Unfortunately the toaster already broke after nearly 2 years, although he was only on weekends in use. The slider no longer snaps and even if you hold it in the lowest position can no longer be toast (probably the electronics is over). That was our first and last Braun toaster, because as I have read here already joined this problem with other customers. From a German brand product in this price range I expect more reliability, but probably roll the meantime even in China the production line ....