What scale is most accurate?

uhhuhher · 02-21-2011, 07:05 AM

Tried to weigh myself this morning and it weighed me anywhere from 283 to 293?? Each time I stepped on it it gave me a different number! A pound or two I might overlook, but 10 pounds?!
I need a new scale!

So my question is: What scale do you use that is most accurate?

Any suggestions would be super! Thanks for your help!!

Takeiteasy2000 · 02-21-2011, 07:12 AM

I use a Tanita and it is very accurate. Weighs right with my Dr office.

lcditto · 02-21-2011, 07:13 AM

Where there is less gravity. The best way to weigh in is, lay on your back and balance the scale on your feet.

Measure yourself and watch for a decrease in inches. A pound of fat takes up more space than a pound of muscle.

berighteous · 02-21-2011, 07:15 AM

A doctor's scale with sliding weights is the most consistent and probably accurate.

Digital scales are fairly inexpensive and tend to give fairly accurate, predictable results, although mine seems to not be as sensitive than others - I can weigh myself, then go to the bathroom and weigh the same on it... how does that work?

Analog scales (with springs and spinning dials) are not accurate above 250 pounds in my experience. you have to step on slowly, in the same place every time and stand flat footed and don't rock on your feet and it may weigh you the same more than once. I've had several scales move as I'm bending over to read them (cuz my belly's in the way to see it just tipping my head down.) shifting your weight side to side can make the dial spin like crazy.

I've also noticed that several of my scales in the past have weighed differently in different rooms. How solid the floor is under them makes a difference.

PghPALady1974 · 02-21-2011, 07:18 AM

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Originally Posted by lcditto

Where there is less gravity. The best way to weigh in is, lay on your back and balance the scale on your feet.

Measure yourself and watch for a decrease in inches. A pound of fat takes up more space than a pound of muscle.

love it!!!

ljguitar · 02-21-2011, 07:24 AM

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Originally Posted by uhhuhher

...So my question is: What scale do you use that is most accurate?

Hi uh…

The one that reads the lowest - of course!

Casey1983 · 02-21-2011, 07:37 AM

This is the best scale I have ever owned. It weighs me the same every time. Great reviews on Amazon too! I love it because I don't have to tap it or bang it to get it to work just step right on! Really, it is great, and I am a scale snob lol!

Amazon.com: Eatsmart Precision Plus Digital Bathroom Scale...
Free shipping too!

Lucky4 · 02-21-2011, 07:46 AM

I use our WII balance board--I did research it earlier on it's accuracy and found almost everyone thinks it's very accurate. It weighed me more than my Dr's scale though--but she was using a simple digital which suprised me. My mom has a sliding weight Dr's scale so next time I get there, I'll compare it with the WII. I have a normal scale here which is hilarious. If yours gives you 10 lb difference--this one can give up to a 30 lb difference!

Mommie22boys · 02-21-2011, 08:53 AM

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Originally Posted by ljguitar

Hi uh…

The one that reads the lowest - of course!

This was going to be my response, too.

Reva72 · 02-21-2011, 09:03 AM

I use a Health O Meter and it weighs me right with the Dr. scale.

Madger · 02-21-2011, 09:05 AM

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Originally Posted by Reva72

I use a Health O Meter and it weighs me right with the Dr. scale.

This is my answer too. I love my digital Health-O-Meter, it's always been right on!

Reva72 · 02-21-2011, 09:21 AM

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Originally Posted by Madger

This is my answer too. I love my digital Health-O-Meter, it's always been right on!

I have only replaced mine once in about 9 years. It is the best in my opinion.

PaminKY · 02-21-2011, 09:43 AM

I have this one and really like it.

Amazon.com: Omron HBF-400 Body Fat Monitor and Scale:...

I bought it from my workplace and the service department checked the accuracy before I took it home and it was right on the money.

ravenrose · 02-21-2011, 10:25 AM

I have a Tanita from the drugstore. it's key to put it on a FLAT surface, no tile cracks or anything, which can really influence what the scale says. usually large differences are attributable to the scale not being supported properly, though some of the older spring-style scales were just inaccurate! I used to be able to change mine by five pounds just leaning hard left...

be sure you get one that's rated well above your current weight too.

