<p>Whether you’re a novice cook or experienced baker, a set of the best kitchen scales can help you achieve reliably good results.</p><p>However, there’s a wide choice of models available, from basic offerings that measure in grams and pounds, to high-tech scales that can handle tiny amounts (such as <a href="/glossary/yeast-glossary">yeast</a> or <a href="/glossary/agar-agar-glossary">agar-agar</a>), multiple units of measurement, or large capacities.</p><p>We put a selection of scales through their paces in a busy kitchen measuring wet and dry ingredients. All our chosen scales were consistent in their measurements and all had their plus points, be it ease of storage, simple cleaning or the exact measurement of tiny amounts. Read on to discover our recommendations.</p>
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<h2 id="best-kitchen-scales-at-a-glance-6fce91be"><a id="GLANCE"></a>Best kitchen scales at a glance</h2><p><a href="#BESTKITCHENSCALES"><strong>JUMP TO REVIEWS</strong></a></p><p><strong>5/5 stars:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Best kitchen scales: </strong>ProCook digital scales, <a href="https://procookltd.sjv.io/c/1236178/994203/13039?subId1=bbcgoodfood-333881&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.procook.co.uk%2Fproduct%2Fprocook-glass-digital-scales-conversion-table-2" target="_blank" rel="sponsored">£14</a></li><li><strong>Best digital kitchen scales:</strong> OXO Good Grips kitchen scales, <a href="https://www.amazon.co.uk/OXO-Grips-Stainless-Pull-Out-Display/dp/B079D9B82W?tag=bbc00-21&ascsubtag=bbcgoodfood-333881" target="_blank" rel="sponsored">£55</a></li></ul><p><strong>Best of the rest:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Best kitchen scales for affordability: </strong>Salter Stainless Steel Dual Platform Scale, <a href="https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?id=489797&clickref=bbcgoodfood-333881&awinmid=32559&p=https%3A%2F%2Fsalter.com%2Fproducts%2Fdual-platform-scale.html" target="_blank" rel="sponsored">£19.99</a></li><li><strong>Best kitchen scales for design: </strong>Salter British Bakes digital scale, <a href="https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?id=489797&clickref=bbcgoodfood-333881&awinmid=32559&p=https%3A%2F%2Fsalter.com%2Fproducts%2Fbritish-bakes-digital-kitchen-scale-yellow.html" target="_blank" rel="sponsored">£19.99</a></li><li><strong>Best rechargeable kitchen scales: </strong>Smeg kitchen scales, <a href="https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?id=489797&clickref=bbcgoodfood-333881&awinmid=74372&p=https%3A%2F%2Fshop.smeguk.com%2FKSC01BLMWW" target="_blank" rel="sponsored">£129.95</a></li><li><strong>Best basic kitchen scales:</strong> Salter Expert Digital Scale, <a href="https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?id=489797&clickref=bbcgoodfood-333881&awinmid=32559&p=https%3A%2F%2Fsalter.com%2Fproducts%2Fexpert-digital-kitchen-scale-black-waterproof.html" target="_blank" rel="sponsored">£22.99</a></li><li><strong>Best Salter kitchen scales: </strong>Salter Aquatronic digital kitchen scales, <a href="https://www.amazon.co.uk/Salter-Digital-Kitchen-Scales-Black/dp/B07H8T6VMP/?tag=bbc00-21&ascsubtag=bbcgoodfood-333881" target="_blank" rel="sponsored">£16.99</a></li><li><strong>Best kitchen scales for coffee: </strong>Bodum Bistro Barista digital scales, <a href="https://www.nordicnest.com/brands/bodum/bistro-kitchen-scale-13×157-cm/" target="_blank" rel="sponsored noopener noreferrer">£49</a></li><li><strong>Best kitchen scales for baking:</strong> Ooni dual-platform digital scales, <a href="https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?id=489797&clickref=bbcgoodfood-333881&awinmid=77076&p=https%3A%2F%2Fuk.ooni.com%2Fproducts%2Fooni-dual-platform-digital-scales" target="_blank" rel="sponsored">£50</a></li><li><strong>Best kitchen scales with bowl: </strong>Beurer KS25 kitchen scales, <a href="https://www.amazon.co.uk/Beurer-Kitchen-Scales-Illuminated-Display/dp/B005GVENOW?th=1&tag=bbc00-21&ascsubtag=bbcgoodfood-333881" target="_blank" rel="sponsored">£26.99</a></li><li><strong>Best mechanical kitchen scales: </strong>Salter Timeless mechanical kitchen scales, <a href="https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?id=489797&clickref=bbcgoodfood-333881&awinmid=32559&p=https%3A%2F%2Fsalter.com%2Fproducts%2Ftimeless-mechanical-kitchen-scale.html" target="_blank" rel="sponsored">from £17.99</a></li></ul><p><strong>Jump to:</strong></p><ul><li><a href="#BESTKITCHENSCALES">Best kitchen scales to buy in 2026</a></li><li><a href="#HOWTOCHOOSE">How to choose kitchen scales</a></li><li><a href="#NEED">Do I need a liquid measurement setting on my kitchen scales?</a></li><li><a href="#ACCURATELY">Can kitchen scales weigh liquids accurately?</a></li></ul><h2 id="how-we-tested-kitchen-scales-88c6b519"><a id="HOWWETESTED"></a>How we tested kitchen scales</h2><p>We reviewed a representative sample of kitchen scales and scored them against the following criteria. We tested using heavy ingredients in a roasting tin, plus flour to check precision.</p>
