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If you are looking to buy a bathroom scale, there can be very good reasons to choose an analogue model. Before doing this, you should know the advantages and disadvantages of this type of construction, deal a little with the materials and price ranges, and then decide on a suitable design. In the test, we took a close look at the most popular models and put the best analogue bathroom scales together for you on our list of the best.
Which are the Best analogue bathroom scales in India?
GVC Large Surface Iron Analogue Weighing Scale
The model by GVC is a mechanical scale that has a large surface and non-skip mat. The scale is made of strong and rustproof iron and the rounded design looks elegant and chic at the same time.
The analogue display has a classic look and offers easy to read numbers. With the scale, you can have the advantages of analogue scales and do not have to make any compromises. Since the scales mechanical and does not require any battery, the operation is very simple and convenient.
The step surface is sufficiently large at 29 x 29 cm and the load capacity is also decent at 136 kilograms. The bottom line is that the model convinces with very precise measurement, the advantages of mechanical weighing scales, and very classic design. Only the fact that the measurement results are sometimes a little more inaccurate than with pure digital scales clouded the otherwise very positive overall picture. Also, the scale is slightly more expensive compared to conventional analogue scales.
MCP Deluxe Personal Weighing Scale Analogue Mechanical weighing machine
The MCP model is a classic and very simple bathroom scale that works mechanically. However, it can only weigh up to 136 kilograms and shows the results with an accuracy of 1 kilogram.
The non-slip surface ensures safe to use because there is no risk of slipping even with wet feet. Cleaning and operation are very easy and convenient, and the results are easy to read thanks to the large digits. White painted metal is used as the housing material.
The bottom line is that the price-performance ratio is practically unbeatable, but compared to higher-quality models, the scale is significantly less accurate and sometimes shows around 2 kilograms too much.
If you have a more accurate scale for comparison, you can measure the difference and then simply deduct it. If you want more precise results, you should use another model.
Gvc Camry Iron Analogue Personal Weighing Scale (Black)
The GVC scales were particularly convincing due to the non-slip, large step surface, and the large display with a maximum weight display of up to 136 kilograms.
The housing is made of metal, the scale stands very securely and firmly on the floor and since it is a purely mechanical model, you do not need batteries, a switch, or the like, of course. Overall, the scale measures 28 x 47 centimetres and weighs around 3.7 kilograms. Thanks to the large display, it can show the weight to within 500 grams, which is very good for a mechanical model.
The bottom line is that the price-performance ratio is good, but – as with most mechanical models – you must reckon with an inaccuracy of between 500 grams and 1.5 kilograms. In the case of this model, this is expressed in the partly different measurement results when the device is positioned differently on the scale. However, the overall accuracy is still good.
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Advantages and disadvantages of analogue bathroom scales
The biggest advantage of an analogue model is certainly that no batteries are required for operation. In contrast to digital scales, analogue models work purely mechanically and are therefore always ready for use. Accordingly, they do not have to be switched on or off.
Although the measurement results are not quite as accurate, and the classic analogue scales are usually a little less accurate over a long period because the mechanics wear out. It has been shown, on the other hand, that cheap analogue bathroom scales also work well and provide accurate measurement results can deliver. Of course, this does not apply to all cheap models. In contrast to digital models, which sometimes measure to an accuracy of 10, but mostly to 100 grams, with most analogue models you must be satisfied with somewhat less precise measurement and an unlit display. At least if it is a purely analogue model. However, some manufacturers also offer variants that combine digital and analogue elements.
With purely mechanical models, you also must do without additional functions such as BMI determination, body fat measurement, etc., which is implemented with some digital scales via additional sensors and input options.
Accuracy and operation
Since an analogue scale does not have to be switched on, it is always ready for use. There is no switch, no battery, and consequently no follow-up costs. You simply step on the scales and the result is displayed to you by a pointer deflection or a rotating dial. Accordingly, the operation of personal scales that work completely analogue is very uncomplicated and intuitive.
The models also work very precisely, if one disregards the fact already mentioned that the result cannot be read with an accuracy of a few grams. As a rule, jumps of 500 grams or even a little less can be recognized easily. Some mechanical scales take a while for the pointer to level off. This usually takes a little longer than with digital scales, but the difference is not so great that this would be a relevant decision criterion.
Design and material
The variety of different designs and materials is very large. Accordingly, you are spoiled for choice as to which scale is ultimately suitable for you. Very cheap models are often made of plastic or offer a step surface on plastic which, depending on the model, can also be provided with an anti-slip coating.
Alternatively, there are also many modern models in which the step surface is made of glass or stainless steel. This not only makes it look more modern and classic but is also easy to clean and is completely wear-free. However, you should bear in mind that there is always a risk of slipping on smooth surfaces in the bathroom if moisture comes into play.
Also note that with very cheap scales, the cheap price must come from somewhere. Often, either the choice of material and thus the durability and service life are rather poor, or the mechanics built into the interior are not of very high quality so that the scales become imprecise over time. Since this is not noticeable at first glance, it is always worth looking at the reviews of other buyers.