AMTI AccuSway Plus
AMTI AccuSway Plus is a clinically oriented force plate system that delivers laboratory-grade center-of-pressure metrics with a straightforward, clinic-friendly interface ideal for studios and outpatient clinics. It holds its position by balancing strong measurement accuracy with a lower total cost of ownership compared with high-end research plates, and while it does not include the turnkey clinical protocols of NeuroCom or the plantar pressure imagery of the emed-x, its ease of integration and affordability make it a practical choice for practices that need reliable balance assessment without the premium price.
Clinical-grade accuracy
Real-time sway feedback
Clinical-grade accuracy
Real-time sway feedback
Review Summary
"Users consistently praise the AMTI AccuSway Plus for its high accuracy, stable performance, and clinically useful sway metrics, with intuitive software and reliable long-term operation; common negatives are its price and occasional software update/support delays."
Stable as a rock
Compact, portable single-plate design for easy setup in studios and clinics.
Stable as a rock
Compact, portable single-plate design for easy setup in studios and clinics.
Enhanced Physical Well-Being
Skill Development & Mastery
AMTI AccuSway Plus is a clinically oriented force plate system that delivers laboratory-grade center-of-pressure metrics with a straightforward, clinic-friendly interface ideal for studios and outpatient clinics. It holds its position by balancing strong measurement accuracy with a lower total cost of ownership compared with high-end research plates, and while it does not include the turnkey clinical protocols of NeuroCom or the plantar pressure imagery of the emed-x, its ease of integration and affordability make it a practical choice for practices that need reliable balance assessment without the premium price.
Clinical-grade accuracy
Real-time sway feedback
Stable as a rock
Compact, portable single-plate design for easy setup in studios and clinics.
High-resolution center-of-pressure (COP) measurement suitable for static balance and sway testing.
Clinical-grade accuracy
Real-time sway feedback
Stable as a rock
Compact, portable single-plate design for easy setup in studios and clinics.
High-resolution center-of-pressure (COP) measurement suitable for static balance and sway testing.
$8,000-12,000 USD
Bertec Balance Advantage
Bertec Balance Advantage is a high-performance force plate platform prized for its exceptional dynamic range, low noise and high sampling capabilities, making it a leader for labs and clinics that perform perturbation, dynamic balance and sports-related assessments. It competes above AMTI and Novel on technical bandwidth and dynamic fidelity, trading higher upfront cost for research-grade performance that benefits clinics and studios performing complex motion or high-frequency force analyses.
High-speed sampling
Clinician-friendly interface
High-speed sampling
Clinician-friendly interface
Review Summary
"Reviewers report the Bertec Balance Advantage as a robust, research-grade balance platform with excellent sensitivity and repeatability; buyers note a learning curve for the software and a premium cost but value its durability and data quality."
Dance-floor vibes
Dual-plate and multi-axis force measurement for comprehensive static and dynamic assessments.
Dance-floor vibes
Dual-plate and multi-axis force measurement for comprehensive static and dynamic assessments.
Enhanced Physical Well-Being
Time-Saving Convenience
Skill Development & Mastery
Bertec Balance Advantage is a high-performance force plate platform prized for its exceptional dynamic range, low noise and high sampling capabilities, making it a leader for labs and clinics that perform perturbation, dynamic balance and sports-related assessments. It competes above AMTI and Novel on technical bandwidth and dynamic fidelity, trading higher upfront cost for research-grade performance that benefits clinics and studios performing complex motion or high-frequency force analyses.
High-speed sampling
Clinician-friendly interface
Dance-floor vibes
Dual-plate and multi-axis force measurement for comprehensive static and dynamic assessments.
High sampling rates and laboratory-grade force-moment accuracy for clinical research and rehabilitation.
High-speed sampling
Clinician-friendly interface
Dance-floor vibes
Dual-plate and multi-axis force measurement for comprehensive static and dynamic assessments.
High sampling rates and laboratory-grade force-moment accuracy for clinical research and rehabilitation.
$25,000-40,000 USD
Kistler 9260AA Force Plate
Kistler 9260AA is a compact, precision force plate known for industrial-grade construction and excellent linearity, offering stable long-term measurements suited to gait and balance labs in both studio and clinical settings. It stands out for its engineering robustness and international support compared with other plates, often commanding a premium but delivering durable, high-frequency capture that clinics value when prioritizing long-term reliability and minimal recalibration downtime.
Laboratory precision
Rugged construction
Laboratory precision
Rugged construction
Review Summary
"The Kistler 9260AA is frequently lauded for precision, high sampling rates and rugged build, making it a favorite in research labs and clinics, though users cite the need for third-party analysis tools and the upfront expense."
Low-noise signals
Single high-precision force plate offering excellent linearity and low noise for research-quality COP data.
Low-noise signals
Single high-precision force plate offering excellent linearity and low noise for research-quality COP data.
