This article will compare the Microlife BodyGem with the Korr MetaCheck.
Both indirect calorimetry units measure RMR – Resting Metabolic Rate / BMR – Basal Metabolic Rate
Let’s start with validation. Both indirect calorimeter devices have been validated against the gold standards of the metabolic rate testing, the Douglas Bag and the DeltraTrac Medical Cart, and have similar accuracy.
Dr. Robert Huizenga, Associate Professor of Clinical Medicine at UCLA and Medical Advisor to The Biggest Loser said “We chose to use the Microlife device based on its accuracy in comparison to other indirect calorimeters.”
Filtration
The Korr Bacteria Filter is in the device, so it doesn’t get changed with each client and it’s only replaced every 100 usages.
The BodyGem medical-grade filters are in the disposable mouthpieces, so that each client breathes through a NEW filter.
Portability
The Korr MetaCheck is a box-type design and it sits on a desktop.
The BodyGem is a compact, hand-held design, and it comes with a carry case to allow you to perform RMR measurements anywhere.
Client Measurement Report Printing
The Korr Metacheck is designed to be used with their printer and paper. Their preprinted paper costs $20 per 100 sheets. With 2 sheets per test, that’s an extra $.40 per test.
BodyGem Analyzer software is loaded on your computer and can print the 3-page client measurement summary report from any printer. No special paper is needed. And you can email the report to your client in PDF format.
Client Comfort
The Metacheck uses an oval-shaped mouthpiece, which forces the client to maintain a tight seal. Having your mouth around the oval mouthpiece can make it difficult to swallow, which can lead to drooling.
BodyGem mouthpiece filters have a bite-wing design, which allows the client to easily maintain a tight seal and swallow normally.
Device Sensors
The Korr MetaCheck has a 1 year warranty and the sensors must be replaced every year
at a cost of $225.
The BodyGem has 2 year warranty and NO maintenance.
Mouthpiece Pricing
Korr mouthpiece tubes are $7 each. The bacteria filter, which is changed every 100 uses,
costs $6.25.
BodyGem mouthpieces with integrated medical-grade filters are $9.50 each.
Device Pricing
The BodyGem System Kit is $700 less than the Korr MetaCheck System
BodyGem Marketing
I offer free customizable marketing fliers to help you make clients aware of the need to get their RMR tested.
BodyGem owners can get listed on our nationwide database. More and more people are learning that they can get their RMR measured from The Biggest Loser TV show,
so they can find you when they search for a local measurement provider.
To get more information:
- Review the BodyGem System information
- Call me directly at 720-431-1461
- Or leave a voicemail at 1-866-285-8296 and I’ll call you back
I wish you the best of health!
David Wilcoxson
Korr and MetaCheck are registered trademarks of Korr Medical Technologies, Inc.