How to Buy a Bathroom Scale
If you're in the market to buy a bathroom scale, you may be in for a big surprise. Gone are the days where the only offering was a simple scale with a needle reading and a comforting margin of error. Whether you're looking to calculate your body fat as well as your weight or you want a sleek glass model for your bathroom, there's a scale out there for you.
- Difficulty:
- Moderately Easy
Instructions
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Accuracy: The Key Consideration
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Find out your exact weight on a scale that not only gives you a reading in pounds, but in ounces as well. If you're serious about weight loss, this type of scale may be the one for you. A loss of several ounces may be enough to cheer you on to the next day.
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Look for automatic zero calibration. Basically, it resets itself back to true zero after you step off the scale. This prevents the need for manual turning of the old dial and cheating with the numbers.
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Choose a scale with a larger weight range if you're on the heavy side. Some modern bathroom scales weigh accurately to as much as 650 pounds. Be sure the scale that you choose will suit your weight needs.
Other Considerations
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Consider what you will be using the scale for: a quick check for weight maintenance or daily weigh-ins for weight loss. Let that determine the type of scale that you will buy.
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Consider the cost. Scales range in price from $10 for a no-frills model to $150 for one with all the bells and whistles. Determine the amount you're willing to pay, and stick to it. Many high-tech models can be found for under $50.
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Decide whether you want a traditional, analog or digital scale. You can still find the old-fashioned kind for greatest simplicity. Analog scales don't require batteries, while many digital scales do. For those requiring a battery, choose one with an on/off switch to preserve your battery life.
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Select a scale that has a memory recall feature if you want to compare previous weights.
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Choose a scale that determines the ratio of your weight to body fat if you're really serious about getting in shape. Note that these scales may be more costly than typical scales.
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Look for easy readability. A scale may be top of the line, but if it's unreadable then it's not the scale for you. Make sure you can read it from a standing height.
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