Our Tanita model BF-626 is truly out of this world! If you are interested in accurately and easily determining your body fat percentage, this scale is perfection.

Why I Chose This Type of Scale:
Bodybuilding is a way of life for my husband and I. Anything I can do to make my "machine" (as I like to call it) look better, feel better and last longer is my TOP priority. I had been working out for a long period of time, lifting weights and running daily on my treadmill (also rated on epinions). But I was not seeing the results I was seeking. So, I decided it was time to start working on lowering my body fat percentage in order to get more lean. I felt I had a good diet, but the only way to know for sure was through testing my body fat. So, I proceded to purchase a plastic body fat caliper. This tool has been used for years at gyms, but it is difficult for someone who is not experienced. I would get readings that were 10% points apart! That was truly unreliable. I needed something that was accurate and fool-proof.

My sister's husband purchased a Tanita scale a few years ago with a body fat tester. We were there when they used it for the first time, we tried it as well. I remembered that scale and asked my husband's opinion on it. He is the best at researching things on the web, so he looked into Tanita's scales. The problem was, the majority of their scales measured body fat for average individuals. But since we are very active, working-out a minimum of 10 hours per week, we needed to find one that would accurately measure our body fat. There were a few Tanita's that offered an "Athlete" user mode. This is just what we were searching for! But this Tanita BF-626 offered very precise body fat and weight increments, unlike the other Tanita models.

Terrific Features:
The BF-626 model because it has a 2 person memory. The memory locations store two sets of pre-programmed personal data for ease and speed. It also has a guest mode for use by others. They can still enter in all of their personal information, without having anyone else see their weight if they are self-conscious. So, anyone can hop on and get an accurate reading.

Possibly the most important reason to choose this scale is the fact that the body fat increments are to the tenth of a percentage (.1%) and the weight increments are to the tenth of a pound (.1 lb). If you want a truly accurate reading, you don't want a scale with .5% and .5 lb increments. You want it to be exact, at least I do. I want to know EXACTLY how my body fat is progressing. 1/2 of a percentage point is a lot, I would want to know more specifically if I am losing it since it would take some time to lose 1/2 a percentage point of body fat. Likewise with pounds. Call me a perfectionist, but if I am going to purchase a scale, it better be extremely accurate - to the tee. As with a body fat tester, it had better be precise. The Tanita BF-626 is just that, it is perfectly accurate.

But if you are not an athlete, this scale is also highly appropriate. It has adult and child user modes as well. And the precise increments will prove to be very useful to the average person as well. It gives you an exact reading, which any person can appreciate. And it also has a "Healthy Range" indicator, which let's you know if you are under-weight, average or over-weight. This scale has a weight capacity of up to 300 lbs.

Appearance:
This scale is very modern and high-tech looking. It is dark gray in color, with silver scratch-resistant electrode foot pads. It has 3 control buttons and 2 memory buttons.

How Accurate Can It Be?
Extremely. Since it measures your body fat according to your gender, age, height and weight...the end result is extremely accurate. Your body fat is actually measured using a "bioelectrical impedance analysis" method. This scale is supported by medical research.

How Does It Work?
Your personal information (user mode, gender, age, height) is easily entered and stored. When you want to weigh yourself and/or measure your body fat, you simply tap the memory button located on the front of the unit. It beeps once and then you step onto the unit, barefoot. As the scale determines your exact weight, to the tenth of a pound, it beeps and locks in that weight. 5 seconds later, it determines your exact body fat percentage, to the tenth as well.

Conclusion:
The Tanita BF-626 is ideal for anyone who is interested in monitoring his/her weight and body fat but is NOT interested in spending a fortune on a professional unit. Using the same technology, the BF-626 offers many features as well as a completely precise reading. If I could describe this scale in one word, I would choose "outstanding." Thanks to this scale, I have been able to monitor my body fat and I am now seeing the results in my physique I did not see before. I have learned how to get more lean and this scale has helped me ensure my progress. I would HIGHLY recommend the Tanita BF-626 because it is more precise than most others, it's easy to use, it's durable, the price is right and it's really neat looking.

Recommended: Yes