Ever tried to halve a recipe and ended up with a lumpy cake, or relied on cups to get inconsistent cookies? In the kitchen small weight differences make a huge difference, and a good scale is the tool that fixes that. Whether you are baking for precision, tracking portions for a diet, or cutting food costs by avoiding waste, choosing the right scale matters. In this article I guide you through the best kitchen scales in the UK, tested for accuracy, ease of use and real world performance. You will find reliable picks for bakers, compact scales for small kitchens, heavy duty options for large batches and budget models that punch above their weight. I explain what to look for when buying, how we tested each model and practical tips to get the most from your scale. By the end you will know which scale suits your cooking and budget.
Best Kitchen Scales in UK
BOMATA Large Kitchen Scale
A compact stainless-steel kitchen scale built for precise measuring, the B613 aims to serve bakers and cooks who treat accuracy as non-negotiable. It combines a 5 kg capacity with 0.1 g resolution, a bright LCD, and a slim footprint that slips into a drawer when you’re short on counter space. The weighing platform is large enough for mixing bowls, and the control buttons sit on the front where they’re easy to reach and harder to knock on and off.
In everyday use the B613 feels responsive and steady. Tare works as you’d expect and the percentage function is genuinely useful for scaling dough formulas without grabbing a calculator. The stainless-steel surface is easy to wipe clean after flour dusting, and the included small calibration weight is a thoughtful touch if you like to check accuracy periodically. It’s noticeably more stable than older, cheap scales that jump around as you add ingredients.
There are a few trade-offs. The unit uses two AAA cells (included) and some users report a USB-recharge option on certain batches—this can be a little unclear when buying, so be prepared with spare cells or a cable if you rely on frequent use. The auto-off feature can interrupt long prep sessions; it’s a battery-saver but mildly annoying when you’re measuring several ingredients in quick succession. None of these problems are deal-breakers, but they’re worth knowing upfront.
If you bake regularly and want consistent results, the B613 sits comfortably in the mid-range: accurate, well-sized, and practical. Buy it for the precision and sensible layout; keep spare power handy and you’ll have a reliable, no-fuss scale that earns its place on a busy counter.
Check price from AmazonEtekcity 10kg Digital Kitchen Scales,
A rechargeable 10 kg stainless steel kitchen scale, the Etekcity EKS L221 suits cooks who need range more than ultra fine precision. It has a 10 kilogram capacity and 1 gram resolution, a clear LED readout, tare function, and a USB C rechargeable battery that makes swapping disposable cells unnecessary. The stainless steel platform is broad so bowls and large containers sit without crowding, and the surface wipes clean faster than plastic or glass.
Performance is stable for everyday cooking. I used it for meat portions, batter and meal prep and results were consistent within a gram. Compared with the B613 scale, which targets bakers with 0.1 gram increments up to 5 kg, this Etekcity trades precision for capacity. That trade makes sense if you weigh whole chickens, multiple loaves, or large batches. The rechargeable design is a convenience the B613 does not emphasize, and the IP style waterproofing gives extra tolerance for spills.
There are some practical caveats. A minority of users report intermittent drifting readings and surface rust after months of use. Treat these as trade offs you can reduce by drying the top promptly, avoiding submersion, and calibrating periodically with a known weight. For most home cooks who want a roomy, rechargeable scale for everyday and bulk tasks, the Etekcity offers good value. For micro precision baking stick with a 0.1 gram unit like the B613. It is a reliable everyday tool when used within its limits and is easy to live with in a busy kitchen.
Check price from AmazonSalter 1036 BKSSDR Digital Kitchen Scale –
A slim countertop scale measuring 18 x 16 x 2.1 cm, the Salter 1036 Olympus is built for everyday weighing where space and reliability matter. It offers a 5 kg capacity in a package that slips into a drawer and weighs just 650 g. The control layout is straightforward: a clear digital display, simple unit switching between grams, millilitres and ounces, and a tare function that makes adding and zeroing multiple ingredients quick. Salter includes a CR2032 battery and backs the unit with a reassuring 15‑year warranty, which is rare at this price point.
