Zojirushi BB-PDC20BA Home Bakery Virtuoso Plus Breadmaker, 2 lb. loaf of bread
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$454.95
Updated Jun 27, 2026 · 1 min read
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What reviewers found
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Across the reviewers we read, the Zojirushi Virtuoso Plus is the most consistently recommended premium machine. seriouseats.com summarized it as making 'perfect loaves with the push of a button,' and r/BreadMachines owners echo that repeatedly, with multi-year owners reporting that 'each loaf comes out perfect' and praising the dual paddles plus a top heating element that browns the crust. Its horizontal pan also yields a more sandwich-friendly loaf shape than cheaper vertical machines.
What reviewers liked
- seriouseats.com rated the Virtuoso line highly for hands-off, repeatable loaves
- Long-term r/BreadMachines owners report years of reliable, even baking
- Dual paddles and a lid heating element produce well-mixed dough and good crust browning
Where it falls short
- At roughly $450 it is far more expensive than capable budget machines
- A minority of r/BreadMachines users call its loaves 'dense' with 'zero flavor'
- Community posts note frequent out-of-stock availability and concern about paddle coating wear over time
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Across the reviewers we read, the Zojirushi Virtuoso Plus is the most consistently recommended premium machine. seriouseats.com summarized it as making 'perfect loaves with the push of a button,' and r/BreadMachines owners echo that repeatedly, with multi-year owners reporting that 'each loaf comes out perfect' and praising the dual paddles plus a top heating element that browns the crust. Its horizontal pan also yields a more sandwich-friendly loaf shape than cheaper vertical machines.
- Various healthy course settings include Multigrain, Whole Wheat, Rapid Whole Wheat, Gluten Free, Salt Free, Sugar Free and Vegan
- Double Kneading Blades thoroughly knead dough for superior results; Dual heaters on the bottom and lid of the bread maker promote even baking and browning
- Rapid courses allow you to bake a loaf of white or whole wheat bread in just 2 hours and 25 minutes
- Large, easy-to-read LCD display with convenient key code on lid simplifies course selection; RAPID SETTING: Use Rapid setting to have your loaf ready to eat in under two and a half hours
- Electrical Rating 120 volts / 700 watts.Cord Length
- 39 inch
The finished product is prettier because the "top" is nicer with the long crust. The pretty part of mine is just the top end. Would love to see ...
I love my Virtuoso Plus. It's super consistent and well made. it bakes the bread really well well mixed the dough is. it costs nearly $5.00 a ...
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