Enhanced Physical Well-Being
Skill Development & Mastery
Kistler 9260AA is a compact, precision force plate known for industrial-grade construction and excellent linearity, offering stable long-term measurements suited to gait and balance labs in both studio and clinical settings. It stands out for its engineering robustness and international support compared with other plates, often commanding a premium but delivering durable, high-frequency capture that clinics value when prioritizing long-term reliability and minimal recalibration downtime.
Laboratory precision
Rugged construction
Low-noise signals
Single high-precision force plate offering excellent linearity and low noise for research-quality COP data.
Robust aluminum construction with high overload capacity suitable for repeated clinical use.
Laboratory precision
Rugged construction
Low-noise signals
Single high-precision force plate offering excellent linearity and low noise for research-quality COP data.
Robust aluminum construction with high overload capacity suitable for repeated clinical use.
$7,000-12,000 USD
Novel emed-x
Novel emed-x combines high-resolution plantar pressure mapping with center-of-pressure analysis, providing clinicians and studio practitioners actionable visualizations of pressure distribution alongside balance metrics. Unlike standalone force plates focused solely on force/time data, the emed-x adds diagnostic value for foot, orthotic and balance assessments and typically occupies a mid-range price band, making it especially attractive where plantar pressure information complements balance testing.
High-res plantar mapping
Gait insight engine
High-res plantar mapping
Gait insight engine
Review Summary
"Novel emed-x earns praise for its high-resolution plantar pressure maps, comprehensive gait/balance metrics and reliable hardware; users commonly mention its heavy footprint, cost, and occasional calibration or service wait times."
Footprint storyteller
Large-area pressure platform capturing dynamic plantar pressure and balance metrics during gait and stance.
Footprint storyteller
Large-area pressure platform capturing dynamic plantar pressure and balance metrics during gait and stance.
Enhanced Physical Well-Being
Time-Saving Convenience
Skill Development & Mastery
Novel emed-x combines high-resolution plantar pressure mapping with center-of-pressure analysis, providing clinicians and studio practitioners actionable visualizations of pressure distribution alongside balance metrics. Unlike standalone force plates focused solely on force/time data, the emed-x adds diagnostic value for foot, orthotic and balance assessments and typically occupies a mid-range price band, making it especially attractive where plantar pressure information complements balance testing.
High-res plantar mapping
Gait insight engine
Footprint storyteller
Large-area pressure platform capturing dynamic plantar pressure and balance metrics during gait and stance.
High spatial resolution sensors combined with validated force estimates for clinical gait analysis.
High-res plantar mapping
Gait insight engine
Footprint storyteller
Large-area pressure platform capturing dynamic plantar pressure and balance metrics during gait and stance.
High spatial resolution sensors combined with validated force estimates for clinical gait analysis.
$20,000-35,000 USD
NeuroCom Balance Master
NeuroCom Balance Master is a turnkey clinical system that integrates force plates with movable platforms, standardized test batteries and normative databases to deliver comprehensive balance assessment workflows suited for rehabilitation clinics and specialized studios. It is typically more expensive than single-plate solutions like AMTI or Novel, but its automated protocols, reporting and clinical validation reduce clinician time and training burden, providing immediate diagnostic and billing-ready outputs that justify the premium in many clinical environments.
Sensory organization testing
Rehab-driven protocols
Sensory organization testing
Rehab-driven protocols
Review Summary
"Clinicians value the NeuroCom Balance Master for its comprehensive posturography protocols and clinical utility (eg, SOT) and robust normative databases, while criticisms focus on high cost, bulky setup, dated UI and required training/support."
Tilt-and-sway theater
Full clinical posturography system with movable platforms and immersive visual surround for sensory testing.
Tilt-and-sway theater
Full clinical posturography system with movable platforms and immersive visual surround for sensory testing.
Enhanced Physical Well-Being
Skill Development & Mastery
Time-Saving Convenience
NeuroCom Balance Master is a turnkey clinical system that integrates force plates with movable platforms, standardized test batteries and normative databases to deliver comprehensive balance assessment workflows suited for rehabilitation clinics and specialized studios. It is typically more expensive than single-plate solutions like AMTI or Novel, but its automated protocols, reporting and clinical validation reduce clinician time and training burden, providing immediate diagnostic and billing-ready outputs that justify the premium in many clinical environments.
Sensory organization testing
Rehab-driven protocols
Tilt-and-sway theater
Full clinical posturography system with movable platforms and immersive visual surround for sensory testing.
Delivers automated protocols such as Sensory Organization Test (SOT), Limits of Stability, and Motor Control.
Sensory organization testing
Rehab-driven protocols
Tilt-and-sway theater
Full clinical posturography system with movable platforms and immersive visual surround for sensory testing.
Delivers automated protocols such as Sensory Organization Test (SOT), Limits of Stability, and Motor Control.
$80,000-120,000 USD