Toaster With Bagel & Defrost Buttons | Browning Control With 7 Shades | Auto Shutoff | Toast Boost | Slide-Out Crumb Tray | Black & Stainless Steel | 22633G

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Hamilton Beach Retro 4 Slice Toaster With Sure-Toast Technology, Wide Slots | Browning Control With 9 Shades | Auto Shutoff | Bagel, Defrost, Cancel | Toast Boost | Polished Stainless Steel | 24782G

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Hamilton Beach 2 Slice Toaster with Extra-Wide Slots, Bagel Setting, Toast Boost, Slide-Out Crumb Tray, Auto-Shutoff & Cancel Button, Defrost Function, Stainless Steel (22794)

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Hamilton Beach 2 Slice Toaster With Bagel, Defrost & Cancel Buttons | Browning Control With 7 Shades | Auto Shutoff | Wide Slots | Toast Boost | Slide-Out Crumb Tray | Sandstone White | 22913

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Hamilton Beach 4 Slice Toaster with Extra-Wide Slots, Bagel Setting, Toast Boost, Slide-Out Crumb Tray, Auto-Shutoff & Cancel Button, Stainless Steel (24798)

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Hamilton Beach Gourmet 2 Slice Slot Toaster with Sure-Toast Technology | Browning Control With 7 Shades | Auto Shutoff | Toast Boost | Extra-Wide Slots | Bagel Setting | Matte Black | 22996

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Hamilton Beach 2 Slice Toaster with Digital Read Out, Extra-Wide Slots, Bagel Setting, Toast Boost, Slide-Out Crumb Tray, Auto-Shutoff & Cancel Button, Defrost Function, Stainless Steel (22796)

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• Nine shades and a retro look in four slices: the 24782G Retro.
• Two-slice with a digital read out: the 22796.
• Light kitchen: the 22913 in Sandstone White.
• Dark kitchen: the Gourmet 22996 in matte black.
• Four slices with simple controls: the 24798.

Comparison table

Each model in detail

Hamilton Beach 22633G 2-Slice Extra-Wide Slot Toaster

The title lists extra-wide slots, bagel and defrost buttons, seven shades of browning control, auto shutoff, Toast Boost and a slide-out crumb tray, in a black and stainless finish. It is a straightforward two-slice model with the controls most households use. The title does not state a slot width, so check the images or manual if you toast thick bread. Compare it with the 22913, whose title carries a very similar feature list in a different colour. The title has no cancel button, so check how you stop a cycle early if that matters to you, and read the manual for how auto shutoff behaves.

Pros

• Seven shades, bagel and defrost are all listed
• Slide-out crumb tray helps with cleaning

Cons

• No slot width stated
• Two slices only

Who it’s for: Singles and couples who want a standard feature set in black and stainless.

Hamilton Beach Retro 24782G 4-Slice Toaster

The Retro name suggests a vintage look, and the title confirms polished stainless steel, wide slots, nine shades of browning control, auto shutoff, bagel, defrost and cancel functions and Toast Boost. Sure-Toast Technology is named, but the title does not explain it, so read the listing before treating it as a selling point. The title also leaves out a crumb tray, so look at the product photos to see how crumbs are collected and emptied. It is the only four-slice model here whose title states a shade count.

Pros

• Nine shades are listed in the title
• Retro polished stainless finish

Cons

• Sure-Toast is not explained in the title
• Four-slice size needs counter room

Who it’s for: Families who want a four-slice with a vintage look.

Hamilton Beach 22794 2-Slice Extra-Wide Slot Toaster

This stainless model lists extra-wide slots, a bagel setting, Toast Boost, a slide-out crumb tray, auto-shutoff, a cancel button and a defrost function. The title does not mention a shade count, so open the listing to see the dial or buttons. It is close to the 22633G on paper, so the choice may come down to finish and whatever the product page says about controls. The model number in parentheses makes it easy to search for the manual and for buyer comments. If you want to see the dial or buttons before buying, the listing images are the best place to look.

Pros

• Complete basic control set
• Model number simplifies comparison

Cons

• Shade count is not in the title
• Very similar to other two-slice listings

Who it’s for: Anyone who wants a plain stainless two-slice without a display.

Hamilton Beach 22913 2-Slice Toaster, Sandstone White

The title lists bagel, defrost and cancel buttons, seven shades, auto shutoff, wide slots, Toast Boost and a slide-out crumb tray. Sandstone White is the distinguishing feature: this is the only light-coloured entry in the list. Note that the title says wide slots rather than extra-wide, so it may differ from the 22633G in the details even though the feature lists look alike. Read the product page for the dimensions. If you plan to buy for a cream or white kitchen, check the colour in the photos, since pale shades can look different under kitchen lighting.

Pros

• Light colour suits white or cream kitchens
• Seven shades and the full control set

Cons

• Wide, not extra-wide, in the title
• Pale finishes can show stains over time

Who it’s for: Buyers who want a toaster that matches light kitchen colours.

Hamilton Beach 24798 4-Slice Toaster, Stainless Steel

A four-slice partner to the 22794. The title lists extra-wide slots, a bagel setting, Toast Boost, a slide-out crumb tray, auto-shutoff and a cancel button in stainless steel. A defrost function is not named in this title, though it appears in some of the others, so check the listing if you thaw bread often. No shade count is given either. If you want four slices with a stated shade count, the Retro 24782G is the alternative; if you want a display, step down to the two-slice 22796.

Pros

• Four slices with extra-wide slots
• Crumb tray slides out for cleaning

Cons

• Defrost is not mentioned in the title
• Shade count is not stated

Who it’s for: Larger households that mostly toast fresh bread and bagels.

