Breville the ‘A Bit More’ 4-Slice Long-Slot Toaster – BTA730XL

Product Overview

The Breville BTA730XL, marketed as the ‘A Bit More’ Toaster, is a four-slice long-slot electric toaster with a brushed stainless steel exterior. Its two elongated slots can hold four conventional bread slices or accommodate longer artisan breads that may not fit easily in standard short-slot toasters. The U.S. configuration operates at 120 volts and has a rated power consumption of 1,800 watts.

The toaster combines variable browning control with an LED progress indicator that shows the approximate remaining toasting cycle. Its named functions include A Bit More, Lift & Look, Bagel, and Frozen. A Bit More adds extra toasting time, while Lift & Look raises the bread temporarily so its browning level can be checked without cancelling the cycle.

The BTA730XL measures approximately 8.1 inches wide, 16.1 inches deep, and 7.6 inches high. It incorporates self-centering long slots, a front-access crumb tray, concealed cord storage, and a manual bread-lift lever. The product is identified by UPC 021614055859 and ASIN B00COMHBT0.

Product Information

Identification

Physical

Product Identifier Summary

Kitchen appliances can share similar names while differing in capacity, electrical requirements, or slot configuration. Product identifiers help distinguish the BTA730XL from related Breville toaster models.

• Model Number: BTA730XL identifies this specific four-slice long-slot version of Breville’s ‘A Bit More’ toaster.
• MPN: The Manufacturer Part Number is used by Breville and distributors to identify the specific appliance configuration.
• UPC: The Universal Product Code is the 12-digit barcode used for retail inventory and product matching.
• EAN: The EAN-13 representation provides an international barcode format corresponding to the verified U.S. UPC.
• GTIN: A Global Trade Item Number identifies a commercial product within standardized retail and distribution systems. UPC-A is a GTIN-12 format.
• ASIN: The ASIN identifies the specific catalog record associated with the BTA730XL toaster.
• ISBN: ISBN identifiers apply to books and certain publications and do not apply to kitchen appliances.

Common Uses

The BTA730XL is intended for countertop toasting of bread products that fit safely within its long slots. Its slot layout accommodates both conventional sliced bread and selected longer or thicker baked goods.

• Toasting standard sandwich bread.
• Toasting long artisan bread slices.
• Toasting bagel halves with the dedicated Bagel function.
• Toasting English muffins that fit safely within the slots.
• Toasting suitable pastries and dense bread products.
• Defrosting and toasting compatible frozen bread products.
• Adding extra browning time to an existing toast cycle.

Maintenance & Care

Crumbs should be removed regularly to maintain clean operation and reduce the accumulation of food debris inside the toaster. The BTA730XL includes a slide-out crumb tray accessible from the front of the appliance.

• Unplug the toaster and allow it to cool before cleaning.
• Remove and empty the crumb tray regularly.
• Clean the crumb tray before returning it to the appliance.
• Wipe exterior stainless steel surfaces with a soft, slightly damp cloth.
• Dry exterior surfaces after cleaning.
• Do not immerse the toaster, power cord, or plug in water.
• Do not clean the interior with metal utensils.
• Do not shake the appliance aggressively to remove crumbs.
• Use the concealed cord-storage area when storing the appliance.

Safety Information

Toasters contain exposed heating elements inside narrow bread slots and can reach high temperatures during use. Breville’s operating and safety instructions should be followed whenever the appliance is connected to power.

• Place the toaster on a stable, level, heat-resistant surface.
• Do not operate the appliance underneath curtains, cabinets, or other combustible materials without adequate clearance.
• Do not insert knives, forks, metal utensils, or other conductive objects into the slots.
• Unplug the toaster before attempting to remove food that has become stuck.
• Do not toast foods that can drip grease, icing, filling, or other material onto the heating elements unless specifically suitable for toaster use.
• Do not operate the appliance near water or with wet hands.
• Do not cover the toaster while it is operating.
• Keep the power cord away from hot surfaces and countertop edges.
• Allow the appliance to cool before cleaning or storing it.

Technical Specifications

Product History

The BTA730XL forms part of Breville’s ‘A Bit More’ toaster family. It was developed as the long-slot four-slice counterpart to Breville’s smaller BTA720-series toaster and has remained in the company’s toaster range for multiple product generations.

The model’s design emphasizes long bread slots instead of four separate short slots. This layout allows two conventional slices to be positioned in each slot or enables selected longer artisan slices to be toasted without cutting them into shorter pieces.

