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Whats your favorite kitchen scale for weight out meat/fish/pastry. Looking for something long lasting thats not too large.
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]This is the one that sits on my counter for daily use https://myweigh.com/product/ibalance-i2600/. It goes through batteries moderately quickly so I use it with an AC adapter but otherwise I have zero complaints. I also have an older but more retro-futuristic looking Swiss Soehnle. It has a slightly larger footprint, is battery powered (long life), about twice the maximum capacity of the iBalance 2600, but only within about 2gm absolute accuracy. I rarely get out the Soehnle save for larger projects when I need to weigh more than five pounds of an ingredient.
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My Weigh KD-8000 Kitchen And Craft Digital Scale


I've been using the kd8000 in my kitchens for about 10 years. Measures down to the gram and up to 8kg (17 lb.),
Takes 3 AA's or plugs in, you can set it to automatically shut off or not, has switches to turn on/off back light and beeps.
Measures in;
bakers %
Lb. Example 1.75 lb.
Lb. Oz. Example 1 lb 12 oz.
Oz. Example 28 oz.
Gr. Example 1250 gr.
Kg. Example 1.250 kg.
Will go to negatives if you are measuring by removing from a container.


Downsides are that it's a little bulkier and less aesthetically pleasing than others.
Batteries last for months in a restaurant kitchen (backlight on)
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I have always used the Escali Primo. They take a licking and keep on ticking. Even had one fo through the dish pit and it came out the other end still breathing.

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ATK recommends the OXO model and i got one. Uses AAA batteries and works really well. best part is the readout panel can slide out for those larger bowls etc that would normally hide the display.
https://www.amazon.com/OXO-Stainless-Pu ... B000WJMTNA
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I have the KD-8000 as well. I've also found that I seem to be replacing batteries on it more often than I would expect. I forgot it came with an AC adapter. Maybe I'll fish that out.

I've had problems with Oxo scales. I had 2 break on me (the LED panel started showing only partial digits). They replaced the first grudgingly and basically said if it happened again, I was on my own. It happened on the 2nd scale even more quickly than the first one. I've had the My Weigh for 5 years now and no complaints (other than the batteries).
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I’ve used the Oxo in both a home and professional setting... I like it for its build quality, size and clean-ability but I wouldn’t recommend it if you’re trying to weighs things under 10-15 grams. Otherwise it’s a great buy
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STPepper9 wrote: Sun Nov 17, 2019 10:28 am My Weigh KD-8000 Kitchen And Craft Digital Scale


I've been using the kd8000 in my kitchens for about 10 years. Measures down to the gram and up to 8kg (17 lb.),
Takes 3 AA's or plugs in, you can set it to automatically shut off or not, has switches to turn on/off back light and beeps.
Measures in;
bakers %
Lb. Example 1.75 lb.
Lb. Oz. Example 1 lb 12 oz.
Oz. Example 28 oz.
Gr. Example 1250 gr.
Kg. Example 1.250 kg.
Will go to negatives if you are measuring by removing from a container.


Downsides are that it's a little bulkier and less aesthetically pleasing than others.
Batteries last for months in a restaurant kitchen (backlight on)
I was eyeing tbis guy up. Got the one with the plug since my station is right next to an outlet. Appreciate it everyone
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I have been through cheap ones at $10-15 for 11 lbs capacity. They break or chew through batteries. I hate when devices use button batteries when AA will do. I have been using the oxo scale for a while. AA batteries, removable SS weighing pan, and remote screen/dock. Typical oxo quality and you buy it again.
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Been using this one for 6 years and it's still going strong, I think I've changed the batteries once. I have weights in 50gm and 100gm and check it's accuracy now and then and it's always dead on. You don't have to spend a fortune to get a good kitchen scale.

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Bob Z wrote: Sun Nov 17, 2019 2:34 pm ATK recommends the OXO model and i got one. Uses AAA batteries and works really well. best part is the readout panel can slide out for those larger bowls etc that would normally hide the display.
https://www.amazon.com/OXO-Stainless-Pu ... B000WJMTNA
A hearty +1
Well built and the batteries let a long time. Love the pull out front for large items.
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Add another to the list. The OXO works well for us too.
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Kamenstein is my favorite. Battery life is very good. Cleans up easy. Very good display.

I do love the read out on the OXO.

I've used the glass tops and not a fan. I feel like l'm gonna break it.
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Bensbites wrote: Mon Nov 18, 2019 7:26 am I have been through cheap ones at $10-15 for 11 lbs capacity. They break or chew through batteries. I hate when devices use button batteries when AA will do. I have been using the oxo scale for a while. AA batteries, removable SS weighing pan, and remote screen/dock. Typical oxo quality and you buy it again.
I must have got lucky then because my $9 scale from walmart has lasted me four years so far and I have only changed the batteries once. I use it 2-3 times a day. :) Pretty sure it is a mainstays brand.
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