10 Best Bathroom Scales, Tested by Tech Experts (2024)

The engineers and product analysts at the Good Housekeeping Institute test everything you need for your health and fitness journey, from food tracker apps to sleep apps, home workout equipment, healthy recipes and more. To choose the best bathroom scales, we reviewed more than a dozen scales in the Media & Tech Lab in our most recent tests. We evaluated each scale for its size (including display size and readability), ease of use, smart features and more. We also paid very close attention to each scale’s accuracy and precision by comparing test sample weights against those of our calibrated Lab scale. According to our extensive testing data and consumer reviews, these are the best bathroom scales of 2024 that you can count on.

At the end of this roundup are helpful tips to help you learn which bathroom scales are the most accurate and what features to look out for. And don’t forget to learn about our tech experts' favorite fitness watches and trackers to help you track your overall health.

This scale connects with your phone via Wi-Fi to track weight, total body fat, water percentage, bone and muscle mass and more. While not all features (i.e. weather) seemed critical to our test panel, the scale includes loads of insights, making it a good pick for someone looking to keep tabs on their health metrics. In Lab tests, a similar (yet slightly pricier) Withings' scale was our top performer, thanks to its accuracy, as well as the responsive display that’s super easy to read.

Our pros agree that this model is the perfect fit for both larger and petite figures, and we appreciate that it can monitor up to eight unique profiles. Just keep in mind that the initial Wi-Fi setup will likely be a bit more time-consuming than that of other non-smart scales, but it’s well worth it in the end. Our pros are also fans of the intuitive and user-friendly Withings Health Mate app, where all your stats and measurements will be synced.

With an average 4.7-star rating on Amazon, this smart scale offers up a lot of quality for the price. But just because it’s super affordable doesn’t mean that it skips out on extra features like connectivity to the Renpho Health app where you can track your weight (and 12 other stats).

In Lab tests, our product analysts found the scale on the smaller side, but the red number display was easy to read from a distance. Upon stepping on the scale we noticed that it woke up immediately. Our experts warn that weight measurements were not quite as accurate as more premium picks, though fluctuations were minimal.

While we haven’t formally tested this scale in the Media & Tech Lab, some of our product analysts have been using it for years and love it. Not only is it an Amazon customer favorite with an average 4.6-star rating, but it quickly connects to the FITINDEX app where you can track up to 13 measurements like weight, body fat ratio, muscle mass and more. And its compact footprint makes a good fit for most small bathrooms.

We love that for less than half the price of some other more premium scales, this one comes with a lot of great value and you can store an unlimited number of profiles, making it a great choice for the family. According to online reviewers, however, it may be less accurate.

The Eufy Smart Scale C1 makes it easy to sync health data to a third-party app, whether your health tracking platform of choice is from Apple, Fitbit or Google. “This scale is a nice option for large, active families who want to track wellness metrics since it can store up to 16 users at once, even if they all use different wearables,” says Rachel, who road-tested the Eufy for several months in her home. The scale uses built-in sensors to measure a range of metrics — weight, body mass, visceral fat and more.

This Eufy scale performed well in our Lab accuracy tests, and online reviews are also positive: It has over 12,000 reviews on Amazon with an average 4.7 stars, with the Eufy’s exceptional price contributing to the appeal. Some testers do point out, though, that the platform size may feel a bit small for some.

The engineers and product analysts have been testing digital bathroom scales for decades at the Good Housekeeping Institute’s Media & Tech Lab. In our most recent tests, our pros evaluated over a dozen bathroom scales. To narrow down the best ones for your home, we test each scale for accuracy and precision by comparing recorded weights of test samples with those from our calibrated Lab scale.

Since most people step on the scale regularly, our experts also consider ease-of-use features, such as platform size, display readability, how quickly the scale turned on and off, and, when applicable, how easy it is to input personal information, such as age and gender. If available, we assess smart features such as Bluetooth or Wi-Fi connectivity and how easy it is to switch among member profiles.