Breville has also produced other toaster families with related functions, including the Die-Cast Smart Toaster and Toast Select Luxe. These products can use similar feature names such as A Bit More and Lift & Look but differ in construction, capacity, controls, dimensions, and model numbers.

Key Features

• Four-slice capacity using two long bread slots.
• Extra-long and extra-wide self-centering slots.
• Brushed stainless steel exterior.
• Variable browning control.
• LED toasting-progress indicator.
• A Bit More one-touch additional browning function.
• Lift & Look function for checking browning during a cycle.
• Dedicated Bagel setting.
• Dedicated Frozen setting.
• Front-access removable crumb tray.
• Concealed power-cord storage.
• 1800-watt heating system.

Package Contents

• One Breville BTA730XL four-slice long-slot toaster.
• Removable crumb tray installed in the appliance.
• Instruction documentation.

Compatibility

The BTA730XL is a self-contained countertop appliance designed for compatible North American household electrical systems. Food compatibility depends on the size, thickness, and composition of the item being toasted.

• Designed for 120-volt household electrical outlets.
• Compatible with conventional sliced bread that fits safely within the slots.
• Accommodates selected longer artisan bread slices.
• Designed to accommodate suitable bagel halves.
• Compatible with suitable frozen bread products through the Frozen function.
• No Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, smartphone, or smart-home connection is required.
• No external toaster accessories are required for normal operation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product is B00COMHBT0?

B00COMHBT0 identifies the Breville BTA730XL ‘A Bit More’ four-slice long-slot toaster with a brushed stainless steel exterior.

What is the exact model number?

The U.S. model is BTA730XL.

What UPC identifies BTA730XL?

The verified UPC is 021614055859.

How many slices can the toaster hold?

The BTA730XL has a nominal capacity of four conventional bread slices arranged across two long slots.

Does it have four separate slots?

No. It uses two elongated slots, each capable of holding two conventional slices or certain longer bread slices.

How long are the slots?

Breville officially describes them as extra-long slots. Independent retail measurements commonly place the slot length at approximately 10 inches, although Breville does not publish a separate slot-length specification on its current U.S. technical page.

Can it toast artisan bread?

Yes. The long-slot configuration is designed to accommodate many bread shapes that are longer than conventional sandwich slices, provided they fit safely inside the slot.

Can it toast sourdough?

Long sourdough slices can fit more readily than in many short-slot toasters. Actual compatibility depends on the thickness, width, and overall dimensions of the individual slice.

Can it toast bagels?

Yes. The toaster has a dedicated Bagel function intended for suitable bagel halves.

What does the Bagel function do?

The Bagel setting changes heating behavior so the cut side of a bagel receives stronger toasting while the outside receives less heat.

Can it toast frozen bread?

Yes. The Frozen setting increases the cycle duration to allow compatible frozen bread to defrost and toast.

What does A Bit More do?

A Bit More adds additional browning time when the result of a normal cycle is lighter than desired.

Does A Bit More require restarting the entire toast cycle?

No. It is designed to add a short amount of extra toasting rather than repeat a complete standard cycle.

What does Lift & Look do?

Lift & Look raises the bread so its browning progress can be checked without cancelling the active toasting cycle.

Does checking the toast stop the cycle?

No. The Lift & Look function is specifically designed to allow inspection while the original cycle remains active.

Does the toaster have browning settings?

Yes. A front slider provides variable browning adjustment from lighter to darker results.

Does it have an LED display?

The toaster uses an LED progress indicator rather than a conventional numeric digital screen. The illuminated indicator provides a visual estimate of the remaining toast cycle.

Does the BTA730XL have independent controls for each slot?

No. The BTA730XL uses one main browning control system for its two long slots rather than separate controls for each side.

Can two people toast different browning levels at the same time?

Not independently within one cycle. Items toasted simultaneously use the same selected browning control.

Does bread automatically center in the slots?

Yes. Breville describes the long slots as self-centering so different bread thicknesses can be positioned more consistently relative to the heating elements.

Does it have a crumb tray?

Yes. A slide-out crumb tray is accessible from the front of the toaster.

Why should the crumb tray be cleaned regularly?

Accumulated crumbs can produce odors, smoke, and unnecessary food debris near the heating system. Regular removal also simplifies routine appliance maintenance.

