Customer Reviews

Amco Advanced Performance Measuring Spoons

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I bought these because of the feel and look. However, they are functional as well. The curved end allows you to place them on a counter without spilling their contents. They are very sturdy and accurate too. The price was the same as other ones I looked at that were not as sturdy or nice.

I also purchased the measuring cups that match these. They were a bit pricey and I usually don't buy matching sets, but the quality and looks sold me.

I research a lot of my kitchen tools before buying, but measuring cups and spoons are just not that special enough to nitpick over functionality. Buy these because they are high quality and good looking.

The following review was written on Apirl 30, 2009, but for some reaons Amazon broke the link between the product and the review, and was unable to link them back. Because many people find the original review helpful, it is reposted here. Hope it will be helpful to you as it was helpful to them:

The AMCO Advanced measuring cups and spoons are great. They are made with high quality thick 18/10 stainless steel. The steel is more than 1 mm thick, so they are heavy and sturdy. Each cup or spoon is made from a single-piece steel (no weld nor seam), so it is very easy to clean - a simply wipe will do. The size/volume markings are engraved into the metal, so they will not fade. I have uploaded a picture of a 1-cup for customer image. These tools should last you a lifetime.

Comparing to typical measuring cups, these cups are shorter and wider, which allow them to balance nicely on a flat surface. The ends of the spoon handles are bended downward, so the spoons can sit nicely on a flat surface. This comes handy from time to time, more so for cooking than baking - in my experience.

I feel there is a need to address some of the negative reviews here. While I agree with many of them, I do not experience some of the more detrimental ones.

I find my cups and spoons to be reasonably accurate. I used a graduating cylinder to measure the 1 cup because its filled weight exceeds the limit of the analytical balance. For the 1 cup which should equal to 236mL, I measured a volume of ~222mL. This is a -6% deviation. For the rest of the cups and spoons, I filled them with water and poured the water into a container for weight measurement. The weight is then converted back to volume via "1 gram of water = 1 mL of water". (These measurements were acquired from an analytical scale in a laboratory. These analytical scales are routinely calibrated and are more accurate than the typical kitchen scales.)

For the ½ cup (118mL), I measured a volume of 111.5mL (a -6% deviation).
For the 1/3 cup (79mL), I measured 84.8mL (+7%).
For the ¼ cup (59mL), I measured 61.8mL (+5%).
For the 1 tablespoon (15 mL), I measured 14.0mL (-7%).
For the 1 teaspoon (5mL), I measured three times and the averaged volume is 4.7mL (-6%).
For the ½ teaspoon (2.5mL), I measured 2.5mL (0%).
For the ¼ teaspoon (1.25mL), I measured 1.4mL (+12%).
Specifically, the 1 teaspoon measurement was repeated three times. The individual results were: 5.2mL, 4.5mL, and 4.3mL. This illustrates the variability introduced by a user -- human error. These cups and spoons appear to be adequate for ~10% accuracy.

I find the cups and spoons have smooth surface, and did not find any rough edge or surface as mentioned by other reviewers.

Now I will confirm some of the negative reviews. Yes, these cups and spoons are heavier than any I have seen. They are about 2-3 times heavier. Due to the fact that the cups are wider, you may also have difficulty to get them into containers with small opening. This is especially so for the 1-cup, which is 3-7/8 inches wide (I have upload a customer picture of it). Because the cups are shorter and wider, the potential for measurement error is higher. Imagine you have a tall bottle and a flat bowl. If you are 1 cm off from filling up the tall bottle, the relative error will be minor. However, if you are 1 cm off from filling up the flat bowl, the relative error will be large. Since these cups are about ½ the height of other cups, the potential human error is about 2-fold higher. One may say, these cups and spoons are technically accurate, but the potential human error is magnified.

*Update on Jun 26, 2010* Everything is working fine. Nothing is broken.

Got the Amco advanced performance cups and had to have the spoons to go with them. Same nice heavy smooth feel. Once piece design. Could live with my old ones but I'm much happier with these.

These will be the last ones I will ever need as they are that well made. I love the weight and look of them. I usually hang my spoons on the side of the fridge on magnetic hooks but these are so heavy the hooks won't hold them so I have had to buy stronger hooks. ;-D

I have never felt so balanced and refreshed after using any other measuring spoon. Superlative measuring accuracy as well.

These measuring spoons are really nice. They are much heavier than I ever expected and I love the way they will sit level on the counter. They come on a metal ring which is easily opened and closed so you can take spoons off and put them on again. I really think these spoons will last a very long time. The bowl of the spoons may be a little bit of a challenge when measuring out of small jars, but I wouldn't let that stand in the way of buying them.

With their serious heft, these compliment vintage cast iron and multiclad cookware. These aren't dainty little spoons that you almost have to worry might bend under running water. There is no useless plastic or rubber on the handles. They stack well and they are easy to store. As with all good tools, as long as you take care of them they will likely take care of you for a lifetime.

I was looking for a durable and high quality measuring spoon set. THESE ARE EXCELLENT! They seem very strong but not big or bulky. Would definitely purchase these again for myself or as a gift.

sturdy, well made and good looking
use these spoons every couple of days and am pleased each time
highly recommend

These spoons are lovely... High quality, nice heavy feel... And I love how they stand up when you set them down so your spices stay on the spoon. Great addition to your kitchen tools collection!