Kitchen · PRODUCT REVIEW

De'Longhi
DO1289 Electric Oven

For six-slice Toast, Fan & Bake, and named rack fit. A closer look at the benefits, the limitations, and the alternatives.

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Our take

DO1289 is a well-documented oven for buyers who value a six-slice Toast layout, multiple named modes, and specific rack and bakeware references. Its temperature and timer limits vary by function.

Consider it for

The manual lists a 12-inch pizza-shaped rack, a 9-inch round pan, and an 11 × 7-inch rectangular pan..

Look elsewhere if

Not for shoppers who need outside dimensions, a diameter for each frozen Pizza preset, or a seller package tied to an old ASIN.

Pros & cons

What could work for you, and what to consider before buying.

What works in its favor

  • The manual gives seven Toast shades and layouts for two, four, or six slices.
  • A 12-inch pizza-shaped rack and two bakeware examples are listed.
  • Fan & Bake and Traditional Bake have distinct instructions and limits.

What to weigh up

  • The manual does not provide exterior dimensions or a measured cavity opening.
  • Pizza presets are described by food weight rather than diameter.
  • The historic finish, seller package, and current offer remain unmapped.

The key details

Published product specifications
Model coveredDO1289
Documented cooking modesEight modes including Toast, Fan & Bake/Defrost, Bake, Pizza, and Dehydrate
Published food-fit referenceToast layouts for 2, 4, or 6 slices; 12-inch pizza-shaped rack
Controls and timerMode knob, select button, Time/Toast Color dial, and Start/Stop
Placement and electrical notes120 V / 60 Hz / 1,400 W; two-inch wall/object spacing
Source and variant boundaryExact manual; no exterior dimensions or current seller mapping

Performance figures are manufacturer claims. Source checked October 1, 2026. Regional models and included accessories can differ.

What the features mean for you

Eight named functions make the manual useful for comparison

De'Longhi's exact DO1289 manual names eight functions: Fan & Bake/Defrost, Traditional Bake, Keep Warm, Broil, Toast, Dehydrate, Smart Cookies, and Pizza. That list gives a buyer more to compare than a generic countertop-oven label, but each menu item still has its own rules. Fan & Bake is a fan-assisted routine with two-level directions, while Traditional Bake is separately selected. The manual does not name Air Fry. The control panel uses a Mode knob, a Temp./Select/Clock button, a Time/Toast Color knob, and Start/Stop. The saved review keeps those procedures tied to DO1289 rather than borrowing another De'Longhi model's operation.

Toast has a clear layout and shade choice

For Toast, the manual shows two-, four-, and six-slice arrangements and seven browning levels. That gives a shopper a direct reference for a small or larger bread load, rather than requiring an inference from the oven's outside size. The Time/Toast Color knob changes roles depending on the selected function, and Start/Stop completes the control sequence. The guide does not say that its toast layout is the maximum bread capacity of the entire cavity. It also does not report independently measured browning or cooking speed. Treat the documented arrangement as a manufacturer instruction, not a promise that every loaf shape or accessory will fit.

Rack and pan examples are more precise than the Pizza menu

The manual lists a 12-inch pizza-shaped rack and a reversible rack of the same nominal size. It separately says that a 9-inch round pan or an 11 by 7-inch rectangular pan fits with room for air circulation. These statements support those named examples, but they should not be stretched into a 9-inch square tray or a 9 by 13-inch pan claim. The frozen Pizza programs are grouped by food weight, not diameter, so they do not establish the size of a pizza that clears the opening. No interior dimensions or complete cavity drawing is provided. If your cookware is wider or has handles, measure the exact item and verify it against the actual oven.

Heat and timer ranges belong to individual modes

Bake and Fan & Bake list settings from 200°F to 450°F and timers up to two hours. Defrost permits up to two hours, Broil is limited to one hour, and Dehydrate allows as long as 14 hours. Keep Warm is listed at 180°F, but this source does not state a maximum duration for that mode. The function-specific table helps avoid treating one timer ceiling as universal. The manual also gives a 120 V, 60 Hz, 1,400 W rating and a grounded three-pin plug. Placement directions call for two inches from walls or other objects on the same surface and for keeping objects off the area above the oven.

Use the exact manual without filling in listing gaps

The manual cover identifies DO1289 as an Electric Oven, while its procedures include Toast and other toaster-oven tasks. The saved review follows that model-specific evidence. It does not adopt the old listing's capacity or finish wording, assume a current Amazon offer, or turn the manual's parts diagram into a guaranteed seller bundle. No exterior dimensions, frequency beyond the listed 60 Hz, or diameter for the frozen Pizza presets is missing from this review by accident; each remains a limit in the source packet. The tagged destination searches DO1289 by its exact code so a buyer can verify the current seller's label and included accessories.

What else to compare

Compare Cuisinart TOB-1010MB for a maker-listed 11-inch pizza and six-slice layout, or ETO4510B for a documented two-pizza procedure without a stated diameter.

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Before you buy

How many slices can DO1289 toast in the documented layout?

The manual shows arrangements for two, four, or six slices and gives seven Toast shade levels.

What physical fit references does the manual give?

It lists a 12-inch pizza-shaped rack, a 9-inch round pan, and an 11 by 7-inch rectangular pan.

Does each Pizza preset have a published diameter?

No. The frozen Pizza options use food-weight groups; the source gives no diameter for each preset.

Where can I check the current price?

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Sources & review basis

We use the following manufacturer documentation for the product features above. Our suitability notes and buying advice are editorial judgments based on those features, not measured performance results.

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The decision

Choose DO1289 when its documented Toast layout, mode range, and listed cookware examples suit your routine. Check the exact seller package and counter opening separately.

Is it the right fit?

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