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T-fal Molded Countertop Bread Machine

Last updated: March 22, 2023

T-fal Molded Countertop Bread Machine
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We looked at the top Bread Machines and dug through the reviews from some of the most popular review sites. Through this analysis, we've determined the best Bread Machine you should buy.

Overall Take

If you're looking for an affordable bread machine that does a great job, the T-fal ActiBread bread maker fits the bill. You'll get an easy-to-understand control panel, along with gluten-free options to help you make bread that fits your nutritional needs. You'll find the loaves are taller than they are wide, but if appearance is less important than taste, this is the bread machine for you.

In our analysis of 44 expert reviews, the T-fal Molded Countertop Bread Machine placed 12th when we looked at the top 13 products in the category. For the full ranking, see below.

From The Manufacturer

T-fal ActiBread Bread Maker, Bread Machine with Stainless Steel Housing, LCD Display, 2-Pound, Silver, Model PF311E. Enjoy delicious recipes and ultimate control over the freshest ingredients with the T-fal Actibread gluten-free bread maker. From healthy breakfast options to delectable after-dinner deserts, the bread machine offers a nice alternative to costly, ingredient-heavy, store-bought selections. The Actibread gluten-free bread maker puts 15 programmable options at your fingertips, including gluten-free salty, gluten-free sweet, and gluten-free cake, as well as rapid whole wheat, whole wheat, salt-free, super rapid, rapid sweet bread, French, sweet, cooking, dough, cake, jam, and pasta. Choose from three loaf sizes (1, 1.5, or 2 lbs) and three crust settings (light, medium, or dark). There’s even a delay-start option (up to 15 hours)—perfect for waking up in the morning to the mouthwatering aroma of freshly baked bread. When finished baking, the Actibread gluten-free bread maker automatically switches over to keep-warm mode for up to an hour, and its non-stick inner pan means effortless food release and quick cleanup. Attractively housed in brushed stainless steel, the powerful 700-watt gluten-free bread maker offers user-friendly controls, an LCD digital display with an indicator light, and a top-loading lid with a viewing window. Accessories include a measuring cup, measuring spoon, hook, kneading blade, and recipe book with 25 tasty bread maker recipes for getting started.

Expert Reviews


What experts liked

This is a good starter machine for anyone not ready to make a big investment.
The main thing I love about the T-Fal bread machine is the gluten free options. As a long term baker, I know how different the process of hand baking gluten free bread is compared to making normal bread.
Control panel is easy to understand and easy to use.
We wanted to make sure the gluten-free breads are on point, like its predecessor. Thankfully this machine is as advertised. It makes good-quality gluten free breads at the push of a button. We especially liked the fact that there is a dedicated program to make gluten-free cakes – something we don’t see on other machines. If you must eat gluten-free breads, this machine will save you a ton of money!

What experts didn't like

It kneads well and bakes evenly, but loaves come out taller than they are long.
My one slight issue with it is its appearance. I do dislike the combination of black plastic and stainless steel on the T-Fal. I know this is personal taste, and many of you may disagree with me and think that it’s a good looking little unit.But personally, I would have liked them to at least offer a more traditional white unit alongside the stainless steel one.
The bread pan shape produces a vertical bread loaf, so don’t expect it to look like bread you bought at the bakery.
However, all our breads that have come out of this machine had particularly thick crusts. They are also not as fluffy as some of the Japanese machines we’ve tested.
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