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Withings ScanWatch 2 review: 127 specs compared

Avg. price:~£310Screen size:0.63 inchBattery life:30 daysDisplay type:OLED

Withings ScanWatch 2 Review: Compare 127 technical specifications, 60 expert and video reviews and 15 best-of lists to see how this product ranks in the Smartwatches category and whether it is worth buying.

Withings ScanWatch 2
7.5/10

Overall score

Score
7.5/ 10
✕
What it is
Our main score for this model, 1–10. It combines specs, best-of lists, expert reviews and owners.
How we count it
Parts: Technical score 35%, List score 30%, Reviews score 25%, Sentiment score 10%
Marks: Each part gets a mark out of 10. For reviews, lists and owners, a typical model in this category gets about 8 and the best one gets 10.
No data yet: A part with no data shows "?". It counts as the mark of a weaker model in this category (4 in 5 models with data score higher). This way, models with reviews, lists and owners usually come out ahead.
Score distribution
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▲ Better than 67% of models
Score components

35%

6.3

Technical score

30%

8.7

List score

25%

8.2

Reviews score

10%

6.3

Sentiment score

▲Better than 67% of smartwatches
7.9

Value for money

Value for money
7.9/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartwatch's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartwatch with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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▲ Better than 56% of models
Score components

70%

7.5

Overall score

30%

8.9

Price

▲Better than 56%
6.3

Technical score

Technical score
6.3/ 10
✕
What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 51% of models
Score components

24%

8.5

Health

21%

7.9

Fitness

16%

7.5

Battery

14%

3.2

Smart features

12%

3.7

Connectivity

9%

5.9

Display & Design

4%

1.0

Hardware

▲Better than 51%
8.2

Reviews score

Reviews score
8.2/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Every review counts the same: written or video, short or full test.
Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.4 for now.
Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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▲ Better than 66% of models

80%

8.0

Average grade

20%

9.2

Popularity

Grades by review (60)
46 reviews + 14 videos, average 8.0/10. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
▲Better than 66%
8.7

List score

List score
8.7/ 10
✕
What it is
How often independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers put this model in their best-of lists for this category.
How we count it
Points: The model in the most lists of this category gets 10; the others get 8 to 10 in proportion. In no list yet: 7.5. Lists count 30% of the overall score.
Enough data: Every list counts, even a single one. With fewer than 5 best-of lists in the category, this part is left out.
Lists with this model (15)
List score: in 15 of 122 lists (12%)
★Better than 97%
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Where to buy
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Best rankings
Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).All: ranking among all products in the database.

What reviewers say about the Withings ScanWatch 2

Based on 12 · 12

Reviewers praise the health monitoring, elegant comfortable design and long battery, but it lacks GPS, calls, payments and real smart features.
Praised
Mixed views
Criticised
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What owners say about the Withings ScanWatch 2

Based on 146 owners sharing their experience in online comments

29%positive16%mixed55%negative

Owners like its classic look and long battery life, but inaccurate tracking, charging trouble and premature failures dominate complaints.

What owners dislike

  • During workouts, owners say heart rate reads too low or drops out, and step counts can be 30 to 50 percent under other watches.20
  • Owners report back or sensor covers coming loose, fogging, water entering when the crown is pressed while swimming, and failures after one to two years.16
  • Many owners say support replies slowly or not at all, relies on an automated chat, and refuses repairs or replacements for faults.15
  • Owners say sleep tracking misses REM and waking periods, and counts time awake in bed on the phone as sleep.12
  • Owners say the claimed 30-day battery drops to about 4 to 14 days with health tracking such as nightly breathing turned on.10
  • Owners say the watch charges slowly or not at all, the charger must sit in exactly the right position, and a system reset sometimes helps.9
  • Owners say there is no GPS, so distance needs a phone, and bike rides record no distance.8
  • Owners say the Bluetooth link to the phone drops and does not reconnect, so alerts stop, and some cannot pair a new phone.6
  • Owners say message alerts stop after software updates, sometimes return later, and missed-call alerts keep repeating all day.6
  • Owners say the crown gets pressed when they bend their wrist, stopping workouts like push-ups, and it cannot be turned off.6

Points mentioned by at least 3 owners, most mentioned first.

