• Full batch: This model had very good performance in our full batch tests, which reflects color evenness among all slices in a batch on medium setting
• One slice: This model had very good performance in our one slice test. One slice of bread is toasted to a medium brown.
• Toasting times: This model had very good performance in our toasting time tests. The time it takes to toast a full batch at the medium setting.
• Ease of use: This model was good in ease of use. How clear the controls are and how easy they are to set on the toaster oven.
• Ease of cleaning: This model was good in ease of cleaning. How easy it is to clean both the exterior and the crumb tray.

The Mainstays (Walmart) TA1057 is part of the Toasters & Toaster Ovens test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, Toasters models like the TA1057 are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below.

Color range: A high score means a wider range from light to dark toast. A top-scoring model gives more control to match everyone’s toast preference.

Full batch: A high score means toast comes out evenly browned across a full batch. A top-scoring model delivers consistent results, so everything’s ready at once and easy to serve.

One slice: A high score means even browning when toasting a single slice. A top-scoring model delivers better toast quality for a single slice.