Tanita is recognised as the world leader in precision electronic scales. The RD-953 features app connectivity for Android and Apple devices allowing users to connect to the scale using the Tanita Health Planet app.
I like the connectivity of this scale. No more messing around with ANT+, or needing to have a watch to transfer the readings to a computer etc. The results sync with an iPhone and thus with HealthKit.
On the negative side, this scale gives a reading 4Kg higher than either of my two BC1000 scales, and similarly higher than the scale at the Health Centre. In short, this reading is wrong. Apparently others have a similar discrepancy.
To the extent that this is about following weight trends, then I am happy to use the scale. However, the 3 Star rating is because this sort of error is not a first class performance
The scales I received have consistent data and pairing errors which make them virtually useless. Setup works intermittently, but frequently fails to both pair via bluetooth and record a scan. On occasion the information for the wrong person was recorded in a profile, not meeting the claim up to four people can just step on and record their data. Despite following all troubleshooting steps and trying multiple bluetooth devices / connections, the scales continue to error.