Customer Ratings & Reviews

If you're wanting to track your body fat percentage and muscle quality in a fast and accurate way, this is the right tool for you. What is the Skulpt AIM? It’s a small (think of slightly larger than iPhone-sized) handheld electronic device for spot-measuring body fat percentage and muscle quality (MQ). It does this by sending electrical currents through your skin and underlying fat layers. Now you’re thinking – “body fat percentage I understand, but what the heck is muscle quality?” According to the company, “it means the force a muscle produces relative to its size. For example, if you had two muscles that were exactly the same size, the one that produced the greater force would have the higher MQ…AIM measures the composition and structure of the muscle over a specific region. Since those two things affect how strong the muscle is, we can give you your MQ without having to do a strength measurement or taking out a tape measure!” How it works To take a muscle measurement, you have to first moisten the metallic sensors on the back of the device, then you hold the device over the muscle you want to measure. The device flashes red while it takes the reading, and if it works, it glows a steady blue and shows the results (the fat percentage and muscle quality). It also gives a little spot judgement on whether the reading for that muscle is considered "Athletic", "Fit", "Average" or "Needs Work". The app The app shows a whole-body view of all of the latest measurements for body body fat percentage and muscle quality. Having your data on your phone is convenient if you want to access it to better plan your workouts. I actually went one step further however and recorded the information in a spreadsheet so I could see all of the data in one place and how it changed over time. Body fat percentage To get metrics for your total body, you’ll need to measure only four muscle groups: biceps, triceps, abs, and thigh. This will give you an accurate body fat percentage, and total MQ score. What to do with muscle quality The concept of "muscle quality" is a new one for me. Along with fat percentages, the AIM gives a number for the muscle quality for each muscle measured. The higher the number, the better. The scale goes up to 180, which means you are in the "Skulpted" range. All of my readings were within the "fit" to "athletic" range, which was comforting since I want to know that my hour each morning in the gym is yielding some results. As I said, you can't spot-reduce fat, but you can spot-increase muscle quality. I found that in general if the AIM was telling me that some muscles were lower in quality, if I focused on them for a couple of weeks I could bring the numbers up. Having said that, I don't think I would necessarily focus on this information to plan my workouts. Technology and accuracy The AIM is classified as an EIM device. It measures electrical current flow in different directions and it can measure the flow at different depths (the further apart the electrodes, the deeper the electrical current will penetrate). By combining these multiple electrode configurations with multi-frequency electrical measurements, and by using a variety of algorithms, the Skulpt Aim can separate out the condition of the muscle from the amount of fat in a region in just a matter of seconds. Skulpt claims that even EIM is subject to some inaccuracy due to changes in skin condition, temperature, and subcutaneous blood. But those are much smaller than the inaccuracies inherent in the BIA approach. When I get a "bad" reading on the Skulpt (i.e. a reading that is a lot different from past readings, or a lot different from the same muscle on the other side) I just take another reading or two. Pros: Quickly measure body fat percentage Measure the quality of your muscles IOS and Android apps to synchronize data and view trends Better technology than Bioimpedence Analysis It's a cool and technologically revolutionary device Cons: It's relatively expensive for an average consumer Its readings can vary depending on position, orientation and skin conditions Its buttons are a bit stiff, making it awkward to navigate its menus It's a little hard to understand how to apply the more advanced information (like muscle quality, and body fat percentages of 24 muscles) At a current price of around $150, this isn't for a casual fitness enthusiast. I would say that the people who can benefit the most from this device and technology are those who have definite fitness goals and are putting together training plans to accomplish them. My experience is that it is better than using calipers, and gives more information to work with. And compared to other higher-end measurement devices, it is much more affordable.

I was concerned measuring would be difficult but I was wrong. Measuring is surprisingly easy, accurate, and easy to understand.

I love this tool, I am a personal trainer and this is a great tool. Easy to use any clients the it to.

This device seemed to show promise when it was first funded via a kickstarter-type campaign. Unfortunately the execution leaves you with something that is seemingly questionable in functionality. When you connect the device to the cradle, it warns you to charge the device for around 10 hours the first time you connect it. Unfortunately, my device sat connected for 2 days and this never went away. I even tried various charging methods to see if current was an issue. If you plan on keeping these units, you need to use them and quickly return them to their charging cradle as the charges do not seem to last beyond a few uses (even though the manufacturer states several weeks between charges). Also, the electrodes need to be completely wet otherwise the readings will fail. Furthermore, the accuracy of this device is in question considering my real body fat (as measured by hydrostatic testing) is around 12% but the device (using more than 10 locations) came to the conclusion that my body fat as roughly 19%. If I was that high in body fat, I would not have abs showing at all, in fact I would be overweight.

