The Ultimate Home Bakers Scales? My Review of the MY Weigh KD-8000 Digital Scales

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  • @geoffsbakingblog
    @geoffsbakingblog 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    I've used the MyWeigh KD-7000 for 8 years, at least twice a week. I've changed the batteries 3 times during that period. They are perfect, very similar to the KD-8000 but without the baker's percentage button.

  • @stevej7329
    @stevej7329 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I've had my 8000 for years and I agree, they are the best scales out there. Even better is the lifetime warranty, my display packed up , sent em back and got a brand new one sent to me.

  • @swc2019
    @swc2019 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I have had the KD-8000 for 3 months and I really love it. I use it for bread baking, miscellaneous baking, and feeding my dogs. It gets a workout. I too took off the shield, but realized it potected the control panel from being squashed when I pickit up from its spot on my counter. I am thrilled to learn I can turn off the the auto off function! I've only had the scale shut down prematurely once; I usually just randomly press on the platform to keep it working if I'm not ready to add my next ingredient.

    • @CulinaryExploration
      @CulinaryExploration  2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I hadn't thought about the buttons being inadvertently pressed without the shield, although I haven't had an issue yet. It's well worth turning the auto power off, off!

    • @vmitchinson
      @vmitchinson 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      This is one time reading the Manuel pays off.

  • @tac926
    @tac926 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I've been using a black KD-7000 since 2014 and am very pleased with it.
    Nice review Phil. Absolutely spot-on.

  • @KFetner
    @KFetner 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I have had mine for seven years. Love it and no problems with it.

  • @jwdedmon
    @jwdedmon 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I've been using the KD-8000 Since June and I have to say that I love it. I like the turn-off after 5 minute function. That gives me plenty of time to measure what I want without it turning off as I'm in the process of adding an ingredient. It is very easy to keep clean and while it is bulky it is not heavy and is really easy to move around.

  • @PDXTundra
    @PDXTundra 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I’ve had the very same KD-8000 for 5 years and it still works flawlessly. If it ever dies, I’d buy another without hesitation. I bought it based on another TH-cam review back then. They’re very miserly on battery usage. In the time I’ve had it, I’ve replaced the batteries no more than three times. You can’t go wrong with this scale. I don’t bake bread without it. 👍. Yes, it’s a little bulky, but it is very sturdy and I’ve the cabinet space to stow it. Thanks for the honest review.

    • @CulinaryExploration
      @CulinaryExploration  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Nice one PDX, I'm interested to know how long the batteries will last without the auto power off and the backlight switched on

    • @PDXTundra
      @PDXTundra 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@CulinaryExploration i programmed it to never shut off. I leave the backlight on. Granted, it’s used for perhaps 10 to 12 minutes per use and I use it at least 2 times a week, more during the holidays so not an exorbitant amount of use. I turned off the beep via the back switch, not sure if that makes a significant difference to battery life, I just found it rather annoying. As you know, the buttons give a good tactile response when pressed; a pretty good click. I also replace batteries after around 18 months in everything because they will eventually fail and leak, we’ve all seen that and have been after that mess with wet Q-tips. Also, I’ve never used the baker’s percentage, go figure. Maybe one day I’ll get curious and follow such a recipe 👍

  • @juliavolk5245
    @juliavolk5245 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    All of your videos are so informative. I feel i can trust you. I was just thinking about buying a good scale Thank you, Phil. Good luck 🤗✊

  • @thomasnissen9572
    @thomasnissen9572 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I got a My Weigh Maestro for Christmas I really like that it has a little scale that takes up til 200 g on 0.1 intervals and 8 kg on the big plate

  • @glynwalton5202
    @glynwalton5202 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I've had my KD-2000 for nearly 2 years. Still on original batteries and I love it. Not too big but (as far as I know) accurate. What is probably more important is they are reliable and repeatable. Would recommend.

  • @sourdoughhome2571
    @sourdoughhome2571 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I started with KD-6000's. When I needed more scales, they were no longer available, so I bought 6 KD-7000's. I've used them for my household use, as well as for baking classes. 10 years on, they are all still working wonderfully! The cover on the tare button on the KD-6000 cracked and became erratic after 12 or so years. I contacted MyWeigh and they replaced it under the lifetime warranty with no quibbles or hassles. The company seems to be as solid as the scales!

  • @JReuland
    @JReuland 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I use exactly this same model since three years! It's just a pleasure to use and so easy to clean. I saw this model from Teresa Greenway long ago!

