Breville Lustra Shimmer VTT851 review
Test scoreShow Context
- 4
- Cream
Breville describes its Lustra VTT851 as 'the perfect combination of form and function'. The cream pearlescent finish certainly looks the part, but to live up to its performance claims this toaster has to be easy to use, fit different sized slices and, most importantly, make great toast. Our full review reveals whether it wins our Best Buy recommendation.
- Pros and cons
- What is it?
- What's it great at?
- Is there anything I should watch out for?
- Is there anything else I should know?
- Should I buy it?
Technical specifications
General
- ColourCream
- Type of browning controlManual
- Browning levels9
- Bread slot sizes13.9 x 3.5 x 12.5
- Cable length74m
- Matching kettle
- Additional infoThis toaster has been tested to the 2013-2019 test programme. Results for toasters tested before December 2013 and after September 2019 aren’t directly comparable.
- Manufacturers contact number0800 525089
- Manufacturer URLWww.breville.co.uk
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