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  • Avg. price: ~£440
  • Screen size: ?
  • Battery life: 30 day/s
  • Display type: OLED

Withings Scanwatch Horizon review. Compare 126 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among smartwatches and if it is worth buying.

6.5

Overall score

What it is: An overall evaluation of the smartwatch's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.

When it matters: When you need a quick reference to identify the best Smartwatches on the market.

Score components:

90.0%

6.5

Technical Score

10.0%

?

User score

Good
6.5

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the smartwatch's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.

When it matters: When you want to compare Smartwatches based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

24.0%

8.0

Health

21.0%

7.9

Fitness

16.0%

7.4

Battery

14.0%

3.5

Smart features

12.0%

2.6

Connectivity

9.0%

7.5

Display & Design

4.0%

5.8

Hardware

Good
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User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartwatch

When it matters: When you want to know how a smartwatch handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.

Score components:

70.0%

?

User reviews

30.0%

?

Popularity

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    Best prices

      N/A~ £440

    Best rankings

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    Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).
    All: ranking among all products in the database.

    Technical Specifications of smartwatch Withings Scanwatch Horizon

    Technical Score

    What it is: An assessment of the smartwatch's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.

    When it matters: When you want to compare Smartwatches based on technical performance and available features.

    Score components:

    24.0%

    ?

    Health

    21.0%

    ?

    Fitness

    16.0%

    ?

    Battery

    14.0%

    ?

    Smart features

    12.0%

    ?

    Connectivity

    9.0%

    ?

    Display & Design

    4.0%

    ?

    Hardware

    6.5
    Withings Scanwatch Horizon has a technical score of 6.45 points, which is higher than 58.5% of smartwatches.
    User score

    What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartwatch

    When it matters: When you want to know how a smartwatch handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.

    Score components:

    70.0%

    0.0

    User reviews

    30.0%

    1.0

    Popularity

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    Popularity
    What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartwatch.
    When it matters: When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
    1.0
    Withings Scanwatch Horizon has a popularity of 1 points, which is lower than 57.9% of smartphones.
    Ratio quality/price

    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 components:

    60.0%

    6.5

    Overall score

    40.0%

    8.2

    Price

    7.0
    Withings Scanwatch Horizon has a quality-to-price ratio of 7 points, which is lower than 62.2% of smartphones.
    Brand name
    What it is: The company that designs, sells, and supports the watch.
    When it matters: When brand ecosystem, style, or support matters to you.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Withings
    Heart rate monitor
    What it is: A built-in sensor that measures your pulse directly from the wrist.
    When it matters: When you want health data from your wrist during the day or night.

    Importance: HIGH

    yes
    Withings Scanwatch Horizon includes a heart rate monitor. 90.4% of smartwatches include a heart rate monitor.
    Blood oxygen monitoring
    What it is: A wrist-based feature that estimates blood oxygen saturation over time.
    When it matters: When you want health data from your wrist during the day or night.

    Importance: HIGH

    yes
    Withings Scanwatch Horizon supports blood oxygen monitoring. 64.4% of smartwatches support blood oxygen monitoring.
    ECG
    What it is: The ability to record a single-lead electrocardiogram from the wrist.
    When it matters: When you want health data from your wrist during the day or night.

    Importance: HIGH

    yes
    Withings Scanwatch Horizon supports ECG. 15.1% of smartwatches support ECG.
    Irregular heart rate warnings
    What it is: Notifications that flag heart-rate patterns which appear unusually irregular.
    When it matters: When you want health data from your wrist during the day or night.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    yes
    Withings Scanwatch Horizon supports irregular heart rate warnings. 43.7% of smartwatches support irregular heart rate warnings.
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    Accelerometer
    What it is: A motion sensor that measures acceleration, steps, gestures, and general movement.
    When it matters: When you track workouts and want better training data.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    yes
    Withings Scanwatch Horizon includes an accelerometer. 99.1% of smartwatches include an accelerometer.
    Barometer
    What it is: A pressure sensor used for altitude changes, elevation estimates, and weather-related context.
    When it matters: When you run, ride, hike, or navigate without relying on your phone.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    no
    Withings Scanwatch Horizon does not include a barometer. 45.6% of smartwatches include a barometer.
    Gyroscope
    What it is: A motion sensor that measures rotation and helps interpret wrist movement more accurately.
    When it matters: When you track workouts and want better training data.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    yes
    Withings Scanwatch Horizon includes a gyroscope. 64.6% of smartwatches include a gyroscope.
    Cadence sensor
    What it is: A sensor input used to measure step or pedal rhythm during training.
    When it matters: When you track workouts and want better training data.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    no
    Withings Scanwatch Horizon does not include a cadence sensor. 20.1% of smartwatches include a cadence sensor.
    Distance tracking
    What it is: The ability to measure how far you move during walks, runs, rides, or other activities.
    When it matters: When you track workouts and want better training data.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    yes
    Withings Scanwatch Horizon supports distance tracking. 95.7% of smartwatches support distance tracking.
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    Battery life
    What it is: The typical endurance the watch can deliver on a full charge under the stated usage pattern.
    When it matters: When you do not want to charge the watch too often.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=7 days

