The LB proved similarly accurate in our whole-gram tests, with a few exceptions: It underweighed the gram and kilogram weights by 0. While it was almost always accurate, the LB sometimes took a couple seconds to get there. Most of the pocket scales we tested took only about a second to reach a measurement. The auto-off function was typical for the category, shutting off after 2 minutes and 9 seconds, but it comes with an AC adapter that, if plugged in, will keep it on indefinitely. The LB is super simple to operate and clean.
Like our other picks, it measures in grams and ounces. Also like our other picks, it has rubber feet to keep it from sliding. We really liked the hinged cover that keeps the controls and platform clean and protected from weights that might stack up on top of it in the closet or a drawer.
Measuring 7. All the buttons are membraned, adding a bit more protection from your baking scraps. And while this scale is easy to use, not all the controls are clear in their purpose. It needs four AA batteries to run but can also be powered by an AC adapter—all come included in the box. If yours sours on you, American Weigh offers a limited year warranty. Digital scales can break when you load them past their capacity.
Overloading a scale also voids the warranty. Though some scales we tested did not support recalibration, we found that none were off by more than 2 grams, even with heavier weights. If your scale seems to be displaying inaccurate readings, check to see if the batteries need replacing. Better scales have a low-battery symbol that appears at the appropriate time. Also, always confirm that your scale is sitting on a flat surface; it might weigh inaccurately if not.
We tested the OXO Precision Coffee Scale With Timer for our guide to the best gear for making pour-over coffee and found that it had trouble settling on a weight. A number of reviewers on Amazon complain of a similar issue. We still think our previous top pick, the Jennings CJ , is a good scale. Unlike the Escali, it measures in half grams and has a backlit digital screen. Also, after multiple years of long-term testing, we discovered that this model quickly eats up batteries, and we found its excessive beeping annoying.
Readings were off by a whole gram or more, depending on where on the platform you placed the weight. It also failed to read anything 2 grams or lighter and wavered greatly in the gram and 5-gram tests.
It also measures ounces in fractions, a feature our testers didn't like. In our experience, the tare button on the Ozeri Touch Professional Digital Kitchen Scale suffered from a delayed response, which our testers found annoying. In our tests, this model had difficulty weighing ingredients under 5 grams and consistently weighed 1 gram off.
We tested the My Weigh iBalance i Multi-Purpose Digital Scale for our original review and found it difficult to see the display when we placed a big bowl on the weigh platform. Though the Ozeri Pro Digital Kitchen Scale is highly rated on Amazon currently, we dismissed it in previous tests because the buttons were not sealed, making them more prone to water damage. Aside from having a lower capacity than most pocket scales 2 kg or 4.
In our most recent tests, it struggled to read anything lighter than 2 grams and would slowly increase readings over time. The gram test started at We also found the touch controls were not very responsive. They often failed to respond at all to our commands and we could see this thing get annoying real fast.
It also failed to read items lighter than 2 grams. It also has a fairly short auto-off duration and takes more than two seconds to read lighter weights.
Jurgen David, associate director of pastry at the, International Culinary Center , interview. Michael Sullivan has been a staff writer on the kitchen team at Wirecutter since He has worked in various facets of the food and restaurant industry for over a decade. Christine Cyr Clisset is a deputy editor overseeing home coverage for Wirecutter. She previously edited cookbooks and craft books for Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia, and she started reviewing kitchen gear back in She sews many of her own clothes, which has made her obsessive about high-quality fabrics—whether in a dress or bedsheets.
Our pick. Escali Primo Digital Scale The best kitchen scale This scale is best for home cooks who want fast, consistent results when baking or cooking. Budget pick.
Ozeri Pronto Digital Multifunction Kitchen and Food Scale Less expensive but still accurate For nearly half the cost of our top pick, the Ozeri Pronto delivers the same level of accuracy but has a much shorter auto-off time. Upgrade pick. My Weigh KD A scale for advanced home bakers For a bit more money, this scale offers some advanced features, a backlit display, a removable platform, and the option to turn the auto-off function off. Also great. Everything we recommend.
Why you should trust us Why measure by weight? Why you should trust us. Why measure by weight? Backlit Display. Digital Display. Instant On. Large Display. Large Platform. LCD Display. Metric Conversion. No Electronic Display. Oversized Display.
Removable Platform. Touch Screen. Touch Sensitive Controls. Weight Display in Pounds or Kilograms. Weight in 0. All Deals. Gender Neutral. Include out of stock. Sort by Relevance. Taylor Digital Food Scale. Check nearby stores. Add to cart. Sold and shipped by eForCity. Taylor 5 lb Mechanical Scale. Add for shipping. Other scales—like the Oxo Precision Scale, which tops out at only 6 pounds, and the MyWeigh Bakers Math Scale, which is larger and can handle upward of 16 pounds—are better suited to more specialized needs.
Ease of use: The best food scales were intuitive and easy for us to use right out of the box without having to fiddle with too many buttons or consult the manual.
We also noted whether each food scale came with a tare function. Durability: We gave points to those that felt stable on the counter and sturdy enough to stand up to daily use. We also looked out for design flaws, such as unsealed buttons, that might make cleaning difficult or lead to moisture damage.
The Oxo Precision Scale is the best kitchen scale for coffee obsessives who want perfectly measured beans. During testing its measurements were consistent and accurate, and because the display panel is designed to be pulled out, the results were easy to read even when working with an oversized bowl.
Bottom line: We liked it a lot—but not twice as much as the Escali, which is less than half the cost. Ultimately, a couple of factors—namely its less responsive buttons and quicker auto power-off function—kept it out of our top spot.
With a maximum weight capacity of 15 pounds, it was on the stronger end of the scales we tested. The GDealer Tempered Glass Kitchen Scale was another glass-topped model: It was very easy to clean and inherently heat-resistant, which we liked. However, the auto power-off feature kicks in after only 90 seconds, which meant that occasionally it turned off and we lost our measurements right in the middle of a baking project.
We disqualified the Etekcity Multifunction Digital Kitchen Scale after our initial round of testing because of some basic design flaws. Namely a small weighing platform without an offset digital display that made reading measurements tricky and unsealed buttons whose crevices seemed like they would be a magnet for flour, dough, and potential water damage.
We test drove seven of the most well-reviewed and popular kitchen scissors on the market to find the absolute best. By Sarah Karnasiewicz.
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