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Smart Weigh Digital Heavy Duty Shipping and Postal Scale with Durable Stainless Steel Large Platform 440 Pound Capacity x 6 oz Readability UPS USPS Post Office Postal Scale and Luggage Scale
Last Updated: November 28, 2020 (Refresh Now)
7.5
SCORE
/10
Total Reviews
998
Old Reviews
255
Unverified
15
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USB
170.1 grams
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Review Analysis - 728 recent, verified reviews
Detailed Mode
Accuracy
83scale, accuracy, easy to use, inaccurate, weight
+69%
-31%
" ... Very accurate and perfect for measuring oversize boxes :) ... "
" ... I think this scale is more accurate above 2#. ... "
" ... Checked weight with calibrated weight and reads accurate. ... "
" ... I will never have anything weighing up to 440# on this scale, but it gives me a reading per lb/oz, is very accurate and so much easier to read than placing a box on my smaller scale and trying to see the weight - all but impossible. ... "
" ... It’s accurate and durable. ... "
" ... I volunteer at a Spay and Neuter clinic and this will work great for weighting the animals for accurate dosage. ... "
" ... This is the second one I've had of these, and they're very accurate even down to 4 pounds or a little less. ... "
" ... easy to use, accurate ... "
Product Reliability
72months, working, stopped working, month, 6 months
+22%
-78%
" ... Never worked right from day one ... "
" ... there is so much garbage being produced these days. ... "
" ... I purchased this item new from BetterBasics (via Amazon of course) in June 2018, so I've had this scale for about 11 months. ... Thus, right from the start, the electronics were functioning incorrectly. ... "
" ... Quit working after 6 months. ... "
" ... Worked once and now nothing. ... "
" ... Item worked great until it magically stopped working right outside the return window. ... "
" ... Scale stopped working just after return policy ... "
" ... It stopped working in October 2019. ... It's just dead. ... "
Ease of Use
71accurate, easy to read, use and read, use, scale
+99%
-1%
" ... Some easy to use and read and convert units of weights. ... "
" ... Small, light, accurate, and easy to use! ... "
" ... Easy to use and needs accurate. ... "
" ... Ease of use ... "
" ... Easy to use, and small enough to store. ... "
" ... It is easy to transport and easy to use. ... "
" ... Easy to set up and use. ... Clear instructions but honestly it’s easy to set up without reading instructions. ... I like it because it’s easy to use but I still don’t know how long can last. ... "
" ... Unbelievably easy to use and very quick if you’re shipping lots. ... "
Size
51weigh, packages, weighing, scale, pound
+75%
-25%
" ... Perfect for any size box! ... "
" ... Perfect for my small business ... "
" ... Excellent heavy-weight scale for the price. ... "
" ... It can carry a large weight and has a slim profile. ... "
" ... For the portability, ease of use, and overall durability, when you treat it right, it is a great scale. ... "
" ... It has already gotten a lot of use, weighing meats and such. ... "
" ... They are both over 100lbs, but will possibly reach double that weight. ... "
" ... All-in-all, a very handy tool that I also weigh myself with. ... "
Weight Tracking
43scale, accurate, pounds, packages, weighing
+74%
-26%
" ... It's easy to read and seems to be accurate in weight. ... "
" ... This is a great little scale! ... "
" ... if all you want to measure is pounds, you're good to go with this scale. ... "
" ... Great scale for weighing packages. ... "
" ... I weighed a bunch of packages around the 70lb mark and it stood up to the weight for such a light scale. ... "
" ... It is attractive to look at, has a nice large base with separate readout that is easy to read and weighs things very accurately. ... "
" ... Checked weight with calibrated weight and reads accurate. ... "
" ... Bought this to get an accurate on our equipment to maintain weight and balance. ... "
Battery Life
43batteries, scale, brand new, 9v batteries, 9v
+16%
-84%
" ... It chows 9V batteries even when not in use and is inaccurate in its readings. ... "
" ... we changed the battery we thought it could be battery issue. ... "
" ... The battery contacts are flimsy and the product doesn't hold a charge. ... You will find yourself replacing the nine volt battery over and over again. ... "
" ... Battery only last 3 days. ... I turn off scale when not in use and the battery still has to be chaged every three days. ... "
" ... I liked the product the first couple of days of use - then I noticed my brand new 9 Volt battery would die. ... If I left the battery in for more than a day or two, it would be dead. ... "