  • @hismusicnme
    @hismusicnme ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I think I’ve had this scale for about 6-7 years now. So long that I didn’t even remember it had a baker’s percentage function 😂. I Love this scale though. It has even been dropped on the floor and the sides separated a bit so I put it back together and taped it. After that the display screen is ever so slightly tilted, but this thing still keeps on working and accurately. It’s been a beast.
    My young adult baker son has bought several other scales to use when he moved out and has not been as happy with them as mine. His only complaint, and it’s mine too, is that the kd-8000 is a bit bulky and not very modern looking. I store mine in a drawer however when not in use so it’s not a huge deal for me. I still highly recommend this scale

  • @sillydg
    @sillydg 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I've been using the OXO 11lb. scale for many years, and I like that it's so compact and has a pull-out feature for the readout so a larger bowl doesn't get in the way of reading. I've never had to change the batteries. The KD-8000 looks great, but it's too big and bulky for me.

    • @frankfurter7260
      @frankfurter7260 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Same. The Oxo seems accurate and it’s very slim/compact. The reviewed scale is too bulky for me.

    • @swc2019
      @swc2019 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I also had the OXO for several years and loved it, but I gave it to my daughter when she moved out. Though the KD-8000 is taller and thus will not fit in the same space, the screen is easier to read. The back light stays on as long as I want it and the numerals are clearer. Because the platform is higher and the screen is angled, I hqve not had any interference from large bowls or anything else. I think the options to personalize its operations makes this far superior.

    • @Beanpomade
      @Beanpomade 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Apparently the oxo struggles with amount under 3/4g

  • @krazmokramer
    @krazmokramer 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I bought this scale 2 months ago, based in part on your review. I bake bread 2-3 times weekly, a braided Challah every Friday, and I weigh my border collies' food twice daily. Still using the original batteries, although I have purchased some NiMH rechargeable batteries for future use. I turned off that annoying auto-off feature after the scale turned off right in the middle of weighing an ingredient. Other than that, I find this scale to be fast and accurate. The plastic body is lightweight making it easy to move around my kitchen, and to store away in a drawer. I bought it to replace a 25 year old Soehnle scale that looked neat but was slow, inaccurate, and constantly failed to lock in on the reading. I really like this KD-8000 scale. Thanks for your review and recommendation!

  • @artycrafty9209
    @artycrafty9209 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have used these scales for about 4 years or so. For bread flour which tends to be in the kilo or two weight they are great, I tend to only use my regular kitchen scales for other baking e.g. cakes etc. I like the % feature especially for a new recipe, once I know that recipe then I dont use it again until I experiment again. Thank you for the tip of how to switch off the annoying beep which I must have inadvertently put on, I didn't know there was a secret switch! I agree that they are a bitof plastic feel and not heavy which for me is a bonus as I put them away after use as they tend to take up a bit of counter space which is at a premium in a domestic kitchen. For regular bakers I would also highly recommend them. Thank you for a great video. Ramon.

    • @CulinaryExploration
      @CulinaryExploration  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Cheers Ramon, good to hear from you, I hope all is well. with you

  • @jerrykassis5126
    @jerrykassis5126 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I've been using the OXO 11lb. scale for many years but it dropped on my counter this morning and it is spitting out numbers like a tweaker on crack now. I am considering the My Weigh, but I did order another OXO anyway because I have been so happy with it up until today. Might get the My Weigh as an alternate or a backup. I make a lot of sourdough and mix four 1.5 lb loaves at a time so I need a scale that I can put a 12 Qt. Cambro container on it and still be able to read the scale. That's why I like the pull-out scale feature of the OXO. Looks like the My Weigh would not be a problem for this large container as well.

  • @katherinem3316
    @katherinem3316 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hi @CulinaryExploration - loved your thorough review of this scale! Thanks for all of the detailed information. I've been researching scales online for soapmaking purposes and had read a few reviews on the KD-8000, but your video helped push me off the fence and I'm definitely wanting to purchase this one.
    Can you please help recommend a good 5 kg calibration weight that can be purchased online and shipped to North America (Canadian viewer over here)? Or if anyone sees this comment and can help me out as well, I'd be greatful 😊 I've never purchased a calibration weight before and am not sure what to look out for, I just want to make sure it'll be accurate/reliable and not break the bank. Thanks!

  • @Fibonacci84
    @Fibonacci84 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Just the other day I was 1 mouse click away from ordering this but hesitated because of the same issues that bothered you, especially the plastic issue. I really like the idea of the read out panel cantilevering out from the body. I'm always trying to look under a large bowl to get the readout. You were spot on about the Challenger bake pan so I'm probably going to give this a go. Just thought I'd "weigh" in on this. Sorry. Terrible pun.
    Jerry from Fla.

