Bariatric Scale Buying Guide: Capacity, Standing Support and Clinic Fit
Shop our top bariatric scale: the Brecknell HS-300, on sale for $438.00 (regular $680.00), in stock.
Short answer: For a bariatric scale that weighs standing patients within a 660 lb capacity and measures height in one station, choose the Brecknell HS-300 when the clinical team confirms suitable access and support. It reads in 0.2 lb steps and includes a height rod. Compare the MS140-300 below if a stainless steel weighing surface is the priority; it has the same capacity and increment. For patients up to 1,000 lb, or patients weighed in a wheelchair, choose the Brecknell MS-1000 bariatric wheelchair and handrail scale. For other heavier or seated weighing needs, ask MNM Scales for a different complete medical scale.
Top pick: Brecknell HS-300 physician scale with height rod
On sale for $438.00 (regular $680.00), in stock. The Brecknell HS-300 weighs standing patients up to 660 lb in 0.2 lb steps and measures height on the same station. Free shipping in the continental U.S. Add in-house calibration with certificate before it ships, or call our team to confirm the right scale for your patients.
Bariatric scale models compared
| Medical scale | Capacity and readability | Platform and selection reason |
|---|---|---|
| Brecknell HS-300 | 660 lb x 0.2 lb | 20.5 x 20.5 inch platform; backlit LCD; height rod measures 60–210 cm |
| Brecknell MS140-300 | 660 lb x 0.2 lb | 20.5 x 20.5 x 2.5 inch platform; stainless steel weighing surface; foam-covered handrails; LCD |
| Brecknell MS-1000 | 1,000 lb x 0.5 lb | Standing or in a wheelchair; built-in 9° ramps; guard/handrail; handles and wheels |
Choose for the patient and the room
Record the heaviest expected patient, the available floor space and the approach to the platform. Check doorway clearance and the space needed for a caregiver to help. A high capacity alone tells you little about how comfortably a patient can step onto the deck. Ask the clinical team to review platform access, hand support and cleaning requirements before choosing the instrument.
Capacity and readability are different decisions
Capacity is the maximum rated load. Readability is the smallest displayed increment. Start with sufficient capacity for the intended patient group, then choose the displayed increment required by your clinical workflow. Use the specification for the exact configuration being supplied; similarly named generations can have different displays and increments.
HS-300: weight and height in one station
Choose the Brecknell HS-300 when your standing-patient workflow includes height measurement. It combines a handrail, a backlit LCD and a height rod covering 60–210 cm. Its 660 lb capacity and 0.2 lb displayed increment match the MS140-300, so height measurement and the patient’s approach to the platform are more useful selection questions than capacity alone. Rollers help staff relocate it between suitable weighing locations. If those features fit your clinic and standing access is suitable, shop the Brecknell HS-300. Use Call or Get a Quote below if you need help selecting a complete scale or arranging calibration.
Brecknell HS-300: on sale for $438.00 (regular $680.00), in stock. Buy online, call or get a quote.
MS140-300: handrails and a stainless weighing surface
The Brecknell MS140-300 is another 660 lb x 0.2 lb standing scale. Its stainless steel weighing surface, foam-covered mild steel handrails and integrated wheel kit suit a clinic selecting for standing access and daily handling. Weight Hold stores the displayed weight while staff attend to the patient. Compare the 20.5 x 20.5 inch standing area with the patient’s stance and the room layout before choosing either model. The Brecknell MS140-300 is on sale for $549.00 (regular $690.00) and in stock.
Brecknell MS140-300: on sale for $549.00 (regular $690.00), in stock. Buy online, call or get a quote.
When neither 660 lb model is the right choice
These two models share a capacity ceiling; choosing the second one does not increase the maximum patient weight. If the expected load exceeds 660 lb, or a patient cannot safely stand for the measurement, ask MNM Scales to select a different complete medical scale with the care team. Do not use a handrail scale as a substitute for a suitable seated or wheelchair system. Leave room for assisted access and follow the manufacturer’s instructions for patient positioning.
MS-1000: 1,000 lb capacity with wheelchair ramps
The Brecknell MS-1000 weighs patients standing or seated in a wheelchair up to 1,000 lb in 0.5 lb steps. Built-in 9° ramps let a wheelchair roll on and off, the guard rail steadies standing patients, Tare removes the wheelchair weight and Hold keeps the reading after the patient steps off. Handles and wheels move it between rooms. It is on sale for $1,299.00 (regular $1,495.00) and in stock. See more options in our medical and healthcare scales category.
Brecknell MS-1000: on sale for $1,299.00 (regular $1,495.00), in stock. Buy online, call or get a quote.
Handrails, display and daily workflow
Place the scale where staff can read the display and assist with access. Review the instructions for standing position and handrail use. Have the team agree on units and on how readings will enter the patient record. If BMI is part of your process, request that function explicitly for the exact model; a height rod alone does not establish that the indicator calculates BMI.
Document the exact scale on the order
For the HS-300, the manufacturer product code is 816965004812; for the MS140-300 it is 816965004829. Confirm the model on the quote, the supplied accessories and any data connection needed by the clinic. Both models use an LCD. Check the quoted capacity and displayed increment before ordering, especially when replacing an older scale.
Choose seated or wheelchair weighing when needed
If a patient needs to remain seated, choose equipment designed for that measurement. Review ramp access, platform dimensions and chair tare in our wheelchair scale guide. Our medical scale guide compares equipment by care setting. Select a system that fits the patient’s mobility and the way staff will assist. For seated patients up to 440 lb who can transfer to a chair, the Brecknell CS-200M mechanical chair scale reads in 4 oz steps with lift-away armrests and needs no power; it is on sale for $546.99 (regular $685.00).
Brecknell CS-200M: on sale for $546.99 (regular $685.00), in stock. Buy online, call or get a quote.
Rules and clinical use
Choose a medical scale for the intended clinical setting and follow the manufacturer instructions and your facility procedures. A clinical measurement and a commercial sale by weight are different uses. For commercial use, have MNM Scales check the exact device and applicable legal-for-trade requirements before ordering. Model-specific approval needs model-specific evidence. Our free legal-for-trade scale checker explains when a scale used in Texas must be legal for trade.
Calibration and service
MNM Scales calibrates complete scales. Request the certificate and working range your facility needs, and arrange a check after relocation, repair or a change that affects performance. Contact MNM Scales for a calibration quote covering the complete scale, working range, certificate and service location.
Every scale in this guide is rated over 150 kg, so you can add calibration to your order and our technicians calibrate it in-house before it ships: in-house calibration with certificate, $495, or NIST calibration with a NIST-traceable certificate, $995.
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Order your bariatric scale from MNM Scales
Ready to order? For standing patients up to 660 lb with height measurement, buy the Brecknell HS-300 for $438.00. For patients up to 1,000 lb or weighed in a wheelchair, choose the Brecknell MS-1000 for $1,299.00. Not sure which fits your patients and rooms? Call (832) 290-3120 or request a quote and we will help you choose, then calibrate the scale before it ships.
Ready to order? Buy online, call (832) 290-3120 or get a quote.
Frequently asked questions
Which standing bariatric scales are compared here?
The Brecknell HS-300 and MS140-300 are both 660 lb x 0.2 lb standing medical scales. Choose them only when that capacity and standing access fit the patient and clinical workflow.
Does a height rod mean BMI is included?
Specify BMI as a required function and check the exact indicator configuration. Height measurement and BMI calculation are separate features.
Can MNM Scales calibrate a bariatric scale?
Yes. Request calibration for the complete scale and the certificate your facility needs.