" ... The reason for this is that apparently the scale drains the battery even when the device is turned off. ... I've already had to replace two batteries and have used it a total of 6 times. ... "
" ... I replaced the battery, but still it would not turn on. ... What I did notice was that the brand-new 9V battery would get very hot very quickly, and there was also a slight smell of burning plastic coming from inside the LCD display, where the battery/electronic components are housed. ... "
" ... I thought it was the battery but definitely not. ... "
Price
42money, scale, waste of money, waste, worth the price
+67%
-33%
" ... I ship a lot of boxes and this scale has actually saved me money. ... "
" ... Best bang for your buck ... "
" ... And a bargain. ... "
" ... Great scale for the money ... "
" ... Good bvbang for the buck! ... "
" ... Overall a great skill especially for the price. ... "
" ... This product is a great buy and worth the money! ... "
" ... This thing is the best scale for the cost I have ever bought. ... "
Marketplace
29shipping, ebay, seller, described, thank
+83%
-17%
" ... Scales are as described. ... "
" ... Fair price & quick shipping. ... "
" ... This was brilliant when I had to ship boxes overseas. ... "
" ... Same as Described ... "
" ... Great product and shipper! ... "
" ... Prompt delivery as promised. ... Product is as described. ... "
" ... Great for postage on boxes. ... "
" ... their mailbox was full - no wonder ! ... "
Weight
27scale, weighed, weigh, subtract, paperweight
+44%
-56%
" ... If you are looking for something that weighs light weight items at or below 5 ounces you are looking at the wrong scale. ... "
" ... Then the weight became very inaccurate for even the heavier weights. ... "
" ... I only had it for less than two months and like I said only used it five times and it stopped reading weight over 25 lb. ... "
" ... Doesn't work for anything under a pound in weight. ... "
" ... will not read weight under 5oz ... "
" ... So inconsistent when it comes to weight. ... "
" ... It s impossible to weight these kind of suitcases with this ... "
" ... It doesn’t even register light weight items. ... "
Returns
26returned, refund, item, unfortunately, trash
-100%
" ... At this point I cant return it . ... "
" ... I WISH I COULD RETURN IT! ... "
" ... Returned for a refund after a week. ... "
" ... I returned the first one. ... "
" ... Into the trash. ... "
" ... We returned and exchanged it for a second. ... "
" ... This item is totally trash. ... "
" ... It's too late for a refund so I'm stuck with it and have to buy another. ... "
Display Clarity
26read, scale, large, digital, screen
+73%
-27%
" ... The display is not mounted on the scale, so it can be placed where you need it for easy reading. ... "
" ... I make large shipments for my online store sometimes and I needed a scale with a removeable display and this one fit the bill!. ... "
" ... Display is easy to read. ... Display being set in a different spot so the whole box can fit is amazing. ... "
" ... That is what drove me to look for an affordable alternative with a large platform and separate readout screen, which lead me to this scale!!! ... "
" ... It hasn’t been a problem yet but I could see this happening and I’d you’re working in the garage, the display could break. ... "
" ... This product is exactly what was described, my only input would be to add back lighting for the digital screen. ... "
" ... The display is easy to use and read. ... "
" ... Better than LCD on the platform. ... "
Build Quality
23sturdy, weighing, weighed, stopped working, scales
+70%
-30%
" ... Sturdy and a nice large, steel surface. ... "
" ... It's durable and can withstand a beating. ... "
" ... This scale makes it real easy to find out the shipping weight. ... "
" ... We have dropped it and had something hit the scale but it never quit or had bad weights. ... "
" ... We broke one and they replaced it no questions asked ... "
" ... The idea of this is rock solid. ... "
" ... The unit is sturdy. ... "
" ... came with blue coating on the stainless surface, to prevent shipping scratches. ... "
Storage
19weigh, tare, take up much, room, oz
+84%
-16%
" ... Amazing price on something that can weigh items from small to very heavy. ... "
" ... Compact for storage. ... "
" ... It's accurate and takes up very little space. ... "
" ... It is super easy to use ( not technologically challenging at all) weighs perfectly and holds very small to very large packages- even suitcases. ... "
" ... Small enough that it stores away nicely, and doesn't take up much room. ... "
" ... It's perfect for heavy items, but not really good at all for lightweight items. ... "
" ... The scales work as they should nice and compact for the counter space we have. ... "
" ... It doesn't take up much room and would be easy to store away if needed. ... "
