Berkley BTDFS50-1 Digital Fish Scale, 50-Pound review and price compare 2025- fishinghub

Brand	Berkley
Item Weight	0.23 Pounds
Item Dimensions LxWxH	0.87 x 1.38 x 5.12 inches

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Water resistant construction with ergonomic body design for comfort while weighing fish
Stores and averages up to 10 weights in memory with auto-save function
Display in lbs/oz or kg
Eliminates fish spooking scents such as gasoline and foodRemove fish handling odors from hands and tackleSafe on hands, tackle, coolers, etc.Carabiner included
Auto-save function automaticlly stores weight to memory
Ergonomic body design is comfortable and easy to hold while weighing fish
Water resistant construction
Tare feature allows for combined weight of multiple fish

With the Berkley digital fish scale angles can get precise measurements quickly and can store weight in memory. The auto-save function automatically stores weight into memory.

Is Discontinued By Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ Yes
Product Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 0.87 x 1.38 x 5.12 inches; 3.68 Ounces
Item model number ‏ : ‎ BTDFS50-1
Department ‏ : ‎ Unisex-adult
Batteries ‏ : ‎ 2 Unknown batteries required.
Date First Available ‏ : ‎ September 30, 2004
Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ Pure Fishing
ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0043X6MX4
Country of Origin ‏ : ‎ China
Domestic Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S. and to APO/FPO addresses. For APO/FPO shipments, please check with the manufacturer regarding warranty and support issues.
International Shipping: This item can be shipped to select countries outside of the U.S.

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This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.

Q:

what batteries?

Answer: the batteries I use for this scale are 2 each 2032 they are round batteries. they go in the back of the scale .

Answer: 2ea 2032

Answer: Sorry dear, it has been a long time since I bought this scale. I only remember that it froze up after one season and was useless. Same thing happened to a friend of mine. I do not recommend this scale!

Q:

Does anyone know how to change this scale from kg to lbs?

Answer: Power the scale on...then hold both buttons down at the same time for 5 seconds.

Answer: sorry no it was a gift

Q:

How water resistant is this scale?

Answer: Not much in water resistance. I used it for 6 months. After two trips in it getting wet from light rain it failed.

Answer: I would not buy one again. Mine "froze" up within a year as did one that my friend bought, each after very little usage or exposure. However, I must say that we only used them (the very few times that they were used) at the coast, not fresh water area. Still...NO.

Q:

Does this scale measure from 0 to 50 lbs?

Answer: This scale sucks. burns through watch batteries that power it. when you want to use it the batteries are dead....dead.....dead. buy Rapala RHCDS50 High Contrast Digital Scale, Black, 50 lbs. instead. uses triple AAA batteries. last forever. good scale.

Answer: Been a while since I had this scale. I do not know the range, but I do not recommend it for salt water use as I had problems of corrosion..

Answer: Yes it does. It’s capacity/range is printed right on the front face.

Answer: Yes, it does. I just tested it! Phew!

Answer: Yes but hard to use! Not happy with it.

Answer: Yes

Q:

what is the maximum weight range?

Answer: 50 pounds. Weighed a yellowfin on it last year, but it was only 36lbs.

Q:

dose it come with batteries?

Answer: not sure about batteries, but I need to tell you I have concerns about this weight device. They may have made improvements in the past 4 or 5 years, but my friend and I both had these freeze (rust up)! We do salt water fishing, did not abuse them, and in a year both were useless.

Answer: Yes, battery is already installed.

Answer: yes it does

Q:

My scale is blinking zero and will not weigh anything. What do I need to do to fix this?

Answer: Consider changing the battery.

Answer: have you tried changing the batteries? that would be my guess

Q:

Is there a protective case for this scale?

Answer: No.

Q:

Does this come in packaging and with a tape measure? If so, does anyone have a photo of the package?

Answer: Mine came in a package - but NO tape measure.

Answer: no tape measure

Answer: The tape measure is built into the scale

Q:

How do you zero the memory

Answer: This product is difficult to use, I would not buy it again or recommend it!!!

Answer: sorry, I can't help you with this. I bought the device many years ago and it failed me quickly, so I have little experience.

Q:

how do you clear the memory on this scale?

Answer: I did not have good luck with this scales !

Q:

Where is this made?

Answer: It's made in China. I'm not real happy with this scale. The weigh hook is too small. The scale is designed to used by tournament anglers, but you had better be prepaired to study the manual, as it is not an easy scale to use. I don't tournament fish so I don't need to keep track of my five best bass. All I need is a scale that can quickly weigh the bass, so I can put it back in the water. This scale ain't that.

