I find that having a fun novelty toaster in my kitchen is the perfect way to get the family into a good mood. Setting the scene for the day can be done with positive thoughts, yoga, exercise, or believe it or not – a fun novelty toaster.
Make the family smile when you serve up toast with an imprint of Batman or the image of Darth Vader, the Dark Lord of Star Wars. These toasters are cool and trendy and also make great gifts for those friends who have everything.
My reviews below focus on some of the really cool toasters that are out there. You probably already have a toaster, but why not mix things up a bit and bring some fun into breakfast. You can always use your boring toaster during the week and bring out your Batman toaster on weekends or during school holidays.
If you are in a hurry and don’t like reading, skip down to ‘My Top Novelty Toaster Suggestions’ or ‘Which Novelty Toaster is Best For Me’.
DASH Clear View Toaster: Extra Wide Slot Toaster with See Through Window
Although I have this appliance under ‘Novelty’, it is in fact, a fabulous toaster that you can use every day. The fun design offers a clear window so you can see your toast as it becomes more toasty. This is ideal for toast fanatics who want 100% perfection.
The DASH Clear View Toaster can hold 2 slices of bread. What I love is that the slot is designed as one long slot, making it perfect for homemade breads and artisan breads. The slot is extra-wide, so it can hold bagels, muffins, Toaster Strudels, waffles, or Texas Toast. There are preset functions for defrost, reheat, and bagel. Toasting settings range from 1 being barely toasted to 7 which is frazzled, if you like it that way.
A clear window does come with some additional cleaning issues. Like any window in your home, you will need to clean it from time to time to ensure that you can see through it. The glass pane slides out easily. Just wipe it with a damp cloth and replace it. The DASH Clear View Toaster has a sleek design and takes up minimal countertop space. It is also available in trendy colors like Aqua, Red, and Yellow. Keep this on your list for those engagement and wedding occasions when you have no idea what to buy for the happy couple.
A Quick Look
- 2 slice toaster with a long slot
- Clear view glass window
- Extra-wide slots for toasting bagels
- 7 browning settings
- Defrost, reheat, bagel settings
- Removable crumb tray
What We Like
- Fun see-through glass window
- Long slot for artisan breads
- 7 browning settings
- Sleek stylish design
- Trendy color choice
What We Don't Like
- Pops up with great enthusiasm and toast can land on your counter
- Chrome around the top of the toaster gets hot
Hello Kitty Toaster
If you have little girls in your family, I am sure you have done the Hello Kitty shopping spree – bedsheets, cushions, wall hangings, mobiles, mugs, and T-shirts! My granddaughters just cannot get enough of Hello Kitty. So, it was a no-brainer to add this adorable Hello Kitty Toaster to the mix.
On the front is a fun Hello Kitty design, complete with her little pink bow and loads of extra bows. Adding to the design are matching pink knobs and an outer coating in a glorious pink color.
It has 2 slots, ideal for making toast for breakfast. But, the idea is to make toast with an imprint of Hello Kitty on it. I am always a bit sceptical as to whether these novelty toasters really do work, but this one does make a pretty good image of Hello Kitty on the toast. My youngest granddaughter was instantly sold and proceeded to eat Hello Kitty toast and cheese, something she refuses to do when it is served on normal toast.
The toaster also offers a reheat, defrost and quick stop functions and adjustable browning levels so you can see Hello Kitty on a variety of different toned backdrops.
If you have little boys, you may find that they are not impressed! Take a look at this fun Baby Yoda Toaster or Mickey Mouse Toaster! Problem is, how many toasters can you actually have on your kitchen counter?
PS – Don’t let little ones use the toaster. They can watch but never touch.
A Quick Look
- Adorable Hello Kitty toaster
- Hello Kitty image on the outside
- Glorious pink color
- Toasts the Hello Kitty image onto your bread
- 2 slice toaster
- Quick Stop function
- Adjustable browning settings
What We Like
- Ultra-cute Hello Kitty
- Easy to use
- Quick Stop setting
- Defrost setting
What We Don't Like
- The boys may not be impressed (They may prefer the Baby Yoda Toaster)
- You probably also need a normal toaster for those serious work days
Toaster 2 Slice, CUSIMAX Toaster Long Slot with Glass Window Bagel Toasters
The CUSIMAX Toaster Long Slot also offers a glass viewing window. This model is more expensive than the DASH Clear View Toaster. If you are really sold on watching your toast brown, you should probably go for this model.