Practical more than precious, the 1036 sits between the ultra‑precise B613 and the high‑capacity Etekcity. Unlike the B613, which targets bakers with 0.1 g resolution, the Salter doesn’t promise lab‑grade fine increments but it does deliver fast, repeatable results for cooking, postage and small‑item selling. And whereas the Etekcity trades precision for a 10 kg load limit, the Salter’s 5 kg top end suits most kitchen and online‑seller needs while staying compact.
There are predictable trade‑offs. The weighing platform is small, so large mixing bowls can obscure the readout, and you won’t use this for heavy bulk batching. In practice these are manageable: use a smaller bowl, tare between additions, or place the bowl slightly forward so the numbers remain visible. Battery life is good and the display is readable in normal kitchen lighting conditions. For anyone after a reliable, no‑nonsense kitchen scale that won’t take much space, the Salter 1036 is a solid mid‑range choice.
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A large-LCD kitchen scale for home cooks and meal-preppers, the Drcowu K71H emphasizes visibility and capacity. Its tempered glass top and brushed ash-silver finish look smarter than plastic, and the 15 kg limit swallows big bowls, pans and bulk batches. With 1 g resolution it won’t match bakery-grade microweights, but the slim 2 cm profile and included AAA batteries make it usable right away.
The backlit LCD is genuinely helpful — numbers stay readable even with a bowl on the platform, and the front controls are responsive. Unit options include g/kg/oz/fl oz/ml; as others have noted the ml setting assumes water so expect small errors with milk or oil. Compared with the B613 (0.1 g resolution) this trades precision for headroom, while it out-capacities the Etekcity 10 kg and feels less fiddly than the compact Salter 1036.
There are trade-offs: the zinc-carbon AAA cells included won’t last as long as rechargeables, and the auto shut-off can interrupt long tasks. Bakers needing sub-gram dosing should stick with a 0.1 g model. For meal prep, portion control and diet tracking the K71H’s balance of capacity, a large display and easy-to-clean glass is sensible.
If you want an everyday scale that reads clearly from across the counter and handles family-sized weights, this is a strong mid-range choice; it’s less suited to precision pastry work. It sits with affordable kitchen scales and, compared with the B613 and Salter, offers more capacity for similar money. Practical cooks who value visibility and convenience will like it.
Check price from AmazonBeurer KS25 Digital Kitchen Scale
A compact glass kitchen scale with a dishwasher‑safe bowl, the Beurer KS25 is aimed at home cooks who want tidy cleanup and simple accuracy. It measures up to 3 kg, has a backlit display, tare function and comes with two AAA batteries and a removable bowl — practical touches you don’t always get on budget models. Unlike the B613, which chases 0.1 g precision to 5 kg, the KS25 trades micro‑precision and higher capacity for a smaller footprint and easier cleaning.
In use it feels light but responds consistently for everyday cooking tasks: portioning, baking ingredients, and dressings. The display is easy to read and unit switching and tare are straightforward (left button for units, right for tare/power), though some users report occasional failure to auto‑zero on switch‑on — a quick glance at the display before weighing avoids surprises. The included bowl is large enough for most mixing needs and survives the dishwasher, which beats many stainless platforms when it comes to cleanup.
Drawbacks are practical: 3 kg capacity limits bulk batching and the build sometimes feels cheap compared with the Salter 1036 or sturdier Etekcity models. Accuracy is perfectly adequate for everyday recipes but won’t satisfy precision‑minded bakers who prefer the B613’s finer resolution. For most kitchens the KS25 hits a useful sweet spot — compact size, easy maintenance, simple controls — and Beurer’s multi‑year warranty adds reassurance. Buy it if you value convenience and a dishwasher‑safe bowl; skip it if you need high capacity or laboratory‑level accuracy instead.
Check price from AmazonDual Platform Kitchen Scales
A dual-platform stainless-steel scale that pairs a 15 kg main bed with a 500 g precision pad, the letron K600 aims to do two jobs at once. It’s designed for cooks who switch between bulk baking and tiny, exacting measures — flour in a mixing bowl on the large platform and yeast or spices on the small one. The display sits to the side, easy to read with a full bowl in place, and the unit runs on two AAA batteries included so you can use it straight away.