Awesome device! Great for anyone serious about tracking their body fat and muscle quality. With each reading it inspires one to want to work harder at their fitness goals. Encourages discipline because we all love to see positive results and hate negative ones!

Works well. Easy to use! I'm not sure how accurate it is, but ita great to use and track trends.

Bought them despite weak reviews. The one but on rare occasion does drop but hardly ever. They sound amazing. Pair quickly and quality is great.

Had it for 2 years and it works fine and easy tu use just need to follow instructions on the app.

Numbers this thing spits out seem unforgiving but they are accurate compared to other impedance based scales.

My husband and I had a hard time getting the Skulpt to scan every time we try to do a full body scan it stops being able to scan half way through. No matter how much or how little water we used. I think it may work better on thinner people then those who have less muscle.

Great piece of technology! It's accurate(compared with caliper measurement by a trained nurse), consistent regardless body hydration & easy to use. The reason I bought the Aim is because I just started taking creatine to give me more explosive performance in sports, and creatine is known to also increase body weight. I wanted to be able to track my fitness(muscle density & fat %) independent of my weight. So far(3 weeks) the Aim has been helping me to do exactly that! I've discovered that regardless of my minor weight gain of 1.5kg(I'm athletic to begin with), my body fat % has gone down from ~12.5% to 11%. I use aim to track my body fat % every morning taking less than a min, even though it has gown up & down a bit, the long term trend line is clear. As a bonus, it has also clearly shown me that I have some muscle imbalance, which is not surprising as I play competitive racquet sport, some of my dominant side muscles groups are stronger. I will be working on my weaker muscles more as now I can quantify the differences! However, as a first gen device, it's not without its drawbacks. I'm not sure why they chose to use the inferior NiMH battery than Li-Ion, maybe because of its lower cost. But it seems that most negatives reviews here are from folks who are having issue with the Aim's battery not being able to maintain a charge. Indeed the NiMH needs more maintenance and loses its charge fasters than Li-Ion, and it is fragile in that if it gets discharged completely often(can be just left alone not using it), it'll no longer hold a charge. NiMH battery are also prone to overcharge if it's left on the charger all the time. The built quality is also to be desired. As I've returned my first unit from my local store purchase because the front & back plates glue have come apart. The 2nd one is OK so far. Few tips I can give to get consistent reading as well as maintaining the Aim's battery in good working condition: 1) wet the sensors before EVERY reading 2) once Aim has been fully charged, take it off the charger, do not leave it on all the time 3) charge it at least once a month even if left unused Anyway, if one accepts that it's a first gen product and can deal with its quirks, the technology used is cool and it can really give you more insight into another dimension of your fitness tracking.

I purchased my Skulpt Aim in August (from another retailer), and immediately began using it several times per week. I was doing Insanity Max 30 at the time, and my main focus was on losing body fat and increasing muscle quality. I started out with my body fat % at around 22% and my overall muscle quality at 104. Over the course of 2 rounds of Max 30, I saw a significant decrease in body fat, down to 17%, and my overall muscle quality went up to around 115. It was great to see the individual gains of each muscle group day to day and week to week. I never really had any issues with taking measurements. The only area that I would have to do more than once is my triceps, but it usually registers after the 2nd try. I would follow the demonstration videos for taking measurements at each location if it wasn't obvious, and it was great having those videos accessible in the app. Speaking of which, the app has made some great improvements since I first downloaded it, allowing you to control which measurements you're taking directly within the app instead of using the controls on the device. The only option I would like to see added is the full body measurement within the app. Right now (10/30/2015) it is limited to the quick test or individual muscles. My only issue with the Aim is the battery life. They chose to use NiMH batteries and the device requires a minimum of 10 hours to charge, and after only 3 months of use, my battery lasts only 10-15 minutes on a full charge. I've contacted customer support and am currently in the process of getting a replacement unit. It would be great if they would implement a lithium ion battery like most other portable devices, but I don't believe this will happen anytime soon. I'm hopeful that my replacement device will last much longer than the initial one. All in all, this is a great fitness tracker, and I would recommend it to anyone who is really interested in seeing measured changes in muscle quality and body fat on a daily basis. The device is a bit costly, but in line with other fitness trackers like the fitbit HR, which costs the same, and doesn't do nearly what this device can. I chose the Aim because I would rather see those measurements than track my steps.

