Tanita WB-800H plus Scale Review
Our verdict
The Tanita WB-800H Plus is a heavy duty, professional leaning scale built around a very high 660 pound capacity and a BMI feature. The price is well into clinic territory, so it makes more sense for an office setting than a typical bathroom.
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Clinics, gyms or facilities that need a high capacity scale and can use a portable platform that still reads large weights.
Skip if
You just want a home bathroom scale, since the price and 37 pound build are far beyond everyday use.
- Display Lcd
- Measures Pounds And Kilograms
- Accuracy 0.2 Lb, 0.1 Kg
- Max capacity 660 Lb
- Features Body Mass Index, Portable
- Material Polycarbonate
- Priced 1200% above the category median ($39.99 across 59 tracked models)
- Weight of 37.0 lb - heavier than 95% of the 59 models we track
Pros
- Very high stated capacity of up to 660 pounds
- Reads in both pounds and kilograms
- Includes a Body Mass Index feature
- Stated accuracy of 0.2 lb or 0.1 kg
- Durable polycarbonate build for repeated use
Cons
- Price is far above typical home scales
- Heavy at about 37 pounds despite the portable label
- Overbuilt for everyday personal use
Our scorecard
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Owner rating4.4/5
4.4 average across 3 owner ratings
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Popularity0.3/5
3 owner reviews, fewer 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 WB-800H Plus is a Tanita scale aimed at professional or facility use. It pairs an LCD display with a stated 660 pound capacity, reads in pounds and kilograms, and lists accuracy of 0.2 pounds or 0.1 kilograms. A Body Mass Index feature is included, and the maker calls it portable despite its size.', 'This is a substantial unit at about 37 pounds and a polycarbonate build, and it carries a price around 519.99 dollars. That places it firmly in the equipment category rather than the consumer aisle.', 'If you manage a setting that weighs many different people, including those who exceed the limits of standard scales, this kind of high capacity tool fits the need. For personal weight tracking, simpler and far cheaper options exist. Any BMI figure it shows is a general number, not a diagnosis, so review results with a healthcare professional.']
Specifications
| Display | Lcd |
|---|---|
| Measures | Pounds And Kilograms |
| Accuracy | 0.2 Lb, 0.1 Kg |
| Max capacity | 660 Lb |
| Features | Body Mass Index, Portable |
| Material | Polycarbonate |
| Color | White |
| Weight | 37.0 lb |
Performance notes
The WB-800H Plus uses an LCD display and measures in pounds and kilograms with stated accuracy of 0.2 lb or 0.1 kg. Capacity is listed at 660 pounds, the build is polycarbonate, and a Body Mass Index feature is included. The unit itself weighs about 37 pounds.
What buyers say
Feedback is limited, with a 4.4 rating from only 3 reviews. That is too small a sample to read much into, so treat the score as a first impression rather than a settled pattern.
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Frequently asked questions
Why is the Tanita WB-800H Plus so expensive?
It is a professional style, high capacity scale rather than a consumer bathroom model. The 660 pound limit, dual unit readout and durable build are aimed at clinic, gym or facility use, which is reflected in the price.
Can it measure body fat?
The listed specs include a Body Mass Index feature, which is based on weight and height, not a body fat scan. There is no body composition analysis noted. A BMI number is a general figure, not a clinical assessment.
Is it really portable?
The maker labels it portable, but it weighs about 37 pounds, so it is more transportable than something you tuck away daily. Plan for a fixed spot if you can.