Quick Answer
For portion control and macro tracking in 2025, the most dependable picks are Bluetooth “smart” scales that sync to an app (e.g., Etekcity/VeSync, RENPHO, HOTO) or on-device nutrition scales with built-in databases (e.g., Greater Goods Nourish, NutraTrack Mini). Choose by accuracy (0.1–1 g), capacity (3–5 kg+), app/database quality, and power (rechargeable vs batteries). See our tested favorites and who each is best for below.
10 Best Smart Food Scales for Portion Control (2025)
- Etekcity ESN00 Smart Nutrition Scale (VeSync) — Best overall for macros
Bluetooth • App: VeSync (Nutritionix DB; Apple Health/Fitbit sync) • Increments: 1 g • Capacity: 5 kg • Power: batteries- Why we like it: Deep food database and clean app make calorie/macro logging fast; stainless platform wipes clean.
- Consider: Very small weights (<4 g) are better on a precision coffee scale.
- Etekcity Choice ENS-C551S-SUS — Best value Bluetooth macro scale
Bluetooth • VeSync app • 1 g • 5 kg • batteries- Budget model that keeps VeSync nutrition logging and barcode scanning.
- Etekcity Luminary™ ENS-L221S-SUS — Slim pick with app
Bluetooth • VeSync app • 1 g • 5 kg • batteries- Compact profile with the same ecosystem—good for small kitchens.
- RENPHO Smart Food Scale — Best for multi-brand health syncing
Bluetooth • Renpho Health app • 1 g • ≈5 kg • batteries- Tracks nutrition and logs to the Renpho Health app; broad platform support.
- Consider: App UX is improving but can feel busier than VeSync.
- HOTO Smart Kitchen Scale (Mi Home/HOTO app) — Best for coffee + kitchen precision
Bluetooth • HOTO/Mi Home app • 0.1 g • 3 kg • batteries- Great 0.1 g resolution for espresso or spices; basic logging in app.
- ZWILLING Enfinigy Digital Kitchen Scale (with app tie-ins) — Best design & wireless charging
App tie-in for recipes; wireless charging pad built-in • 1 g • up to 10–22 lb • rechargeable- Premium glass/metal look and doubles as a phone charger; app provides recipe/food-management—not full macro tracking.
- Greater Goods Nourish Nutrition Food Scale — Best on-device database (no app required)
On-device DB (~2,000 foods + custom) • 1 g • 5 kg • batteries- Shows calories/macros on the scale itself; handy when you don’t want your phone out.
- NutraTrack Mini (Mackie Scientific) — Best compact nutrition calculator
On-device DB (USDA-based; add custom foods) • 1 g • 5 kg • batteries- Coded food database with quick lookups; totals a full meal via tare.
- Smart Chef Pocket Smart Food Scale — Best portable Bluetooth nutrition scale
Bluetooth • Smart Chef app (logs to Apple Health/Fitbit; options for MFP/WW via integrations) • 1 g • 5 kg • rechargeable- Pocketable and rechargeable; niche but useful if you travel or log at work.
- Terraillon NutriTab (EU) — Best connected nutrition scale for EU buyers
Bluetooth • MyHealth app • nutrients shown in app • 1 g • 5 kg • batteries- Tracks calories, carbs, protein, fat, fiber, sodium in the companion app.
How to Choose
- Connectivity: If you want automatic food logs, pick Bluetooth + a solid app (Etekcity/VeSync, RENPHO, HOTO). If you prefer no phone, pick an on-device nutrition scale (Greater Goods, NutraTrack).
- Accuracy & capacity: 1 g resolution is fine for most meal prep; coffee/spice nerds may want 0.1 g. Capacity of 5 kg (11 lb) fits family cooking.
- App & database: Look for barcode scanning and large databases (Nutritionix in VeSync is strong). If you use Apple Health/Fitbit, confirm sync.
- Power & surface: Rechargeable is convenient; stainless or glass tops wipe clean faster.
Heads-up: Escali’s SmartConnect app was discontinued in 2022; the scales still weigh, but app features are no longer supported. Avoid if you specifically want Bluetooth logging.
Setup Tips (AEO)
- Update the app first, then pair the scale in-app (not via OS Bluetooth list unless instructed).
- Use tare for multi-ingredient bowls; save the entry to reuse your go-to meals.
- Match cooked vs. raw entries correctly (database entries differ).
- For macro goals, pair weighing with protein-forward meals: try our High-Protein Meal Plans or build custom plates with Build-a-Meal Plan. Check Nutrition Info for macros.
FAQs
Do smart food scales sync to MyFitnessPal or Apple Health?
Etekcity/VeSync syncs with Apple Health and Fitbit; others vary. Some apps export to Health, then into MFP via intermediaries. Check your specific ecosystem.
Are “nutrition scales” accurate for tiny amounts?
They’re accurate for normal meal prep. If you need sub-gram measures (<1 g), use a 0.1 g coffee/jewelry scale (HOTO is a good hybrid).
What if I don’t want my phone in the kitchen?
Choose an on-device DB scale like Greater Goods Nourish or NutraTrack Mini—they show calories/macros on the display.
Related Reads
References
- Etekcity ESN00 Smart Nutrition Scale + VeSync/Nutritionix features. etekcity.com | us.vesync.com
- Etekcity Choice & Luminary smart scales (VeSync). etekcity.com/collections
- RENPHO Smart Food Scale + app. renpho.com | Google Play
- HOTO Smart Kitchen Scale + app. HOTO | HOTO app
- ZWILLING Enfinigy scale + app tie-in. zwilling.com | wireless charging model
- Greater Goods Nourish (on-device DB). shop.greatergoods.com | GG Food Codes app
- NutraTrack Mini (on-device DB & docs). mackiescientific.com | downloads
- Smart Chef Pocket Smart Food Scale + app. smartchef.me | App Store
- Terraillon NutriTab (connected nutrition scale). terraillon.com
- Independent reviews of smart food scales. Allrecipes | Tom’s Guide (Cosori/Etekcity)
- Escali SmartConnect app end-of-life (don’t buy for app features). Escali support
