OMRON body analyzer BF511 review - My experience
Clinically validated according to the manufacturer, with 8 high-precision sensors for measurement on hands and feet
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In order to determine the body fat, you need a reliable body composition scale, with such a scale you should be able to reliably determine the body fat percentage and observe or compare it over a longer period of time. After the Xiaomi Mi Smart Body Composition Scale 2, we test the OMRON BF511 body analyzer, the second device from this category. You can read how it performs in the test here.
The body fat scale comes in a simple cardboard box, the scale itself is well protected in the box. Other reviews state that the scale comes with batteries. This was not the case for me. Only the scale and the detailed instruction manual were in the box. But that's not a big deal.
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Scope of functions of the OMRON BF511 body analyzer
Unlike the Xiaomi model, the Omron body analyzer has a handheld sensor with a control panel that is connected to the main device via a cable. The following values can be measured with the Omron body fat scale:
Body weight up to a maximum weight of 150kg.
Body fat percentage
Visceral fat
Muscle mass
Other values are calculated by the device
Resting metabolic rate (RMI)
BMI (body mass index)
Due to the additional hand sensor, the measured values should be more accurate than with the scale, which only has the sensors installed in the foot section. This allows the measurement current to flow through the upper body as well.
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Body weight up to a maximum weight of 150kg.
Body fat percentage
Visceral fat
Muscle mass
Other values are calculated by the device
Resting metabolic rate (RMI)
BMI (body mass index)
Due to the additional hand sensor, the measured values should be more accurate than with the scale, which only has the sensors installed in the foot section. This allows the measurement current to flow through the upper body as well.
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Haptics and design of the Omron scale
The Omron body composition monitor has been on the market for a while and you can see that. The design is not necessarily the most modern. The feel is also not necessarily the very best. The plastic makes a rather cheap impression, but the workmanship seems to be very good. Both points are more than acceptable at a price of under 100€.
The scale is available in two colors: turquoise / light green and dark blue. I opted for the turquoise variant, as this was a few euros cheaper to have. Since I am concerned with the measurement of body values and not on the design factor, the color is rather incidental here.
The display is reasonably clear but quite small. The upper part of the display shows the current readings or instructions, while the lower part shows the last readings.
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The scale is available in two colors: turquoise / light green and dark blue. I opted for the turquoise variant, as this was a few euros cheaper to have. Since I am concerned with the measurement of body values and not on the design factor, the color is rather incidental here.
The display is reasonably clear but quite small. The upper part of the display shows the current readings or instructions, while the lower part shows the last readings.
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Measured values and test verdict
The measurement itself must be performed exactly according to the instructions. There are no notes or instructions on the display about which steps to perform. I see a clear need for improvement here. If you perform the measurement more often, but it is soon learned. The measured values seem to be ok, but kpnnte them so far not compared with a professional measurement. Some comments on Amazon unfortunately report a very inaccurate measurement, especially for very trained people.
Since the transfer of values to an app or similar is not possible, the observation of the measured values over time is somewhat cumbersome. You would have to write them down yourself. However, for those who are very concerned about data protection, the scale is a good alternative to modern smart body scales.
My preliminary test rating is an average GOOD.
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Since the transfer of values to an app or similar is not possible, the observation of the measured values over time is somewhat cumbersome. You would have to write them down yourself. However, for those who are very concerned about data protection, the scale is a good alternative to modern smart body scales.
My preliminary test rating is an average GOOD.
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OMRON BF511 Personenwaage: Körperfettwaage mit Körperfett und Muskelmasse - 8-Sensoren mit Hand zu Fuß Messung, bis 150 kg, für Erwachsene und Kinder ab 6 Jahren.
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Hello, my name is Thomas, and I am a passionate product tester for the Lifetester platform. I dedicate myself to examining and evaluating a wide range of products, from clothing and footwear to the often underappreciated FFP2 and FFP3 masks. My motivation is to shine a spotlight on those items that may not receive much attention on review portals, either because they appear less interesting or other testers avoid them. I believe that such products deserve a fair and thorough evaluation to provide consumers with the best possible information base for their purchasing decisions. I hope my tests are informative and helpful for you, contributing to making your decision-making process easier.
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