We purchased and tested 30 of the top bread machines by using them to make standard white bread, whole wheat, gluten-free, and banana bread (following the recipes included with the machines, or a standard T… See more

Size, Power, and Capacity
Most bread makers produce loaves that weigh 1 to 2 pounds, but some models are capable of baking 2.5-pound family-sized loaves. In theory, you can add more or less flour and w… See more

Do you need to grease the bread maker pan?
Yes, you should grease the panof your bread maker before putting in your ingredients. Greasing will help you easily remove th… See more

Donna Currie, a writer for The Spruce Eats, is a bread-making expert. Not only did she review a couple of our top picks, but she also wrote Make Ahead Bread, which breaks down the bread-baking process for readers. D… See more