Can the crumb tray go in a dishwasher?

The current product documentation does not identify dishwasher-safe components. Hand cleaning according to Breville’s care instructions is the safer documented approach.

Can the toaster be submerged for cleaning?

No. The toaster, electrical cord, and plug should never be immersed in water.

Can metal utensils be used to remove stuck toast?

No. The appliance should be unplugged and cooled before stuck food is addressed, and conductive metal objects should not be inserted into the toaster slots.

How much power does the toaster use?

The U.S. BTA730XL is rated at 1800 watts.

What voltage does it require?

The U.S. model is designed for a 120-volt household electrical supply.

Can the U.S. model be used directly on a 220-240 volt electrical system?

No. The U.S. BTA730XL should not be connected directly to an incompatible higher-voltage supply.

How large is the toaster?

Breville specifies dimensions of approximately 8.1 inches wide, 16.1 inches deep, and 7.6 inches high.

Why is it longer than many four-slice toasters?

The BTA730XL places its bread positions in two elongated slots rather than arranging four separate slots in a wider rectangular body.

Does it require much countertop clearance?

Its approximately 16.1-inch dimension should be considered when planning countertop placement. Additional safe clearance is also needed around and above the toaster during operation.

Does it have cord storage?

Yes. Concealed cord storage is incorporated into the appliance.

Does the toaster use a manual lever?

Yes. Bread is lowered using a manual lever rather than the motorized lowering system found on certain other Breville toaster models.

Is BTA730XL the same as BTA840XL?

No. BTA840XL is the Breville Die-Cast four-slice Smart Toaster and uses a different body, slot arrangement, controls, construction, and model designation.

Is BTA730XL the same as BTA720XL?

No. The BTA720XL is the smaller two-slice member of the ‘A Bit More’ family, while BTA730XL is the long-slot four-slice version.

What warranty applies?

Breville identifies a one-year limited manufacturer warranty for the BTA730XL, subject to its applicable North American warranty conditions and proof-of-purchase requirements.

Buying Considerations

The BTA730XL differs from conventional four-slot toasters because it uses two elongated slots. This design can be useful for long bread slices but also produces a relatively long countertop footprint.

• Confirm that approximately 16.1 inches of counter depth or placement space is available.
• Consider whether long-slot capacity is useful for artisan or sourdough bread.
• Remember that both slots share the same browning setting during a cycle.
• Consider the 1800-watt electrical load when using the toaster with other high-power kitchen appliances on the same circuit.
• The appliance does not provide smart-home, Wi-Fi, or app controls.
• Check the dimensions of unusually thick pastries or bread before placing them in the slots.
• Use model BTA730XL and UPC 021614055859 when distinguishing this product from other Breville toasters.

Customer Feedback Summary

This section summarizes recurring themes in publicly available customer reviews and independent product evaluations. These observations describe subjective user experiences and are not verified technical specifications.

Positive feedback frequently focuses on the long-slot layout. Users with artisan bread, sourdough, and other elongated slices often find the format more flexible than conventional four-slot toasters. The A Bit More and Lift & Look functions are also repeatedly mentioned as convenient because they provide more control without immediately starting another full cycle.

Users also commonly note the straightforward crumb-tray access and stainless steel construction. The LED progress display provides a visible indication of the cycle, which some users find easier to monitor than a toaster with only a mechanical dial.

Reported limitations include the appliance’s long countertop footprint and the absence of separate browning controls for the two slots. Users who need to toast two different browning levels simultaneously may find the shared control less flexible than a four-slot toaster with independent control pairs.

Public feedback regarding browning consistency is mixed. Many users report satisfactory results, while others describe differences in browning between sides or changes in consistency after extended use. Individual results can vary with bread thickness, moisture level, slot loading, browning setting, and appliance condition.

Long-term feedback also includes isolated reports involving the bread-lowering mechanism or controls after extended ownership. These reports do not establish a defect affecting every BTA730XL unit, but they are relevant when reviewing the product’s service history and warranty coverage.

Related Products

• Breville BTA720XL ‘A Bit More’ 2-Slice Toaster.
• Breville BTA830XL Die-Cast Smart Toaster.
• Breville BTA840XL Die-Cast 4-Slice Smart Toaster.
• Breville Toast Select Luxe toaster models.
• Other four-slice long-slot toasters.
• Four-slot toasters with independent browning controls.

Last Updated

August 10, 2026