Better Chef IM-242B 4-Slice

Toasters / 4-Slice Toasters

We expect this model to perform similarly to the tested Better Chef IM-209B 2-Slice although it may differ in price and features. Untested model is a 4-slice toaster

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CR Expert Take

How did it perform in our expert lab testing?

Overall Score

The Overall Score for this model is derived from our expert lab test results.

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Current Range of Tested Toasters

What goes into the Overall Score?

Color range

/ 5

Full batch

/ 5

One slice

/ 5

Ease of use

/ 5

Ease of cleaning

/ 5

Toasting time

/ 5

Color

/ 5

About

The Better Chef IM-242B 4-Slice is part of the Toasters & Toaster Ovens test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, Toasters models like the IM-242B 4-Slice 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.

Features & Specs

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Controls

dial and pushbutton

Exterior material

Plastic

One slot

Bagel setting

Additional features

Warranty

1 yr

Exterior dimensions (HxWxD)

Not available

Slot Dimension (DxLxW)

5 x 5 x 2

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Price & Shop

Better Chef IM-242B 4-Slice

CR Expert Take

Overall Score

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