What I like is that it has no plastic parts, so you won’t have to wait for days for the plastic smell to dissipate. The glass panels are made of tempered glass which is almost unbreakable. This model also has a neat function called ‘Start’. No more manually pressing down a lever to get your toasting started. Just press Start and the bread drops down for you.
The CUSIMAX Toaster Long Slot Toaster can hold 2 slices of bread. The slot is one long slot, making it ideal for homemade breads and artisan breads. The slot is extra-wide at 1.5 inches, so it can hold bagels, muffins, Toaster Strudels, or waffles. You also have defrost, bagel, and cancel functions. Shade settings range from 1 to 6 for your perfect shade of brown. Cleaning stainless steel is easy and this toaster will always look new and shiny. The toaster has a handy crumb tray and a slot to wind away the wire when you are done.
This is another great gift for those Save-the-Date occasions when you have run out of ideas.
A Quick Look
- 2 slice toaster with a long slot
- Clear view glass window made of food-grade tempered glass
- Extra-wide slots for toasting bagels
- 6 browning settings
- Defrost, cancel, bagel settings
- Removable crumb tray
What We Like
- Fun see-through glass window
- Long slot for artisan breads
- 6 browning settings
- Sleek stylish design
- No plastic parts
What We Don't Like
- Residual temperature builds up inside the toaster
- Body of the toaster gets very hot
Kate Spade 892464 Vintage Cherry Dot Toaster
Most people who follow fashion trends know Kate Spade as an iconic designer of clothing, handbags, and accessories. Coming across this fabulous toaster was both exciting and unexpected. Maybe you don’t want to wear Kate Spade, but you can certainly use her brand to make your designer toast.
This adorable toaster is a classic 2-slice toaster with a pop-up design. It has a cancel function to stop your toasting whenever you want. It also has a handy defrost setting to deal with those rush days when you forget to take the bread out of the freezer. The toaster offers wider slots for bagels, muffins, waffles, and frozen treats. The bagel setting will toast on one side and warm on the other. The toaster is made of stainless steel and has a compact size of 10.5 inches length by 7.5 inches height.
The Kate Spade Vintage Cherry Dot Toaster will be a winner in any retro-style or designer-style kitchen. It is decorated with playful lush, red cherries and a fun backdrop of black dots. Perfect to add a whimsical vibe to your kitchen. If you are really captivated by the idea, you can also get a matching Kate Spade Cherry Dot Insulated Food Container. Then go all the way with a Kate Spade Cherry Dot 2-piece Canister Set and a Kate Spade Cherry Dot Prep Board Set.
A Quick Look
- Novelty 2 slice toaster from Kate Spade
- Fun Cherry Dot design
- Functions for cancel, defrost, and bagel
- Made of stainless steel
- Compact design
What We Like
- Delightful Red Cherry Dot design to brighten up your day
- Show-off designer brand
- Easy to use
- Cancel, defrost, and bagel settings
- No plastic parts
What We Don't Like
- Higher price for fewer functions
- Some users complained about uneven browning
DC Batman 2-Slice Toaster
Being a Granny, I am always looking for fun things to do with my grandkids. Having breakfast with me was never really a fun activity in their eyes. Until … I discovered this amazing DC Batman 2-Slice Toaster. Now, they don’t want to eat ordinary toast at home.
This novelty toaster is your ultimate start-the-day-as-a-hero device. On the outside is the iconic Batman symbol. That was enough to convince my grandkids! BUT, when they saw that the toast also popped out with the Batman Symbol, well … seeing is believing.
Unlike Batman, this is actually a real toaster that can hold 2 slices of bread. The browning control is as capable as Batman and ranges from 1, light, to 5, dark and toasty. There is a cancel function in case Batman does show up at your door and you need to rush off to greet him.
The slots are wide and have self-centering guides for toasting the perfect Batman image on your bread. The outside is cool to the touch and won’t burn little people who are eagerly waiting for Batman toast to pop out. When the toast is ready, you can use the high-rise toast lift for added drama. This toaster is the perfect way to set the scene for your little heroes to have an adventurous day.
PS – Don’t let little ones use the toaster. They can watch but never touch.
A Quick Look
- Super cool Batman toaster
- Batman symbol on the outside
- Toasts the Batman symbol onto your bread
- 2 slice toaster
- Wide slots with self-centering guides
- Cancel function
- 5 browning settings
What We Like
- Batman magic!
