Retro Kitchen Scales in Cream

Electronic scales (also referred to as digital scales) are typically the most accurate kitchen scales available and provide a clear reading for ease of use. Smeg’s digital scales are accurate within one gram, and have a lowest reading of 1g.

Both digital scales and mechanical (traditional) scales have their own advantages, which we’ll look at to find out which is the better kitchen scale!

The advantages of digital scales include:

• More accurate, providing precise readings, which makes them an ideal choice for baking.
• They are easier to read, with the LCD screen display giving you the exact measurement
• They can easily switch between different measurement units, like grams, ounces, pounds, etc.
• Digital scales often come with a ‘tare’ function, which allows you to reset the current weight to zero, meaning you can mix multiple ingredients in the same container.

The advantages of mechanical scales include:

• They are always ready to use and don’t require batteries.
• They can be better for large weights, as some digital scales can’t handle heavy weights.
Digital scales are often the best choice for the modern kitchen due to their precision and tare capabilities. Traditional mechanical scales may be the better choice for those who prefer simplicity.

Digital scales offer the most accurate way to measure food. They provide more accurate measurements than mechanical scales, due to measuring in smaller increments and without the need for frequent calibration.
Additionally, the ‘tare’ function digital scales come with allows you to mix multiple ingredients in one bowl, providing more precise measurements.