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<ul><li><strong>Accuracy:</strong> the most important factor. We use a 100g calibration weight to check that the scales are accurate to the gram.</li><li><strong>Maximum weight:</strong> scales can only bear a certain amount of load, so if you’re likely to be measuring large joints of meat or heavy ingredients like potatoes, be sure to check what the scales can handle.</li><li><strong>Liquid measurements:</strong> ideally, scales offer a variety of units and millilitres – while not essential – come in really handy.</li><li><strong>Reading panel:</strong> we looked for bright, large LED displays.</li><li><strong>Sustainability:</strong> we asked what the scales were made from, looked at how they were packaged and at their power method.</li><li><strong>Ease of cleaning:</strong> scales should be easily cleaned with a quick wipe.</li></ul><h2 id="why-you-can-trust-good-food-reviews-fd7bd030">Why you can trust Good Food reviews</h2><p>At Good Food, we’ve tested a wide range of kitchen scales to see how they perform in real homes. Some models are put through their paces in the Good Food Test Kitchen, while others are trialled by our trusted freelance contributors in their own kitchens.</p><p>One tester even relied on a set of scales to bake her husband’s birthday cake – proof that our reviews reflect the everyday ways you’ll use them too.</p><p>We never share reviews with manufacturers or retailers before publication, and we don’t accept payment in exchange for positive coverage. That means you can be sure the feedback you read is honest, practical and based on genuine testing.</p><h2 id="best-kitchen-scales-to-buy-in-2026-2d925871"><a id="BESTKITCHENSCALES"></a>Best kitchen scales to buy in 2026</h2><h3 id="procook-glass-digital-scales-48a0b8db">ProCook glass digital scales</h3><p>Available from <a href="https://procookltd.sjv.io/c/1236178/994203/13039?subId1=bbcgoodfood-333881&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.procook.co.uk%2Fproduct%2Fprocook-glass-digital-scales-conversion-table-2" target="_blank" rel="sponsored">ProCook (£14)</a></p>
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<p><strong>Best kitchen scales</strong></p><p><strong>Pros:</strong></p><ul><li>Add-and-weigh function</li><li>No ml/fl oz unit option</li><li>Conversion charts on surface</li><li>Battery included</li></ul><p><strong>Cons:</strong></p><ul><li>Only available in grey</li></ul><p><strong>Star rating: 5/5</strong></p><p>It’s hard to find fault in these practical yet sleek scales from ProCook. They weigh in imperial, metric and liquid measurements, have a tempered glass top that’s easy to keep clean, and feature a raft of conversion charts on the surface – meaning you don’t have to stop cooking to look up gas marks in Celsius or what a cup equates to.</p><p>Slim and compact for storage, in testing, they weighed the maximum capacity of 5kg/11lbs plus a little extra, and registered weight at as little as 2g.</p><p>While the screen doesn’t light up while in use, a large display makes it easy to read the measurements, while the touch controls were responsive, so we could add and weigh without issue.</p><p>An included battery is a thoughtful touch at this price point, plus none of the packaging was plastic. In an ideal world they’d be available in more than just grey, which felt drab compared to some of the other scales we tested.</p><p><strong>Available from:</strong></p><ul><li><a href="https://procookltd.sjv.io/c/1236178/994203/13039?subId1=bbcgoodfood-333881&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.procook.co.uk%2Fproduct%2Fprocook-glass-digital-scales-conversion-table-2" target="_blank" rel="sponsored">ProCook (£14)</a></li></ul>
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<h3 id="oxo-good-grips-stainless-steel-kitchen-scales-d8bb9bf9">OXO Good Grips stainless-steel kitchen scales</h3><p>Available from <a href="https://www.amazon.co.uk/OXO-Grips-Stainless-Pull-Out-Display/dp/B079D9B82W?tag=bbc00-21&ascsubtag=bbcgoodfood-333881" target="_blank" rel="sponsored">Amazon (£48.74)</a></p>