Delivery
16shipping, packages, box, weigh, received
+75%
-25%
" ... Did I mention fast delivery? ... "
" ... Prompt delivery as promised. ... "
" ... Other than that the price was right, as usual amazon DELIVERED right on time. ... "
" ... Ready to use right out of the box. ... "
" ... Just what needed for shipping packages ... "
" ... Shipping was great, the packaging kept it safe and it was well packed. ... "
" ... Good product descriptions and quick delivery . ... "
" ... Quick delivery, good price ... "
Cables
12scale, readout, display, coiled cord, battery
+67%
-33%
" ... I like that when you put a box on it you can still read it’s weight, due to the 4 foot cord. ... "
" ... readout is attached by cord and makes for easy reading of weight . ... "
" ... Would have preferred maybe a 3 or 4 for cable that you can wrap up, but I may complain about that too . ... "
" ... The separate cord and screen have helped a lot with shipping larger boxes! ... "
" ... The coiled cord from the monitor to the scale is invaluable on larger packages. ... "
" ... But the seller sent me the missing cord, so I am very happy now! ... "
" ... The coiled cord does cause it to pull off ofTables that is sitting on some times. ... "
For Travel
10scale, luggage, weight, boxes, packages
+90%
-10%
" ... It is very good to scale my travel luggage. ... "
" ... will use this all the time frequently traveling ... "
" ... This scale has been exactly right for 6 trips so far, and no piece of luggage or box we packed has been over weight. ... "
" ... I use it for pre-packing suitcases and boxes we transport via commercial flights, and the weight displayed on the scale is very close to the scales at the airline check-in counter, say, within 0.25 kilos of those scales -- and that avoids a lot of hassles. ... "
" ... Probably one of the best machines to have especially if you travel overseas. ... "
" ... I will be using the scale to weigh my luggage for future travels, shipping packages, and to weigh myself. ... "
" ... Their quality control person must be on vacation. ... "
" ... Now I can measure out packages weight and have them picked up from my home instead of making the trip to the post office ... "
Capacity
8bathroom, take up much, small, scale, room
+88%
-13%
" ... It doesn't take up much room and would be easy to store away if needed. ... "
" ... This is great for larger packages, I just put it on the floor. ... "
" ... It’s pretty much replaced all the skills in my house. ... "
" ... It works so much better than our bathroom scale. ... "
" ... Small enough that it stores away nicely, and doesn't take up much room. ... "
" ... Can use in bathroom or shop ... "
" ... This product is very useful at home everyone likes it. ... "
Product As Described
7product, advertised, exactly
+100%
" ... Product as described. ... "
" ... Product is as described. ... "
" ... Exactly as stated. ... "
" ... Did as advertised ... "
" ... Works as advertised ... "
" ... Scales are as described. ... "
" ... Same as Described ... "
Ports
7power, cord, plug, know, comes
+57%
-43%
" ... It does come with a wired USB power cord that I connect to my laptop. ... "
" ... Product is fine I just didn't know that it has to plug into your computer. ... "
" ... I like this scale but didn’t know have to be connected to usb in order to power on, no big deal I can do that but will be more easy if have a power cord! ... "
" ... 9 volt battery or USB adapter powered. ... "
Comfort
7pressure, lighter, lb, hands, stopped
+29%
-71%
" ... I had to put extreme pressure on it to work and it was inaccurate. ... "
" ... It worked as design for a short period of time, then the number started jumping all over place. ... "
" ... I only had it for less than two months and like I said only used it five times and it stopped reading weight over 25 lb. ... "
" ... This became a pain as it wears on the connector which was starting to split. ... "
" ... I would turn it off as soon as I read the weight, so it was only on 10 seconds at a time, and I probably only got 20 uses before the battery was dead. ... "
Charging
7wall, usb cord, usb, scale, plug
+14%
-86%
" ... This is very frustrating as the scale is useless when you have small light products and packages that you need to weigh for shipping charges. ... "
" ... Is broken after 3 months, the battery part provides no power and the cord plug will barely ever turn on. ... "
" ... The first one we bought would only operate via the usb plug, but not by battery. ... "
" ... I got this to weigh R 134 A charging capacity and it doesn't read less than a Pound. ... "
" ... Replaced batteries and tried plugging it in to the PC, but it is as dead as dead can be. ... "