Answer: Probably China where everything else is made

Answer: Spirit lake Iowa

Q:

Will it weigh in 0.01Lb?

Answer: It is not as good as anticipated. I had problems weighing any fish and it is very inconsistent.

Answer: Yes it does, kg or lbs 0.0

Answer: Sorry, 00.0

Q:

will it corrode from being around saltwater

Answer: I'm not having a problem with my scale in salt water. I just weighed a 27 lb yellowtail with it last week. Although I will say that it doesn't get all that wet and I wipe it down after every use.

Answer: I really doubt it will. the battery compartment is sealed with a rubber gasket. As long as you not drop it over and over onto the deck it should survive pretty easily around both salt water and fresh water environments. I have this model and use it quite extensively during the cooler months of the year fishing in rainy weather.

Answer: YES!!! Both the one I bought and the one my friend bought were FROZEN solid (rusted tight) after one season of fishing.

Answer: It shouldn't if you rinse it with fresh water after every use. However, eventually, in a few years, I believe it will.

mann4ducks : didn't work out of package

Purchased product new from Amazon, open it and would not even power up.
Coin batts. both read 3volts but nothing when you push either button. I hate products that don't even work first time out of package

William Prieto : good when it works.

Good little scale. I ordered two of these from two different sources. The one I received from Amazon did not work out of the package. I bought new batteries thinking that was the problem. I took out the old and put in the new ones and nothing....sent back to Amazon with the return authorization. Order it, you may get one that works.

chinc in AZ : Bought As Gift

I got this scale for my son and daughter-in-law who spend many hours fishing on their days off work and they both really liked it and were impressed with it and how accurate the weight was.

Denny Lindsay : Accurate and easy to use

Great that it stores numerous weights and keeps the largest of the day.

Sugishop : Great for weighing fish and setting drag

Although I use this scale for weighing fish, I primarily have been using it for setting strike drag on my Avet reels. It's still a two man operation, but at least I know that my drags will be set properly.

I tested this scale with a variety of weights to verify it's accuracy and it was spot on right out of the packaging. I wasn't so sure that it would handle lighter weights (not sure why I thought that to begin with), but it worked just fine. I'll be using it next year for trout season too.

The scale itself is ergonomic and perfect for weighing things on the heavier end of the spectrum. I have been very pleased with the build quality and performance. I wasn't expecting a nice piece of equipment at such a good price.

Tim-in-ny : Nice scale

I like the size of it,,easy to put in my tackle box and weight my catch..very accurate. Its a must have

Shoua L. : Best bang for buck

Best bang for your buck scale.

Amazon Customer : Accurate

Nice little gadget. My only complaint is the fact that one is unable to set it to zero with something hanging from the hook. That would suit my purposes since I don’t use it for weighing fish.

Ollie S. : These are a good set of scales that have served me well over ...

These are a good set of scales that have served me well over the last three years - and I'm still on the same battery.

They provide measurements in both LB and KG and there is also a memory function (that I confess I don't use due to the buttons being confusing when it comes to this feature). It does "hold" the weight once the scales settle which is a nice feature but not unique as most scales do this.

I've given this 4/5 stars because there are a few negatives, firstly that whilst the hook does have a rubber attachment that means you can fold it into the main body, this doesn't fit flush. So when you pack the scale the hook often pops out. Secondly that the scales are not 100% accurate and at some weights can vary by 1oz (I've had these tested at the Tenchfishers General Meetings). Lastly, the menu system is a little confusing and as the buttons protrude from the body they can be pressed when packed into your bag - this was an irritation when I first owned them as it would change the units from LB to KG and I'd have to figure out how to change it which is not intuitive.

On the whole I'd recommend them, but a better buy in my opinion - and the scale I've just changed to - is the Korum Digital Scale which addresses all of the above negatives. However nothing is perfect, as this scale weighs 4oz/135g which is a lot lighter than the Korum scale which 9oz/260g and is also two thirds of the price (at the time of writing these were £19, the Korum were £35)

My main reason for the switch was that the hook didn't fit into the body, the rubber attachment on the hook seems to be an afterthought by Berkley (I've attached a photo to this review). This was irritating when trying to grab the scale out of my bag in a hurry with the hook catching on other items in the bag.

Jonathan B. : Don't waste your money on it

This fish scale didn't work once the batteries went dead. It lasted a year. I put new batteries in it and it still will not come on. Don't waste your money on it. Definitely buy something else. There are many reviews online that complain about the same thing.

