Body Composition Monitor & Scale – Track Skeletal Muscle Mass Loss/Gain, Weight (up to 330 pounds), Visceral Fat, BMI and More (Non-Bluetooth)

I bought this scale over a year ago. I used it almost daily for about 8 months, then stopped my weight loss program (bad idea), but at the beginning of 2013, I started the program again and started using the scale again. Here are my impressions from a year of use: 1) The scale provides accurate body weight results, as verified by my multiple visits to the doctor's office where I weighed myself both with and without clothing before going to the doctor's office. This scale had the exact same weight readings as each of the scales I stepped on in the various doctor's offices, when weighing myself in the same clothing and without consuming anything in between. Depending on what I was wearing, I found my clothing could add 2 - 10 lbs to the weight readings. 2) The body fat percent and muscle percent measurements seem to be affected a lot by water and muscle glycogen content. The more water weight you have, the higher your muscle percent reading will be and the lower your body fat percent reading will be. If you go on a diet and do lots of walking (I do 10 miles a day at 6% incline on my treadmill) it drains your muscle glycogen a little more each day and your fat percent reading increases with each day until you have used up all muscle glycogen. It took me about 8 lbs of weight loss (1 week at 10 miles per day and 1,000 calorie diet each day) before the readings leveled out. Once glycogen was depleted, the fat percentage stopped increasing. In fact, based on my calorie deficit for the day and the difference between subsequent days of readings, the the fat percentage difference converted to lbs of fat lost exactly matched my calorie deficit for the prior day. Prior to hitting glycogen depletion, the readings were more sporadic and it would appear that I was gaining and losing as much as 2 - 4 lbs of fat between days. My wife also had a water submersion test done to determine body fat percent, which is the most accurate way to determine it. That test put her at 34% body fat while the scale read 37.4%. That's a difference of about 5 lbs of fat for her weight. 3) The scale takes measurements fairly quickly. 4) The original batteries are still working, but I only weigh myself once a day. 5) The body age number seems a bit wacky. I am 32, but it says my body age is 71. I have lost about 35 lbs so far, and my body age has dropped from 75 to 71. I still have another 60 lbs to lose to hit my ideal weight (15% body fat). However, I have lost 1/3 of the weight I needed to lose and the body age has only changed by 4 years. So, that means when I hit my ideal weight, it will probably still be saying I am 63. I walked 1400 miles last year. 6) The visceral fat reading has dropped from 15 to 14. I seem to be stuck at 14. 15 is the highest reading. Even after my initial 8 months on my weight loss program eating a very clean diet, and losing 30 lbs, it still only went from 15 to 14 and has stayed there. I am not too sure it is working correctly. 7) Overall, the scale is awesome, and it is way more accurate than I expected it to be with weight and body fat readings. However, I would like the ability to import the data into my computer for tracking. I currently manually enter it into a Google Docs spreadsheet for tracking and graphing progress.

This scale is good because it gives you a way to track your weight over time of up to 90 days back that is the best thing. 1. You must only use the scale as basis to measure your progress of weight lose, fat percentage, muscle mass, and your resting metabolism over time. You need to know that it can be up 5% off but it will give you consistent results so what every the error rate is if you are going up or down it will show the progression. 2, I do like that this scale unlike some other scales doesn't let you pick out your exercise level and only judges you by weight, height and sex. When other scales ask for the exercise level the assume you fat or muscle is higher or lower for your category and gives you even more inaccurate info. 3. A lot of people complain about the scale is wrong because their fat and muscle mass is incorrect but clearly other people are not looking at their BMI which the scale shows if you are obese or over weight based on the bmi chart you can't be dramatically below those numbers because they are based on averages you may be in better shape but you still are carrying excess weight. My muscle mass is on the high normal side and my fat % is less percentage than bmi chart but not by much because I'm still in the obese category because I still have excess fat and weight to lose. 4. Other ways to determine may be more accurate like water volume testing and oxygen dispersement but the calipers method isn't any more accurate because it depends on the scale of the person doing it and when they do the test because the same person can have different results if they do the same test an hour later. 5. Scale accurate I did the weight test and my dumbbells weighted my dumbbells all 6 of them and they all came up exactly 0.20 off from the indicated dumbbell weight extremely accurate. 6. Resting Metabolism helps you get a better idea of what you need to eat to survive and work out without eating all your muscle mass. 6. You don't need the chart in the book to see how in shape or out of shape your muscle or fat is because it has black indicator line showing you or are either above average or below average. Helps you quickly see if you are going over into above average muscle mass and below normal fat content. 7. You don't need the chart in the book to see how in shape or out of shape your muscle or fat is because it has black indicator line showing you or are either above average or below average for your height, age, sex category. Helps you quickly see if you are going over into above average muscle mass and below normal fat content.

