The 10 Best Spring Scales
Special Honors
Detecto Hanging Every serious chef needs one of these hanging in their kitchen. The red knife-blade pointer moves quickly and accurately, and the entire face is vivid enough to be read from across the room. detecto.com
Shimpo FGE Series Professionals should consider this model, as it comes with a carrying case and several attachments, making it both versatile and easily portable. Its reversible display and dual-printed keypad give you plenty of options in terms of mounting as well. shimpo-direct.com
Chatillon & Sons Mechanical Made of steel and cast iron, this model is certainly heavy-duty enough to last for years. It measures up to 100 pounds in single-pound increments. chatillon-scales.com
Editor's Notes
June 20, 2019:
The Modern Step Crane earned our top spot due to its large capacity, clear and easy-to-use display, and durable construction. That said, it's likely going to be overkill for many uses (unless you catch really big fish). We believe the Rapala Tube is nearly as good, and it should be your go-to for smaller applications.
If you only plan to measure fish with your scale, the Booms Fishing TS1 is difficult to beat. Its shape makes it possible to use it one-handed, and it's small enough to stash in your tackle box. It's a somewhat specialized tool, though, which is why we couldn't rank it higher.
The Sciencent Economy pack is perfect for teachers, as it's both inexpensive and easy for students to use. The scales are not intended to measure heavy objects, though, which limits their usefulness outside the classroom.