Balmuda The Toaster Oven
- Control Type: Knob
- Wattage: 1500 watts
- Door Style: Dropdown Door
- Door Material Type: Tempered Glass
Last refreshed Jun 15, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A compact steam oven toaster with five preset modes and a thin steam layer added during heating, built for artisan and sandwich bread rather than general countertop oven use.
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ASIN: B08HPXGYNGCategory: Toaster Ovens
Overview
Balmuda The Toaster is a compact steam oven toaster measuring 14.1 by 12.6 by 8.2 inches, offering 5 preset modes for sandwich bread, artisan bread, pizza and pastry, and oven cooking, with a thin steam layer added during the heating cycle.
Owners describe it as a niche, premium buy rather than an everyday appliance replacement.
- 5 modes: sandwich bread, artisan bread, pizza, pastry, oven
- Compact 14.1 by 12.6 by 8.2 inches
- Steam layer added during the toasting cycle
- Baking pan included, US version
Who it's for
Fits someone who bakes or buys artisan bread regularly and wants a dedicated way to revive it, rather than a general reheating appliance. Not a fit for anyone wanting one machine to cover toast, pizza, and full meals cheaply.
Pros and cons
- Steam function revives stale or frozen bread
- 5 dedicated modes for different bread types
- Compact footprint for small kitchens
- Reheats pizza and pastries as well as toast
- No listed wattage or full spec sheet
- Small capacity limits it to a few slices
- One reviewer found toasting slow and inconsistent
Performance notes
The steam function is meant to coat bread in a thin layer of moisture as it heats, browning the surface while keeping the inside soft, and the 5 modes tune the heating pattern for sandwich bread, artisan bread, pizza and pastry, or general oven use. Results depend on following the water-fill step; when that step or timing is off, at least one reviewer found toasting slow and the result crunchy rather than moist.
Specifications
| Brand | Balmuda |
|---|---|
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 10.2 pounds |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 12.6 × 14.1 × 8.2 inches |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Wattage | 1500 watts |
| Power Source | Corded Electric |
| Construction & materials | |
| Door Material Type | Tempered Glass |
| Material | Metal |
| Color | Gray |
| Finish Type | Painted |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Included Components | Baking Pan |
| Other details | |
| Control Type | Knob |
| Door Style | Dropdown Door |
| Other Special Features of the Product | Manual |
| Part Number | K01M-GW |
Frequently asked questions
What cooking modes does Balmuda The Toaster offer?
Five presets: sandwich bread, artisan bread, pizza, pastry, and a general oven mode.
How big is the Balmuda K01M-GW?
It measures 14.1 by 12.6 by 8.2 inches, a compact footprint for a countertop toaster.
Does it come with a baking pan?
Yes, a baking pan is included with this US version.