The best bread makers UK

Take the hassle out of bread making with this Russell Hobbs bread making machine. The Fast Bake function gives you the opportunity to make a delicious loaf of bread in just under an hour, and offers 12 functions to let you choose exactly what bread you want; from gluten-free to whole-wheat and everything in between. The 13-hour delay function also provides you the flexibility of programming your breadmaking in advance. Key Specifications: 12 programmable functions and a 13 hour delay bake timer Automatic keep warm function for one hour Large viewing window with LCD display and non-slip feet Comes with a manual and 1 year guarantee **Review: "**Excellent machine, quick and easy, on offer price brilliant, definitely a good buy, if you've never had a bread maker this is the one to try. Makes a lovely loaf and makes the house smell great. Very pleased, highly recommended."

This sleek and compact bread maker offers 14 programmes including a variety of bread, but also cakes and doughs. The five crust settings, non-stick baking pan and delay start timer will make baking bread a delight, and if you're stuck for inspiration, the booklet also comes with a vast array of recipes for you to discover and enjoy. Key Specifications: 14 programmes including Gluten Free baking 2lb loaf capacity 3 crust settings Viewing window to monitor baking process **Reviews: "**I love this machine. I've had it for about two months and haven't bought any bread since. I've made a wide variety of loaves and every one has been delicious."

Why stop at just bread? With a whopping 18 programmes, this advanced machine allows you to make bread, jam, yoghurt, cake and lots more. The handy ingredients tray lets you pop in nuts, fruits seeds or anything else you'd like to include in your recipe, and the homemade function allows you to adjust the settings just as you like them. Key Specifications: 18 programs Automatic ingredients tray for nuts, seeds, fruits, or chocolate chips Freshly baked 500 g, 750 g and 1000 g loaves of bread Additional dough program, e.g. for pasta, pizza, or bread dough 3 Browning settings Viewing window for controlling Review: "This bread maker makes excellent bread of many varieties. It has been in use every day for about 5 months now and has proven itself to be a real asset in the kitchen."

Elegant and sleek, the Panasonic bread maker offers every setting you might need. The 37 functions range from white bread, French bread and gluten-free bread, all the way to scones, rye bread, pizza base and many more. Apart from savoury delights, this machine will also whip you up some delicious sweet treats such as cakes and jams. Key Specifications: 37 programmes Maximum bread size 2.2lb / 1kg 3 adjustable crust settings 115 mins fast bake time 13 hour delay timer for overnight baking **Review: "**Canu2019t really fault this machine. Turns out excellent quality loaves every time, really simple to use and a stunning range of options. Really well thought through design too."

Make breads, dessert, pasta and loads more with this 13-programme bread maker. Change the crust colour to whatever suits you and your family, and wake up to freshly made bread with the 13-hour delay timer. Key Specifications: 13 programmes Maximum bread size 2lb / 0.9kg 3 adjustable crust settings 10 mins fast bake time 13 hour delay timer for overnight baking Also suitable for making jam and cakes Review: "This breadmaker will do everything the 'top of the range', 'designer', three times the price models, can do but at a fraction of the price and very, very well. For the price (which is amazing), this Cookworks, White Breadmaker does what you want it to do MAKE BREAD!"

This small bread maker will blend into your kitchen nicely, and make you the most scrumptious homemade bread. With 15 different settings to choose from, you'll be making all sorts, including basic white bread, French, gluten-free, jam, cakes and more. The light, medium and dark crust settings leave you spoiled for choice, and the 60 minute warming function ensures your bread stays nice and toasty. Key Specifications: 15 automatic programs Quick function to make a loaf super fast 13-hour programmable timer 60 minute keep warm function Features a non-stick, removable bread pan **Review: "**Nice looking machine, compact. Good value for money. Turns out a good home made loaf."