Kitchen scales are compact devices used to accurately measure the weight of ingredients for cooking and baking. Typically featuring a flat or bowl-shaped platform, they can be digital or mechanical. Digital kitchen scales often have an easy-to-read LCD display, providing precise measurements in various units such as grams, ounces, or pounds. Some models include a tare function, allowing users to reset the scale to zero after placing a container on it, making it easier to measure multiple ingredients. Designed to be sleek and space-saving, they are ideal for precise portion control and ensuring consistent results in recipes.