Pitney Bowes Small Business Postage Meter & Scale Start-Up (Activation) Kit Review

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(More customer reviews)The Product Description given here leaves something to be desired. It is nowhere near complete, and is potentially misleading.

Here is exactly what this item is:What you are buying here on Amazon is a START-UP KIT. This kit consists of an ACTIVATION FORM sealed inside a cardboard binder, and EXACT CONTACT INSTRUCTIONS.You zip open the cardboard, remove the Activation Form (with Activation Code), and contact Pitney Bowes by either (1) phone, (2) fax, (3) online, or (4) mail, to activate your account and get your equipment and supplies.

The Kit states that your package will arrive from Pitney Bowes in 3-5 days. What you will receive from Pitney Bowes is:

(1) postage meter - electric w/ battery backup; refillable over the phone on a 24/7 basis;

(2) postage scale - electric w/ battery backup; weighs items up to 5 lbs; precise to within 0.1 ounce;

(3) $10.00 in free postage applied to your account;

(4) an ink cartridge;

(5) 20 mailing tape labels for your packages;

(6) first month rent free (i.e.: included in the purchase of this Activation Kit).

Pitney Bowes states that items (3)-(6) are a $50.00 value.

THERE IS A ONE (1) YEAR LEASE COMMITTMENT WITH ACTIVATION.

(Note: you can never BUY a postage meter, from anyone. They are always LEASED.This is due to US Government regulations.)

Now, here's the kicker. I called Pitney Bowes regarding the precise model numbers, and was told the following: the pictured scale (model G-799) and meter (model E-700) are STILL AVAILABLE but - due to new USPS regulations - are obsolete and are being phased out.They MUST be replaced by the end of 2008 with the new digital version, which rents for a bit more.

The new digital version is a COMBINED digital scale/meter (model K-700), which comes in two types: (1) with a 2 pound scale @ $19.99 per month; or (2) a 5 pound scale @ $24.99 per month.The upside of this is that the new model is much more reliable and faster; the ink lasts twice as long; and operation is easier (automatic postage calculation based on weight and selected type of mailing).

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No more last minute trips to the post office to buy stamps and weigh packages. This meter is instantly refilled by telephone, 24 hours a day. Track postage costs by accounting for every cent of postage. Print promotional messages on every envelope and pac

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Pelouze P100S 100-lb.Capacity All-Purpose Mechanical Utility Scale, 13-1/4 x 10-1/2 Platform Review

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(More customer reviews)Bought this to ship UPS boxes and it works fine.The only issue is accuracy,not as accurate as a digital, you will need to bump up your weight to the next highest pound for UPS.

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For UPS and general utility use. Memory Lock® holds weight reading when display is covered by oversize package. 18-gauge steel construction with carry handle and shatter-proof lens. Intended for private use only; not legal for trade.

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Pelouze 4060 Heavy-Duty Electronic Utility Scale with PC Interface, 400-lb. Capacity Review

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(More customer reviews)Don't buy this model unless you need the PC interface. The model 4040 is the same except for the PC interface.I bought this model 4060 because it was advertised as weighing in .2 lb incriments and .1 kg increments.Well it doesn't, it weighs in .5 lb increments and .2 kg imcrements.It weighs consistant just not as precise as I wanted. I'm not happy because I spent 60 bucks more than I needed to because of false representation.

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Wall mount control panel with nine foot cord. Cord feature displays readings at eye level. Shock-resistant load cell weigh mechanism Intended for private use only; not legal for trade.

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Pelouze X2 2-lb.Capacity Standard Mechanical Mailroom Scale, 3-3/4 x 3-1/4 Platform Review

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(More customer reviews)This is a cheap scale that arrived scratched and bent. Damaged to the point where it woult not operate properly. I returned it and bought a USPS digital 10 lb. scale which I am very happy with even though I spent about $12 more. it's worth it.

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This sleek and accurate mechanical scale is fitted with a replaceable dial with popular U.S. mail rate calculations. Intended for private use only; not legal for trade.

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ROYAL MX2 MECHANICAL - 2LB POSTAL SCALE Review

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(More customer reviews)The scale was defective and could not be calibrated to read an accurate weight.

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Ideal for use in the kitchen or home office, the Royal MX2 mechanical postal scale offers a number of useful functions in one tidy package. The economical manual design and small size make this scale an excellent choice for occasional, delicate weighing--seasonal mailings, precision baking, or dieting accuracy are all made easy. The one-touch tare function allows users to reset the scale to weigh the contents of a bowl or package without including the weight of the container, a feature that can be especially handy in the kitchen. Weight can be measured in either standard U.S. or metric units, in 0.5-ounce or 10-gram increments. A sturdy and replaceable rate chart is included, and updates may be downloaded from the manufacturer's Web site. A fold-up stand attaches for easy handling of oversize envelopes. Royal offers a one-year limited warranty.

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Pelouze 250-Pounds Capacity All-Purpose Mechanical Utility Scale, 13-1/4 x 10-1/2 Inches Platform (P250S) Review

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(More customer reviews)I used a scale like this for years (10+) in a manufacturing business.Everyone in the place used it for weighing packages, blocks of steel and themselves!I couldn't wait to get one for my small business when I opened up my own UPS account.Digital scales look nice but unless you buy a really expensive one it probably won't last.You can also store this thing until you need it.It's durable and would take a lot to break it.No batteries or electricity either!
Amazon had the best price too, some places wanted over $100!Shop around folks!

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For UPS and general utility use. Memory Lock holds weight reading when display is covered by oversize package. 18-gauge steel construction with carry handle and shatter-proof lens. Intended for private use only; not legal for trade.

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Pelouze 2-Lb. Capacity Rate Indicating Mechanical Postal Scale, Model# X2 Review

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(More customer reviews)The product was great; it's really durable and fine tuned. It operates pretty flawlessly. I was very happy with my purchase. I actually ended up re-calibrating it and using it for a museum exhibit and it served that function quite well.

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Great for envelopes and small packages. Includes USPS 1st Class Priority and Express Mail. 1/2-oz. display increments. Purchase new rate dials when rates change.

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