What an awesome scale if you are wanting to know your muscle, body fat, body in age well this is the perfect buy for you. It has 4 setting with memory for 4 people and it also has for guest. Your the same 4 people you will have to enter the sex, age, and height it will store that information along with your weight progress, muscle, body an age.

I bought this to replace my old Tanita body-fat scale. In my opinion, this scale is fine, but unless you are really into some of its special features, it's not worth the 2-3 times more money you will pay to get this instead of a more basic scale. Features and comments - Measures weight to nearest 0.2 lb (or 0.1 kg), estimates body fat to nearest 0.1%. This is good precision for a scale - my old scale measured to the nearest 0.5 lb and 0.5% body fat. Based on a 30 day comparison against my old scale, the weight measurement is very similar to the old scale. Body fat, however, swings up and down much more heavily on the Omron. The overall average is similar, but any given day's measurement is likely to be farther off the average. (I haven't been able to find a consumer reports or similar comparison of accuracy, but I would love to see one.) I had thought that the addition of the handles would produce more accuracy in the body fat measurement, but from what I have read, the feet-only scales are just about as accurate. (According to Omron's literature, the handles are good for end-of-day measurement, when gravity may have drawn more water to your legs). - Also calculates body mass index and estimates visceral fat level, skeletal muscle %, resting metabolism, and body age. Frankly, though, I can take or leave these measurements. BMI is easily calculated from weight and doesn't add much, and all of the rest of the measurements (including body fat %) are estimates based on the electrical conductivity of your body. Based on that, the scale estimates how much of your body is fat and how much is not, giving you body fat %. If the other numbers do anything for you, that's great, but for me, they're (1) basically another way of stating body fat % and (2) too many numbers to keep track of over time. - Can store profiles for up to 4 people. This is a pretty nice feature if 3 or 4 people will be using the scale. If not, look into the scales that only store profiles for 1 or 2 people, as needed - you will save some money. - Remembers weigh-in data for each person at 1, 7, 30, and 90 days. For some reason, although the scale stores the most recent 97 days, it will only display the 4 dates listed, plus the longest date within the 97 day memory. Basically, this scale does what it advertises, but most people probably won't get much out of the hand grips, or out of the additional calculations. Unless you're sure you want it, I would recommend a simpler, feet only scale that sticks to weight and body fat %.

I have been tracking body weight and composition for decades and this scale is the 3rd generation of an excellent body composition monitor. This system measures body weight in Kg or pounds, body mass index, it uses electrical impedance to calculate percent total body fat and muscle, visceral fat and finally calculates basal metabolic rate in Kcal/day, and estimates body age. I am an animal physiologist and have used various systems and methods to monitor these parameters. This system generates consistently plausible results. Indeed I used the first version in many student labs with confidence. Very nifty, very consistent. I've used it before and after workouts and allows me to determine water loss in addition to energy expenditures. Model 1 lasted almost 12 years the only reason I've replaced it is because it no longer re-zeros readily. I suspect the C model has greatly improved electronics and it seems faster, hopefully it will continue to serve my needs for another decade or more. Highly recommend

