Best Sandwich Toaster in India

All details come from the maker pages credited at the end.

Start with what each maker states about the plates. Prestige names die-cast aluminium on the PSMFB (D) and the PSMFD 01. It names a non-stick heating plate on the PSMFB. Bajaj describes the SWX 5 plates as non-stick coating and the SWX 3 Deluxe plates as non-stick only.

Next, check whether plates come out. Prestige says the plates are fixed on all three of its models. Bajaj does not state it for either model. The makers do not describe cleaning, so this guide stops at the fixed or not stated wording.

Look at the indicators. Bajaj lists a neon indicator for pre-heat and power on. Prestige lists power indicators on two models and power on and off indicators on the third. A pre-heat indicator is a feature only the Bajaj models name.

Then weigh the warranty. Bajaj states a longer term than Prestige. Prestige says the non-stick coated plates on the PSMFB (D) need less oil while toasting. It says the PSMFB plates let you use less oil or butter. For the PSMFD 01 it says the coating allows oil-free toasting. Bajaj makes no matching claim.

Finally, note how complete the listing is. Only the two Bajaj models state a slice count. Only the Prestige PSMFD 01 leaves the power out. If you are comparing a wider range of appliances, read our guide to the best sandwich maker or the best simple sandwich maker. For grilling plates, see the best grill sandwich maker.