Most people have no idea if they are exceeding weight limits when packing. Some try standing on a bathroom scale or just guess. It would be worth investing in a luggage scale to help you determine how much or what to pack in each bag.
Not sure how to choose a luggage scale? Different types are available for purchase. Find the one that meets your needs and budget.
•If you are short on money, decide how much you are willing to spend. How much is one worth to you? Consider the fees you will have to pay if the bags are overweight or oversize. Check with official airline websites for information. Each one has their own policy, requirements and fee schedule depending if the type is a carry-on or checked bag.
•Decide on the type of luggage scale: hand held manual, hand held digital and floor models. The hand held manual ones are basic and cheapest. Stop and lock types will record the weight before you set a bag back down. If you don’t have someone around that can read the scale while you are holding a bag, this is a must. As bag and box dimensions are things that are examined by the airlines, one with a tape measure would be helpful since it serves more than one purpose. The digital styles are easier to read and may have a more accurate reading. The floor models can weigh bags by placing them on the scale vs. having to pick them up and holding them in the air. •Read the reviews. Some online vendors have buyer feedback on the pages that have the products they wish to sell to you.
If you are concerned that you will be over-weight on the return, you may want to pack the luggage scale too!
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