De'Longhi Icona Micalite 4-Slice Toaster Red | CTOM4003

De'Longhi Icona Micalite CTOM4003 4-Slice Toaster — Red

The Italian-designed retro toaster that actually toasts properly

Some appliances look great and toast badly. Some toast well but look plastic. De'Longhi's Icona range does both — a proper piece of retro Italian design in that vintage red finish, and a 4-slice toaster that turns out even, golden slices every time. Handy for busy weekend mornings when the whole family is looking for toast at once. The De'Longhi CTOM4003 pairs beautifully with a matching Icona kettle if you want the set. Sits in our small kitchen appliances range.

Technical specifications

• Slots: 4 wide, extra-long slots
• Dual independent control panels (browning level, defrost, reheat, cancel)
• 6 browning levels per side
• Defrost function — goes straight from frozen to toasted
• Reheat function for warming already-toasted slices
• Removable crumb tray for easy cleaning
• High-lift lever for smaller slices
• Cord-storage compartment under the base
• Retro red Micalite finish with chrome detailing
• Voltage: 220-240V
• 2-year manufacturer warranty

The dual-control feature is the one people underrate. Kids like their toast pale, adults like it well done, and this setup means one side of the toaster can be on level 3 while the other's on level 5. Frozen bread from the freezer goes straight in — no waiting for a slice to thaw. Very good build quality; the shell is metal, not plastic, and it has a proper weight to it on the counter. Have a browse of the wider Beattys kitchen collection for matching pieces. See it working at Beattys of Loughrea — find us here.

FAQs

Q: Will it fit a bagel or a thick slice of sourdough?
A: Yes — the slots are extra-wide (about 30mm), so most bagels, thick-cut sourdough and crumpets go in without a squeeze.

Q: Does the outside get hot in use?
A: The insulated cavity keeps the outer body only warm to the touch, not hot. Safer around small hands than an old-style bare-metal toaster.

Q: Is there a matching kettle?
A: Yes — De'Longhi's Icona kettle in the same red finish.