" ... Eventually I discovered the scale would only operate with both a battery and being plugged into an electrical wall outlet using the provided USB cord and my personal wall adapter. ... "
Setup
6clear, setup, set, easy to use, easy to set
+50%
-50%
" ... Terrible product instructions are not clear ... "
" ... THEY DON'T STAND BEHIND THEIR SALES! ... "
Controls
6tare, work, use, readout, panel
+33%
-67%
" ... Turning it off and on, removing the batteries, and pushing the tare button did nothing. ... "
" ... The monitor screen was bent out of the box and unable to use the buttons consistently. ... "
" ... I tried contacting the company on their website, but the send button does not work when trying to contact them. ... "
" ... At the end, only "Tare" sign and digits "25", "75" and "100" appears when you push any button. ... "
Software Platform
6video, support, shows, html5, code
-100%
" ... Your browser does not support HTML5 video. ... "
" ... but we are waiting from a response from the manufacturer who may be on the other side of the planet reading this on google translate. ... "
" ... Me encanto, es para pesar las cajas de envíos a nuestros país para así no excedernos del peso.! ... "
" ... Is anyone else getting this error message when they first plug it in/push the power button? ... "
" ... Your browser does not support HTML5 video. ... "
Overall performance
6well, sturdy, quality
+83%
-17%
" ... Price and performance were just right. ... "
" ... Did the job well ... "
" ... it does its job great product ... "
" ... Very sturdy and reliable. ... "
Features
6light, feature, allows, use, put
+67%
-33%
" ... I really like the TARE feature, which allows me to put an empty bin/carrier on and then put the animal in the bin to get the correct weight without having to do the math myself. ... "
" ... The tare feature allows me to zero out my HomeDepot bucket and then pour in the exact amount for my spreader. ... "
" ... I liked the features it had reason I purchased it. ... "
Defective Delivery
5defective, scale, product, damaged, unit
-100%
" ... I was disappointed though that it came to me with such a defect. ... "
" ... Damaged on the side just the way I received it ... "
" ... I can only hope that I received an isolated defective version of this product. ... "
" ... Received a defective scale. ... "
" ... I bought this unit based on the overall good reviews, but it seems that I received a defective product. ... "
Device Compatibility
5turn, know, usb, product, power
+40%
-60%
" ... I compared with my existing scale and I constantly found it wrong. ... "
" ... The scale worked once and now refuses to turn on. ... "
Design
5measurements, look, design, love, accurate
+100%
" ... This one is very practical and minimalist. ... "
Pedometer
4accurate, step, inaccurate, 1
+25%
-75%
" ... When I step on this scale it says I’m 115 lbs. ... "
" ... That one motivated me to try out another scale from them but this particular scale was very inaccurate. ... "
" ... Walked away came back and it was off. ... "
Remote
4readout, read, large, easy
+100%
" ... No problem reading the output and with the remote readout it can stay out of the way even with a large package. ... "
" ... The remote display makes all the difference when I am weighing large items. ... "
" ... Good design, remote lcd is more easy to read. ... "
Food Items
4+100%
" ... I cook in very large batches therefore my recipe are by weight and this scale makes it amazing to make and can food so much easie. ... "
" ... Excellent for measuring small amounts such as seasonings in a recipes ... "
" ... I like to weigh some of my foods. ... "
" ... Meat pkgs too. ... "
Cleaning
4floor, battery
+75%
-25%
" ... Horribly off on accuracy, average reads close to 18% too high (on a clean concrete floor). ... "
" ... Looks nice and is easy to clean. ... "
" ... stainless steel looking clean and durable. ... "
Fit
4hold, would, tape, place, pieces
+50%
-50%
" ... Was supposed to hold 440lbs but one object that was 250 lbs and it bent to platform and broke the scale. ... "
" ... I use this for weighing out my pesticides for spraying, so I put everything back together and secured it with duct tape to make it workable because I couldn't wait for a replacement. ... "
User Manual
3manual
+33%
-67%
" ... The booklet is very difficult to read. ... "
" ... I've found User Manual on the web, but very poor Troubleshoot explanations there as well. ... "
Screen Protection
3light, plastic, display, cracked
-100%
" ... The screen doesn't even light up. ... "
" ... The screen doesn’t light up which makes it a bit hard to see ... "
USB
3power, scale, know, cord, also
+33%
-67%
" ... strange that the only connection on this is USB. ... "
" ... Also, don't trust the USB power. ... "
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Specifications
Body
Weight: 170.1 grams
Connectivity
USB: Yes