I have a Tanita scale and it's fairly accurate for weight but I agree with the rest of the sentiment. It's not all that accurate for measuring bodyfat percentage.
As for your real question mine likewise shows a big difference between the two modes you mention. The "athlete" mode registers 10.5%. The (I suppose) sedentary mode shows 18.5%. These percentages can also vary from minute to minute as others have posted.
The calipers register 8%. I haven't tried the water displacement because I'm not all that interested in it. I know I'm less than 10% after climbing at one point to being over 20%. I now feel good and look good (even though I have a face made for radio) and that's all that matters to me.
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