Editor's note: This article has been reviewed and updated for accuracy in 2026. Whether you’re a home grower or you own and operate a dispensary, if you legally distribute weed, you want to be sure that you get the most accurate measurements possible. What’s the best way to do that? By using a scale, of course! Sure, you could use a standard kitchen scale; however, if you want to ensure that you get most precise measurements, especially when dealing with relatively light weights, you’re going to want to invest in a more sensitive and precise weed scale. As the name suggests, weed scales are specially designed scales that are specifically made to measure marijuana. Remember: Precision and Quality Costs Money If you only have a kitchen scale and are on a budget that can work, just keep in mind, particularly if it was a cheap one, that kitchen scales are not calibrated nor are they tested with the amount of precision and care as higher quality medical-grade scales. For example, many home kitchen digital scales are only calibrated within 0.1 grams, with the cheapest not bothering to measure in anything less than 1 gram increments. Higher end scales are calibrated all the way down to .01 or .001 grams for maximum precision. Choose a Maximum Capacity That Suits You After precision the next