Track your weight journey with CNET's top picks of the best smart scales, tested and reviewed by our health experts.
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The right smart scale for you will include the most features you want at the right price for your budget.
Be sure to check the smart scale's weight capacity to ensure it can handle your weight.
If you already use a fitness app, be sure that the smart scale is compatible with it.
If you struggle with body image, consult with your doctor to find the best option for you. Some scales come with the option to hide your weight.
Determine if you'd like your smart scale to connect to Wi-Fi, Bluetooth or both.
You want a smart scale that has an interface that's easy to read and follow. Especially if there will be multiple users.
Choose a smart scale that is long-lasting and can handle multiple recharges or battery changes.
If privacy is of concern, make sure you read the privacy policy of the smart scale you plan to purchase first.
Whether you're going to use the scale often or occasionally, you want a smart scale with decent battery life that doesn't require constant recharging.
CNET’s expert staff reviews and rates dozens of new products and services each month, building on more than a quarter century of expertise.
The right smart scale for you will include the most features you want at the right price for your budget.
Be sure to check the smart scale's weight capacity to ensure it can handle your weight.
If you already use a fitness app, be sure that the smart scale is compatible with it.
If you struggle with body image, consult with your doctor to find the best option for you. Some scales come with the option to hide your weight.
Determine if you'd like your smart scale to connect to Wi-Fi, Bluetooth or both.
You want a smart scale that has an interface that's easy to read and follow. Especially if there will be multiple users.
Choose a smart scale that is long-lasting and can handle multiple recharges or battery changes.
If privacy is of concern, make sure you read the privacy policy of the smart scale you plan to purchase first.
Whether you're going to use the scale often or occasionally, you want a smart scale with decent battery life that doesn't require constant recharging.
Regardless of what your health and weight goals are, the right at-home equipment can make the process easier to track consistently. With the best smart scales, monitoring your weight can be as simple as connecting your scale to an app. These scales are called “smart” not only for their connectivity but also because they measure key health metrics like body fat percentage, heart rate, muscle mass and more, along with your weight.
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These smart scales will even sync the data to your phone for added convenience, with support for major health apps like Apple Health and Google Fit. This adds another dimension to your weight progress, since your weight data can be compiled with data from other wearables like the Apple Watch or a smart ring. All this data means you don't have to resort to guesswork in tracking health data and your progress throughout a fitness journey.
To test these smart scales, I used a control weight from a recent doctor’s appointment to compare against the numbers served up by these scales. Then I tested the scales at home daily for two weeks, weighing myself multiple times on each scale at the same time of day. Taking into account each scale's consistency and accuracy, and the measurements it provided, I determined which options are truly worth the money.
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Since most of these smart scales offer different options for different preferences, we decided not to pick a best-overall option. Each smart scale has unique (and some similar) qualities that fit your specific needs, whether you're an athlete or someone who monitors their weight occasionally.
The Wyze Scale X is the most versatile scale on the list because it can weigh adults, babies, pets and even luggage. The face of the scale is made up of smooth tempered glass and it's conveniently lightweight and thin so it can be stored easily. It has a weight capacity of 400 pounds, so people of various sizes can comfortably use it. You can create up to eight profiles and customize them accordingly. This scale can read up to 13 body composition metrics, including body fat percentage, basal metabolic rate, metabolic age, muscle mass, body mass index and heart rate. This scale is battery-powered, so it's not rechargeable.
The Wyze app can be connected to the scale only via Bluetooth. It's easy to sync up once you follow the steps provided by the app. You can customize your profile based on your gender, age, height and activity level. If you're pregnant or have an implanted device you can turn on the pregnancy or weight-only mode. The Wyze Scale also connects to integrated apps like Apple Health, Fitbit and Google Fit.
The Wyze scale was consistent through every weigh-in. It provides quick readings, but the LED display panel only shares your weight and body fat percentage. In the Wyze app, you can find the rest of the body composition metrics. The initial page shows you your weight, BMI, body fat and muscle mass. To view the rest you have to click on a drop-down button on the home screen. I thought the app could do a better job of explaining the purpose of each measurement, but it does give you a synopsis for each one as you click through. It also provides a rubric with which range you fall in, but it's not clear whether that means you're in a healthy range or not.
