The verdict in 10 seconds
Best Breville
Breville Smart Oven ProA roomy, versatile countertop oven, with real durability questionsSuits you if
- You want a second oven, or something to use instead of your big one most nights
- You bake, roast or reheat leftovers often and like simple, clear controls
- You have plenty of counter space and cook for a family or in batches
Best Ninja
Ninja Foodi Digital Air Fry Oven SP101A versatile air fry oven that shines at toast, less at bakingSuits you if
- You want great toast and air frying from one appliance
- You like simple controls and quick cleanup
- You want lots of features without paying premium prices
Which brand wins?
Breville is the stronger brand for toaster ovens right now. The best single model of the two is the Breville Smart Oven Pro, which suits you if you want a second oven, or something to use instead of your big one most nights.
We researched 18 expert reviews, analyzed 334 owner ratings and comments across 18 sources for every Breville and Ninja model we cover, and cross-checked them into one verdict, so you don't have to.
Show me the receipts
Brand scoreboardAverage score 81 vs 77 · reliability 66 vs 90
| Breville | Ninja | |
|---|---|---|
| Product Review score | 81 | 77 |
| Experts | 86 | 70 |
| Owners | 84 | 78 |
| Reliability | 66 | 90 |
| Models scored | 2 | 1 |
| Most reliable model | Breville Joule Oven Air Fryer Pro | Ninja Foodi Digital Air Fry Oven SP101 |
Averages across scored models. ● marks the better number on each row.
Questions people actually ask
Which is better, Breville or Ninja?
Breville, on balance. Its models do better overall.
Based on: Average Product Review score 81 for Breville vs 77 for Ninja.Which brand is more reliable, Breville or Ninja?
Ninja. Its models are less likely to give you trouble.
Based on: Average reliability 66 vs 90.What is the best Breville toaster oven?
The Breville Smart Oven Pro. It suits you if you want a second oven, or something to use instead of your big one most nights.
Based on: Highest Product Review score among Breville models (82).What is the best Ninja toaster oven?
The Ninja Foodi Digital Air Fry Oven SP101. It suits you if you want great toast and air frying from one appliance.
Based on: Highest Product Review score among Ninja models (77).