I can reweigh over and over and mine never varies. it also seems to agree with the doctor's scales at several offices over years of visits. a good investment!

the BAD thing is that it keeps your past weight. I do not want that. it embarrasses me! I have to weigh this large vase every time I step off the scale to clear the memory. it's a drag. I would look for one with no memory function when I get a new one.

stardustshadow · 02-21-2011, 10:32 AM

Don't weigh on carpet or uneven floors!! I was looking to buy a scale and tried some in the store (this is right before I started Atkins) and got a ton of alarming differences. It turns out that the store was carpeted and I had not realized how much the floor surface would affect what the scale said.

Anyhow...the best scale to use? The one on the moon....(lower gravity)....

uhhuhher · 02-21-2011, 12:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by lcditto

Where there is less gravity. The best way to weigh in is, lay on your back and balance the scale on your feet.

Measure yourself and watch for a decrease in inches. A pound of fat takes up more space than a pound of muscle.

Quote:

Originally Posted by ljguitar

Hi uh…

The one that reads the lowest - of course!

Ha! You guys are HILARIOUS

I am going to research all of the great suggestions and go shopping!!

kajunmommiee · 02-21-2011, 01:17 PM

i use the Wii

miri2011 · 02-22-2011, 10:13 AM

Purchased the Health o Meter @ Walmart for $35. It measures weight up to 450, body fat, hydration, BMI, bone mass, and will store your info. up to the last 12 readings. Also stores up to 4 people using separate buttons for each. Accurate!

EveH · 02-22-2011, 10:21 AM

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Originally Posted by lcditto

Where there is less gravity. The best way to weigh in is, lay on your back and balance the scale on your feet.

02-21-2011, 07:05 AM	#1
uhhuhher Senior LCF Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: oHIo Posts: 174 Gallery: uhhuhher WOE: Atkins Start Date: April 28, 2011	What scale is most accurate? Tried to weigh myself this morning and it weighed me anywhere from 283 to 293?? Each time I stepped on it it gave me a different number! A pound or two I might overlook, but 10 pounds?! I need a new scale! So my question is: What scale do you use that is most accurate? Any suggestions would be super! Thanks for your help!!

02-21-2011, 07:15 AM	#4
berighteous Senior LCF Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Grand Junction, Co Posts: 547 Gallery: berighteous Stats: 320's/270/200 WOE: Atkins Start Date: January 2012	A doctor's scale with sliding weights is the most consistent and probably accurate. Digital scales are fairly inexpensive and tend to give fairly accurate, predictable results, although mine seems to not be as sensitive than others - I can weigh myself, then go to the bathroom and weigh the same on it... how does that work? Analog scales (with springs and spinning dials) are not accurate above 250 pounds in my experience. you have to step on slowly, in the same place every time and stand flat footed and don't rock on your feet and it may weigh you the same more than once. I've had several scales move as I'm bending over to read them (cuz my belly's in the way to see it just tipping my head down.) shifting your weight side to side can make the dial spin like crazy. I've also noticed that several of my scales in the past have weighed differently in different rooms. How solid the floor is under them makes a difference. __________________ Michael Packard 320's-270-200 Be the love of God, the light of the world, and the salt of the earth. Last edited by berighteous; 02-21-2011 at 07:17 AM..

02-21-2011, 10:25 AM	#14
ravenrose . Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: California Posts: 9,061 Gallery: ravenrose Stats: lost 130 lb so far, and miles to go before I sleep WOE: low carb controlled calorie Start Date: June, 2009	I have a Tanita from the drugstore. it's key to put it on a FLAT surface, no tile cracks or anything, which can really influence what the scale says. usually large differences are attributable to the scale not being supported properly, though some of the older spring-style scales were just inaccurate! I used to be able to change mine by five pounds just leaning hard left... be sure you get one that's rated well above your current weight too. I can reweigh over and over and mine never varies. it also seems to agree with the doctor's scales at several offices over years of visits. a good investment! the BAD thing is that it keeps your past weight. I do not want that. it embarrasses me! I have to weigh this large vase every time I step off the scale to clear the memory. it's a drag. I would look for one with no memory function when I get a new one. __________________ Often I don't come back to read threads where I've posted. If you want me to see something, please send me a private message. Thanks! Last edited by ravenrose; 02-21-2011 at 10:27 AM..