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<p><strong>Best digital kitchen scales</strong></p><p><strong>Pros:</strong></p><ul><li>Batteries includes</li><li>Useful pull-out feature</li><li>Clear display screen</li><li>Stable on countertop</li></ul><p><strong>Cons:</strong></p><ul><li>No ml/fl oz unit option</li></ul><p><strong>Star rating: 5/5</strong></p><p>These sleek and attractive kitchen scales from OXO Good Grips look like a standard pair of scales. But they feature a unique pull-out display that’s brilliant for when you’re weighing something that is larger than the scales themselves.</p><p>These scales weigh in grams and pounds only, with a maximum capacity of 5kg/11lbs, though, when tested, these offer a little extra weight, too.</p><p>The screen is large and brightly lit. We liked the useful battery-like symbol that shows how close to the maximum weight you are. The scales are responsive and quick to register the weight. They’re also able to register a single gram weight, something that very few of the other models on this list were able to do.</p><p>The one thing we felt these scales were missing was a liquid measurement setting, but, otherwise, we couldn’t fault this kit from OXO Good Grips.</p><p><strong>Available from:</strong></p><ul><li><a href="https://www.amazon.co.uk/OXO-Grips-Stainless-Pull-Out-Display/dp/B079D9B82W?tag=bbc00-21&ascsubtag=bbcgoodfood-333881" target="_blank" rel="sponsored">Amazon (£48.74)</a></li></ul>
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<h3 id="salter-stainless-steel-dual-platform-scale-e43d551d">Salter Stainless Steel Dual Platform Scale </h3><p>Available from <a href="https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?id=489797&clickref=bbcgoodfood-333881&awinmid=32559&p=https%3A%2F%2Fsalter.com%2Fproducts%2Fdual-platform-scale.html" target="_blank" rel="sponsored">Salter (£19.99)</a></p>
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<p><strong>Best kitchen scales for affordability</strong></p><p><strong>Pros:</strong></p><ul><li>Great value for money</li><li>2-in-1</li><li>Stainless steel</li><li>Can measure in tiny amounts from 0.2g</li><li>Measures in KG</li><li>Minimal packaging</li></ul><p><strong>Cons:</strong></p><ul><li>Some dirt traps</li></ul><p><strong>Star rating: 4.5/5</strong></p><p>The Salter Stainless Steel Dual Platform Scale is different from the rest as it’s an extremely precise double scale. Yes, this means it’s perfect for busy kitchens as you can use it to weigh two lots of ingredients at one time.</p><p>The larger platform is perfect for weighing big quantities, and the smaller can be used to weigh tiny amounts, from 0.2g. Other than this, our favourite thing about it has to be its design – a stainless steel platform that’s easy to clean, not to mention slim, so it’s also simple to store away.</p><p>There are six different measurement options, including kilograms, and in testing, it weighed way above its maximum capacity of 5kg – we noted that it reached 5.199kg on its largest scale. On the smaller scale, it claims to reach up to 500g, but we noted a max weight of 550g. On the flip side, the smallest scale registered as little as 0.2g – impressive.</p>
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<p>With an easy-to-read and highly responsive screen that has four buttons to toggle through the measurements, this scale will even automatically switch off after inactivity. Batteries are included and already inside. Cleaning is simple – just a wipe-down with a cloth is needed. For the price, you really can’t go wrong.</p><p><strong>Available from:</strong></p><ul><li><a href="https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?id=489797&clickref=bbcgoodfood-333881&awinmid=32559&p=https%3A%2F%2Fsalter.com%2Fproducts%2Fdual-platform-scale.html" target="_blank" rel="sponsored">Salter (£19.99)</a></li></ul><h3 id="salter-british-bakes-digital-scale-c11d9510">Salter British Bakes Digital Scale</h3><p>Available from <a href="https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?id=489797&clickref=bbcgoodfood-333881&awinmid=32559&p=https%3A%2F%2Fsalter.com%2Fproducts%2Fbritish-bakes-digital-kitchen-scale-yellow.html" target="_blank" rel="sponsored">Salter (£19.99)</a></p>