The Wyze app can also read your heart rate. Its approach is unconventional since other scales have heart rate built into their software, whereas Wyze measures your heart rate by connecting to the smartphone camera and having you place your finger over the lens to get a reading. You can export your data if you need to share it with your doctor or another health practitioner. Overall, I liked this scale because it is customizable for the whole family, has an easy-to-read app and is inexpensive for all that it offers.
The Oxiline Scale X Pro is a comprehensive smart scale that provides eight real-time readings directly on its display and 16 total metrics when synced with the app. It measures key body stats such as BMI, body fat percentage, visceral fat and water weight, delivering results in a few seconds.
The Scale X Pro is engineered with BodyEcho technology, ensuring accurate and consistent measurements across all metrics. Whether you’re tracking body fat, muscle mass or other health indicators, the scale delivers reliable data to help you stay informed and on track to your wellness goals.
The app seamlessly integrates with all other Oxiline devices, providing a centralized hub for tracking your health data. It also works with Apple and Android health platforms, making it a versatile tool for monitoring your progress. Additionally, Oxiline offers a lifetime warranty on all its products, giving you peace of mind and long-term support.
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This scale from Renpho is the best option if you want a user-friendly smart scale app. The scale uses both Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, which is helpful since it means you can save your data in Wi-Fi mode and sync it up later via Bluetooth. This sleek, black design doesn't look as fancy as the other high-end scales on the list, but it's the right size to store in your bedroom or bathroom. It's battery-powered, so if you want a rechargeable scale, this may not be the best choice for you. This scale provides unlimited user profiles and is suitable for weighing infants and adults alike. It's important to note that, unlike most of the other scales on this list, this one does not have a mode for pregnant people or those with implanted devices.
Connecting to the Renpho app is easy. All you have to do is find your scale on the Bluetooth device list and follow the directions provided for setting it up. Upon weighing yourself, the only metrics this scale displays are your weight, body fat percentage and BMI. When you open up the app, you'll see up to 13 body composition measurements displayed in a chart. I liked the interface of this app because although it's simple, the design shows all the information clearly. You can click through each measurement and a colorful rubric tells you where you land compared to standard ranges. You can also view your measurement trends in the form of a line graph across a week, month or year. If you'd like to sync your Renpho scale with third-party apps, you can connect it to Apple Health, Google Fit, Fitbit App and Samsung Health. I also found the weigh-ins with the Renpho scale to be repeatedly consistent throughout the two-week testing period.
Smart scales can get complicated fast, but Renpho keeps things simple. If you're new to smart scales or want one that isn't complicated to follow, you'll be satisfied with this version.
It may not seem like a big deal, but the way a scale shows readings on its display screen can make or break your experience. This is especially true if you have vision issues or are tall and would like your scale to have larger fonts for easier reading. Etekcity's HR Smart Fitness Scale has the best display screen because the high-resolution graphics make it easy to read your weight, and it depicts a custom set of key measurements on the screen (so you don't have to go to the app every time).
This scale connects via Wi-Fi and Bluetooth and is easy to set up when you download the Vesync app. Once you're in the app you can set up unlimited user profiles and customize each one. This smart scale has a 400-pound weight capacity and can also be used in Zero-Current mode, which only reads your weight and BMI. This makes it user-friendly for pregnant people and those with implanted devices like a pacemaker. It also has a Baby Mode, intended to weigh infants and pets.
In the Vesync app, you can customize the display screen to include up to seven body metrics. Besides your weight, this can include your heart rate, muscle mass, bone mass and other options. The scale takes turns displaying each metric instead of overwhelming the screen with all of them at once. When you open up the app after weighing yourself, you can access about 14 body composition measurements. It has a similar layout to the Renpho app, so it's easy to read. As you click through each metric, you'll see an explanation about its importance and where you fall on their rubric scale. You can also connect to an Alexa device if you want a hands-free voice control option.
lps display If you're looking to lose or gain weight, the app also lets you set goals and dial in on your calorie intake and daily activity. That's where connecting to a third-party app could be helpful, so you have the data all in one place. Other third-party apps you can sync with this scale include Apple Health, Google Fit, Samsung Health, Fitbit and MyFitnessPal.