How to choose floor scales for your home and what to look for when buying

When choosing floor scales for your home, you should first choose a model that has a set of functions and features that you (and other family members) need, and only then look at the color and design of the product.

Types of floor scales

Floor scales are generally divided into three types:

• Common;

• Diagnosis;

• Smart (also contain diagnostic functions).

Mechanical or electronic scales

So the question arises about the type of scale: mechanical or electronic? Both the first and second types have their pros and cons. Let’s start with the mechanics. They are more than well known to each of us.

Advantages of mechanical floor scales:

• No dependency on power supply. These scales do not need batteries or recharging, which is a clear advantage;
• Strength. Mechanical scales are famous for their durability, which is true. The device can support up to 250 kilograms;
• Availability. The price of mechanical scales is low and affordable for almost everyone.

Cons of mechanical floor scales:

• Limited functionality. All functions are limited by the fact that these types of scales can only display the weight of the user;
• Springlocated inside the scale, it wears out after a while and can start weighing with an error;

Electronic Balance

Electronic scales do not have such disadvantages. There are devices in the commercial space today that have high accuracy in weight measurement. But it is worth saying that among them there are also models with errors.

High accuracy is achieved with the help of special plates or voltage sensors that pass an electrical current through themselves. The disadvantage of such models is the need for a power source.

If, choosing such a device, you want to save as much as possible, then, most likely, the option of electronic scales will not suit you. One of the cheapest options for mechanical floor scales can be called the Axion VNM21, which is available on AliExpress.

Types of electronic scales and the difference between them

Below are the types of electronic scales:

• Common. Its functionality is limited to measuring weight only. Nice additions and opportunities, such scales will not show themselves;
• Diagnosis. It not only measures body weight, but also can calculate body mass index, but also the percentage of water, fat, muscle, and bone tissue in the body;
• Intelligent. It has all the additions like the previous types. But only smart scales have remote control capability by syncing the scale with your mobile device.

Necessarily! Diagnostic and smart scales have some contraindications for their operation. This is because current is not allowed to pass through any body. Children under the age of six and pregnant women cannot use this type of scale. Pregnant girls may not be banned, but this simply does not make sense, since the indicators will not be accurate.

What to look for when buying floor scales

Undoubtedly, the main criterion for scales is accuracy, but there are still other points that you need to pay attention to when choosing such devices. Here are those details:

• Material body. Bathroom scales made of plastic, wood, glass or metal are usually found on the market. We usually weigh ourselves barefoot, so it is worth choosing the material that is able to keep heat and not cause discomfort. The first two are considered the most comfortable, but the glass or metal case is usually cooled before use;
• Strength. If you own a large scale, don’t forget to find out the maximum weight capacity of the scale. It is usually up to 130-150 kilograms, but there are also models that hold up to 250 kilograms;
• Mistake. Ordinary mechanical watches can fail up to 1.5 kilograms, while high-quality electronic watches are only 0.1. If this point is of great importance to you, then you should pay attention to models that give a smaller error;
• Moisture resistance. This is an important point if the scale will be used, for example, in the bathroom;
• Units. Scales are often capable of measuring in two measurement systems. Consider this point so that in the morning you do not have to convert pounds to kilograms.

No matter how strange it may sound, be sure to pay attention to reviews before you buy. I never review devices (and other products) with a rating lower than 4.

Functions and features of smart floor scales

Electronic floor models boast a host of additional features that are completely inaccessible to their mechanical counterparts. But you need to understand that, with a high probability, each of them will increase the final cost of the device, so before buying, you need to think about whether you really need these or those features of “smart” scales. Below are some of the characteristics that these or other functions grant:

• Hydration level. Simply put, this indicator shows how much fluid is in the human body. It totally depends on body weight. With dehydration we can already speak of the beginning of obesity;
• muscle percentage. Athletes usually consider models with such a function;
• Memory. The scale remembers your current weight and analyzes it forever. These types of devices can usually be tracked by multiple people at once. The most advanced ones do not need configurations, since they themselves determine the user;
• Calculation of body mass index (BMI). Available in all scales that can be paired with a phone. To do this, you will need to enter gender, height, weight and other parameters. After each weighing, the scale will automatically calculate the BMI;
• biological age. With the help of this chip, you can assess the correctness of the passage of metabolic processes;
• Request. Synchronization between balance and smartphone/s. Yes, it is convenient, especially when the user of such scales plays sports, leads an active life, eats well and generally takes care of his body. But it is worth saying that many people who bought scales with this function simply forget about this function after a week.

Among smart floor scales, a model called Mi Smart Scale 2 from Xiaomi has become famous. It has a large number of chips that are necessary for the average person.

conclusion

Currently, there are a huge number of floor-scale models, and each of them has its own nice additions. However, do not forget that your main task is accuracy. Therefore, if your budget does not allow it, then it would be better to buy a simpler scale model (outwardly, or without gimmicked chips), but on the other hand, it is of high quality and guaranteed.

Yes, manufacturers introduce and implement new features every day, but you have to develop your requests and requirements. Keep a cool head and only make smart purchases.

Thanks for your attention. Have a nice shopping! I also want to offer you to see an article about “10 smart speakers with voice assistant support“.

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