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<p><strong>Best kitchen scales for design</strong></p><p><strong>Pros:</strong></p><ul><li>Fancy colour range</li><li>Affordable</li><li>Glass platform that’s easy to clean</li><li>Minimal packaging</li><li>Auto shut-off</li></ul><p><strong>Cons:</strong></p><ul><li>Doesn’t display weight in KG</li><li>Struggles to show super small weights, only from 2g</li></ul><p><strong>Star rating: 4.5/5</strong></p><p>This scale boasts the same features as the Salter Expert Digital Scale below, with design being the only difference between the two models. It comes in your choice of five fun colourways, including bright yellow, baby pink, bright red, deep blue and pastel green.</p><p>This is especially great for bakers, as this way you can match your scales to your kitchen decor and even leave them out on display.</p><p>Feature-wise, there are five measurement options to choose from, and its glass platform makes it simple to clean. As with the Expert scales from Salter, while testing this set, we noted the same maximum weight – 10,999g – and the same minimum recorded weight of 2g.</p><p>They might be basic, but they do get the job done – just know that you won’t be able to use them for extremely minimal measurements.</p>
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<p>With two touch buttons and a backlit LCD screen that’s easy to read, these lightweight scales are simple to store if you do want them hidden away – but we think they’re too pretty for that. While in use, if not used for some time, the screen will dim and eventually, the scales will turn themselves off to prevent wasting battery life.</p><p><strong>Available from:</strong></p><ul><li><a href="https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?id=489797&clickref=bbcgoodfood-333881&awinmid=32559&p=https%3A%2F%2Fsalter.com%2Fproducts%2Fbritish-bakes-digital-kitchen-scale-yellow.html" target="_blank" rel="sponsored">Salter (£19.99)</a></li></ul><h3 id="smeg-kitchen-scales-860e8ea2">Smeg kitchen scales</h3><p>Available from <a href="https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?id=489797&clickref=bbcgoodfood-333881&awinmid=74372&p=https%3A%2F%2Fshop.smeguk.com%2FKSC01BLMWW" target="_blank" rel="sponsored">Smeg (£129.95)</a></p>
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<p><strong>Best rechargeable kitchen scales</strong></p><p><strong>Pros:</strong></p><ul><li>Attractive</li><li>Available in three colours</li><li>USB-chargeable</li><li>Removable dishwasher-safe bowl</li></ul><p><strong>Cons:</strong></p><ul><li>Expensive</li><li>Large footprint</li></ul><p><strong>Star rating: 4.5/5</strong></p><p>If you’re a fan of Smeg’s 50s aesthetic and you’re happy to fork out on a set of scales over £100, these are a winning choice. Most kitchen scales sit hidden in storage when they’re not in use, but this set deserves to be on display – they have a polished stainless-steel base and bowl with a matte exterior available in green, black or white, and we fell in love with them from the off.</p><p>As well as a USB-powered rechargeable battery, the scales have a removable 1.8-litre bowl that’s dishwasher-safe, and the LED screen is brightly backlit with options for grams, millilitres, fluid ounces, pounds and ounces. They can measure from 1g to 5kg, and in test we found them accurate and quick to respond.</p><p>There are some drawbacks, like the size and high price tag, but if you have the budget, this set is worth the investment.</p><p><strong>Available from:</strong></p><ul><li><a href="https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?id=489797&clickref=bbcgoodfood-333881&awinmid=74372&p=https%3A%2F%2Fshop.smeguk.com%2FKSC01BLMWW" target="_blank" rel="sponsored">Smeg (£129.95)</a></li></ul>
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<h3 id="salter-expert-digital-scale-a61f181e">Salter Expert Digital Scale</h3><p>Available from <a href="https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?id=489797&clickref=bbcgoodfood-333881&awinmid=32559&p=https%3A%2F%2Fsalter.com%2Fproducts%2Fexpert-digital-kitchen-scale-black-waterproof.html" target="_blank" rel="sponsored">Salter (£19.99)</a></p>
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<p><strong>Best basic kitchen scales</strong></p><p><strong>Pros:</strong></p><ul><li>Affordable</li><li>Glass platform that’s easy to clean</li><li>Minimal packaging</li><li>Auto shut-off</li></ul><p><strong>Cons:</strong></p><ul><li>Only comes in black</li><li>Does not display weight in KG</li><li>Struggles to show super small weights, only from 2g</li></ul><p><strong>Star rating: 4.5/5</strong></p><p>Basic but brilliant, Salter’s Expert Digital Scale offers all of the features needed to weigh basic ingredients. It’s the perfect kitchen scale for someone who requires something that’s not too confusing and easy to read.</p><p>With a glass platform and the option of five measurements – grams, ounces, pounds and ounces, millilitres, and fluid ounces – its black design might look boring, but it’s very simple to navigate and not to mention easy to clean.</p><p>In testing, we noted a maximum weight of 10,999g and a minimum response was recorded at 2g. If you know you’ll need to weigh tiny amounts of ingredients, then this scale might not be the best for you.</p>
