What is BMI Calculator?
BMI Calculator is a free tool that calculates your Body Mass Index from your height and weight. BMI is a widely used screening number defined as weight in kilograms divided by height in meters squared. The calculator supports both metric (cm, kg) and imperial (feet/inches, pounds) inputs and shows your result alongside the standard weight category ranges.
The standard BMI categories are: underweight (below 18.5), healthy weight (18.5–24.9), overweight (25–29.9), and obese (30 and above). These thresholds were established by the World Health Organization and are used globally as a general health screening tool. BMI does not distinguish between muscle and fat mass, so athletes and very muscular individuals often measure as overweight despite being healthy.
BMI is most useful as a quick initial screening for potential weight-related health risks, not as a definitive health assessment. A doctor or dietitian uses BMI alongside other measures like waist circumference, blood pressure and blood glucose to get a full picture. The calculator is free, private and works entirely in your browser with no data stored.
How to use BMI Calculator
- Enter your height — choose centimeters or feet and inches
- Enter your current weight in kilograms or pounds
- Click Calculate to get your BMI value and category instantly
- Review the healthy BMI range and what your result means
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