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I've been using the Etekcity Digital Kitchen Scale (11 lb / 5 kg capacity, 304 stainless steel, medium size) every day for over 5 months, mainly for baking, portion control for meal prep, keto tracking, and general cooking, and it's become one of the most reliable tools in my kitchen drawer.
This compact scale features a sleek stainless steel platform, backlit LCD display, tare function, multiple units (g, oz, lb:oz, ml for milk/water, fl'oz for milk/water), and precise 1 g / 0.05 oz increments.
Key things that stand out:
- High accuracy & consistency – Measures down to 1 g reliably, which is perfect for baking (flour, yeast, spices) where small differences matter, or meal prep (weighing proteins, veggies, nuts for macros). It never drifts or gives inconsistent readings even after months of daily use.
- Tare function works flawlessly – Place a bowl, tare to zero, add ingredients – super easy for multi-step recipes or tracking net weight without math.
- Multiple units & versatility – Switching between grams/ounces is quick, and the ml/fl'oz for liquids (milk/water) is handy for recipes without a measuring cup. Great for keto/low-carb (precise carb counting) or weight loss portioning.
- Durable stainless steel platform – 304 food-grade steel is sturdy, resists scratches/stains, and wipes clean in seconds (just a damp cloth). No plastic taste or odor transfer. Compact size (7.3 x 5.7 x 0.6 inches) fits in drawers easily and doesn't take up counter space.
- User-friendly features – Backlit LCD is bright and readable even in low light, auto-off after 2 minutes saves battery (runs on 2 included AAA batteries that last months), and the whole thing feels solid without being bulky.
A few honest cons:
- Minimum weight ~2 g – Very light items (under 2 g) won't register accurately – fine for most cooking but not ideal for tiny spice amounts or jewelry.
- No on/off button – Turns on when you press tare or add weight; auto-off is convenient but some prefer a manual power button.
- Display can be sensitive to angle – Viewing from extreme angles makes numbers harder to read, but normal kitchen use is fine.
- Batteries included but replace carefully – As noted, don't mix old/new batteries; I've had no issues after swapping with fresh ones.
How it compares:
- Vs. cheaper no-name scales: Etekcity is far more accurate and consistent; many generics drift or have poor tare response.
- Vs. OXO Good Grips or Escali: Similar precision and tare, but Etekcity often costs less while matching performance and adding ml units for liquids.
- Vs. larger commercial scales: This is compact and sufficient for home use; bigger ones are overkill unless you cook in bulk daily.
My results: Perfect for Egyptian home cooking (weighing rice, flour for bread/baking, exact meat portions), keto meal prep (tracking grams of fat/protein), and consistent baking results. No calibration needed after months, platform stays clean, and batteries last forever with moderate use. It's sped up my cooking and helped with portion accuracy noticeably.
Overall: 9/10. Highly recommend if you need an accurate, compact, easy-to-clean digital kitchen scale for baking, cooking, meal prep, weight loss, or keto. The stainless steel build, precise 1 g increments, tare function, and multiple units make it a staple – great value and reliable performance for everyday kitchen use.