Breadmaker reviews

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When we test breadmakers, our experts look at the following.

• We make a 1kg loaf of multigrain bread from scratch with each machine, following the manufacturer’s instructions.
• We also compare each machine’s performance when making a 1kg multigrain loaf, 1kg gluten free loaf and a 1kg rye loaf from a Laucke premix.
• Where available, we use the breadmaker’s instructions for the premix, otherwise we use the premix manufacturer’s instructions.
• We visually assess the loaves for even crust colour, shape, uniformity of mixing, grain distribution, crust, and crumb texture, looking for small and evenly distributed bubbles.
• We note how easy the bread tins are to remove and replace, how easy it is to remove the loaf, how intuitive the controls, labels and features are, and how easy the machines are to clean.

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