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Technical Specifications of smartwatch Withings ScanWatch 2

Technical score
Technical score
6.3/ 10
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What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 51% of models
Score components:

24%

8.5

Health

21%

7.9

Fitness

16%

7.5

Battery

14%

3.2

Smart features

12%

3.7

Connectivity

9%

5.9

Display & Design

4%

1.0

Hardware

6.3
Reviews score
8.2
List score
8.7
Value for money
Value for money
7.9/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartwatch's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartwatch with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 56% of models
Score components:

70%

7.5

Overall score

30%

8.9

Price

7.9
Heart rate monitor
yes
This smartwatch includes a heart rate monitor. 9.5% of smartwatches include a heart rate monitor.
Blood oxygen monitoring
yes
This smartwatch supports blood oxygen monitoring. 30.4% of smartwatches support blood oxygen monitoring.
Readings are for wellness use, not medical diagnosis.
ECG
yes
This smartwatch supports ECG. 82% of smartwatches support ECG.
ECG readings are for wellness guidance, not medical diagnosis.
Irregular heart rate warnings
yes
This smartwatch supports irregular heart rate warnings. 49.5% of smartwatches support irregular heart rate warnings.
HRV tracking
yes
This smartwatch supports HRV tracking. 54.9% of smartwatches support HRV tracking.
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What reviewers say
Accelerometer
yes
This smartwatch includes an accelerometer. 0.5% of smartwatches include an accelerometer.
Barometer
yes
This smartwatch includes a barometer. 46.5% of smartwatches include a barometer.
Gyroscope
no
This smartwatch does not include a gyroscope. 71.3% of smartwatches include a gyroscope.
Cadence sensor
no
This smartwatch does not include a cadence sensor. 32.9% of smartwatches include a cadence sensor.
Distance tracking
yes
This smartwatch supports distance tracking. 3.7% of smartwatches support distance tracking.
Distance tracking may depend on phone GPS/app on some models.
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What reviewers say
Battery life
30 days
Market range: <1 day – >20 days
This smartwatch lasts 30 days on a charge, which is longer than 95.9% of Smartwatches and the same as 1% of Smartwatches.
Battery life in training mode
?
Battery life with GPS on
N/A
Battery power
140 mAh
Market range: <200 mAh – >500 mAh
This smartwatch has a 140 mAh battery, which is smaller than 96.6% of Smartwatches and the same as 0.3% of Smartwatches.
Charge time
120 min
Market range: <60 min – >150 min
This smartwatch charges from empty in 120 min, which is quicker than 13.3% of Smartwatches and the same as 44.6% of Smartwatches.
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What reviewers say
Operating system
HealthSense OS
This smartwatch runs HealthSense OS, which is less advanced than the system in 99.5% of Smartwatches and equal to 0.3% of Smartwatches.
Software update frequency
occasional
This smartwatch has occasional software update support which is more active than that of 54% of smartwatches and equal to that of 40.2% of smartwatches.
Third-party app support
no
This smartwatch does not support third-party apps. 51.6% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
Notifications
yes
This smartwatch supports notifications. 0.3% of smartwatches support notifications.
Voice assistant support
no
This smartwatch does not support voice assistants. 69.3% of smartwatches support voice assistants.
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What reviewers say
Cellular module
no
This smartwatch does not include a cellular module. 16.7% of smartwatches include a cellular module.
SIM cards
0
GPS
no
This smartwatch does not support GPS. 59.8% of smartwatches support GPS.
Galileo support
no
This smartwatch does not support Galileo navigation. 43.6% of smartwatches support Galileo navigation.
Dual-frequency GPS
no
This smartwatch does not support dual-frequency GPS. 15.1% of Smartwatches offer this.
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What reviewers say
Screen size
0.63 inch
Market range: <1.2 inch – >1.83 inch
This smartwatch has a 0.63 inch screen, which is smaller than 99.6% of Smartwatches and the same as 0.3% of Smartwatches.
Display type
OLED
This smartwatch uses OLED, which is less advanced than the screen in 53.2% of Smartwatches and equal to 9.1% of Smartwatches.
Grayscale panel.
Resolution
?
Pixel density
322 ppi
Market range: <213 ppi – >461 ppi
This smartwatch has a pixel density of 322 ppi, which is lower than 58.3% of Smartwatches and equal to 1.4% of Smartwatches.
Display brightness
500 nits
Market range: <450 nits – >2k nits
This smartwatch has a screen brightness of 500 nits, which is lower than 73.2% of Smartwatches and equal to 13.6% of Smartwatches.
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What reviewers say
CPU speed
?
Processor model
?
RAM
?
Internal storage
0.001 GB
Market range: <0 GB – >32 GB
This smartwatch has 0.001 GB of internal storage, which is less than 76.5% of Smartwatches and equal to 23.5% of Smartwatches.
1 MB local storage for health data.
External memory slot
no
This smartwatch does not include an external memory slot. 0.3% of smartwatches include an external memory slot.
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Withings ScanWatch 2 vs the average smartwatch

