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We Know: How to Buy a Bathroom Scale
About Bathroom Scales
Many households include a bathroom scale. For those concerned about their weight or who wish to monitor it on a
regular basis, a bathroom scale is very convenient. Modern scales can be quite accurate and especially easy to use
in the privacy of your own home.
Bathroom Scale Optional Features
When shopping for a bathroom scale, look for the following optional features:
- Easy to read LCD display.
- Automatic zero calibration. Prevents having to manually reset the scale prior to each use.
- Automatic shut off. Extends the battery life.
- Incremental readings. Some units will read 1/10ths of a pound, others will only read in half pound increments.
- Maximum weight sufficient. Accuracy of a scale is guaranteed only up to a certain amount of pounds. Be sure that
the weight that the scale can handle will be sufficient for your use.
- Non-slip surface. This helps to prevent accidents, especially if your feet are wet.
- Analog or digital operation. Analog units usually don't require batteries but may not be as easy to use as
digital units which do require batteries.
- Body fat analysis. Determine your weight to body fat ratio.
- Convenient power-on and power-off. Many scales have a power switch that you can activate with your foot.
Bathroom Scales
Depending on your style preference and budget, you have many bathroom scales from which to choose, including:
- Taylor 7009 Electronic Lithium Scale: Sells for around $18.
- Health-o-Meter HAP200KD-41 Professional Dial Scale: Sells for around $35.
- Tanita 2001W-B Ultimate Body Fat Bathroom Scale: Sells for around $35.
- Weight Watchers WW10R Compact Precision Electronic Scale: Sells for around $26.
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