    30 day/s
    Withings Scanwatch Horizon offers a battery life of 30 day/s which is longer than that of 96.4% of smartwatches and equal to that of 0.7% of smartwatches.
    Battery life in training mode
    What it is: The expected endurance while workout tracking and related training functions are active.
    When it matters: When you do not want to charge the watch too often.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=36.8 h

    ?
    Battery life with GPS on
    What it is: The expected runtime when satellite tracking stays active throughout use.
    When it matters: When you do not want to charge the watch too often.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=35 h

    N/A
    Battery power
    What it is: The battery capacity, usually measured in milliampere-hours (mAh).
    When it matters: When you do not want to charge the watch too often.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=397 mAh

    320 mAh
    Withings Scanwatch Horizon has a battery capacity of 320 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 57% of smartwatches and equal to those in 1% of smartwatches.
    Charge time
    What it is: The time needed to recharge the battery from empty to full or to a stated percentage.
    When it matters: When you want to top up the battery quickly.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: <=102 min

    120 min
    Withings Scanwatch Horizon charges in 120 min which is faster than 12.9% of smartwatches and equal to the charge time of 43.4% of smartwatches.
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    Operating system
    What it is: The software platform that runs the watch interface, apps, and core functions.
    When it matters: When you care about apps, features, and long-term support.

    Importance: HIGH

    Proprietary OS
    Withings Scanwatch Horizon runs Proprietary OS which is less advanced than the operating system in 53.6% of smartwatches and the same as that in 42.7% of smartwatches.
    Uses a proprietary OS with companion-app ecosystem support.
    Software update frequency
    What it is: Shows how actively the watch is still updated: regular means ongoing updates throughout active support, occasional means updates every few months or only from time to time, and ended means active software support has mostly stopped.
    When it matters: When you care how actively the watch is still supported with fixes, patches, and new features.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    ?
    Third-party app support
    What it is: Support for installing or using apps from developers beyond the watch maker.
    When it matters: When you care about apps, features, and long-term support.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    no
    Withings Scanwatch Horizon does not support third-party apps. 47.6% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
    Notifications
    What it is: Mirroring of calls, messages, apps, or other alerts on the watch.
    When it matters: When you want to check alerts without taking out your phone.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    yes
    Withings Scanwatch Horizon supports notifications. 99.9% of smartwatches support notifications.
    Voice assistant support
    What it is: Support for a voice assistant that can answer queries or trigger actions from the wrist.
    When it matters: When you want to control the watch or reply without typing.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    no
    Withings Scanwatch Horizon does not support voice assistants. 68% of smartwatches support voice assistants.
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    Cellular module
    What it is: Built-in mobile connectivity that can keep the watch online away from the phone.
    When it matters: When you want calls, messages, or data without your phone nearby.

    Importance: HIGH

    no
    Withings Scanwatch Horizon does not include a cellular module. 17.2% of smartwatches include a cellular module.
    SIM cards
    What it is: The number or type of SIM options the watch accepts for cellular service.
    When it matters: When you want calls, messages, or data without your phone nearby.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: eSIM support

    0
    GPS
    What it is: Built-in satellite positioning that lets the watch record location during outdoor activity.
    When it matters: When you run, ride, hike, or navigate without relying on your phone.