It's a good device for measuring body fat. The on device screen is simple but has two guided modes for calculating body fat, one measuring all 22 muscles and the other only three. Battery life could be better but it depends on how ocd you get with checking. I find it more accurate than a scale but it's easier to use in the shower since you have to wet the contacts after two measurements which makes sense but still easier in the shower. If you're spots spot measuring fitness I would get it. Now I'm just waiting for fitbit integration.

I know there is no perfect tool out there for measuring body fat%, but a good tool should at least have reproducible results. I took 3 readings in a row and each reading was off by over 2% (some even more!) I made sure to take the reading in the same spot each time. I tried the product with other people, taking 3 readings each time and the same thing happened. The buttons on the sides are very hard to press. Very disappointed with this product! Don't buy it.

I bought mine after it had been on the market for a while (waiting on reviews), so I ended up paying about $200 for it. That was probably the best $200 I've spent all year. The device itself is pretty simple and straightforward. You spray water on the sensors, and apply to the muscle you want to measure. A couple seconds later, the light changes to blue, and you can review the muscle quality and percent body fat. The really great part is once you sync it to the app on your phone, it helps you keep track over time. It will give you your overall muscle quality and body fat percentages, which you can review over time, or you can look at each individual muscle group (again, you can review your progress over time). It's a great device to not only hold you accountable for results (rather than just blindly tracking "activity"), and can help you identify weak points you should be working on. I've been lifting on and off for a couple years, without seeing any lasting results. This, combined with the GymHero app, have been game changing for me this year. My lifts have improved by about 3 times as much as they did last year, and I haven't been this lean in over a decade. Long story short, it helps you track your progress, holds you accountable to improving, and makes it kind of fun in the process.

I pledged to the Skulpt project on Indiegogo, so this review does not reflect a Best Buy purchase. I received my first unit within the projected timeframe and immediately took to measuring myself regularly. The results are always within a small (~.5%) margin, and that may well be due to user error as I continue to familiarize myself with it. The Android app is usable, but still a work in progress (They need to add a shortcut in the remote feature to test all in succession) The team behind the app has been great about keeping in contact whenever I've had an issue, and the device has proven its worth time and again. At the Arnold Sports Festival, with personal trainer friends, they all seem pleased with how easy to use and accurate this device is. I would recommend it to anyone who wants to better their fitness, and anyone who feels better with more feedback on their efforts.

This is an awesome gadget if you want to track your bodyfat levels accurately. It does so much more accurately than scales and calipers. The app that comes with it is great. You can take snapshots of individual muscles or quick tests that accurately measure whole body. It is very easy to use and fast. The only thing holding me back on the 5th star is the battery life and charging cradle. They are soon to come out with their next version the Chisel. It fixes the battery issue and will be a lower price but won't have a screen (it will use your phone's app).

Got this item on kickstarter and have loved it since day one. It is very easy to take a quick reading on total body fat. This product is also great to isolate and track what muscles you want to focus on at the gym and see results before you might actually see your muscles get bigger. The only bad thing is the batter life on it is not great and sometimes it doesn't allow me to get through a complete body reading before the battery dies.

Looking at the description of what this device does obviously sets it out from other devices. The idea is that instead if you use a scale that measures body fat, it has to shoot a current from your feet straight through your body, which depending on height, weight, etc, you will get a misleading reading. With Sculpt, you will shoot a current through each muscle of your body giving you a better read and one of the closest to on target readouts possible for much less money then Hydrostatic Weighing or a DEXA scan. I believe those are two of the "Standard" tests. Now I've seen bodybuilders, extreme fitness pro's who know their exact body fat use these and get pretty close to precise readouts. So that is why I decided to order this. Now the truth on both ends. They are a small company with great intelligence (you can research their background). By being a small company they were struggling for awhile to meet demand by the time my interest got the best of me and I ordered. It took longer then expected and the customer service wasn't as helpful at the time. When my device arrived it had a few bugs and had to be sent back. Once I got the replacement I had a very good device that hasn't given me any problems. It syncs to my phone, I get good reads, just need to spray a little water on it and then place it on my muscle of choice. It takes a while to charge initially but the battery holds well. I can definitely see the difference if I'm consistently getting my workouts in or fell off and ate a little too much for the week. All around I believe it's worth the purchase. I can't wait to see the company grow, create better products, and make me a bigger fan.

I thought I was in decent shape, then I got the Skupt Aim and it turned out I was f.a.t.! So I started dieting a bit more and enjoyed watching as my fat percentage dropped. Now I'm (slowly) watching my "muscle quality" increase while that fat number stays about the same. Overall, it's a good little device, and though it's sometimes a bit finicky and could certainly use a longer-lasting battery, I'm glad I have it.