Tanita BC-705N-WH Body Composition Monitor Review
Our verdict
The Tanita BC-705N-WH is a well rated body composition monitor from a long established scale brand, with a clear backlit LCD and a large base of owner feedback. It is a sensible mid priced pick if you want a trusted name and do not need app syncing.
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People who want a recognizable scale brand with a readable backlit display and a long track record of buyer reviews.
Skip if
You weigh near or above the 150 lb capacity, or you want Bluetooth and a companion app to log readings over time.
- Display Lcd
- Measures Weight
- Max capacity 150 Lb
- Features Backlit Display, Bodyweight
- Material Glass
- Color White
- Weight of 1.0 lb - lighter than 73% of the 17 models we track
Pros
- Backlit LCD is easy to read in low light
- Very large base of owner ratings to draw on
- Trusted, long established scale brand
- Reasonable mid range price
- Lightweight glass design at about 1 lb
Cons
- 150 lb weight capacity is low for the category
- No listed app or wireless syncing
- Manufacturer accuracy figures are not published here
Our scorecard
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Owner rating4.2/5
4.2 average across 19,200 owner ratings
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Popularity5.0/5
19,200 owner reviews, more than most models here
The overall score is owner satisfaction weighted by how many reviews back it, so a high rating from few reviews counts for less. The bars below show where this model stands against the other home health monitors: bathroom scales, blood pressure monitors, pregnancy and ovulation tests, thermometers, body composition monitors, stethoscopes, glucose monitors and pulse oximeters we track in this category on price, popularity and size. Context, not marks against it, and our read of the data, not a lab test.
Overview
['The Tanita BC-705N-WH is a body composition monitor that pairs standard weighing with a backlit LCD that stays easy to read in dim bathrooms. Tanita is a name many shoppers already know, and that familiarity is reflected in its very large review history.', 'At about 58 dollars it sits in the middle of the price range for this category. The trade off is a modest 150 lb weight capacity, which is lower than several rivals that reach 400 lb, so it suits lighter users best.', 'There is no listed app or wireless syncing, so readings stay on the device. If you simply want to step on, read a number and step off, that simplicity works in its favor.']
Specifications
| Display | Lcd |
|---|---|
| Measures | Weight |
| Max capacity | 150 Lb |
| Features | Backlit Display, Bodyweight |
| Material | Glass |
| Color | White |
| Weight | 1.0 lb |
Performance notes
The device uses a backlit LCD and is listed as measuring bodyweight, with a 150 lb maximum capacity and a glass build weighing about 1 lb. No manufacturer accuracy figure is published, so treat any body composition reading as an estimate rather than a precise measurement.
What buyers say
With a 4.2 rating across roughly 19,200 reviews, buyer sentiment is broadly positive and unusually well established for this category. The large review count suggests most owners find it does what they expect, though a 4.2 average means a share of mixed feedback exists.
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Frequently asked questions
Does the Tanita BC-705N-WH connect to a phone app?
The listing does not include an app or wireless syncing, so readings are shown on the device only. If you want automatic logging to your phone, a Bluetooth model would suit you better. You would need to record numbers manually with this scale.
How much weight can it hold?
The maximum capacity is listed as 150 lb, which is lower than many body composition scales that reach 400 lb. If your weight is near that limit, choose a model with a higher capacity. This is a key point to check before buying.
Is a body composition reading from this scale exact?
Home body composition monitors give estimates, not clinical measurements, and this listing does not publish a manufacturer accuracy figure. Use the readings to watch general trends over time rather than as precise values. For health questions, consult a healthcare professional.