This unit will weigh in just about any unit of weight imaginable.  The "switch units of weight" button can be a little finicky.  The "Tare" option is very handy, allowing you to set the "tare" option, pick up the item, put it back down and check the "maximum" or "tare" weight for the highest weight measured.  It can be tricky reading this while holding 88 pounds up and away from your body.