246810TotalHealthFitnessBatteryConnectivityDisplay & DesignSmart featuresHardware
  • 23 days longer battery life
    This smartwatch runs longer per charge than the average smartwatch (30 days vs 7 days). The average smartwatch runs for 7 days on a charge.
    30 days vs 7 days
  • ECG support
    This smartwatch supports ECG, the average smartwatch does not. 18.1% of smartwatches support ECG.
    ECG readings are for wellness guidance, not medical diagnosis.
  • Temperature sensing
    This smartwatch includes a temperature sensor, the average smartwatch does not. 31.9% of smartwatches include a temperature sensor.
  • HRV tracking
    This smartwatch supports HRV tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 45.2% of smartwatches support HRV tracking.
  • Stronger display glass
    This smartwatch uses sapphire display glass, while the average smartwatch uses mineral glass.
    sapphire vs mineral glass
  • More frequent updates
    This smartwatch receives occasional software updates, while the average smartwatch receives ended updates.
    occasional vs ended
  • Supports Wi-Fi
    This smartwatch supports Wi-Fi, the average smartwatch does not. 43.5% of smartwatches support Wi-Fi.
  • Calorie tracking
    This smartwatch supports calorie tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 48.7% of smartwatches support calorie tracking.
  • 17.1% higher review score
    Reviews score
    8.2/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
    How we count it
    Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Every review counts the same: written or video, short or full test.
    Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
    Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.4 for now.
    Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    ▲ Better than 66% of models

