We arrived at these five weighing machines based on a set of criteria. Functionality was important and the appliances we chose had to have a capacity over 10 pounds. Accuracy and ease of use were others and appearance was also factored in. Two of the best tell tale signs of a good deal were also included which were user recommendations and general popularity in the market.
Inevifit Digital Kitchen Scale
It will weigh up to 13 pounds (6 kilograms) and measures in increments of an 0.05 ounce or 1 gram. The display is a large back lit LCD and the appliance is easy to clean
What impresses us is this product is very popular in the market, and an impressive 96% of those who use it are satisfied with their purchase. It is also backed up with a 5 year manufacturer's warranty which is very good in this market.
Taylor Stainless Steel Analog Kitchen Scale
We couldn't resist this set of scales because of its retro good looks and simple functionality. It is also very popular in the market and people who use it really like it because 92% say they are happy with it. With a user rating above 90% this appliance provides the goods.
It has a capacity of 11 pounds and goes up in 1 ounce increments, and 50 gram increments. It is made of stainless steel and comes with the option of a black or red pointer. It is easily calibrated.
Best Bakers Math Kitchen Scale
This appliance has a big capacity at 17.5 pounds (8 kgs) and has four additional weight measuring options including a percentages function.
It is easy to clean and has a built in hinged "Gunk Shield" to ease the cleaning for times when there is a bit of a mess.
OXO Good Grips Stainless Steel Food Scale
Has large digital numbers with an optional back lit function. A running total meter tells you how much of the 11 pound capacity remains.
One helpful feature is that the display can be pulled out so that large plates or bowls don't obscure the display.
This model was very popular in the market and 88% of users were happy with their purchase - a great result.
EatSmart Precision Elite Digital Kitchen Scale
It has a Tare function so that each ingredient it weighs can be measured and to save battery life it has a three minute cut off for inactivity.
This weighing machine has a 100% Eatsmart Guarantee.
It has the healthy combination of being very popular in the market coupled with an impressive 94% user satisfaction rating.