Wrestling Scale Buying Guide: Weigh-In Scales for Schools and Tournaments
A wrestling scale should read in small steps and hold the reading, like the portable MNM Scales MS-1420 (500 lb x 0.1 lb), on sale for $299.00 (regular $649.00), in stock, and we can calibrate it with a certificate before weigh-ins.
Reviewed by MNM Scales technicians · Updated November 4, 2026 · Prices checked November 4, 2026
Short answer: a wrestling scale is a digital body-weight scale that reads in small steps, holds the reading, and is checked and certified before weigh-ins. For 0.1 lb steps, the portable MNM Scales MS-1420 weighs to 500 lb at $299. For a low, floor-level platform with a remote display, the Rice Lake 150-10-7 weighs to 550 lb x 0.2 lb at $411.99. For a scale with a handrail and height rod, the Brecknell HS-300 weighs to 660 lb x 0.2 lb at $438. Check your state association’s scale rules, and buy it calibrated: call (832) 290-3120.
This guide is for wrestling coaches, athletic directors and tournament hosts choosing a weigh-in scale for a school, club or event. MNM Scales has sold, calibrated and repaired scales for over 30 years from our shop in Cypress, Texas, and we are one of the largest scale distributors. MNM Scales is an authorized Brecknell dealer.
What makes a good wrestling scale
- Small steps: weight classes are close together, so a scale that reads in 0.1 lb or 0.2 lb steps shows how close an athlete is to the line.
- Enough capacity: pick a scale rated well above your heaviest athlete. All three scales here weigh to 500 lb or more.
- A steady reading: a Hold key keeps the weight on the display after the athlete steps off, so the official can record it.
- A checked, certified scale: weigh-ins depend on the scale being right on the day; plan calibration with a certificate before the season.
- Portable power: battery operation lets you set up wherever the weigh-in room is, with no cord across the floor.
Wrestling scale models compared at live prices
| Model | Capacity x step | Platform and display | Power | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MNM Scales MS-1420 | 500 lb x 0.1 lb | Portable bench scale with wheel handle; backlit LCD with Hold; lb, oz and kg | Battery with low-battery warning and auto power off | $299 |
| Rice Lake 150-10-7 | 550 lb x 0.2 lb | 14.7 x 14.7 x 3 in floor-level platform; remote LCD on a 6 ft cable; Hold and Motiontrap | Six AA batteries (included), about 25 hours; 9 VDC adapter not included | $411.99 |
| Brecknell HS-300 | 660 lb x 0.2 lb | 20.5 x 20.5 in platform with handrail, height rod and rollers; backlit LCD with Hold | Four AAA batteries or 9 VDC adapter (both included), about 20 hours | $438 |
0.1 lb vs 0.2 lb: picking the step size
A 0.1 lb step, as on the MS-1420, shows smaller changes in body weight. A 0.2 lb step, as on the 150-10-7 and HS-300, comes with a larger capacity and medical-scale features. Check what your association’s weigh-in rules say about the scale, then choose the step size and platform that fit your room.
Portable vs floor-level vs handrail scales
- Portable bench scale (MS-1420): rolls to the weigh-in room on its wheel handle and runs on batteries.
- Floor-level with remote display (150-10-7): the 3 in high platform is easy to step on, and the official reads a remote display on a table or wall bracket, away from the athlete. Motiontrap settles the reading when someone shifts.
- Handrail and height rod (HS-300): a training room or nurse’s office scale that also measures height for physicals; rollers move it between rooms.
See more body-weight and physician scales in our medical and healthcare scales category.
Weigh-in day: battery use and setup
- Put fresh batteries in the day before, and bring spares. The 150-10-7 runs about 25 hours and the HS-300 about 20 hours on a set.
- Set the scale on a hard, level floor, not on a mat, and away from doorways and foot traffic.
- Turn it on with nothing on the platform and let it zero.
- Check it with a known test weight before the first athlete steps on, and keep the certificate with your weigh-in papers.
- Have each athlete stand still in the center of the platform, then press Hold to record.
Rules: certification, inspection and NTEP
Your state’s high school athletic association sets the weigh-in rules, including what kind of scale it accepts and whether the scale needs to be certified or inspected, and when. Read your association’s current wrestling manual or ask its office before you buy, and ask your tournament host what they need to see on the day. These three scales are body-weight and general weighing scales. If your association asks for a legal-for-trade (NTEP) scale, call us and we will match one; our NTEP guide explains what the certificate means.
Texas note: TDA does not require an NTEP certificate for every device, but the scale must meet NIST Handbook 44 and suit its use; some scales do need one, so we recommend NTEP models and can check yours. See TDA’s scales used in trade guidance (PDF) and our TDA scale certification guide, or call us or TDA to confirm your use.
Calibration and rental
- Calibration: our TDA-registered technicians calibrate wrestling scales in our Cypress shop, with an in-house or NIST-traceable certificate you can show at weigh-ins; call for a quote. See our scale calibration service and NIST vs in-house certificates.
- On-site service: $295 + $2 per mile per visit across the Houston area, plus calibration per scale; see on-site calibration.
- Mail-in, repairs and rentals: use mail-in calibration, have us repair the brands we sell, and rent all types of scales for a tournament or while yours is in for service.
Not sure which wrestling scale fits? Tell us your heaviest weight class, where weigh-ins happen and what your association asks for. We will match the scale and ship it calibrated. Shop: 21249 FM 529 Rd, Cypress, TX 77433, visits by appointment.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best wrestling scale for weigh-ins?
One that reads in 0.1 lb or 0.2 lb steps, holds the reading, runs on batteries and is calibrated before the season. The MNM Scales MS-1420 reads in 0.1 lb steps; the Rice Lake 150-10-7 and Brecknell HS-300 read in 0.2 lb steps.
Does a wrestling scale need to be certified?
Your state athletic association sets that rule. Check its current wrestling manual for certification and inspection requirements, and keep a calibration certificate with your weigh-in records.
What capacity should a wrestling scale have?
Choose one rated well above your heaviest athlete. The scales in this guide weigh to 500 lb, 550 lb and 660 lb.
Can a wrestling scale run on batteries?
Yes. The Rice Lake 150-10-7 runs about 25 hours on six AA batteries, the Brecknell HS-300 about 20 hours on four AAA batteries, and the MS-1420 has a low-battery warning.
Can I rent a scale for a wrestling tournament?
Yes. We rent all types of scales. Call (832) 290-3120 with your dates.
Do you calibrate wrestling scales?
Yes, in our Cypress shop with an in-house or NIST-traceable certificate, or on site at $295 + $2 per mile per visit plus calibration per scale. Call for a quote.