    • @CulinaryExploration
      @CulinaryExploration  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Haha Jerry! I'm pleased you were pleased with the challenger pan. I'll be filming a video on everything I use that for soon. I don't think you'll be disappointed with this one Jerry

    • @peterthomas5792
      @peterthomas5792 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      > I'm always trying to look under a large bowl to get the readout.
      The MyWeigh Maestro has both a larger platform and a detachable display (and an inbuilt precision scale that weighs to 0.1g).
      You might want to check it out before you commit to the KD-8000

  • @jklphoto
    @jklphoto 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Seriously, I get where you're coming from about build quality. I HATE cheap tools and was thrilled to see Amazon Warehouse offering the Escali M-Series Digital Multifunctional Scale for $45 (since it normally retails for about $120 USD). But when I got it, the entire housing was plastic, even though it is sold as commercial use by restaurant supply stores here. Easy to see why the MyWeigh KD-8000 is in so many YT bakeries.

  • @lbamusic
    @lbamusic 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Looks good! And does it accurately weigh items under 1 gram? If so, what is smallest amount under 1 gm will it register ? thanks. Also I would love to have a feature where you can freeze the weight so you don't 4get it as you do a million things at once. I have this useful feature on my Temola thermometer.

    • @CulinaryExploration
      @CulinaryExploration  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      It doesn't weigh in less than 1 gram increments. I use a mini scale for that. Do you mean that you'd like the scale to show the last weighed amount so you don't forget if you remove the bowl/ingredients?

    • @lbamusic
      @lbamusic 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@CulinaryExploration yes

  • @williamwalton7380
    @williamwalton7380 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Hi Do you think they are good for calorie counting for weight loss

  • @liquidrl5263
    @liquidrl5263 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Do you know if the metal top of the KD-8000 will come off if you place a sticky dough ball on it and remove it? Thanks!!

    • @CulinaryExploration
      @CulinaryExploration  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      If you lifted the sticky dough ball directly upwards it would have a good chance of detaching. I use a dough scraper and slide the dough off, that works perfectly and feels like a natural fluid motion. Hope it helps :)

    • @liquidrl5263
      @liquidrl5263 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@CulinaryExploration you're awesome thank you

  • @vmitchinson
    @vmitchinson 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I purchased this scale about 3 years ago. I had bought several of the $20.00 specials, take them home, use them, put them away and a few days later it out, but it would not work. I never figured out why. I love the KD 8000 especially the per cent function. I use this function to weight out the ingredients for making bacon, hams and sausages. I would like to use the percent function for everything but recipes seem to be in cups, spoons etc. Then you run into the problem of Amercian cups, English cups and Canadian cups. They are not the same. It is driving me mad.
    PS when it comes to cup size only DD will do.

  • @Rye_d_baker
    @Rye_d_baker 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I’ve been using it for 2 years and very happy with it gor all my baking. The issue of Auto turn off is bothering me, i need to check how to turn it off. Also, the batteries dead suddenly without pre-notifying they are low in power.

    • @CulinaryExploration
      @CulinaryExploration  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Check the link in the description for the user guide, it's straightforward to switch the auto off off

    • @vmitchinson
      @vmitchinson 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      It has a number of time off settings, I set mine to stay on, you can set it to shut off at 5 min or other times, explained in the manual.

  • @peterthomas5792
    @peterthomas5792 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Take a look at the MyWeigh Maestro instead, it's way better...bigger platform, precision scale included, better display - the KD-8000 has no advantages except maybe price.
    Been using it for 4 years, I've never wished it did anything it doesn't already do.

    • @CulinaryExploration
      @CulinaryExploration  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I like the integral precision scale on the Maestro

  • @tazwoh2002
    @tazwoh2002 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    8kg, mine is a Heston Blumenthal by Salter, Dual Precision Digital Scale, 10kg at only £39.99 with a 15 year guarantee and also weighs .1g increments

  • @barrychambers4047
    @barrychambers4047 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I've been using the Ozeri, and for what I do it seems to work fine. Had it for a couple of years now and use it plenty. One issue with the Ozeri it weighs the first gram rather lightly. Checking it with the Weigh Gram pocket scale that first gram is only .4g! I'm wondering how the KD8000 does on weighing 1 gram? I sometimes add 1g or more of citric acid, and micro amounts of ascorbic acid to the sourdough, so yes, I'm a cheat!

    • @barrychambers4047
      @barrychambers4047 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Another potential problem I see with the KD8000 where do you put it? It would take up a whole drawer space.

    • @CulinaryExploration
      @CulinaryExploration  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      LOL Barry - I don't think that's cheating. I'm going to check what you mentioned about the first gram being light, interesting.

  • @RDens4d
    @RDens4d ปีที่แล้ว

    It’s interesting you don’t use the baker function on this scale. It’s the only reason I was considering switching from the Oxo 11lbs. scale I’ve used for years. Thank you for your review

  • @mm-fn1tk
    @mm-fn1tk 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Bought these a few months ago after my flat style scales packed it in. The adaptor included doesn’t work in Australia but it’s so economical on batteries, it doesn’t matter. They are great scales and so easy to use and yes, light weight material might be my only slight disappointment too.

