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Tanita Body Fat/Body Water Monitor BF-680W

*Est. $65

Tanita Body Fat/Body Water Monitor BF-680W

Best bathroom scale overall

pros
  • Accurate
  • Easy-to-read digital display
  • Adult, child and athlete modes
cons
  • Body-fat measurements not consistent
  • 300-pound weight limit
 
 
Where to Buy
  • Bodytronics

    for $69.95

  • Wholesale Point, Inc.

    for $69.99

  • Amazon Marketplace

    for $45.64

 
 
 

March 2009. The Tanita Body Fat/Body Water Monitor BF-680W is praised in reviews for its accurate and consistent weight measurements. While reviewers say that it measures weight more accurately than it does body fat or water percentage, they also note that the latter features are still useful to track overall changes. The Tanita scale has a weight capacity of 300 pounds, which is low compared to other scales. On the other hand, users love the easy-to-read 1.3-inch display. If you just want a simple bathroom scale that measures weight only, experts recommend the Health o meter HDL820-18 (*est. $25) as a well-regarded, basic scale.

We found the best reviews for the Tanita BF-680W bathroom scale at Amazon.com, where owners consistently give it high marks. Consumer Reports also tests the Tanita scale in a 2004 test of body fat monitors.

Where To Buy
 
 
Featured StoresStore RatingNotesTotal Price
BodytronicsBodytronics has not yet been reviewed0 store reviewsIn Stock. New - Ships 1-2 Days$69.95
Wholesale Point, Inc.Wholesale Point, Inc. has not yet been reviewed0 store reviewsIn Stock. New$69.99
Amazon MarketplaceAmazon Marketplace rated 3.00 (168 reviews)168 store reviewsIn Stock. Fantastic prices with ease & comfort of Amazon.com!$45.64
 
 
 

Our Sources

1. Amazon.com

Nearly 70 Amazon.com users praise the Tanita BF-680W for being extremely dependable, giving it an overall above-average rating. Some users say that although the body-fat measurements are not as accurate as professional measurements, they are consistent enough to gauge any changes.

Review: Tanita BF680W Duo Scale Plus Body Fat Monitor, Contributors to Amazon.com

2. ConsumerReports.org

Editors of Consumer Reports test six body-fat scales for accuracy and features. The Tanita BF-680W is included. Editors point out that most body-fat monitors don't give very accurate readings but can serve as a point of reference for overall changes.

Review: Body Fat Scales, Editors of Consumer Reports, Jan. 2004

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