Breville has launched the Eye Q 850 Auto Toaster, a $300 device that uses a pulsing internal light sensor to track the bread's color as it toasts, rather than relying solely on a timer or fixed temperature settings. A CNET reviewer tested the toaster for a month and found the sensor-based approach generally delivers consistent results, though with some caveats worth noting. The sensor only operates in the left slot, and the machine features a motorized lift instead of a spring-loaded pop-up mechanism.
cnet.com
· 2026-09-17
Breville has released the Eye Q 850 Auto Toaster, a $300 appliance that relies on an internal pulsing light sensor to judge bread color rather than relying solely on timers or temperature settings. A reviewer tested the device for a month, finding that its optic sensor and motorized lift generally deliver consistent toast, though with a few caveats worth noting.
cnet.com
· 2026-09-17
Engadget tested Breville's Eye Q toaster across all seven of its browning settings using fresh whole wheat bread, finding a smooth, consistent gradient from barely crisped to deep brown without burning. The device automatically senses timing rather than relying on a fixed dial, and includes a sourdough mode plus a button to add extra toasting time if needed.
engadget.com
· 2026-09-16
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