The balance is stylish, a jewel for any modern kitchen. The battery (CR2032 button cell) is included and already installed. Various weight units are weighed: g, lb.oz, ml, fl.oz Also allows the tare weight weigh (less the bowl). The scale ranges up to 5 kg, which is more than sufficient for the kitchen. Very good is the glass plate, which is for laying such as meat much more hygienic than plastic, for example. One point deduction, there are sure this is not removable, the glass plate, to clean z. B.. The display is large and easy to read. The operation by the two elongated push buttons easy and secure. All in all a great scale in which the true value for money.