Weight scales are commonly used in homes to determine if you are at a healthy weight. The traditional digital and analog scales that only display pounds have some new competition. Home scales now often display BMI (body mass index), metabolic age, muscle mass, body water, and may even make suggestions, like how many calories are suggested daily. Whatever factors you may wish to monitor can often be found on a bathroom scale.
Tanita
Tanita has been a top weight scale manufacturer since the 1940s. All Tanita scales are FDA approved, ensuring precision and quality. An impressive line of technologically advanced Tanita scales are available. Consumers can choose from features like solar scales, a wireless transmitter that sends readings to a personal computer, a remote tabletop display for easy reading and electrodes that provide a bio electrical impedance analysis for a detailed breakdown of a person's body.
Taylor, HoMedics and Salter
HoMedics Corporation acquired Taylor Precision Products in 2002, then purchased Salter Housewares Ltd, in 2004. The three combined brands are a strong force in the weight scale market. Look for HoMedics lovely ceramic tile scales, that complement any bathroom. Fans of NBC's TV show "The Biggest Loser" should check out Taylor's line named for the show, that feature spacious platforms and 400 lb. capacity. One of Salter's stand out products is the UST Glass Analyzer Scale that reads BMI and body water percentage, for up to 10 users.
Seca
Seca has produced high precision scales since 1840. Seca offers high quality mechanical and digital home scales. Some models have waist high or knee high displays. The higher displays make reading the display easier, and may lead to a more accurate reading, since the user does not have to bend down to see the display. The Seca Robusta 813 is a good choice for anyone needing a high capacity scale. The Robusta 813 has a 440 lb. capacity, is made of sturdy steel, and has a large, non-skid platform.
Trimmer
Trimmer produces solid, affordable scales, with some models starting around $25 in 2009. For a person looking for weight loss, the Trimmer Goal Tracker Digital Scale is a fun choice. The Goal Tracker uses a glass platform and displays current weight, goal weight and the percentage change from last weigh in. Another glass platform Trimmer scale is the Blue Backlight Digital Glass Scale, which has a glowing blue backlight and five-year warranty.
Soehnle
Soehnle scales are not only accurate and high quality, they have some of the most beautiful designs. The Soehnle 63200 Legno Digital Bath Scale is made with water- and scratch-resistant high quality natural cherry wood with stainless steel trim. This chic scale has a large display and thin design. Another accurate beauty is the Soehnle Zeta EBS, with two plates of safety glass and a sensitive sensor that starts up as soon as it is stepped on.
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