Lakeland Toastie Makers: What They Sell and What to Buy
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Lakeland is a UK kitchenware retailer rather than a toastie maker manufacturer, so its toastie range is a mix of branded sandwich makers (typically Breville, Sage and Cuisinart) and Lakeland's own gadgets such as the CRIMPiT toastie sealer. It is a good place to buy a premium machine with helpful customer service, but rarely the cheapest place for a budget sandwich toaster.
Quick answer: At Lakeland, buy a Sage The Perfect Press or Cuisinart 2-in-1 if you want a premium machine from a retailer with a strong returns reputation. The CRIMPiT is a cheap, clever option if you don't want another appliance. For a budget sandwich toaster, compare prices at Argos and Amazon first.
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What Lakeland typically stocks
Lakeland's sandwich maker range is small and curated, and it changes through the year. We can't tell you what is in stock today, but these are the kinds of product Lakeland has typically carried:
| Product type | Examples | Best for | Typical price band |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lakeland own gadgets | CRIMPiT Toastie Maker (bread sealer) | Toasties without a sandwich maker | Usually under £15 |
| Mainstream deep fill sandwich toasters | Breville deep fill models (range changes; some discontinued) | Classic sealed toasties | Usually £25–£50 |
| Premium sandwich/grill makers | Cuisinart 2-in-1 Grill and Sandwich Maker | Sealed toasties plus grilling | Usually £70–£100 |
| Panini presses and contact grills | Sage The Perfect Press, Sage BBQ & Press Grill | Thick bread, café-style paninis | Usually £90–£220 |
Lakeland has its own "Lakeland" branded electricals (toasters, for example), but we have not been able to confirm a current Lakeland-branded electric sandwich toaster. If one appears, judge it on plate depth, removable plates and guarantee like any other machine.
The CRIMPiT: Lakeland's toastie gadget
The CRIMPiT is a small handheld tool sold by Lakeland that cuts and crimps two slices of bread around a filling to form a sealed pocket. You then cook the sealed sandwich using another method, such as a toaster bag, the oven, an air fryer or a frying pan; follow the instructions on the pack. It is useful for:
- People with no room for another appliance.
- Students in halls where sandwich makers are banned (check the rules on toasters too). See the student toastie maker guide.
- Making sealed pockets for air fryer toasties that don't leak.
It won't brown and press bread the way an electric toastie maker does, and it trims off the crusts, so you lose some bread. For every non-appliance method, read how to make a toastie without a toastie maker.
Recommended toastie makers to buy at Lakeland
Sage The Perfect Press
A light-pressure, adjustable-height press that suits sourdough and thick paninis. Lakeland is a natural place to buy it if you want in-store advice and an easy return. Not a sealed toastie maker; see our Sage guide for the trade-offs.
- Gentle, even pressure
- Adjustable height
- Expensive
- Doesn't seal fillings
Cuisinart 2-in-1 Grill and Sandwich Maker
Removable deep sandwich plates and grill plates in a sturdy stainless body. Lakeland has stocked earlier versions of this machine. Make sure you are buying the current GRSM4U rather than old stock of the discontinued GRSM2U. More in our Cuisinart guide.
- Removable plates
- Toasties and paninis
- Premium price
CRIMPiT Toastie Maker
The cheapest way to make a sealed toastie pocket, then cook it with what you already own. Good as a gift or for tiny kitchens. Sold by Lakeland; it has also appeared at other retailers.
- Cheap and tiny
- Seals fillings in
- Needs a separate cooking method
- Trims crusts
How to choose at Lakeland
- Decide sealed vs pressed first. Sealed triangles need a sandwich toaster; thick bread suits a press. Our toastie maker vs panini press comparison helps.
- Check the product page for "discontinued". Lakeland keeps pages live for ended lines, including some Breville deep fill models.
- Compare the price. Lakeland prices on branded machines are not always the lowest. Check Amazon, John Lewis and Argos.
- Look at the guarantee. Lakeland has offered its own guarantee on many products, in some cases three years, alongside the manufacturer's. Check the terms on the product page.
Returns, guarantees and click and collect
Lakeland has a reputation for friendly customer service and has historically offered a generous returns promise. Exact terms change, so read the current returns policy before buying, especially for electricals that have been used. Lakeland also has physical stores across the UK, and buying in store or collecting an online order can make returns simpler. Our where to buy hub compares retailers.
Watch out: A product being sold by Lakeland doesn't make it a Lakeland product. The manufacturer's warranty and spare parts still come from the brand, so register the machine with the maker too.
Lakeland vs other places to buy
For budget machines like Tower, Quest or basic Russell Hobbs models, Argos, supermarkets and Amazon usually have more choice and lower prices. Lakeland makes most sense for premium machines, gadgets you won't find elsewhere, and buyers who value the shop's service. For the best machines regardless of retailer, start with the best toastie maker guide.
What else Lakeland is useful for
Lakeland also stocks the bits that make toastie-making easier, whichever machine you own:
- Silicone spatulas and tongs for lifting toasties without scratching the non-stick.
- Toaster bags, which let you make a cheese toastie in a pop-up toaster; useful with the CRIMPiT.
- Cleaning brushes and non-scratch sponges for fixed-plate machines. See how to clean a toastie maker.
- Waffle and baking accessories if you buy a 3-in-1; our toastie maker waffles guide covers batters.
If you're choosing between Lakeland and a department store for a premium machine, our John Lewis toastie maker guide covers the comparable range there, and the best panini press list compares Sage with cheaper presses.
Buying a toastie maker as a gift at Lakeland
Lakeland is a popular place for kitchen gifts, and toastie makers are an easy win if you pick the right type for the person:
- Student or small flat: the CRIMPiT, plus a pack of toaster bags, costs little and needs no extra appliance.
- Keen home cook: a Sage press for sourdough and café-style sandwiches.
- Family kitchen: a removable-plate machine such as the Cuisinart, which is easier to keep clean.
Keep the receipt and check the gift returns terms, since policies on used electricals can differ from unopened items. Our what to make in a toastie maker guide is a handy extra for whoever receives it, along with our toastie filling ideas for inspiration beyond cheese.
FAQs
Does Lakeland make its own toastie maker?
Lakeland sells the CRIMPiT toastie sealer and Lakeland-branded electricals such as toasters, but we couldn't confirm a current Lakeland-branded electric sandwich toaster. Its electric toastie makers are typically from brands like Breville, Cuisinart and Sage.
How does the CRIMPiT work?
You press it onto two slices of bread with a filling between them; it cuts and seals the edges into a pocket. You then cook the pocket in an oven, air fryer, pan or toaster bag as directed.
Is Lakeland more expensive for toastie makers?
Often a little, for branded machines. Lakeland competes on service and guarantees more than price, so compare before buying.