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<p>Featuring a small, backlit LCD screen with two touch buttons, the scales will automatically shut off after inactivity, but before that, the screen will slightly dim to save energy. The scale is easy to store and nice and lightweight, so it would be ideal for anyone who is less able and needs something easy to reach and not too heavy to grab from their kitchen cupboard.</p><p><strong>Available from:</strong></p><ul><li><a href="https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?id=489797&clickref=bbcgoodfood-333881&awinmid=32559&p=https%3A%2F%2Fsalter.com%2Fproducts%2Fexpert-digital-kitchen-scale-black-waterproof.html" target="_blank" rel="sponsored">Salter (£19.99)</a></li></ul><h3 id="salter-aquatronic-digital-kitchen-scale-93d7be8a">Salter Aquatronic digital kitchen scale</h3><p>Available from <a href="https://www.amazon.co.uk/Salter-Digital-Kitchen-Scales-Black/dp/B07H8T6VMP/?tag=bbc00-21&ascsubtag=bbcgoodfood-333881" target="_blank" rel="sponsored">Amazon (£14.99)</a></p>
<img src="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/30/2025/01/Salter-Aquatronic-digital-kitchen-scale-bcc6173.jpg" width="1920" height="1080" alt="Salter Aquatronic digital kitchen scale" title="Salter Aquatronic digital kitchen scale" />
<p><strong>Best Salter kitchen scales</strong></p><p><strong>Pros: </strong></p><ul><li>Weighs liquids in ml or fl.oz</li><li>Slimline design</li><li>LCD display</li></ul><p><strong>Cons:</strong></p><ul><li>Simple design</li></ul><p><strong>Star rating: 4.5/5</strong></p><p>If a stylish design matters less to you than functionality, Salter’s Aquatronic digital kitchen scale makes a pretty good value buy. Keenly priced, it offers what a busy cook needs: weighing in metric and imperial measurements, and the same for liquids, as well as a large, clear display (sadly not backlit), slimline design for storage and has its battery included. </p><p>It’ll register a minimum of 2g, and happily weigh up to 5kg and a little beyond that. While it can sometimes flick back and forward a little between grams, on the whole, we found it to be responsive and accurate. Plus, its packaging is plastic-free and there’s a 15-year guarantee. </p><p>The only thing we didn’t like was the silver band that ran across the black plastic casing – in an attempt to jazz up its looks, its makers may have created a slight dirt trap for flour and other debris.</p><p><strong>Available from:</strong></p><ul><li><a href="https://www.amazon.co.uk/Salter-Digital-Kitchen-Scales-Black/dp/B07H8T6VMP/?tag=bbc00-21&ascsubtag=bbcgoodfood-333881" target="_blank" rel="sponsored">Amazon (£14.99)</a></li></ul>
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<h3 id="bodum-bistro-barista-digital-scales-f802af16">Bodum Bistro Barista digital scales</h3><p>Available from <a href="https://www.nordicnest.com/brands/bodum/bistro-kitchen-scale-13×157-cm/" target="_blank" rel="sponsored noopener noreferrer">Nordic Nest (£34.79)</a></p>
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<p><strong>Best kitchen scales for coffee</strong></p><p><strong>Pros: </strong></p><ul><li>Integrated timer</li><li>Accurate to one tenth of a gram</li><li>Silicone pad protects against spillage and scratches</li></ul><p><strong>Cons: </strong></p><ul><li>Batteries not included</li><li>Needs very firm presses of buttons</li><li>No ml/fl oz unit option</li></ul><p><strong>Star rating: 4.5/5</strong></p><p>The increase of an interest in pour-over coffee and to-the-gram perfection means that no self-respecting wannabe barista is without a set of precision scales. So it’s no surprise that Bodum’s Bistro Barista digital scales are exacting, measuring tiny amounts as little as 1g in tests.</p><p>Fortunately, they offer larger amounts too – up to 5kg – although that was the maximum we could add and no more. The scales feel quite solid and premium, thanks to a removable silicone pad on the platform and silicone feet to keep them stable on the worktop, plus are easy to keep clean. </p><p> There are a few downsides to be aware of though. First is that while they offer imperial measurements, you’ll have to switch it to that using a button underneath the scales, and the buttons on top aren’t terribly responsive. They also don’t come with the trio of AAA batteries required to power them.</p><p>Given the price, you might expect this and there’s only a two-year guarantee, which feels skimpy compared to similarly priced products. This means they’re probably more suited to occasional use and smaller amounts rather than withstanding everyday usage.</p><p><strong>Available from:</strong></p><ul><li><a href="https://www.nordicnest.com/brands/bodum/bistro-kitchen-scale-13×157-cm/" target="_blank" rel="sponsored noopener noreferrer">Nordic Nest (£34.79)</a></li></ul>
