Mechanical tabletop kitchen scales

Mechanical tabletop

— kitchen scales with an analog dial that measure weight using a spring mechanism. They do not require batteries, are simpler in design, and are suitable for basic weighing of products without additional electronic functions.

Compared to electronic models, mechanical scales are usually less accurate and have a larger division price. For instance, they are convenient for weighing apples, potatoes, grains, or sugar, but measuring 3–5 g of spices or yeast is not possible.