Blog Categories and Topics
Get feedsRecent Posts by Category
Get Productopia in your inbox!
ConsumerSearch on Facebook
By Sarah Burns on March 19, 2010 in
Cooking enthusiasts aside, kitchen scales can also be a boon to dieters and health conscious consumers, since these appliances can quickly portion foods. Additionally, experts say kitchen scales are more accurate than other measuring methods like the "dip and sweep" technique many of us use, which can be off by as much as 10 percent.
The most popular kitchen scales possess a tare function -- a feature that allows users to evaluate ingredients without having to mentally subtract the weight of the container. Automatic shut-off, grams-to-ounces switches (for cooks who go back-and-forth during baking) and nutritional calculators (which provide the calories and other dietary information of foods) are also prevalent.
Scales with large readout screens are a wise move for those who want increased visibility, as are units with seamless buttons. While seamed buttons are frequently used, the crevices around these areas often become clogged with powder or liquid ingredients over time, sabotaging accuracy. Size should also be a consideration. Experts suggest slim, easy-to-store kitchen scales with wide platforms (at least six inches in diameter) to accommodate most plates and bowls. To learn more, check out our updated report on kitchen scales.
