Recommendation for Scales?

I need to buy a scale, it's been years since I owned one.   I always do the "I can tell by how my clothes fit" method.  That's been suuuuuper successful.  My mom finallly convinced me that being accountable to a number, and watching that number (hopefully) go down, would be much more motivating.

What is a good one that won't break the bank?

Thanks!

Leah

All I know is to not get an analog scale... I can't see the numbers from where I stand (and I'm only 5'5")..... I have tried using binoculars to look down, and since that didn't work, I make my boyfriend be the messenger since if I bend down and rebalance myself, it messes up the reading....... blech

I have the same problem with my scales.  It's had to see which lb it's on.  I'm thinking of investing in some digital ones.

I got a digital one from AVON (about 30$)  It does weght in pounds+oz. or kilos you can also program it to show your water level and body fat percentage.

I've been having a heck of a time trying to find a scale that goes up to the 400-420 range that isn't gonna break the bank.  The only ones I've been able to find go to 350 lbs, or if they do go to 400 (and above), they are a couple hundred dollars or more.  I have even googled it.  The one advertised at the Wal-Mart.com site that 'claims' to go to 400 lbs is, in actuality, a scale that only goes to 350.  Yes, I found out the hard way.  (Ordered it, waited 12 days for it to arrive, only to have to return it.) I'd like to find one that is around $50 (less would be even BETTER) ...    So, while you are making suggestions, if you come across any that fall under the kind I'm looking for, I'd like to hear them as well!

TIA!
(thanks in advance)

I'm pretty sure I have this exact scale, and it's great! No weird problems like different readings if you weigh yourself twice in a row. It goes to the nearest .5 pound. It also has a body fat% monitor, but I've read (on here, I think) not to trust the numbers it gives you on that too much. Anyway, I'd recommend it!

Regarding the need for a scale that goes to 400, maybe you could ask your doctor if you could stop in and weigh yourself daily?  That would be a PITA, but I bet you'll be below 400 very quickly once you get going.

Definitely don't get an Analog!  I found out that unless my feet are positioned exactly right (and I'm not sure exactly what that is) that the numbers shift by where my weight is distributed.  Hard to tell if you are getting a true reading or not!

When I started about 2 weeks ago I got a $10 scale at Bath and Body Works.  It's only a lb off from the scale at the doctor's and doesn't change if you step off and then back on.  It's digital, but isn't too fancy (Doesn't really do any decimals except .5).  It's also purple! So I find I dread it a little less, just cause the color's happy.

I just discovered this site that sells all kinds of scales, including those that go up to (and beyond!) 400 lbs, and they are very decently priced.  I am planning on getting my scale next month from this place.

Old Will Knotts Scales

Also, the ones that go over 400 lbs are called "bariatric scales".  Didn't know that so I learned something new!

I JUST bought a new scale at Target.   It's by Metro Basic: a 5 dollar analog scale because I'm pretty broke.  DO NOT buy this scale.  It's a piece of junk and doesn't work at all.  Mine can't even be adjusted to 0 and when i stand on it the needle doesnt' move.

I don't want to like plug myself here or anything, but I sell things on ebay, wholesale to retail, and I have a digital scale, and also heart rate monitors and blood pressure monitors.  If anybody wanted to buy them from me, I wouldn't mark up the price for you guys, since you all are my weightloss amigos.  I'll give them to you for the price that I get them for.  Ex.  The scale that I have, is this.

http://www.mitechtrading.com/glass-electronic -body-fat-scale-p-34446.html 

HealthSmart Glass Electronic Body Fat Scale

It's an $81.00 scale that I get for $19.58 plus shipping.

So, if anyone would like it, I'll gladly send them to you.  Shipping is $12.00

I'm sorry, I don't want you guys to think I'm trying to make any money off this, cause those are the prices that I get them for.  I know it's annoying when people plug their stuff.

That scale only goes up to 330 lbs though.

Gypsy

I'm definitely interested, gypsy.

what are the features? obviously it measures body fat... does it do water too? is it accurate?

description HealthSmart Glass Electronic Body Fat Scale. This is loaded with outstanding features. Comes equipped with 4 highly precise strain gauge sensors 1 LCD display 8mm tempered safety glass platform auto zero-auto off stores up to 10 users and low battery indicator. For ages 10+ weight capacity is 330 lbs (150kgs) weight graduation 100g fat graduation .5. Includes battery. Gift boxed 5 lbs. 4800PT 80.95 Item #ELSCALE Sorry, that is all the info I have for it, and i looked around the internet, couldn't find anymore info...

I also have the body by jake ab scissors, bun and thigh roller,cardio cruiser,and hip and thigh sculpter. Sorry, I suck... <<<<Plugging away...

I swear I don't mean it:P

Gypsy

Yeah, I happen to be a fan of analog scales, simply because I enjoy the suspense of the needle going up as I slowly take my hands off the towel rack...What will my weight be? Drum roll.......

You just don't get that with digital scales.

And why is it, by the way, that I'm ALWAYS at least 5lbs heavier at the doctor's office? Probably the time of day, and the fact that usually I've eaten at least two meals before I go (at home I weigh myself in the morning with no clothes on), but still! It's frustrating!

i know... i hate that i feel like ive made all this progress and then i step on my mom's scale and i'm almost right back where i started.

Jennelaw, my scale is exactly the same!  If I move forward, or even slightly back, I'm heavier... I have no idea where to stand and where the accurate reading is.

My boyfriend and I smacked heads really hard this morning when we were both struggling to figure out the reading.... it's the scale from hell... which I also purchased at Target for cheap, so maybe Huggitbear and I have the same one........... blah

I have an analog one that works just fine.  I can read it, no problem.  It's probably from Linens 'N Things - I got it for a present :-)