How to choose the right scales

In the world of tobacco, scales turn out to be an essential accessory. They make it possible to know how much tobacco or aromatic herbs are being used, and so to keep better track of your consumption. They are also useful for preparing a pouch to take away on a trip or on holiday. Here is our advice on choosing the right scales for your needs.

Accuracy and capacity come first

The most accurate scales are those intended for jewellery. They can weigh to the nearest hundredth of a gram. Depending on what you have to weigh, this ultra-precise type of scales may well be the one to go for.

Weighing capacity, on the other hand, rarely needs to be very high in the world of tobacco. That is why small scales with a low capacity but high accuracy are ideal.

Which types of scales do smokers use most?

The smallest are known as pocket scales. As the name suggests, they are easy to carry around. They generally weigh small quantities, but with faultless accuracy. Digital and battery-powered, their capacity rarely exceeds 600 grams, as with the Quantum Delta scales. This type of product is attractively priced, since it suits smaller budgets.

Kitchen scales are among the most widespread. They are used to weigh ingredients when following recipes, but can also weigh tobacco or aromatic herbs when needed. They are larger, however, so they are not easy to carry, and their accuracy varies quite a bit from one model to another. They can handle a heavier load, often up to 5 or even 10 kilos at most. More and more models are now digital or electronic, such as the Mini KL-168 digital scales. Kitchen scales remain within reach of most budgets, but cost more than pocket scales.