Panasonic FlashXpress NB-G110P.

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Panasonic FlashXpress NB-G110P Review: Fast, Compact, and Fussy

At 9.0 out of 10, the Panasonic FlashXpress NB-G110P is one of the best small toaster ovens we know of, and it sits at number 2 on Gavler's Best Toaster Ovens list. It suits one or two people who mostly make toast, reheat leftovers and cook small batches, and who value an oven that is ready in seconds. The biggest trade-off is that it is small and idiosyncratic. Some owners report that the infrared elements and buttons wear out sooner than they should, and an independent tester rates its baking and ease of use well below its toasting.

What it is

The NB-G110P is a compact countertop oven that heats with infrared elements rather than a conventional coil. Foodal's review lists 1,300 watts, six presets, five browning levels and a temperature range of 250 to 500 degrees Fahrenheit. The timer runs up to 25 minutes. Foodal says the rack fits four slices of bread or a 9-inch pizza, and gives the dimensions as about 13 x 12 x 10.25 inches and the weight as 7.5 pounds.

The Kitchn's review adds two practical details. The rack slides toward you when the door opens, so you do not have to reach into a hot cavity. There is also a glass door for watching the browning. Foodal reports a silver model (NB-G110P) and a white one (NB-G110PW). Gavler covers the silver NB-G110P.

Price is harder to pin down. Gavler lists roughly $150. The Kitchn's June 2024 piece showed $137.53 on sale against a normal price of $169.99, and TechGearLab's table lists $200. Check the current price before you buy.

In use

The case for this oven starts with speed. TechGearLab, in a comparison table updated in October 2025, measured about 1.6 minutes to reach 350F and scored toasting performance 8.3 out of 10. It scored temperature accuracy 8.5, with a reading of 94.6 percent. Those are strong numbers for a unit this small. We have not run our own bench tests, so we rely on these outside figures.

Evenness is the other draw. Foodal writes that "toast in particular comes out evenly browned from edges to center, on both sides." The same review says the oven "receives top grades for its fast heating, even cooking, and its compact size." The Kitchn's reviewer reached for the same word: "I was immediately sold on this toaster oven after whipping up some sourdough toast." That article reads as a recommendation piece with affiliate links and no formal testing, so we treat it as an enthusiastic first impression rather than a lab result. Foodal's review dates from 2017 (last modified 2020) and covers both color variants.

Reheating also does well in the one hands-on write-up we found of the white NB-G110PW variant. SteamyKitchen's reviewer gave leftover pizza an "A+ score" and found frozen fries "very crispy." That is a different SKU, so it supports the technology rather than this exact unit.

Strengths

• No preheat to speak of. For toast, a slice of pizza or a handful of fries, you are eating before a coil oven has warmed up.
• A small footprint. At 13 by 12 inches it fits where larger ovens cannot, and Foodal praises its compact size.
• Toasting quality. Even browning on both sides is the most consistent point of praise across sources.
• Thoughtful touches. The door-linked rack and glass window make daily use more pleasant.
• Temperature accuracy. TechGearLab's 94.6 percent accuracy figure suggests the dial can be trusted.

Trade-offs and who should skip it

This is where the high score needs context. TechGearLab ranked the FlashXpress sixth of eleven ovens with an overall score of 72. It scored baking and roasting at 6.5 and ease of use at 6.0, and its cons read: "Smaller capacity, odd controls aren't intuitive." Its test results were uneven: chicken thighs 8, cookies 7, tater tots 6, frozen pizza 5, all on a 10-point scale.

Reliability is the other concern. Foodal relays owner reports that "the power button (and others) fail after some use." It also reports complaints about the infrared elements, or "bulbs," burning out or breaking, sometimes after only a few months, and says repairs can mean shipping the oven to the manufacturer. Those are owner reports as relayed by one publication, not a measured failure rate, but they are consistent enough that we would not ignore them. Foodal's note on cost applies too: "Coupled with its high end price tag, this can make it an expensive choice."

You should skip it if:

• You cook for three or more people. The tray is small; SteamyKitchen's reviewer on the NB-G110PW said it is "too small to cook enough food for big appetites."
• You bake often, or want a roomy oven for casseroles and sheet-pan dinners.
• You dislike learning controls. TechGearLab and SteamyKitchen both describe the timer and settings as fiddly.
• You want a long, worry-free service life from a single purchase.

How it compares

The Breville Smart Oven Pro, our number 1 pick, is the better choice if you want one oven to do everything. The FlashXpress is smaller and quicker to heat, but it gives up capacity and versatility. A 2013 Consumer Reports piece carried by Fox News said an earlier FlashXpress "couldn't unseat our top-rated Breville." That was an older Breville and an earlier generation of the Panasonic, so we cite it only for the pattern: speed on one side, capacity and versatility on the other. For a larger alternative, see the Ninja Foodi XL Pro, ranked 3 on our list.

The Gavler verdict

The FlashXpress earns its 9.0 as a specialist. For small households, dorms and apartments, it toasts evenly and reheats fast, and it takes little space. Its weaknesses are real: limited capacity, controls that need learning, and owner reports of premature wear. If those fit your habits, it is a delight. If you need one oven to do everything, start with our Best Toaster Ovens list and consider a larger model.

Common Questions

Does the Panasonic FlashXpress need to preheat?

No. Its infrared elements heat almost immediately. The Kitchn's review lists no preheat as a benefit, and TechGearLab timed it at about 1.6 minutes to reach 350F.

How big is the Panasonic FlashXpress NB-G110P?

Foodal lists it at roughly 13 x 12 x 10.25 inches and 7.5 pounds. The rack fits four slices of bread or a 9-inch pizza.

Is the FlashXpress reliable?

Reports are mixed. Foodal's review passes along owner complaints about infrared elements burning out and buttons failing. Gavler treats long-term durability as the main risk.

Is the Panasonic FlashXpress worth the price?

For one or two people who mostly toast and reheat, yes. Households that bake full meals or want a roomy oven should look at a larger model instead.