Is this a good scale to use in the kitchen?
1180401
The smallest weight I was able to get to register on the scale was 4 grams or .2 oz. But, I use it mainly for postage. I actually thought about trying it with some bread recipes. The 4 grams/.2 oz would indicate it can at least weigh 3 teaspoons or 1 tablespoon. As ScaleUser noted, you can adjust the tare weight for whatever container you place the ingredients in. Since I bake a lot with flour, I'd be concerned about damaging the scales with flour dust.
1180402
Not really, go for a model that has glass, or stainless steel on the top. That way you can wash it so you can put food directly on top. This one could be used with a food container by using the Tare button, but it will be hard to keep it clean. However, it is an ideal scale for people who use PayPal shipping, and Dymo printers, and any online shipping method that needs the exact weight to calculate the postage.
1180403
The scale was made for mailing purposes, however one could use it to weigh food as long as the food was in containers. The tare feature will account for the weight of the containers.
1180404
Sure. We use it for accurate mailing, as in "is this small package 3 ounces or 3.1 ounces" but I must confess I have also weighed bags of coffee beans and a few other things in the kitchen with it. But I don't keep this in my kitchen, because it's a fine, accurate machine that I don't want to get banged around or spilled on.
1180405
ABSOLUTELY!!! Why not? If you use it for postage predominantly and want to keep it immaculately clean, then don't. However, the tare feature means you can weigh a bowl or container, set the weight to zero, then measure by weight. Last night I took a glass bowl, measured out 12oz of chocolate chips from a Warehouse-Store sized bag, melted them in the microwave with butter and made much LESS of a mess by eliminating the need to wash extra bowls and measuring cups. Its great for European recipes as well. Oh, and it's pretty handy for postage too!
1090019
Hi Susan!We returned the scale b/c it did not weigh in accurately when compared to other scales we used.Good luck with it!
334573
I use the scale to measure food in a Sandwich Restaurant. It works perfect for me. Very good for consistency.
1809911
I'd agree with the other reviewers. It seems accurate within the .10 range although it will read out in the hundredths place after that. I've only had it differ by .1 from the USPS by that was for a 1-2 lbs item. My husband needs a scale that can measure the quantity of light items (like rubber bands) via weight and he needs a more accurate scale.
368529
The answer is yes, but it's designed for precise measurements at a lower weight and to be portable. I'd consider something more robust unless you need to weigh single servings of rice and sugar on the go.
1662653
Depends on why you're asking. These Deltatrak thermometers are often used in science room classes so they're already fairly reputable, this one was re-certified for kitchen use and is water and grease resistant. But if you want to get technical - From their website, accuracy is: 1.0F (-4F to 113F) 0.5C (-20C to 45C); otherwise 1.8F (1.0C) ***That's plenty accurate for kitchen use.
2084406
It seems very accurate, weighs up to 350 lbs (not sure if that's enough) and the hand held readout makes it easier than a floor scale. As a patient it would not be off-putting for the nurse to ask me to step on one of these, so I would say yes. It also weighs in decimals of a pound, not just full pounds. I've had it nearly a couple years and it hasn't needed a new battery yet and I have had no problems of any kind as of yet.
283915
Yes. It's a great scale. I can read it without my glasses. It quickly settles on a number and stays lit for about 10 seconds. The scale is in .2 lb, so it will say 163.2 or 163.4, for example, in easy-to-read numbers.
81749
Honestly, you will want a scale that will measure to the .001, and a scale such as this would be doing you a disservice for that amount of accuracy. I would check in to a higher end scale, not a pocket scale like this one.
1297634
First, let me say that I love this scale. It serves by needs perfectly. The spout on the bowl is great for those soft foods or liquids you may want to weigh. Secondly, my product arrived well packaged and was clean. I did the standard "wash" cause it's new and before using, then used it. However, I do not put in the dishwasher. I cannot attest that if there were issues, they have been addressed and fixed, but would hope so. I'd take my chances you can always return with a note. Ardis, DesMoines, IA
1546089
I purchased this scale over 1 year ago and it is still very accurate. Most scales are not very accurate over 200 pounds. I weigh about 350 pounds and it still works great for me.
1733494
Yes. I have used this scale to figure out nutritional information for entire recipes, such as pumpkin bars and bean soup. Of course, you have to treat each recipe ingredient separately. I highly recommend it. It's very accurate and repeatable. It seems to be accurate to about 1/2 gram (I've checked it with calibrated weights through a range of weights, from several grams to over a pound.
1536565
It's good for a lower end scale.if you have a little more money,Tanita has The scale,from 70.00_ 200.00.I am buying the 70.00 model,it will probably Last ME 10years, like the one I'm replacing
427682
We use this scale to make food for our dog (the main ingredients being garbanzo beans and potatoes). I think it is very accurate and I'm happy with it!
1733496
Sure. You don't need to mess with the nutritional functions if you just want to simply weigh something. The scale also provides a 'toggle' to choose between ounces/pounds and grams.
837403
I would not recommend it for that purpose.Purchase a "dog" scale. I bought one on Amazon...that will work/
839115
I place the base on a kitchen scale and weigh out what I need. Works very well.