- Easy to use
- Cancel setting
- Wide slots
- High lift lever
What We Don't Like
- May not be suitable for your 60+ friends when they come for brunch
- You probably also need a normal toaster
Uncanny Brands Star Wars Darth Vader 2-Slice Toaster
Star Wars fans never get old – I should know because I am 60+! Bring the Dark Lord into your kitchen and delight the family. This unique toaster features a replica of Darth Vader’s chest plate on the front, in full color. It toasts Darth Vader’s classic helmet onto the bread. This is so cool, my grandkids cannot get enough of it. After making toast, we had to watch the entire Star Wars series.
The Uncanny Brands Star Wars Darth Vader novelty toaster holds 2 slices. It has 7 browning settings, from light to dark. In this case, you probably want your setting to be Darker than not. It also has a cancel function to stop the toasting cycle at any time.
With a sleek design and a shiny black finish, this toaster is sure to make a striking conversation piece in your kitchen. The toaster is lightweight and durable. The housing and chest plate are made of polypropylene plastic, and the interior is made of stamped aluminum.
This is a fun, quality, officially Licensed Product. It makes the perfect gift for a Star Wars Fan of any age.
A Quick Look
- Super cool Darth Vader toaster
- Chest plate design on the front in full color
- Toasts Darth Vader’s helmet onto your bread
- 2 slice novelty toaster
- Cancel function
- 7 browning settings
What We Like
- The Dark Lord in the kitchen!
- Sleek striking black design that will have guests talking
- Easy to use
- Cancel setting
- Lightweight and durable
What We Don't Like
- It is the iconic Darth Vader on toast – what is there not to like?
West Bend Toaster 2 Slice QuikServe Wide Slot Slide Through
A toaster is a toaster, so push down your bread and wait for it to pop up! With this trendy toaster, you may wait forever – the toast doesn’t pop up, it slides out at the bottom, hot and ready for your knife and butter. How cool is this? Anyone looking for a toaster with a difference will love this design.
The West Bend Toaster 2 Slice holds 2 slices of bread and toasts in 90 seconds or less. The toast is delivered by sliding out onto a tray that opens up at the base of the toaster. It has 7 browning settings and a handy cancel function. Wide slots allow you to toast bagels, muffins, croissants, and artisan breads. The bagel setting will toast on one side only.
This novelty toaster has a unique Gluten-free setting that I have not seen on any other device. The setting toasts longer and at a lower power, which gives better results for gluten-free breads. The serving tray won’t get in your way when you are not using the toaster. It folds up when not in use. The tray can also be detached and washed in a dishwasher.
With a sleek, slim design and a cool touch exterior, the West Bend Toaster 2 Slice makes a great gift for a newly engaged couple or a new homeowner.
A Quick Look
- Unique slide-through design
- 2 slice toaster
- 7 browning settings
- Cancel function
- Wide slots for bagels, waffles, muffins
- Unique Gluten-free toaster setting
What We Like
- The fun slide-through concept
- The unique Gluten-free slow toast setting
- Sleek and slim look
- Easy to use and clean
- Cool touch exterior
What We Don't Like
- Tray takes up space when open and may not suit small counters
- Short power cord, you may need an extension
My Top Novelty Toaster Suggestions
Best Value for Money See Through Glass Toaster – DASH Clear View Toaster: Extra Wide Slot Toaster with See Through Window
Best Higher Priced See Through Glass Toaster – Toaster 2 Slice, CUSIMAX Toaster Long Slot with Glass Window Bagel Toaster
Best Fun Designer Toaster –Kate Spade 892464 Vintage Cherry Dot Toaster
Best Fun For Kids Batman Toaster – DC Batman 2-Slice Toaster
Best Fun For Adults Picture Toaster – Uncanny Brands Star Wars Darth Vader 2-Slice Toaster
Best Slide Through Toaster – West Bend Toaster 2 Slice QuikServe Wide Slot Slide Through
Which Novelty Toaster is Best For Me?
All these toasters are fun to have in your kitchen. For homes with kids, the DC Batman 2-Slice Toaster is a great choice. If you live in a home with adults who love to be kids, you can’t go wrong with the Uncanny Brands Star Wars Darth Vader 2-Slice Toaster.
I like the stylish look of the Toaster 2 Slice, CUSIMAX Toaster Long Slot with Glass Window. For something different, or as a gift, choose the West Bend Toaster 2 Slice QuikServe Wide Slot Slide. It is sure to be a conversation starter in any home.
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