    80%

    8.0

    Average grade

    20%

    9.2

    Popularity

    Grades by review (60)
    46 reviews + 14 videos, average 8.0/10. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    8.2 vs 7.0
  • 10.1% higher list score
    List score
    8.7/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    How often independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers put this model in their best-of lists for this category.
    How we count it
    Points: The model in the most lists of this category gets 10; the others get 8 to 10 in proportion. In no list yet: 7.5. Lists count 30% of the overall score.
    Enough data: Every list counts, even a single one. With fewer than 5 best-of lists in the category, this part is left out.
    Lists with this model (15)
    List score: in 15 of 122 lists (12%)
    8.7 vs 7.9
  • ECG support
    This smartwatch supports ECG, the average smartwatch does not. 18.1% of smartwatches support ECG.
    ECG readings are for wellness guidance, not medical diagnosis.
  • Temperature sensing
    This smartwatch includes a temperature sensor, the average smartwatch does not. 31.9% of smartwatches include a temperature sensor.
  • HRV tracking
    This smartwatch supports HRV tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 45.2% of smartwatches support HRV tracking.
  • Calorie tracking
    This smartwatch supports calorie tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 48.7% of smartwatches support calorie tracking.
  • Weight tracking
    This smartwatch supports weight tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 41.9% of smartwatches support weight tracking.
    Weight tracking may rely on manual app entry or smart-scale sync.
  • Water intake tracking
    This smartwatch tracks water intake, the average smartwatch does not. 44.1% of smartwatches track water intake.
  • 2 years newer
    This smartwatch was released more recently than the average smartwatch (2023 vs 2021). The average smartwatch was released in 2021.
    September 2023
    2023 vs 2021
  • 23 days longer battery life
    This smartwatch runs longer per charge than the average smartwatch (30 days vs 7 days). The average smartwatch runs for 7 days on a charge.
    30 days vs 7 days
  • Supports Wi-Fi
    This smartwatch supports Wi-Fi, the average smartwatch does not. 43.5% of smartwatches support Wi-Fi.
  • Stronger display glass
    This smartwatch uses sapphire display glass, while the average smartwatch uses mineral glass.
    sapphire vs mineral glass
  • 10.4 g lighter
    This smartwatch is lighter than the average smartwatch (34.6 g vs 45 g). The average smartwatch weighs 45 g.
    34.6 g vs 45 g
  • 4 mm slimmer strap
    This smartwatch has a slimmer strap than the average smartwatch (18 mm vs 22 mm). The average smartwatch has a 22 mm strap.
    18 mm vs 22 mm
  • Hybrid watch design
    This smartwatch has a hybrid design, the average smartwatch does not. 8.6% of smartwatches have a hybrid design.
  • Better case material
    This smartwatch uses stainless steel for the case material, while the average smartwatch uses polycarbonate.
    316L stainless steel case
    stainless steel vs polycarbonate
  • 6.6 mm shorter case
    This smartwatch has a shorter case than the average smartwatch (38.4 mm vs 45 mm). The average smartwatch is 45 mm tall.
    38.4 mm vs 45 mm
  • More frequent updates
    This smartwatch receives occasional software updates, while the average smartwatch receives ended updates.
    occasional vs ended
  • No GPS support
    This smartwatch does not support GPS, the average smartwatch does. 59.7% of smartwatches support GPS.
  • No third-party apps
    This smartwatch does not support third-party apps, the average smartwatch does. 51.6% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
  • No coaching features
    This smartwatch does not support coaching, the average smartwatch does. 58.8% of smartwatches support coaching.
  • No music playback
    This smartwatch does not support music playback, the average smartwatch does. 57.1% of smartwatches support music playback.
  • No gyroscope
    This smartwatch does not include a gyroscope, the average smartwatch does. 71.2% of smartwatches include a gyroscope.
  • No always-on display
    This smartwatch does not have an always-on display, the average smartwatch does. 70.3% of smartwatches have an always-on display.
  • No auto-pause
    This smartwatch does not support auto pause, the average smartwatch does. 62.6% of smartwatches support auto pause.
  • No speaker
    This smartwatch does not include a built-in speaker, the average smartwatch does. 56.7% of smartwatches include a built-in speaker.
  • 2.82x more expensive
    Withings ScanWatch 2 is more expensive than the average smartwatch (£310 vs £110).