Marcus Leander Allen : Terrible

Terrible didn’t work when I got it

Keith D. : Small and lightweight for handling

Berkeley scale works good for the big fish. Easy to read

Paul Parsons : ... (the first one is at the bottom of my favourite lake) and I think it is good value for ...

This is the second one of these scales I have had (the first one is at the bottom of my favourite lake) and I think it is good value for money. As most lakes ban keep nets it is handy to be able to store up to 10 individual weights and have a total weight available.

Skyler Robinson : Good scale!

Yup. It gives an accurate weight!

Sugishop : Great for weighing fish and setting drag

Although I use this scale for weighing fish, I primarily have been using it for setting strike drag on my Avet reels. It's still a two man operation, but at least I know that my drags will be set properly.

I tested this scale with a variety of weights to verify it's accuracy and it was spot on right out of the packaging. I wasn't so sure that it would handle lighter weights (not sure why I thought that to begin with), but it worked just fine. I'll be using it next year for trout season too.

The scale itself is ergonomic and perfect for weighing things on the heavier end of the spectrum. I have been very pleased with the build quality and performance. I wasn't expecting a nice piece of equipment at such a good price.

Keith D. : Small and lightweight for handling

Berkeley scale works good for the big fish. Easy to read

Dan Brubaker : Works Well!

I use this and a receiving blanket to check my baby’s weight. Works well! It’s a little finicky if baby is kicking around a lot, but accurate enough.

William Prieto : good when it works.

Good little scale. I ordered two of these from two different sources. The one I received from Amazon did not work out of the package. I bought new batteries thinking that was the problem. I took out the old and put in the new ones and nothing....sent back to Amazon with the return authorization. Order it, you may get one that works.

Kindle Customer : Does what it's supposed to do.

Slow to start up but very accurate and doesn't seem to eat batteries.

CLUKPERK : Great item.

Works great!

Tim-in-ny : Nice scale

I like the size of it,,easy to put in my tackle box and weight my catch..very accurate. Its a must have

Davidee : Weigh your fish

Gave to grandson so he doesn't have to guess!

nana pam #1 : this one was a couple dollars cheaper so what a deal works great.

The last one I bought lasted 5 years,this one was a couple dollars cheaper so what a deal works great.

William Wolfe : 2nd time is the charm ?

Replaces one I had that went bad ? Did not quite figure out why it stopped working ! Over a year old, decide to buy another and so far so good !

chinc in AZ : Bought As Gift

I got this scale for my son and daughter-in-law who spend many hours fishing on their days off work and they both really liked it and were impressed with it and how accurate the weight was.

mann4ducks : didn't work out of package

Purchased product new from Amazon, open it and would not even power up.
Coin batts. both read 3volts but nothing when you push either button. I hate products that don't even work first time out of package

mr mossyhead : Great handheld product, easy to use

Great handheld product, easy to use.
Are used to measure the weight of guitars

Amazon Customer : accurate

Well made, easy to use, very accurate.

Shelley Naquin Dennison : Not worth it

Batteries dead on arrival and the kind it takes cost more than the scale itself

chinc in AZ : Bought As Gift

I got this scale for my son and daughter-in-law who spend many hours fishing on their days off work and they both really liked it and were impressed with it and how accurate the weight was.

CLUKPERK : Great item.

Works great!

Ken Smith : Five Stars

Scale works like a champ. not a battery hog either. price/performance = solid A

Fong Vue : Battery drainer

Item constantly has battery issues and drains them very fast. It is not very reliable at times. I have to carry extra batteries to make sure newly installed ones are not drained when I weigh a fish. A hassle to be honest.

nana pam #1 : this one was a couple dollars cheaper so what a deal works great.

The last one I bought lasted 5 years,this one was a couple dollars cheaper so what a deal works great.

Dan Brubaker : Works Well!

I use this and a receiving blanket to check my baby’s weight. Works well! It’s a little finicky if baby is kicking around a lot, but accurate enough.

Ollie S. : These are a good set of scales that have served me well over ...

These are a good set of scales that have served me well over the last three years - and I'm still on the same battery.

They provide measurements in both LB and KG and there is also a memory function (that I confess I don't use due to the buttons being confusing when it comes to this feature). It does "hold" the weight once the scales settle which is a nice feature but not unique as most scales do this.