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<h3 id="ooni-dual-platform-digital-scales-f20e3fa7">Ooni Dual Platform Digital Scales</h3><p>Available from <a href="https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?id=489797&clickref=bbcgoodfood-333881&awinmid=77076&p=https%3A%2F%2Fuk.ooni.com%2Fproducts%2Fooni-dual-platform-digital-scales" target="_blank" rel="sponsored">Ooni (£50)</a></p>
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<p><strong>Best kitchen scales for baking</strong></p><p><strong>Pros:</strong></p><ul><li>Two sets of scales</li><li>Easy to use</li><li>Very precise</li><li>Batteries included</li><li>Well-placed screen</li><li>Small scale cover doubles as a bowl</li></ul><p><strong>Cons:</strong></p><ul><li>Difficult to clean</li><li>Sometimes slow to register</li></ul><p><strong>Star rating: 4.5/5</strong></p><p>From popular pizza oven brand Ooni, comes the Dual Platform digital scales. It’s no real surprise that Ooni would create its own kitchen scales, particularly as these ones are geared towards making dough. Uniquely, this pair of scales has two weighing platforms: one for large amounts, e.g. flour and water, with a maximum capacity of 10kg, and one smaller scale ideal for weighing yeast, up to 200g.</p><p>We liked the placement of the display screen which makes use of the space beneath the small scales. It also meant we were able to see the screen, even when a large pan or bowl was placed on the larger scale. We did, however, have two minor gripes with these scales. We found them a little slow to register the weight and the larger scale only began registering weight when two grams was placed on top.</p><p>But these offer real versatility that you’re not going to find on any of the other models on this list. And the 10kg weighing capacity is a real plus, too.</p><p><strong>Available from:</strong></p><ul><li><a href="https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?id=489797&clickref=bbcgoodfood-333881&awinmid=77076&p=https%3A%2F%2Fuk.ooni.com%2Fproducts%2Fooni-dual-platform-digital-scales" target="_blank" rel="sponsored">Ooni (£50)</a></li></ul>
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<h3 id="beurer-ks-25-kitchen-scale-301c49cc">Beurer KS 25 kitchen scale</h3><p>Available from <a href="https://www.amazon.co.uk/Beurer-Kitchen-Scales-Illuminated-Display/dp/B005GVENOW?th=1&tag=bbc00-21&ascsubtag=bbcgoodfood-333881" target="_blank" rel="sponsored">Amazon (£24)</a></p>
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<p><strong>Best kitchen scales with bowl</strong></p><p><strong>Pros:</strong></p><ul><li>1.2-litre bowl</li><li>Extra-large display</li><li>Overload indicator</li><li>Batteries included</li></ul><p><strong>Cons: </strong></p><ul><li>Only measures up to 3kg</li><li>No ml/fl oz unit option</li></ul><p><strong>Star rating: 4/5</strong></p><p>While the packaging of the Beurer KS 25 Kitchen scale is no friend to the environment – it was the only one in our tests to arrive protected by foam blocks – what the scales themselves offer is much better.</p><p>Most notably, this is an extra-large, backlit display with 2.2cm digits, perfect for those who may struggle to make out the numbers or symbols on digital scales when cooking.</p><p>That at-a-glance convenience, plus large buttons and its own bowl, which is a rarity for sets of digital scales, meant we felt this was one of the easiest to use in our round-up. It was simple to change from imperial to metric, registered as little as 2g, and weighed up to 3kg though not much beyond that.</p><p>We also liked that there were no obvious dirt traps in the design and that tare function was responsive – although the backlight had a tendency to dim while we were trying to measure a specific weight. The only other drawback was that they don’t measure liquids.</p><p><strong>Available from:</strong></p><ul><li><a href="https://www.amazon.co.uk/Beurer-Kitchen-Scales-Illuminated-Display/dp/B005GVENOW?th=1&tag=bbc00-21&ascsubtag=bbcgoodfood-333881" target="_blank" rel="sponsored">Amazon (£24)</a></li></ul>