    £310 vs £110
  • 16.0% lower sentiment score
    6.3 vs 7.5
  • No coaching features
    This smartwatch does not support coaching, the average smartwatch does. 58.8% of smartwatches support coaching.
  • No gyroscope
    This smartwatch does not include a gyroscope, the average smartwatch does. 71.2% of smartwatches include a gyroscope.
  • No auto-pause
    This smartwatch does not support auto pause, the average smartwatch does. 62.6% of smartwatches support auto pause.
  • No route support
    This smartwatch does not support route support, the average smartwatch does. 54.4% of smartwatches support route support.
  • 60 fewer exercise types
    This smartwatch includes fewer exercise types than the average smartwatch (30 vs 90). The average smartwatch includes 90 exercise types.
    Reported as at least 30 exercise modes.
    30 vs 90
  • No voice feedback
    This smartwatch does not support voice feedback, the average smartwatch does. 63.5% of smartwatches support voice feedback.
  • 165 mAh smaller battery capacity
    This smartwatch has a smaller battery than the average smartwatch (140 mAh vs 305 mAh). The average smartwatch has a 305 mAh battery.
    140 mAh vs 305 mAh
  • Basic battery type
    This smartwatch uses a Li-ion battery, while the average smartwatch uses Li-Po.
    Li-ion vs Li-Po
  • No GPS support
    This smartwatch does not support GPS, the average smartwatch does. 59.7% of smartwatches support GPS.
  • Less current Bluetooth version
    This smartwatch uses a less current Bluetooth version than the average smartwatch (4.2 vs 5).
    4.2 vs 5
  • No always-on display
    This smartwatch does not have an always-on display, the average smartwatch does. 70.3% of smartwatches have an always-on display.
  • 0.77 inch smaller display
    This smartwatch has a smaller screen than the average smartwatch (0.6 inch vs 1.4 inch). The average smartwatch has a 1.4 inch screen.
    0.63 inch vs 1.4 inch
  • More basic display
    This smartwatch uses a more basic screen than the average smartwatch (OLED vs AMOLED).
    Grayscale panel.
    OLED vs AMOLED
  • 1.7 mm thicker
    This smartwatch is thicker than the average smartwatch (13.4 mm vs 11.7 mm). The average smartwatch is 11.7 mm thick.
    13.4 mm vs 11.7 mm
  • 250 nits dimmer screen
    This smartwatch has a dimmer screen than the average smartwatch (500 nits vs 750 nits). The average smartwatch peaks at 750 nits.
    500 nits vs 750 nits
  • No touchscreen
    This smartwatch does not have a touch screen, the average smartwatch does. 91.5% of smartwatches have a touch screen.
  • No third-party apps
    This smartwatch does not support third-party apps, the average smartwatch does. 51.6% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
  • No music playback
    This smartwatch does not support music playback, the average smartwatch does. 57.1% of smartwatches support music playback.
  • No voice assistant
    This smartwatch does not support voice assistants, the average smartwatch does. 69.2% of smartwatches support voice assistants.
  • No call answering
    This smartwatch does not support call answering, the average smartwatch does. 60% of smartwatches support call answering.
  • No voice command support
    This smartwatch does not support voice commands, the average smartwatch does. 68.1% of smartwatches support voice commands.
  • No call controls
    This smartwatch does not offer call control, the average smartwatch does. 91.2% of smartwatches offer call control.
  • No passcode
    This smartwatch does not include passcode protection, the average smartwatch does. 70.4% of smartwatches include passcode protection.
  • No phone finder
    This smartwatch does not include phone finder, the average smartwatch does. 96.4% of smartwatches include phone finder.
  • More basic operating system
    This smartwatch runs a more basic operating system than the average smartwatch (HealthSense OS vs Proprietary OS).
    HealthSense OS vs Proprietary OS
  • No camera remote
    This smartwatch does not include built-in camera remote control, the average smartwatch does. 85.5% of smartwatches that are equipped with a camera include built-in camera remote control.
  • No speaker
    This smartwatch does not include a built-in speaker, the average smartwatch does. 56.7% of smartwatches include a built-in speaker.
  • 1 fewer microphones
    This smartwatch has fewer microphones than the average smartwatch (0 vs 1). The average smartwatch has 1 microphones.
    0 vs 1
  • 100% less internal storage
    This smartwatch has less internal storage than the average smartwatch (0 GB vs 4 GB). The average smartwatch has 4 GB of internal storage.
    1 MB local storage for health data.
    0.001 GB vs 4 GB