Hamilton Beach Gourmet 22996 2-Slice Toaster, Matte Black

The Gourmet name and matte black finish set this listing apart. The title lists Sure-Toast Technology, seven shades, auto shutoff, Toast Boost, extra-wide slots and a bagel setting. It does not mention defrost, cancel or a crumb tray, so verify those if they matter. Without a named crumb tray, look at the photos for a way to empty crumbs, and note the missing cancel button before you assume you can stop a cycle early. Read buyer reviews about how the matte finish holds up.

Pros

• Matte black suits dark kitchens
• Sure-Toast and seven shades are listed

Cons

• Defrost and cancel are not in the title
• Matte surfaces can still mark

Who it’s for: People who want a darker, understated look in two slices.

Hamilton Beach 22796 2-Slice Toaster with Digital Read Out

This is the only two-slice model here whose title mentions a digital read out. It also lists extra-wide slots, a bagel setting, Toast Boost, a slide-out crumb tray, auto-shutoff, a cancel button and a defrost function, all in stainless steel. The title does not explain what the read out displays, so check the product images and manual. Choose it over the 22794 if a visible display matters to you. Check whether the read out shows time, shade or both, and whether it can be turned off. The rest of the control set matches the 22794 closely, so the display is the real difference between the two.

Pros

• Digital read out in the title
• Defrost and cancel are both listed

Cons

• Display details not explained
• More features can mean more to learn

Who it’s for: Shoppers who like a visible display on a two-slice.

How we picked these

We worked from product titles, published specifications, manufacturer documentation and buyer reviews, and kept every Hamilton Beach slot toaster that appeared for this keyword. Where two listings looked alike, we compared the titles line by line and noted the differences, such as the display on the 22796 or the missing defrost on the 24798. Nobody on the team used or measured these units. Confirm all details on the live listing before buying.

What to look for in a Hamilton Beach toaster

Reading the model numbers

Hamilton Beach lists many near-identical toasters, so the model number is your best tool. Here, 22633G, 22794, 22913, 22996 and 22796 are two-slice, while 24782G and 24798 are four-slice, which follows the pattern in the titles. A trailing G or a different colour name often marks a variant of the same design, but the title should always be your source, not the number alone.

Two slices versus four

The decision comes down to people and space. Two slices are quick for one or two eaters, while four slices fit better when everyone eats together. Measure your counter and the gap under wall cabinets, and remember that four-slice units are usually wider and heavier, so storage matters too.

Which features appear in which title

Every title here names a bagel setting and Toast Boost, but little else is universal. Defrost is missing from the 24798 and 22996 titles, a cancel button is absent from the 22633G and 22996 titles, and a shade count is given only on four of the seven. Use the comparison table and treat any missing item as a question for the product page.

Finish and kitchen fit

Stainless, polished stainless, matte black and Sandstone White all appear. Stainless can show fingerprints, light colours can show stains, and matte surfaces may be easier to live with but check buyer reviews.

A four-question picker

• How many slices do you toast at once on a normal morning?
• Do you thaw bread often, so that a defrost function must be in the title?
• Do you want a display, or is a simple dial enough?
• Which finish suits your counter?

Worked example: a household of three that eats bagels on weekends and toasts frozen bread on weekdays would shortlist the 24782G, which names defrost, bagel and nine shades, and skip the 24798, whose title leaves defrost out.

Mistakes buyers make

The most common is treating similar model numbers as the same product; read each title. Another is picking by finish before checking that the feature you need, such as defrost, is named. A related slip is reading buyer comments about a different model number, so match the number before you trust them. Buyers also assume wide slots fit thick artisan bread, but no title here states a slot width. A fourth mistake is ignoring counter and cabinet clearance with a four-slice. Finally, do not use metal utensils in the slots, always unplug before cleaning, and do not leave the toaster running unattended near paper or curtains.

Verdict

For the most shades and a four-slice body, the Retro 24782G is the model to read first. For a two-slice with a display, choose the 22796. For plain controls in two slices, the 22633G or 22794 will do the job, and for finish-led choices, the 22913 in Sandstone White and the Gourmet 22996 in matte black cover the light and dark ends. Check the product page for your must-have feature before ordering.

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Frequently asked questions

Is a Hamilton Beach 2-slice or 4-slice toaster better?

It depends on who is eating. A 2-slice model suits one or two people and uses less counter space. A 4-slice model feeds three or more faster, though it is wider and heavier. Look at your counter, your cabinet clearance and how many slices you usually toast at once before deciding, then confirm the dimensions on the product page.

What does the bagel setting do?

Several titles name a bagel setting without explaining it in detail, so read the product page for the exact behaviour. Check the manual for how to place the halves, whether the setting changes the browning time, and whether it is available on the exact model number you plan to buy.

What is Toast Boost?

Several titles list a Toast Boost feature. The title does not say how it works, so read the listing and the manual. Check what it does on the product page and in the manual before you rely on it, since brands use the name differently. All seven titles name it, so it is a shared feature and not a reason to choose one over another.

Can these toasters handle thick bread?

Most titles mention wide or extra-wide slots, but none state a slot width in inches. If you use thick artisan bread, measure a slice and compare it with the slot dimensions in the manual or the listing images. Reading buyer reviews for comments on fit is also worthwhile before you buy.

How should you clean a Hamilton Beach toaster?

Unplug it and let it cool completely. Slide out the crumb tray, empty it and wipe it dry, then return it. Never push metal utensils into the slots. Wipe the outside with a damp cloth, avoiding water inside the body. If a slice jams, unplug the unit first and remove the bread with wooden tongs.