Eat Smart ESKS-10 Precision Elite Digital Kitchen Scale - 15 lb. Capacity, UltraBright Display and Stainless Steel Platform

The reason for owning any scale is to be able to measure weight and to do so with ACCURACY. An inaccurate scale is about as useless as an inaccurate watch (i.e., a watch that runs but cannot keep the correct time). This scale has proven exceptional in meeting the standard of accuracy. I purchased this scale in April 2015 and after 2 years of use I checked its accuracy with a 2 kilogram calibration weight. With the calibration weight on the scale the display showed 2.001 KG. That is an accuracy of 1 part in 2000 - an accuracy of 0.05 percent (1/20th of 1 percent). In evaluating scales, it is important for the buyer to understand the difference between ACCURACY and PRECISION. PRECISION refers to the scale's ability to show a DIFFERENCE between two readings. Typically, this is seen in how many digits can be displayed. You should never confuse the number of digits displayed with the scale's accuracy. Potentially, you could own a scale with lots of digits (high precision) but horrible accuracy. For example, you could own a scale that displays to 4 places (as this scale does) but would have displayed the calibration weight at 2.735 KG. Thus, the number of digits is not an indication of accuracy. Accuracy refers to the ability of the scale to provide a true reading of weight. A scale that is accurate to only 3 places (regardless of the number of digits shown) is better than a scale that displays to 4 or 5 places but is accurate only to the second digit. Based on my observation of how this scale performs and its exceptional accuracy, I would give it my highest recommendation.

This seems like the all-around best fit for casual home baking. Just one gripe, listed below.What I like:• Option to measure in grams (why I replaced the scale I already had)• Large capacity• If turned off while set to grams/ounces, etc., it will turn on with the same grams/ounces selection• Times out after 3 minutes, but the timeout resets back to 3 minutes every time the weight changes• Large, easy to read display• Standard, AAA batteries• Nice size, easy to wipe cleanMy disappointment:• Though accurate, it only measures in full grams, so it's very easy to overshoot. If I get to 5 grams (on my way to 6) and then add a pinch at a time, the scale will sometimes sit at 5 and then jump to 7. Sometimes I can take some that ingredient out and hit my desired weight, but if I'm taring weights into a single bowl and I'm on the 4th ingredient, and it's a small amount or I'm adding something like honey to other liquids, that's not always possible.

The EatSmart Precision scale I purchased in August 2014 lasted for four years. It was simple to use and reliable, so I purchased this second one in February 2019. I installed the batteries it came with, but it showed "Lo" instead of measurements or wouldn't light up at all.I put fresh batteries (4 AAA) but they drained within a day. After several sets of wasted batteries, I contacted the company by email.They replied right away with an apology and instructions to reset the scale. It worked! It's only been five days, so I will update if I have problems again. But I've been checking each day to see if the batteries are okay. (Update: June 5, 2019-still working.) So if you are having this problem, try resetting it before giving up. I'll copy and paste their instructions:Please follow the reset procedure below which normally alleviates any error or issues associated with our scales.Remove the battery from the scale.Set the scale on a hard, flat surface without the battery in place.Apply a small amount of pressure on the scale surface for approximately 10- 15 seconds (still without the battery or power source)Carefully replace the battery without pressing any buttons or activating the scale.Set the scale back on the hard, flat surface with the battery in place.Use the scale to weigh an itemUpdate: July 15, 2019 - The scale wouldn't go on and had to be reset, then batteries were replaced with new ones. It's working, but I'm removing a star and not recommending this scale any more.

I purchased this as a replacement to my old Taylor digital scale. I've gotten much more into nutrition and being able to easily change units, among other things, is what sold me on this scale.The scale is on the large side with huge digits. The back light is very effective the scale easy to read. I regularly use large plates on it when prepping food and can easily read the display. It's easy to re-zero after adding ingredients. The units are easily changed with the left button. The scale also remembers your preference and will turn on with your last setting. The scale can read in grams, decimal pounds, and pounds/ounces.I checked it with my calibration weights. Using 500g, the readout was within 1g across the center and four corners. This means that even if you put what you're weighing a bit off-center, you'll still get an accurate reading.Other than being possibly too big for some people's liking, I'm quite happy with it. It's well-built and the price is great. The metal weighing surface is a nice touch, although it's not removable for cleaning. If you tend to make large messes during use of your scale, it may be better to purchase one with a removable top.At the $35 I paid, I consider it a five-star product. The only thing I'd change is to have the top be removable for cleaning.

Muy práctica y buena.

Good but reaaly unfriendly packaging by Amazon.