Customer Reviews

Soehnle 66524 Futura Digital Food Scale, 11 Pounds Capacity

5 star:		(8)
4 star:		(3)
3 star:		(3)
2 star:		(1)
1 star:		(0)

 

 

It's a beautiful looking scale. I only wish that was easier to switch between lbs/ounces and grams. With my older digital scale (different brand) there was an easy to access button on the display panel. You simply pressed the button and the unit converted the weight. However, with this unit you have to take the back panel off, take a small screwdriver and move the calibration dial. Not so great if your not the only one that is going to use the scale.

I bought this scale back in Jan or Feb. I needed one and after looking around for a while found that I liked this one the best because of its easy to read decimile display- pounds on one side, ounces (down to the tenth) on the other side. The lb/k switch is located on the bottom side of the unit and I don't find it inconvient down there. This scale also has a auto shutoff feature that helps save your batteries but has never shut off while I'm in the middle of measuring. Because of previous complaints to that effect when I first got mine I timed how long it would stay on ending up with close to 2.5 min before it did. I also love the look of the scale it is sleek and stylish, very clean lines and is easy to clean too, just a quick wipe down and I'm done. As a note to Alton Brown fans this is his scale of choice on Good Eats. The price tag may have you shying away but I assure you that its worth every penny. I would not trade mine for anything!

This scale is easy to use and measures accurately. I've had this scale for several weeks now and use it for baking/cooking.

The only thing I didn't like about this scale is that I was measuring some honey into a bowl. I had the honey in a bowl sitting on the scale while I was trying to calculate my measurement in ounces. When I return to continue where I left off (only a minute) the scale automaticlaly shut off. This caused me to remeasure the honey by emptying the bowl and starting all over...this scale will shut itself off if there is a period of inactivity.

Other than that, everything about this scale is perfect. I've been using it for baking and I like the fact that I don't need to use a lot of measuring spoons and measuring cups, leveling, packing, etc. I just weight each ingredient into a large bowl, one ingredient at a time and the same recipe comes out perfect everytime. This method is so much faster and more accurate.

I have had my scale for almost 10 years and I LOVE IT! I use it every day. When I have to change from metric to imperial, I remove the cushion on the bottom, slide the level over, replace the cushion and I am ready to go. The finish is clean and it still looks brand new. I have only had to change the battery once in 10 years and it was easy to do. In reading the other comments, you do have to be ready to measure your ingredients when you start as the scale does turn itself off after about 2 minutes of inactivity but that is something quickly overcome once you understand how it works. I consider that feature a battery saver. I have gotten more than my money's worth from this small appliance. They are much less expensive than when I purchased it. Definitely worth the money!!

I wanted a scale that would last the rest of my life. Durable, attractive, practical and most importantly accurate. I got this one. I coveted this since seeing its review on America's Test Kitchen, well over a year ago. I kept it on my shopping list until I could afford it. That's what I've been doing the last 8 years or so, buying strong products that will last a lifetime. It's gorgeous, the nicest looking item in my kitchen. I was prepared for a scale larger than it really is - it's rather diminuitive. Nice size if you leave it on the counter, which I do. Accurate - period. Use it for food and postage. Love it. Arrived well packaged. The battery came with it but it was dead and I bought a replacement for $2.99. Still, 5 Stars.

My order arrived promptly. I am pleased with the way it looks and it does exactly what I wanted a scale to do. It weighs various items, and I know it is accurate. Very happy with product.

I would love this scale if it were easier to make the conversion from oz. to grams. That is the only drawback. It is easy to use, easy to clean, looks good on the counter and is known for its accuracy. BUT, it is very difficult to make the switch from oz. to grams.

It is made in China. If it works when you receive it then you may need some help to keep it working. That nice finish is not protected and can be easily scratched or discolored. The instructions are cryptic, at best. My new scale look great but it does not sit flat on the counter top, it wobbles, a bit, and I am sure that this sometimes drives the electronic zero a little nuts at times. I am not sure what this does to the accuracy, but I feel the need to test it. There is nothing that seals the internal electronic circuit from water, etc, just a rubber guard. (I hope it doesn't turn brittle or stiff with time) If you lose it you will be in deep do do. So you must be careful. For this price it should have been made in Sweden, maybe Denmark. It does look great, now I have to remodel my kitchen.

Pluses
1) A very accurate scale
2) The object being weighed does not obscure the readout
3) Does metric and english...although I rarely use the metric
4) Amazing costumer service from Soehnle.....I dropped and broke the glass top while cleaning in it. Soehnle sent a new glass top free of charge and also didn't make us pay shipping!

Drawbacks
1) I wish I could change the length of the sleep function OR when awakening the scale it would remember what the weight was before it slept. It only takes a little more planning. I prep everything that I need to weigh before starting to weigh so I don't have the problem
2) It takes up counter space and can't be stored as easily as some of the flat, planar models.

This scale has been irritating almost from day one. It very frequently will refuse to turn on or will display "Low" for low battery and immediately turn off - this is despite the fact that the scale was brand new and shouldn't have any issues with the battery being depleted. Perhaps my particular scale has a short circuit somewhere in it, and this won't affect other people's purchases. I like the scale when it is working but unfortunately that isn't very often. I also agree with other posters that the scale can be a tad bit wobbly at times. It is also not convenient to switch from pounds to grams, and if you need to do this frequently it will quickly get on your nerves. Finally, the auto-off feature seems pretty quick at times and if you take too long at measuring something then you will end up having to start all over again. A decent scale when working, but it has been really unreliable for me. I think I'm going to give up and purchase a different model.