In practice the K600 is thoughtfully laid out. Both platforms have independent tare functions and you can add the two readings with the equals key, which saves bouncing between scales. It covers grams, kilograms, pounds and fluid measures so international recipes aren’t a pain. Compared with the B613’s bakery-grade 0.1 g detail this isn’t as micro-precise on its main bed, but it beats single-purpose capacity scales like the Etekcity by pairing bulk capacity with a dedicated small-scale pad. It also feels sturdier and more versatile than the compact, dishwasher-friendly Beurer when you need real capacity.
There are trade-offs: resolution listed as 1 (gram) suggests the main platform won’t satisfy pastry pros who demand 0.1 g precision, and the unit is larger than slim drawer scales. For most home cooks the workaround is obvious — use the small platform for spices and the larger for bulk ingredients. Overall the K600 is a practical, well thought-out compromise that replaces two devices for many kitchens and makes recipe juggling simpler and faster.
Check price from AmazonCOSORI Smart Kitchen Scales
With a built‑in nutritional calculator and Bluetooth app, the COSORI Smart Kitchen Scale aims to help people track portions and macros without fuss. The stainless steel platform and large backlit display look solid, while the 5 kg capacity handles home tasks. Tare, quick unit switching and a responsive surface keep weighing efficient, and pairing the scale with the app is straightforward. Unlike the B613, which prioritises 0.1 g precision for bakers, COSORI swaps ultra‑fine accuracy for smart food logging; compared with the Beurer KS25 it provides far more nutritional insight.
The app’s food database and barcode scanner are the COSORI’s main selling points. Scanning packaged goods and building meals is quick, and the app totals calories and macros as you weigh ingredients — useful for meal prep and dieting. There’s a meal builder and a view so frequent combinations become presets. That said, fresh produce and homemade foods often need manual creation or saved presets. Measurement is still dependable for portions, though reviewers report reduced consistency under a few grams; if you need micro‑precision, the B613 remains the better choice.
Expect trade‑offs: app dependency, replaceable batteries rather than USB charging, and extra setup when items aren’t found in the database. The stainless surface cleans easily but isn’t dishwasher‑safe like the Beurer KS25’s removable tray. For those who want smart calorie logging and a tidy counter presence this is a solid mid‑range pick; if your priority is ultra‑fine precision or heavy‑duty capacity, look to the B613 or the Etekcity/letron K600 instead.
Check price from AmazonACCUWEIGHT 201 Digital Kitchen Scales
A slim tempered-glass scale that keeps a small counter footprint, the ACCUWEIGHT 201 is built for everyday cooks who want a tidy, no‑frills measuring tool. It measures up to 5 kg with a stated ±1 g accuracy, and the 20 x 16.5 cm platform fits most mixing bowls while slipping into a drawer when you’re short on space. The LCD is bright enough for most angles but feels shallow compared with the bolder display on the Etekcity; meanwhile it’s simpler than app‑centric models like the COSORI, which add connectivity rather than raw ease.
It handles basic tasks well: the tare function zeros bowls cleanly and the capacitive touch buttons are responsive. The tempered glass wipes down fast and looks sturdy, although the viewing angle can make small digits hard to read from low counters. If you need higher precision for baking the B613’s 0.1 g resolution is better; if you weigh large quantities often the Etekcity’s 10 kg capacity or the dual‑platform letron K600 make more sense. For daily portioning and recipe work, the ACCUWEIGHT hits the sweet spot between size and capability.
The trade-offs are clear and manageable. It runs on two AAA cells (easy to replace but not rechargeable) and occasionally defaults units — a quick press fixes this. For cooks who value simplicity, an attractive glass top, and a compact footprint, it’s a practical, budget‑minded pick. Serious bakers or bulk buyers should consider a more precise or higher‑capacity alternative. Recommended for everyday meal prep and portion control.
Check price from AmazonKitchenAid Digital Glass Top Kitchen Scale
A dual-platform glass-top scale aimed at cooks who want both a roomy main platform and a separate precision pad, the KitchenAid Digital Glass Top Kitchen Scale is compact but thoughtfully laid out. The overall footprint is small (roughly 25.9 × 21.2 × 5.3 cm) and it weighs 600 g, so it tucks into a drawer when not in use. It feels solid, includes a positive power button that avoids accidental touch activation, and still runs on common AAA batteries instead of a built‑in rechargeable cell.