I bought this scale in Jan 2022 and used it successfully for 5 weeks before it suddenly failed (would display 0.0 lb upon initiation but fail to take measurements). I checked the user manual & troubleshooting guide before contacting customer service. No success. Then I contacted customer service via email; they posed questions which I answered thoroughly. They then asked me to call in to customer service which I did, spending significant time with a rep, re-answering the same questions posed by email, then going through the user manual's body measurement procedure twice over the phone. No success. Currently I am being sent a label to mail in the unit. They do not promise a replacement, saying they must examine the unit first. At this point the cost of my personal lost time exceeds the original cost of the product. And I still have no commitment from the company to replace the original unit with a functioning one. Infant mortalities happen, and good companies recognize and are able to deal with these situations. This company does not readily recognize the possibility of early failure in their product in their customer service processes. I would not recommend purchasing a product from this (or any other company) that does not have a reasonable return/exchange policy for defective units. 3/20/22 UPDATE: I sent the product to the supplier the day after the review for examination. I receive no updates from the company on the status of my return for weeks. On 3/18 I receive a shipment notice from Omicron. On 3/19, I receive a package. Inside was a replacement --- except it was a different product -- their less expensive bluetooth body composition monitor. So the company can't execute an exchange correctly. At this point, I don't plan to engage with the company further.

The Omron Body Composition Monitor with Scale has been an invaluable addition to my fitness journey. This device provides a comprehensive analysis of my body composition, empowering me to track my progress and make informed decisions about my health and fitness goals. First and foremost, the accuracy of the readings is impressive. The advanced technology used in this monitor ensures precise measurements for weight, body fat percentage, BMI, skeletal muscle, resting metabolism, visceral fat level, and body age. I find these readings to be reliable and consistent, which is crucial for monitoring changes in my body over time. The setup and usage of the monitor are incredibly user-friendly. The large LCD screen and straightforward buttons make it easy to navigate through the various functions. The monitor also features a memory function that can store up to 90 days of data, allowing me to track my progress and see trends in my fitness journey. One of the standout features of this monitor is its ability to recognize and store data for up to four different users. This is perfect for households with multiple individuals looking to monitor their fitness goals separately. Switching between user profiles is a breeze, making it convenient for each family member to access their personal data. I appreciate the sleek and modern design of the Omron Body Composition Monitor. It fits seamlessly into my bathroom decor and doesn't take up much space. The sturdy construction of the scale ensures durability and longevity, making it a reliable investment for the long term. The seven fitness indicators provided by this monitor offer a holistic view of my health and fitness progress. Beyond just weight, I can keep track of my body fat percentage and skeletal muscle mass, giving me a more accurate representation of my overall health and fitness levels. The monitor's ability to measure visceral fat is especially valuable, as it helps me understand my risk of developing certain health conditions related to excess belly fat. This knowledge motivates me to make healthier choices and maintain a balanced diet. Overall, the Omron Body Composition Monitor with Scale is a must-have for anyone serious about their health and fitness journey. Its accuracy, ease of use, and comprehensive features make it an excellent tool for tracking progress and staying accountable to fitness goals. Whether you are trying to lose weight, build muscle, or simply maintain a healthy lifestyle, this monitor will undoubtedly become an essential part of your routine. Invest in the Omron Body Composition Monitor, and take charge of your health and fitness with confidence!

I’ve been using the scale nearly every morning for a few months now. About 5. In that time, I’ve had 2 DEXA scans — both times, the scale has been within 1% of the body fat percentage after significant change in body comp. I was surprised by this because every piece of research I read talks about how unreliable Body Impedance Analysis is for body fat. Other scales have all really dramatically underestimated. So I’m not sure if it’s just my specific body structure; my lower body is much leaner than my upper. It’s a little clunky, but I follow the instructions. Haven’t really thought about it since that first week of practice. My only divergence is that I don’t always click the handle/screen into place; just lower effort to pick it up out of its little compartment. Overall, I can’t complain much. I feel like I can mostly trust it, at the very least for trend analysis. It’s expensive, but I like that it’s FSA eligible. I also like that it’s not “smart” — I’ve grown tired of janky/defunct apps and waiting an eternity for a sync to complete if I want to reweigh. Or giving away my data to dozens of companies. Though I know a lot of people find the number anxiety inducing, keeping track is important and helpful for my day. I write down the values I care about or snap photos, then record them in my fitness tracker: Fitbit, Garmin, Polar, Apple Health, Google health, and Samsung Health all support this. I’ve been liking Happy Scale on iOS, which pulls from many of the aforementioned.