I have used this scale for a few years and cannot do without it. When we have a lot of things to pack (at holidays etc.), we have to be careful about going over the bag weight limit. When we do not have a lot to pack and wish to travel with 1 or 2 bags, we have to weigh the packed bags to be sure that we stay under the bag weight limit. This scale enables us to weigh them conveniently. We used to use the bathroom scale at home, and when traveling we would use the fitness center scales, if available. But since we do not tend to stay at five-star hotels, we often don't have a fitness center or room scale. I wouldn't travel without it.