The main differences
| Consumer body fat scale | Professional analyzer | |
|---|---|---|
| Electrodes | Usually feet only | Hands and feet (for example 8 electrodes) |
| Segmental readings | Often not available | Arms, legs and trunk |
| Reports | App | Detailed report, QR and print |
| Posture and circumferences | No | Possible on 3D scanners |
| Use | Home | Commercial and professional |
What the numbers are for
Body fat percentages from any impedance device are estimates. Use them to track change over time, measured under the same conditions. Reports are for reference, not a medical diagnosis.
When a professional device makes sense
For gyms, studios and clinics, a professional device gives clients a consistent, guided measurement, a report they keep and a record you can compare.
Visbody
Visbody M50, M60 and T55 add optical 3D posture and circumferences to 8-electrode BIA.