✔️ Type: Analog scales use mechanical springs to measure weight, while digital scales rely on built-in sensors. A subset of the digital category is smart scales, whose Wi-Fi or Bluetooth connectivity makes it possible to upload information to your smartphone or computer and keep track of health changes over time. There's no right type of scale, though our pros do prefer digital scales or smart scales for their ease of use and accuracy.

✔️ Weight capacity: Most bathroom scales have a weight capacity of up to 400 pounds, give or take. If you prefer to have a higher capacity, double-check the maximum weight before purchasing.

✔️ Ease of use: A bathroom scale should not only be easy to set up but also feature a platform with ample room to stand. It should be responsive and display your weight or other measurements quickly and clearly. Consider the size of the display screen as well and whether the numbers appear large and bright so you'll have no issues reading your results.

✔️ Metrics tracking: The bathroom scale you ultimately choose will depend on your fitness and weight-tracking goals and how you intend to use the scale. Besides simply providing weight, some of our top smart scale picks also measure body fat percentage, metabolic rate and bone and muscle mass, all of which can be helpful for tracking progress over time when used properly. (FYI: Some scales also measure body mass index, but our health experts believe that BMI is a misleading indicator of health. To learn more about why, you can read up on the problematic history of BMI.)

✔️ Connectivity: Some smart bathroom scales can sync to an app on your smartphone via Bluetooth or Wi-Fi to track your health metrics. If you’re training for a race or looking to improve athletic performance, the various tracking features of a smart digital scale might be worthwhile. But the connectivity often costs more, and it makes the overall experience more complex, so if your only goal is to check your weight once a week, consider spending less on a basic bathroom scale that does its job accurately and reliably.

All things being equal, digital scales tend to be more accurate than analog ones. They can also measure more than just weight, such as bone and muscle mass and hydration.

With any scale, accuracy depends on proper usage. Always place the scale on a hard, flat surface (bathroom floors are ideal). It’s a good idea to calibrate your scale regularly, especially if it moves around a lot; the process usually involves stepping on and off the scale and pressing a special calibration button.

Finally, for accurate weight monitoring over time, it’s best to weigh yourself at the same time of the day, say, first thing in the morning. “Consistency with how and when you weigh yourself will help give you a more accurate read,” says Amy Fischer, a registered dietitian based in New York City. “You may choose to weigh yourself first thing in the morning before you’ve had anything to eat or drink. Sodium, hormonal fluctuations, constipation and hydration levels can also affect your weight, so make sure to take these things into account."

And when it comes to body composition measurements, don't rely too heavily on a scale at all: These metrics are often based in part on calculations, as opposed to body composition scans. "If you want to know your actual body fat, find a certified personal trainer or another professional who knows how to take the measurement using the proper equipment," says Walt Thompson, former president at the American College of Sports Medicine.

Dan DiClerico is the Director of Home Improvement & Outdoors at the Good Housekeeping Institute. For more than two decades, he has written about all things home-related, from big-ticket remodeling projects to routine home maintenance. During his time at the Institute — as well as prior stints at This Old House, Martha Stewart Living and Consumer Reports — Dan has reviewed thousands of consumer products across a wide range of categories, including appliances, building materials, fixtures, outdoor power equipment, home technology and more. The total experience has made Dan a sought-after thought leader in the space; he has spoken at industry events such as KBIS and CES and he has been quoted in The New York Times and Washington Post, among other publications.

Rachel Rothman, Chief Technologist and head engineer, has a B.S.E. in mechanical engineering and applied mechanics with a mathematics minor from the University of Pennsylvania and has been at the Good Housekeeping Institute for 14 years. She leads efforts for the constant evolution of the Institute’s technical and testing protocols, responding both to market drivers and growth opportunities. Rachel is the lead expert and key brand ambassador for the Institute across a number of categories — including electronics, smart home, automotive, toys, parenting, fitness, tech, startups and more — and a sought-after speaker at large-scale events like CES.

This guide was updated by product analyst and writer, Olivia Lipski, who covers everything from consumer electronics to home, outdoor, fitness and more. She led the Media & Tech Lab's most recent bathroom scale testing in 2022.