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<h3 id="salter-timeless-mechanical-kitchen-scale-3ae519da">Salter Timeless mechanical kitchen scale</h3><p>Available from <a href="https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?id=489797&clickref=bbcgoodfood-333881&awinmid=32559&p=https%3A%2F%2Fsalter.com%2Fproducts%2Ftimeless-mechanical-kitchen-scale.html" target="_blank" rel="sponsored">Salter (from £17.99)</a></p>
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<p><strong>Best mechanical kitchen scales</strong></p><p><strong>Pros: </strong></p><ul><li>Dishwasher-safe 1-litre bowl</li><li>No batteries required</li><li>Stylish on display</li></ul><p><strong>Cons:</strong></p><ul><li>Can need readjustment to stay accurate</li><li>Not as easy to use as digital scales</li><li>Some initial assembly required</li></ul><p><strong>Star rating: 4/5</strong></p><p>There are plenty of plus points to traditional scales – no batteries required, no recharging and they look lovely on display. Salter’s Timeless mechanical kitchen scale ticks every one of these boxes, plus our sample was finished in a subtle sage green that oozed country charm. </p><p>We like that the carbon-steel scales come with their own stainless-steel bowl and that they feel like a good-quality pair, yet aren’t too heavy. And while their maximum weight was 5kg, once the needle whizzed round past it, we could go a bit further without an error message. However, what the scales lack is fine accuracy – the increments are only 25g/1oz, meaning that it’s hard to measure out 10g, for example. </p><p>There is also some assembly required initially with a tiny screwdriver for the bowl support, which we weren’t expecting, and the scales have a few seams, which could become dirt traps. In addition, we found that after weighing a few different items, the needle needed a tiny readjustment back to zero.</p><p><strong>Available from:</strong></p><ul><li><a href="https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?id=489797&clickref=bbcgoodfood-333881&awinmid=32559&p=https%3A%2F%2Fsalter.com%2Fproducts%2Ftimeless-mechanical-kitchen-scale.html" target="_blank" rel="sponsored">Salter (from £17.99)</a></li></ul>
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<hr><h3 id="good-food-in-partnership-with-tower-kitchen-scales-386f722c">Good Food in partnership with Tower kitchen scales</h3><p>Available from <a href="https://www.amazon.co.uk/GF876009-partnership-Tower-Rechargeable-Stainless/dp/B0DLL377M7?ref_=ast_sto_dp&th=1&tag=bbc00-21&ascsubtag=bbcgoodfood-333881" target="_blank" rel="sponsored">Amazon (£43.20)</a>, <a href="https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=20823&awinaffid=489797&clickref=GFBrandedKitchenScaleHB13022025&ued=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.towerhousewares.co.uk%2Fscales%2Fgood-food-electronic-kitchen-scale" target="_blank" rel="sponsored noopener noreferrer">Tower (£49.99) – save 30% with code GOODFOOD30</a></p>
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<p>The Good Food Digital kitchen scale – in partnership with Tower – takes the effort out of everyday cooking and baking. With voice command functionality, a generous 15kg capacity and precise 1g increments, it’s ideal for accurate, hands-free measuring. The stainless steel platform is easy to clean, while the bright LED display makes readings clear. USB rechargeable and user-friendly, it’s a sleek and reliable kitchen essential.</p><p><strong>Available from:</strong></p><ul><li><a href="https://www.amazon.co.uk/GF876009-partnership-Tower-Rechargeable-Stainless/dp/B0DLL377M7?ref_=ast_sto_dp&th=1&tag=bbc00-21&ascsubtag=bbcgoodfood-333881" target="_blank" rel="sponsored">Amazon (£43.20)</a></li><li><a href="https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=20823&awinaffid=489797&clickref=GFBrandedKitchenScaleHB13022025&ued=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.towerhousewares.co.uk%2Fscales%2Fgood-food-electronic-kitchen-scale" target="_blank" rel="sponsored noopener noreferrer">Tower (£49.99) – save 30% with code GOODFOOD30</a></li></ul><hr><h3 id="other-kitchen-scales-weve-tested-d93231bb"><strong>Other kitchen scales we’ve tested</strong></h3><ul><li>Salter Arc Electronic scale, <strong><a href="https://prf.hn/click/camref:1100l5d88n/pubref:bbcgoodfood-333881/%5Bp_id:1100l436987%5D/destination:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.dunelm.com%2Fproduct%2Fsalter-arc-electronic-kitchen-scales-1000016370" target="_blank" rel="sponsored">£8</a></strong></li><li>ProCook Premium Digital scales, <strong><a href="https://procookltd.sjv.io/c/1236178/994203/13039?subId1=bbcgoodfood-333881&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.procook.co.uk%2Fproduct%2Fprocook-premium-digital-scales-stainless-steel" target="_blank" rel="sponsored">£19</a></strong></li><li>Zwilling