I've given this 4/5 stars because there are a few negatives, firstly that whilst the hook does have a rubber attachment that means you can fold it into the main body, this doesn't fit flush. So when you pack the scale the hook often pops out. Secondly that the scales are not 100% accurate and at some weights can vary by 1oz (I've had these tested at the Tenchfishers General Meetings). Lastly, the menu system is a little confusing and as the buttons protrude from the body they can be pressed when packed into your bag - this was an irritation when I first owned them as it would change the units from LB to KG and I'd have to figure out how to change it which is not intuitive.

On the whole I'd recommend them, but a better buy in my opinion - and the scale I've just changed to - is the Korum Digital Scale which addresses all of the above negatives. However nothing is perfect, as this scale weighs 4oz/135g which is a lot lighter than the Korum scale which 9oz/260g and is also two thirds of the price (at the time of writing these were £19, the Korum were £35)

My main reason for the switch was that the hook didn't fit into the body, the rubber attachment on the hook seems to be an afterthought by Berkley (I've attached a photo to this review). This was irritating when trying to grab the scale out of my bag in a hurry with the hook catching on other items in the bag.

Jason Miller : good fish scale

good scale for quick and accurate weights of your catch. overall very good purchase. I would purchase this product again.

shaikar : Good enough for a fish scale

This works very well as a fish scale, but it does not work well for refilling CO2 tanks because it locks quickly into a weight and does not continue to increase its weight measurement as the weight of the item increase.

edt1gto : 50# berkley scale

Bought as a gift for friend, but have seen this in use before. scale is acurate and easy to use, can be used for fish or other weight checks.

Michelleariez : Good product

I gave it a 4/5, only because starting it up was kind of confusing ironically. Other than that it works just fine. :)

Jack Miller : Five Stars

Easy to use

shaikar : Good enough for a fish scale

This works very well as a fish scale, but it does not work well for refilling CO2 tanks because it locks quickly into a weight and does not continue to increase its weight measurement as the weight of the item increase.

ken schmitt : Piece of crap

Have gotten 2 and neither of them work

Jason Miller : good fish scale

good scale for quick and accurate weights of your catch. overall very good purchase. I would purchase this product again.

Joanne Masters : Does what it does.

The product itself is designed well and has stood up against the big fish i have put on it.The only problem is the hook it does not stay well in a fishes mouth so i put a fish clamp on it and it works perfect now.

Joanne Masters : Does what it does.

The product itself is designed well and has stood up against the big fish i have put on it.The only problem is the hook it does not stay well in a fishes mouth so i put a fish clamp on it and it works perfect now.

Crash Test Dummy : One of the better scales I have seen for the price.

So far so good. Tested it with another very accurate scale and it was spot on. Time will tell if it lasts. I like that it has memory for the last 10 weights. Also, you can erase any of the recorded weights. It is good that you have to push the power button for a couple seconds before it powers on so you don't frequently turn it on inadvertently. It has a good hook on it that is made to hang fish easily. Nice that the batter hatch is sealed so it is water resistant to prevent damaging the electronics. I just wish I had it when I caught my PB. I know for sure it was my PB but didn't have a scale. DOH!!

I think the people saying that it didn't work when they got it are using it improperly. You have to hold the power on button for a couple seconds before it will turn on. I thought mine was broken or the batteries were dead at first.

Beverly Smith : Not great

This isn’t the greatest product and perhaps there are better ones available and it’s certainly not water resistant or water proof which is ridiculous because it’s meant to use on ones boat to weigh the fish your catching. This easily could have been made water proof!

nana pam #1 : this one was a couple dollars cheaper so what a deal works great.

The last one I bought lasted 5 years,this one was a couple dollars cheaper so what a deal works great.

Richard E Hotton : Digital Fish Scale

Can now see the weight of the fish I catch before I release them!!!!!

Berkley BTDFS50-1 Digital Fish Scale, 50-Pound review and price compare 2025

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Questions about Berkley BTDFS50-1 Digital Fish Scale, 50-Pound

what batteries?

Does anyone know how to change this scale from kg to lbs?

How water resistant is this scale?

Does this scale measure from 0 to 50 lbs?

what is the maximum weight range?

dose it come with batteries?

My scale is blinking zero and will not weigh anything. What do I need to do to fix this?

Is there a protective case for this scale?

Does this come in packaging and with a tape measure? If so, does anyone have a photo of the package?

How do you zero the memory

how do you clear the memory on this scale?

Where is this made?

Will it weigh in 0.01Lb?

will it corrode from being around saltwater

Product reviews of Berkley BTDFS50-1 Digital Fish Scale, 50-Pound