Small appliances like toasters seem like such simple little gadgets, especially compared to all those multi-use toaster ovens. But here's my problem with toaster ovens : They take up a lot of space. Many are so big they can roast an entire chicken , which is great and all—until you need to try to find room for said toaster oven on your countertop. As someone who lives in a small New York City apartment and already has too many appliances for her own kitchen's good (which is what happens when you test kitchen gear for a living), I'm well familiar with this conundrum. That's okay, though. While good toaster ovens can do a lot of different things, not everyone needs a countertop device that’s a broiler, and an air fryer , and reheats a whole pizza while doing your son’s math homework. Sometimes you just need toast, and for that, a simple slice toaster is the best tool for the job.…