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

6.0
Techusiast
≈ estimated
29/03/2024
Hands-on review · one month of use · software tests
Verdict
Withings ScanWatch 2 is not a bad wearable but not a great one: a good-enough hybrid for general users, not serious athletes.
9.0
Pocket-lint
≈ estimated
05/01/2024
Long-term review · health tracking and battery tests
Verdict
Withings ScanWatch 2 is a calm, distraction-free hybrid with excellent health tracking and battery life, though charging is inconvenient.
7.0
Get There Faster
≈ estimated
01/01/2025
Hands-on review · about three weeks of testing
Verdict
Withings ScanWatch 2 is a stylish, health-focused hybrid for buyers who want basic notifications rather than a full smartwatch.
9.0
Geekanoids
≈ estimated
23/12/2023
First look · unboxing, design and feature overview
Verdict
Withings ScanWatch 2 is a stylish hybrid watch packed with health features, and a good choice for buyers.
8.0
Android Authority
≈ estimated
03/09/2023
Short review · features and who it suits
Verdict
Withings ScanWatch 2 is a good everyday hybrid for health tracking, but its small display has no touchscreen for replies.
Not graded
Hands-on video, no verdict

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

7.0
wired.com
✓ explicit
02/12/2023
Long-term test · Hybrid watch
Verdict
The Withings ScanWatch 2 is a classic-looking hybrid whose temperature tracking and long battery suit simple health monitoring, but awkward workout starts and syncing glitches hold it back.
8.0
laptopmag.com
✓ explicit
21/02/2024
Month-long test · Hybrid health watch
Verdict
The Withings ScanWatch 2 suits people who want background health tracking, a classic look and a month of battery, but it lacks smart features.
8.0
pickr.com.au
✓ explicit
21/02/2024
Hands-on review · Hybrid health watch
Verdict
The Withings ScanWatch 2 is a classic-looking health watch with weeks of battery life, but its tiny screen is hard to read in sunlight and alerts were patchy.
8.2
techradar.com
✓ explicit
05/09/2024
Hands-on review · Hybrid fitness watch
Verdict
The Withings ScanWatch 2 looks like an analog watch and tracks fitness well, but it runs no apps and makes messages hard to read.
7.5
pocketnow.com
✓ explicit
06/02/2024
Hands-on review · Hybrid smartwatch
Verdict
The Withings ScanWatch 2 is a classic-looking watch with ECG and temperature tracking, but its Android app can drain phone battery and notifications are unreliable.
6.5
reviews.org
✓ explicit
19/03/2024
Full review · Minimalist hybrid watch
Verdict
The Withings ScanWatch 2 is more watch than smartwatch, suiting people who want simple health tracking, though its tiny screen struggles with glare.
9.0
the-gadgeteer.com
≈ estimated
11/11/2025
Everyday review · Health tracking
Verdict
The Withings ScanWatch 2 is a classic-looking health tracker that lasts well over two weeks with constant monitoring, but its band can itch and messages can't be replayed.
8.0
androidcentral.com
≈ estimated
18/01/2025
Long-term test · Classic hybrid watch
Verdict
The Withings ScanWatch 2 suits people who rarely use smartwatch apps, with a classic look, basic notifications and two to three weeks of battery.
7.0
au.pcmag.com
✓ explicit
26/08/2024
Month-long test · Wellness wearable
Verdict
The Withings ScanWatch 2 is a stylish hybrid with ECG, 24/7 temperature and a month of battery, but its tiny screen and flimsy charger hold it back.
7.0
theverge.com
✓ explicit
09/03/2024
Hands-on test · Simple hybrid watch
Verdict
The Withings ScanWatch 2 is a good-looking hybrid for people who want basic tracking and weeks between charges, rather than notifications or apps.
8.0
theaureview.com
✓ explicit
05/04/2024
Hands-on review · Health-focused hybrid
Verdict
The Withings ScanWatch 2 is an elegant, lightweight health tracker for people who don't need apps, calls or GPS.
9.0
impulsegamer.com
✓ explicit
31/12/2025
Feature review · Hybrid health watch
Verdict
The Withings ScanWatch 2 is a traditional-looking hybrid whose battery lasts up to 35 days, suiting people who want health tracking over apps.
9.0
zdnet.com
≈ estimated
17/12/2025
Hands-on test · Analog hybrid
Verdict
The Withings ScanWatch 2 suits people who want a comfortable analog-look watch with long battery life, though it's not a rugged sports watch.
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stuff.tv
04/09/2023
✓ explicit
10
Summary of the review
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coachweb.com
22/01/2024
✓ explicit
7.0
Summary of the review
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pocket-lint.com
10/11/2023
✓ explicit
8.0
Summary of the review
Withings ScanWatch 2 is the perfect anti-Apple Watch - Pocket-lint
7.8
rotek.fr
✓ explicit
23/12/2025
Two-month test · Health and app
Verdict
The Withings ScanWatch 2 is a discreet watch with 14 to 20 days of real battery and detailed sleep data, but its unstable app and subscription-only extras are drawbacks.
9.0
journaldugeek.com
✓ explicit
29/10/2025
Hands-on test · AI health features
Verdict
The Withings ScanWatch 2 is an understated watch for everyday health monitoring, with more than a week of battery, but its strap and basic sports tracking are weak points.
7.0
frandroid.com
✓ explicit
24/06/2025
Full review · Hybrid design
Verdict
The Withings ScanWatch 2 is a restrained watch packed with health sensors, but its tiny monochrome screen and crown-only controls leave little room beyond health tracking.
7.8
leveltech.fr
✓ explicit
12/11/2025
Feature test · Hybrid watch
Verdict
The Withings ScanWatch 2 is a steel-cased hybrid for health tracking that lasts up to 35 days, but without a microphone or speaker it cannot take calls.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Withings ScanWatch 2

  • Elegant analog design that resembles a traditional timepiece
  • Excellent battery life, typically lasting between 10 and 30 days depending on settings
  • Comprehensive health sensors including ECG, SpO2, and 24/7 body temperature tracking
  • Premium build quality featuring a stainless steel case and scratch-resistant sapphire glass
  • Robust and user-friendly companion app for detailed data analysis

What customers don't like about Withings ScanWatch 2

  • Small grayscale OLED display makes reading long notifications difficult
  • Inaccurate heart rate tracking during high-intensity exercise compared to chest straps
  • Lack of built-in GPS requires a connected smartphone for outdoor activity mapping
  • Manual and sometimes cumbersome process to start specific workout modes
  • High price point compared to fitness trackers with similar or more advanced features

Verdict

The Withings ScanWatch 2 is a premium 38mm or 42mm hybrid smartwatch that combines traditional analog hands with a small 0.63-inch grayscale OLED for essential metrics. It features a durable stainless steel case, scratch-resistant sapphire glass, and 5ATM water resistance, with a standout battery life reaching up to 30 days. Key hardware includes medical-grade sensors for on-demand ECG, SpO2 monitoring, and a TempTech24/7 module for continuous body temperature and HRV tracking. Main pros are its elegant, non-intrusive design, exceptional stamina, and advanced health insights, though cons include the lack of built-in GPS, limited notification readability on the tiny screen, and the absence of high-end smartwatch features like mobile payments or third-party apps.

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