The best kitchen scales

• The best kitchen scales feature easy-to-read displays, accurate measurements, readings in an array of units, and are easy to clean.
• The Etekcity Digital Kitchen Scale Multifunction Food Scale tops our list because it has all of the above features, along with a helpful measuring bowl, a timer, and user-friendly buttons.

A reliable scale is an indispensable kitchen tool. As recipes call for many different measurements, most kitchen scales are able to give readouts in ounces, grams, pounds, and kilograms. And, for those following certain diets, accurate kitchen scales are a must for portioning out meals.

Each of the scales that made our list has a track record for accuracy, reliability, and durability. But, whether a specific model is right for you will depend on how you plan to use it.

For instance, if you plan on measuring ingredients for baking, you will want a scale that gives you instant measurement readings. Otherwise, you will likely become exasperated as you pause for readings while pouring your ingredients onto the scale.

However, keep in mind that small weighing platforms are not ideal for large mixing bowls or other bigger items. Large items may make it hard to read the display, or the scale might return inaccurate weights due to awkward weight distributions.

We researched a wide range of kitchen scales looking at the experiences and ratings of hundreds of users and several experts. We decided on our top picks based on consistent, reliable performance, as well as accurate measurements and affordability.

• Best overall: Etekcity Digital Kitchen Scale Multifunction Food Scale
• Best for matching your decor: Ozeri Pronto Digital Kitchen Scale
• Best on a budget: AmazonBasics Digital Kitchen Scale
• Best for heavy things: OXO Good Grips Food Scale

Updated by Emily Hochberg on 6/2/2020. Updated prices, links, and formatting.