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A Kitchen Scale for Every Home Cook

From more accurate measurements to easier meal planning, a kitchen scale is never a bad investment

Antique kitchen scale
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By Ian Burke


Updated on May 17, 2021

If you’re tired of eyeballing baking ingredients on poorly marked measuring cups or having to use inaccurate methods of portion control, it might be time to invest in a kitchen scale.

Whether you’re looking to more accurately measure your ingredients or planning on finally getting around to some healthier-eating resolutions, one of these kitchen scales is sure to suit your needs.

Great Value

This model from AmazonBasics boasts an easy-to-use LCD display, a large weighing platform that makes using bigger bowls or containers a breeze, and an automatic shut-off feature to help save battery life.

Traditional Design

For the home cooks out there looking for an old-school yet functional addition to the kitchen, look no further. This stainless steel scale features a large analog display and a removable weighing bowl that makes cleaning easy. It’s perfect for the home, but would also look great at a farmers market stall or mobile kitchen. The best part: No batteries required!

Luxury Pick

This is a perfect scale for measuring portions and gauging the nutritional value of ingredients. With nutrition facts for 2,000 different foods pre-programmed into the device’s memory — along with up to 99 more customizable entries — this scale is perfect for any home chef who’s looking to keep track of their macros. It also features an automatic shut-off feature and a backlit display.

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