Zojirushi Home Bakery Virtuoso Plus

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I've made bread in it every week or two for the last couple years without any problems. It makes a 1-lb loaf, which works well since that's about how much I will eat before it goes stale. If you're making bread just for yourself the small loaf may be a good option.

While all of those machines worked just fine and made nice enough loaves, I can honestly say the Virtuoso Plus makes the prettiest. most traditionally-shaped, and most consistent loaf out of any bread machine I've ever used. Mine has dual paddles and a top heater, so the baking and mixing are both extremely consistent and everything comes out great every time.