It delivers a useful split personality: the larger surface handles bowls and plates while the smaller precision pad reads single‑digit grams up to a modest 500 g. In practice the small pad is reliably accurate and great for spices, coffee, and baking micro‑ingredients; the big platform sometimes skews by about a gram and can interfere with the small display when you use oversized containers. Cleaning takes a bit more attention than seamless steel models because flour and crumbs can nest around the two platforms and buttons.
Compared with dedicated precision scales like the B613 or an Escali Primo, KitchenAid sacrifices a touch of center‑to‑edge consistency for flexibility; it’s more versatile than the ACCUWEIGHT glass scale but lacks the app features of the COSORI or the high capacity of the Etekcity. For most home cooks who balance everyday portioning with occasional precise measuring it’s a practical mid‑range pick. Expect solid build and user‑friendly controls; if you need flawless 0.1 g precision or effortless waterproof cleaning, look elsewhere.
Check price from AmazonChargeable Digital Kitchen Food Scale
AIMILAR’s Chargeable Digital Kitchen Food Scale is built around two obvious selling points: a rechargeable USB‑C battery and a high 10.6 kg capacity tucked under a slim tempered‑glass top. At 22.3 x 16.3 x 1.8 cm it slips into a drawer when you need the space, yet the large LED readout and soft‑touch buttons make it feel like a countertop tool. Compared with the Etekcity 10 kg model, you get a similarly high capacity but a cooler glass finish instead of stainless steel. It’s also more modern than many cheap glass scales because the USB‑C cable and built‑in lithium polymer battery mean you’re not hunting for AAs every time.
In daily use the scale behaves like a solid all‑rounder. AIMILAR quotes +/-0.3% accuracy, which translates to reliable results for recipes and portioning; it won’t replace a lab balance or the ultra‑fine 0.1 g resolution of the B613 if you’re doing precision baking or micro‑weighing. Tare, multiple units and an auto‑off feature are all present and work as expected, much like the KitchenAid glass unit but with a simpler single‑platform layout. The tempered glass wipes clean easily and the non‑slip pads keep bowls steady — an improvement over some compact models such as the ACCUWEIGHT 201, which is a good value but less feature‑rich.
There are trade‑offs worth noting. The rechargeable battery is convenient, but the scale can arrive with little charge and the auto‑off can interrupt long prep unless you switch it on at the right moment — a quick charge on arrival and remembering to turn it off between uses fixes both. Tempered glass shows fingerprints and can be slippery for very small items, so use a small dish for crumbs or spices. All told, this AIMILAR unit is a practical, attractive middle ground: more capacious and better powered than the typical 5 kg glass scales, sleeker than a stainless model, and a sensible pick for home cooks who value convenience over lab‑grade precision.
Check price from AmazonRENPHO Kitchen Scales
At £15.99 the RENPHO Kitchen Scale is a slim, no-nonsense digital scale aimed at cooks who want reliable everyday measurements without spending much. It handles up to 5 kg with 1 g resolution, has a large, easy-to-read LCD, tare function, and supports grams, ounces, pounds and – on models with liquid mode – millilitres. The tempered-glass platform is hygienic and about the size you need for plates or bowls, the load-cell sensors give a typical accuracy of ±1 g when placed on a flat surface, and common conveniences like auto-off and a low-battery indicator keep it fuss-free. Some versions pair with an app for tracking portions, which is a neat bonus if you’re calorie-counting or like logging food.
Compared with the more precision-oriented B613 (0.1 g resolution), RENPHO trades fine granularity for a much lower price. If you bake with micro-gram ingredients or need lab-style precision, the B613 remains the better pick. While the Etekcity 10 kg scale is built for heavy-duty weighing and often offers rechargeable batteries, RENPHO focuses on household cooking and portability — lighter, thinner and easier to tuck away. Against the ACCUWEIGHT 201, which is a solid budget tempered-glass scale, RENPHO often adds a backlit display and app integration; and compared with the KitchenAid glass-top model, RENPHO doesn’t have the same dual-platform polish but it does undercut it on price and footprint.
There are trade-offs to accept. The 1 g resolution is fine for most recipes and portion control, but it won’t catch the tiny differences relevant to precision baking or lab work. Auto power-off can be annoying during long prep sessions if you forget to zero the scale, and battery models mean occasional replacement unless you pick a rechargeable RENPHO variant. To get the best accuracy, put the scale on a solid, level surface, avoid drafts, and tare with the container in place; for very small amounts of yeast or spices, weigh them together in a small container and subtract, or use a 0.1 g scale like the B613.
