DEXA+ vs. seca mBCA 555: Price, Features and Which to Choose
The seca mBCA 555 is a medical bioimpedance analyzer widely used in hospitals and practices; a UK reseller lists it at £7,249 excluding VAT, and US pricing is by quote. The DEXA+ Clinical Bioimpedance Analyzer is $9,995, with an optional business launch program built for cash-pay body composition services.
Side-by-side
| DEXA+ Clinical Bioimpedance Analyzer | seca mBCA 555 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $9,995 (CORE program $15,000) | £7,249 ex VAT (UK reseller); US by quote |
| Method | Bioimpedance | Bioimpedance |
| Scan time | ~30 seconds | Seconds |
| Key outputs | Lean mass, body fat %, visceral fat, hydration, BMR, biological age | Fat mass, fat-free mass, body water and more |
| Built for | Cash-pay clinics, med spas, GLP-1 programs, gyms | Hospitals and medical practices |
| Business launch support | CORE: 6-week course, training, protocols, marketing kit | Not included |
| Patient app and referrals | DEXASCAN app and DEXASCAN.COM listing (CORE) | seca software |
When seca mBCA 555 may be the better fit
- Your organization standardizes on seca medical equipment.
- You need to integrate with existing seca hospital systems.
When DEXA+ is the better fit
- You are building a cash-pay body composition service and want launch training and marketing.
- You want a client-facing app and DEXASCAN.COM visibility.
- You want a defined US price and one supplier for equipment and training.
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How much does a seca mBCA 555 cost?
A UK reseller lists the seca mBCA 555 with handrail at £7,249 excluding VAT. US pricing is quote-based.
Which is better for a med spa?
For a cash-pay med spa, DEXA+ includes training, protocols, pricing tools and marketing designed for that business model.
Do I need a license to run a bioimpedance analyzer?
Bioimpedance uses no radiation. Check your state and professional rules for the services you offer with it.
Sources
- Mistry Medical (UK): seca mBCA 555 with handrail (listed price, Oct 2026)
- Balampanos D, et al. Agreement between standing 8-point multifrequency BIA and DXA (n=1,250). Healthcare. 2026
Competitor prices and features were checked in October 2026 from public sources listed below and may change; quotes vary by reseller, region and configuration. InBody, seca, Evolt, Bod Pod, Hologic and GE are trademarks of their owners, used only for comparison. DEXA+ is not affiliated with them.