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02-21-2011, 07:12 AM	#2
Takeiteasy2000 Major LCF Poster! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Texas Posts: 1,984 Gallery: Takeiteasy2000 Stats: 280 22W/Reached goal of 160 on 12/22/05 WOE: Atkins Start Date: 4/21/01	I use a Tanita and it is very accurate. Weighs right with my Dr office.

02-21-2011, 07:13 AM	#3
lcditto Junior LCF Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Posts: 46 Gallery: lcditto WOE: Atkins Start Date: July 2002	Where there is less gravity. The best way to weigh in is, lay on your back and balance the scale on your feet. Measure yourself and watch for a decrease in inches. A pound of fat takes up more space than a pound of muscle.

02-21-2011, 07:37 AM	#7
Casey1983 Major LCF Poster! Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: London, United Kingdom Posts: 1,315 Gallery: Casey1983 Stats: 360/350.8/150 (2 months postpartum) WOE: Low Carb (Nursing) Start Date: 6/1/2012	This is the best scale I have ever owned. It weighs me the same every time. Great reviews on Amazon too! I love it because I don't have to tap it or bang it to get it to work just step right on! Really, it is great, and I am a scale snob lol! Amazon.com: Eatsmart Precision Plus Digital Bathroom Scale... Free shipping too!

02-21-2011, 07:46 AM	#8
Lucky4 Major LCF Poster! Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: All over the place Posts: 2,656 Gallery: Lucky4 Stats: Size 20-22/-31.6 lbs /Size 8-10 Right under 5'8" WOE: Back to Protein Power (LCer for a long time) Start Date: Restart Feb 1, 2011	I use our WII balance board--I did research it earlier on it's accuracy and found almost everyone thinks it's very accurate. It weighed me more than my Dr's scale though--but she was using a simple digital which suprised me. My mom has a sliding weight Dr's scale so next time I get there, I'll compare it with the WII. I have a normal scale here which is hilarious. If yours gives you 10 lb difference--this one can give up to a 30 lb difference!

02-21-2011, 09:03 AM	#10
Reva72 Big Yapper!!!! Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Missouri Posts: 9,007 Gallery: Reva72 Stats: 377 highest/321/199 WOE: Weight Watchers plus Start Date: 4/17/12	I use a Health O Meter and it weighs me right with the Dr. scale.

02-21-2011, 09:43 AM	#13
PaminKY Very Gabby LCF Member!!! Join Date: Mar 2003 Posts: 3,190 Gallery: PaminKY	I have this one and really like it. Amazon.com: Omron HBF-400 Body Fat Monitor and Scale:... I bought it from my workplace and the service department checked the accuracy before I took it home and it was right on the money.

02-21-2011, 10:32 AM	#15
stardustshadow Very Gabby LCF Member!!! Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Copenhagen, Denmark Posts: 3,365 Gallery: stardustshadow Stats: 248.6/163/150 WOE: VLC/IF Start Date: July 5th 2010 (Atkins)	Don't weigh on carpet or uneven floors!! I was looking to buy a scale and tried some in the store (this is right before I started Atkins) and got a ton of alarming differences. It turns out that the store was carpeted and I had not realized how much the floor surface would affect what the scale said. Anyhow...the best scale to use? The one on the moon....(lower gravity)....

02-21-2011, 01:17 PM	#17
kajunmommiee Senior LCF Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: louisiana Posts: 302 Gallery: kajunmommiee Stats: 301/254/150 WOE: Michael Thurmonds 6 week body make over Start Date: Sept. 2010	i use the Wii

02-22-2011, 10:13 AM	#18
miri2011 Junior LCF Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Louisiana Posts: 4 Gallery: miri2011 WOE: Low Carb/Atkins Start Date: Jan 2, 2011	Purchased the Health o Meter @ Walmart for $35. It measures weight up to 450, body fat, hydration, BMI, bone mass, and will store your info. up to the last 12 readings. Also stores up to 4 people using separate buttons for each. Accurate!