Body Fat % on Index S2 Smart Scale Seems Inaccurate part2

I had the same issue with the withings. It told me I was 11 percent when I was closer to 15-16. With the new Body Comp that just came out - I’m at the correct level. Not sure if they changed the hardware or algorithm. Garmin would say I was 21 percent with the highest activity setting and get to 17 percent with an age of 21 (I’m 51). 

Thank you so do you like your Body Comp overall?  If so I may return my Body Plus and get that.

I do. It seems more accurate than its predecessor plus it gives you a few more health metrics (ymmv). It syncs perfectly with Garmin through the $15 a year syncing program and other user here mentioned. 

sfainbraun said:

Not sure if they changed the hardware or algorithm.

I just watched a review and it seems that the Body Comp uses multiple frequencies to measure body fat. Maybe that is why you are seeing more accurate readings?  I dont know enough about the technology to know if multiple frequencies is just marketing or if its legit.  

I guess it's not just because it was on the money for me and matches what my calipers say. 

The sensors also give you your heart rate and a sweat gland score (epidermal score they call it) - so it's pretty capable. I forgot where I put my tanita ironman that measures from the hands as well because that splits the body into 4 and was very accurate too - want to compare. 

The Withings Body Plus is being returned.  It measures my body fat % as 6-7% and frankly I think the last time I was anywhere near that number was when I was in the womb.  Once the Body Comp becomes available on Amazon I will try that.

This is amazing! It should be an easy fix. Come on Garmin. The formula for highly trained athletes as it relates to body fat has been in play for Tanita and others for a long time. Please make this update and solve the issue. I’ve gone from 6% BF to 16+% on Garmin. Let’s get this fixed and move on.

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Hello Garmin-Kevin

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Hello Garmin-Kevin

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Hello Garmin-Kevin

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Hello Garmin-Kevin

hello Garmin-Kevin

Good morning Garmin-Kevin - its Q4 now. Whats going on? 

Good morning Garmin-Kevin 

As advertised still at the site accuracy matters… any update? it’s frustrating if you can’t solve it just inform us so that your customers know. Keep them informed and maybe adjust also your website because the scale as even you said has problems at the moment…. Thanks