how accurate is the scale
1546089
I purchased this scale over 1 year ago and it is still very accurate. Most scales are not very accurate over 200 pounds. I weigh about 350 pounds and it still works great for me.
167768
I believe it takes a measurement everytime it is used, you can see the number fluctuate if you are moving or holding on to something. It seems very consistent I have weighed free weights just to test it out and it has been correct everytime.
1618396
Ours seems to be accurate in the large and the smaller letter size weights too. Have had very good luck with it. Gary and Karyn
1506111
I answered this incorrectly before. It seems when the scale is moved it does need to be re-calibrated so to speak. It won't be accurate at first weigh, but get on it again and it will weigh correctly.
503475
The scale is self-calibrating (simply step on ,off and on again). It needs to be on a level hard floor (not carpeted). It is more accurate and consistent than several previous scales that we owned (both digital and analog). If it not as described, the unit might be defective. You can talk to customers' service which is supposed to be excellent per other veviewers.
1410019
As far as I can tell, very accurate and consistent. The scale is very sensitive to minor changes such as removing a watch.I weigh on a very regular basis and compare the weight I get on my scale to the digital scale at one doctor's office as well as another office with manual scales. (I always take notice if the scale is balanced at o before I weigh on the manual scale.). For those of us who are weight conscious this scale is a godsend.
1885913
My scale says 31.8 pounds, and I've found that scale to be reasonably accurate.
85978
I only have my doctor's scale to compare it to and I find it off by .1. Gave this as a gift and my friend's tell me it is exact.
123452
Dino: I just weighed the UL20a on my digital scale. It came out as 3.4 pounds. Given that there is a possibility that the scale is not 100 percent precise, I'd say the manufacturer's quoted weight listing (3.3 pounds) is accurate. Diplomacy and collegiality among Amazon customers dictates that I not comment on your age or physical capabilities.:-)Mitch
65008
I've never tried it, but have you checked with the USPS to see if they have any calibration weights on site? I'm sure their scales, like all scales, have to be calibrated regularly. You could take it to them and see what they say. I live in a rural area and the local branch is never very busy, so I'm sure they would help me. A busier location may not be as helpful.
301766
The key to keeping a scale accurate is put it in one spot and try not to move it. This scale has been accurate for us.
1105793
Not that I know of. I was able to return this scale. It's the worst one 've ever owned. It wasn't accurate at all after a couple of months.
1310056
I have not experienced any problem with consistent accuracy in weighing on this scale.
924888
Just to be clear, tho the scale CAN be accurate to hundreths of a Pound . . . It will not read out in pound hundreths DIRECTLY if that is what you want. To get that accuracy, you have to read the weight in Ounce or Grams units.
130889
Is the scale level? If on a carpet, it may not be accurate. Try a hard surface.
507428
The scale comes pre calibrated with a certificate of calibration. However if you still want to check accuracy just use a dime or nickel.
1256372
The main problem I have had with the scale is it won't stay on zero. I'm always having to adjust it back to zero so I have no idea how accurate the weight is. I have lost some weight, I can tell by the way my clothes fit and just looking at myself and the scale shows I have lost weight. I do not think the exact weight is accurate. I did a lot of research on scales because I was going to buy a new scale after purchasing this scale but all scales seem to have a lot of issues. I always weigh more when I go to the doctor and am weighed on a doctors scale. lolI wanted something equilvant to a doctors scale but don't think I want to pay that high price. Still thinking sbout what to buy next. The main problem I have had with the scale is it won't stay on zero. I'm always having to adjust it back to zero so I have no idea how accurate the weight is. I have lost some weight, I can tell by the way my clothes fit and just looking at myself and the scale shows I have lost weight. I do not think the exact weight is accurate. I did a lot of research on scales because I was going to buy a new scale after purchasing this scale but all scales seem to have a lot of issues. I always weigh more when I go to the doctor and am weighed on a doctors scale. lolI wanted something equilvant... » Read More The main problem I have had with the scale is it won't stay on zero. I'm always having to adjust it back to zero so I have no idea how accurate the weight is. I have lost some weight, I can tell by the way my clothes fit and just looking at myself and the scale shows I have lost weight. I do not think the exact weight is accurate. I did a lot of research on scales because I was going to buy a new scale after purchasing this scale but all scales seem to have a lot of issues. I always weigh more when I go to the doctor and am weighed on a doctors scale. lolI wanted something equilvant to a doctors scale but don't think I want to pay that high price. Still thinking sbout what to buy next. « Show Less