Enfinigy Digital kitchen scale, <strong><a href="https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?id=489797&clickref=bbcgoodfood-333881&awinmid=34687&p=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.zwilling.com%2Fuk%2Fzwilling-enfinigy-digital-kitchen-scale-black-53011-053-0%2F53011-053-0.html" target="_blank" rel="sponsored">£39.95</a></strong></li><li>Joseph Joseph SwitchScale Kitchen Scales, <strong><a href="https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?id=489797&clickref=bbcgoodfood-333881&awinmid=30663&p=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.josephjoseph.com%2Fproducts%2Fswitch-scale-grey" target="_blank" rel="sponsored">£60</a></strong></li><li>Beurer KS 36 Precision kitchen scales, <strong><a href="https://www.amazon.co.uk/Beurer-KS36-Precision-Kitchen-Scales/dp/B003N2ALXI?tag=bbc00-21&ascsubtag=bbcgoodfood-333881" target="_blank" rel="sponsored">£35.89</a></strong></li></ul><h2 id="how-to-choose-kitchen-scales-fd2c7b2b"><a id="HOWTOCHOOSE"></a>How to choose kitchen scales</h2><p><strong>Storage</strong><br>When choosing a pair of kitchen scales, the first thing to consider is how often you’re going to use them. If you only bake or cook occasionally, look for a pair that can easily be popped in a drawer or cupboard when not in use. If they’re more of an everyday item, storage is less of an issue, so you may want to choose a hard-wearing pair of scales with a metal casing or their own bowl.</p><p><strong>Minimum/maximum weight</strong><br>Next, think about what you’re most likely to use them for. If it’s everyday cooking, a pair that can weigh up to three to five kilograms should suffice. But if you’re a batch cook or baker, scales that weigh up to 10 kilograms might be more suitable.</p><p><strong>Digital vs analogue</strong><br>Finally, if you enjoy trying more adventurous dishes or will use your scales often, consider digital scales over an analogue pair. That’s because they usually have the ability to go back to zero after a bowl or plate is placed on top.</p><p>One by one, you can add ingredients, press ‘zero’ (some buttons show this as the ‘tare’ function) and then a new reading will appear for the additional element. This ‘continuous weighing’ is faster and saves on washing-up when it’s a chaotic bake-off or complicated recipe.</p><h2 id="do-i-need-liquid-measurement-settings-on-my-kitchen-scales-3b08ff08"><a id="NEED"></a>Do I need liquid measurement settings on my kitchen scales?</h2><p>It’s not an essential but a nice to have. One millilitre of water weighs one gram and the same is broadly true for other liquids like milk, wine and stock. This means switching your scales between grams and millilitres doesn’t change when they’re measuring. UK fluid ounces are also close enough to ounces by weight to be used interchangeably in most recipes. However, US fluid ounces are different, so they won’t match as neatly.</p><h2 id="can-kitchen-scales-weigh-liquids-accurately-e41d59fa"><a id="ACCURATELY"></a>Can kitchen scales weigh liquids accurately?</h2><p>Yes, particularly when you’re weighing water-based liquids. Oil and other liquids have different densities, so the same volume won’t always weigh exactly the same. In home cooking though, the difference is negligible. If you’re adding a little oil to bread dough or weighing out a sauce, your kitchen scales should give an accurate enough measurement.</p><h3 id="related-reviews-b2fca1e0">Related reviews</h3><p><a href="/review/best-kitchen-scissors-to-buy">Best kitchen scissors</a><br><a href="/review/best-kitchen-sieves">Best kitchen sieves</a><br><a href="/review/best-kitchen-essentials">Best kitchen essentials</a><br><a href="/review/best-measuring-spoons">Best measuring spoons</a><br><a href="/review/best-measuring-cups">Best measuring cups</a><br><a href="/review/best-butter-dishes">Best butter dishes</a><br><a href="/review/best-cake-storage-tins">Best cake storage tins</a><br><a href="/howto/guide/baking-equipment">Best baking essentials</a><br><a href="/review/best-flour-sifters">Best flour sifters</a></p><h3 id="appliance-deals-8cc27520">Appliance deals</h3><p><a href="/news-trends/air-fryer-deals">Air fryer deals</a><br><a href="/review/microwave-deals">Microwave deals</a><br><a href="/review/dishwasher-deals">Dishwasher deals</a><br><a href="/review/pizza-oven-deals" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Pizza oven deals</a></p><p><em>Do you have digital scales you couldn’t live without? 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