  • @rash6800
    @rash6800 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Do you have in your channel the recipe of sourdough bread with “bluster” which is called San Francisco sourdough bread

  • @marilynsmith1833
    @marilynsmith1833 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Morning mystery for Philip and the rest of the bakers.
    I've used my OXO 11 lb scale for about 5 years to great satisfaction. This morning I need for a scientific explanation of what's gone wrong. I was weighing coffee as I do most mornings . Hit tare and was about to put the French press on the scale. To my amazement before I put anything on the scale display began to register AS MY HAND APPROACHED! It fluctuated from 0 to 7 grams. I was wearing the same watch as usual. Tried the hand without watch to no avail. Same coffee press. Same brand of coffee. Put the press on the scale and it continued to fluctuate even after hitting tare again.
    BTW I love the pull-out feature on the scale so I can put dinner plates on it as well as large mixing bowls. Not so accurate measuring 2 or 4 grams.

    • @CulinaryExploration
      @CulinaryExploration  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hey Marylyn, it's this kind of situation that would leave me wondering if the scales were still measuring accurately. ATB, Phil

    • @sherrybirchall8677
      @sherrybirchall8677 ปีที่แล้ว

      Maybe it needs new batteries.

  • @mickeymallette2663
    @mickeymallette2663 ปีที่แล้ว

    Does this scale weigh in increments less than a gram? Does it show tenths of a gram when measuring?

  • @geminil2415
    @geminil2415 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I'm still not clear. You are weighing liquids yet I have not read that it' weighs liquids. I need a ml and floz facility??? Help.

  • @mortendidriksen1253
    @mortendidriksen1253 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    If put the mixer bowl on the weight and pres tara. Then I add the flour and press %. Then I press tara and add the % amount of water. By this way I do not need to use more than one bowl.

  • @RoyRodgers-pw4gm
    @RoyRodgers-pw4gm 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    The 8000 is a decent scale, but I consider it the bottom of the line. For $20 more, you can get into the Chemestry scales that have 3 decimal places and use far superior sensors, while still haveing a large dynamic range of weight. usually 5kg.

    • @CulinaryExploration
      @CulinaryExploration  10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      I really appreciate the comment. Do you have any specific model you've used? Cheers, Phil

  • @kerncountyrd5263
    @kerncountyrd5263 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I want an Even Balance Scale! One with weights, and no batteries.

    • @CulinaryExploration
      @CulinaryExploration  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      That's the sort of scale I'd pull out every now and again, don't think I could use it daily but I'm sure it's a pleasure to use

    • @kerncountyrd5263
      @kerncountyrd5263 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Do you know where I can find one?

    • @CulinaryExploration
      @CulinaryExploration  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@kerncountyrd5263 Nope, I've only had a quick search

    • @peterthomas5792
      @peterthomas5792 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@kerncountyrd5263 There's a reason you can't find one - nobody wants them, so nobody makes them any more. They're a huge waste of time, you can only weigh in increments of the weights that you have, there's no tare function, no alternative units unless you have a set of alternative weights, always a risk of losing weights etc etc.
      Good luck if you like them, but I struggle to understand why you would - mine went out in the garbage twenty years ago.

    • @kerncountyrd5263
      @kerncountyrd5263 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@peterthomas5792 my reasoning is Grid Down and no batteries for my digital scale. The world is upside down and I’m just wanting to be a little bit ahead of the game.

  • @tokolosh11
    @tokolosh11 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Recently got the same unit. Although for the life of me I can't get the damned thing to turn off the "auto off" function.

  • @jklphoto
    @jklphoto 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Q: Why do Brits add an S to the end of singular things, like a scale? Also, why is Mathematics...Math(s). Honestly, if we could just get them to speak proper English, like us Americans :-)

    • @peterthomas5792
      @peterthomas5792 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      > Why do Brits add an S to the end of singular things?
      Do you wear a pant? Or cut things with a scissor?
      > Also, why is Mathematics...Math(s).
      Mathematics is plural because there are multiple branches of it - the s at the end is a clue.
      You may recall geometry, trigonometry, algebra, arithmetic from school? And even calculus if you stayed long enough.
      They're all individual parts of the greater whole which is mathematicS - correctly abbreviated to maths.
      And let's not get into 'gotten' - it seems to be the past tense of a past tense. 🤣🤣🤣
      Probably best not to open that hornets nest, it's called English for a reason - feel free to speak American, that's fine. But the arbiter of what is correct English will always be the English - sorry if that's inconvenient for you :-)