Overall, RENPHO gives a lot of useful kitchen features for the price and is a good match for home cooks who want consistent 1 g readings, app-friendly portion logging, and a slim footprint. It’s not the tool for ultra-precise bakers or heavy-duty weighing, but for most daily cooking, meal prep and weight-loss tracking it strikes a sensible balance between value and function.
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A compact, bowl-style kitchen scale with a 4.99 kg limit, the CAMRY mks1850 is aimed at cooks and dieters who want straightforward, no-nonsense measuring. It offers a removable bowl/plate for easy pouring, tare so you can layer ingredients, and an easy-to-read LCD that switches between grams and common liquid units (ml/fl oz). The scale is lightweight and portable, runs on two AAA batteries (included), and has auto shut-off to save power — simple features that make it useful for everyday meal prep and portion control.
Compared with the more precision-focused B613 (which boasts 0.1 g resolution), the CAMRY trades laboratory accuracy for practicality and value; expect reliable 1 g–level readings good enough for recipes and diet tracking but not for micro-weighing. It’s closer in intent to the ACCUWEIGHT 201 and the KitchenAid glass-top models that balance everyday versatility, though CAMRY’s fully plastic build is lighter and less elegant than tempered glass or stainless options. If you need big capacity or rechargeable convenience, the Etekcity 10 kg still beats it on bulk work, but CAMRY wins for small kitchens where storage and a built-in bowl matter.
There are a few real-world trade-offs to accept. The plastic surface will scuff over time, and the unit prefers a dry, wiped platform for best accuracy — small amounts can show minor variations, so use the tare and weigh slightly larger quantities when precision matters. Auto shut-off helps battery life but can interrupt long prep sessions; planning your workflow (weigh ingredients in batches or keep a spare battery) avoids irritation. The included zinc-carbon AAA cells get you started, though alkaline or rechargeable AAA will extend run time.
Overall, the mks1850 is a practical, affordable companion for anyone who cooks regularly and tracks portions. It’s not the choice for hyper-precise baking or heavy-duty kitchen tasks, but for day-to-day recipes, dieting, and quick batch measurements it’s a sensible pick—better-value and more portable than some glass models, and simpler to use than larger-capacity alternatives.
Check price from AmazonAmazon Basics Digital kitchen scales
A budget-friendly stainless-steel kitchen scale, the Amazon Basics EK3211 aims to give reliable weighing without fuss. It’s compact — about 21 x 18 x 3 cm — and rated to 11 pounds (roughly 5 kg), so it fits a drawer or a corner of the counter and handles most day-to-day cooking and baking tasks. The stainless surface feels solid under bowls, the tare function is immediate, and it switches between grams and millilitres for recipes that call for liquid measures. The display is clear and easy to read, though there’s no backlight and the unit runs on replaceable batteries rather than a rechargeable pack.
On accuracy this model punches above its price. In practical checks it handled small quantities cleanly down to around 2 g and stayed within about a gram at the low tens of grams — good enough for most home recipes and portioning. That said, it isn’t a lab instrument. If you need 0.1 g resolution for precision baking or coffee dosing, the B613’s 0.1 g capability is the better pick. Compared with the tempered-glass ACCUWEIGHT 201, the Amazon Basics feels tougher and less fussy, and it’s more precise than many bargain glass scales I’ve used.
Build and everyday use are where this scale makes the most sense. It’s light (around 380 g) but solid, with little flex under a bowl. Buttons are a bit clicky, and the lack of illumination can make tiny digits harder to read in dim light, but the overall experience is straightforward and dependable. If you routinely weigh large pans or bulk ingredients, the Etekcity 10 kg will give more headroom, and the KitchenAid glass-top model still wins on versatility with its dual-platform design.
For cooks who want an inexpensive, no-nonsense scale that lasts longer than the cheapest imports, the Amazon Basics EK3211 is a sensible choice. It balances sturdiness, useful features like tare and ml conversion, and accurate-enough readings for everyday cooking. Buy it for routine meal prep and baking; pick a higher-resolution or higher-capacity model only if your work demands finer precision or bigger loads.
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