    Importance: HIGH

    no
    Withings Scanwatch Horizon does not support GPS. 56.1% of smartwatches support GPS.
    GPS works only via connected smartphone (no built-in GPS chip).
    Galileo support
    What it is: Support for Galileo satellites alongside other positioning systems.
    When it matters: When you run, ride, hike, or navigate without relying on your phone.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    no
    Withings Scanwatch Horizon does not support Galileo navigation. 38.7% of smartwatches support Galileo navigation.
    No built-in GPS; uses connected phone GPS.
    Compass
    What it is: A directional sensor that helps the watch determine heading and orientation.
    When it matters: When you run, ride, hike, or navigate without relying on your phone.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    no
    Withings Scanwatch Horizon does not include a compass. 49.3% of smartwatches include a compass.
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    Screen size
    What it is: The diagonal measurement of the visible display area, usually expressed in inches.
    When it matters: When you want the screen to be easy to read at a glance.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=1.5 inch

    ?
    Display type
    What it is: The screen technology used by the watch, such as AMOLED, OLED, or memory-in-pixel LCD.
    When it matters: When you want the screen to be easy to read at a glance.

    Importance: HIGH

    OLED
    Withings Scanwatch Horizon uses a OLED display type which is less advanced than that of 51.4% of smartwatches and the same as that of 9.7% of smartwatches.
    Grayscale panel.
    Resolution
    What it is: The total number of pixels available on the watch display.
    When it matters: When you want the screen to be easy to read at a glance.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=416 x 416

    80 x 116
    Withings Scanwatch Horizon has a display resolution of 80 x 116 which is lower than that of 97.5% of smartwatches of smartwatches.
    Pixel density
    What it is: The number of pixels packed into each inch of the display.
    When it matters: When you want the screen to be easy to read at a glance.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=326 ppi

    282 ppi
    Withings Scanwatch Horizon has a pixel density of 282 ppi which is lower than that of 69.9% of smartwatches and equal to that of 0.3% of smartwatches.
    Display brightness
    What it is: The peak brightness the display can reach, usually expressed in nits.
    When it matters: When you want the screen to stay readable outdoors and in strong sunlight.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=1000 nits

    400 nits
    Withings Scanwatch Horizon reaches 400 nits nits of display brightness, which is lower than that of 93% of smartwatches and equal to that of 2.9% of smartwatches.
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    CPU speed
    What it is: The clock speed of the watch processor, usually expressed in GHz or MHz.
    When it matters: When you want apps and menus to feel smooth.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: Modern standard

    ?
    Processor model
    What it is: The processor model is the chipset or SoC that powers the watch's performance, connectivity, and efficiency.
    When it matters: When you care about app responsiveness, platform generation, and long-term feature support.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: modern smartwatch chipset

    ?
    RAM
    What it is: The amount of working memory available for apps, watch faces, and background tasks.
    When it matters: When you want apps and menus to feel smooth.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=1 GB

    ?
    Internal storage
    What it is: Built-in storage for apps, music, watch faces, and other local data.
    When it matters: When you want more room for apps, music, or offline data.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=8 GB

    ?
    External memory slot
    What it is: A slot for expandable storage such as a memory card, if the watch provides one.
    When it matters: When you want more room for apps, music, or offline data.

    Importance: LOW

    no
    Withings Scanwatch Horizon does not include an external memory slot. 0.3% of smartwatches include an external memory slot.
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    Withings Scanwatch Horizon vs the average smartwatch

    • 23 day/s longer battery life
      Withings Scanwatch Horizon offers 30 day/s of battery life, while the average smartwatch offers 7 day/s.
      What it is: The typical endurance the watch can deliver on a full charge under the stated usage pattern.
      When it matters: When you do not want to charge the watch too often.

      Importance: HIGH

      Good value: >=7 days

      Withings Scanwatch Horizon offers 30 day/s of battery life, while the average smartwatch offers 7 day/s.30 day/s vs 7 day/s
    • Has ECG
      Withings Scanwatch Horizon supports ECG, the average smartwatch does not. 15.1% of smartwatches support ECG.
      What it is: The ability to record a single-lead electrocardiogram from the wrist.
      When it matters: When you want health data from your wrist during the day or night.

      Importance: HIGH

      Withings Scanwatch Horizon supports ECG, the average smartwatch does not. 15.1% of smartwatches support ECG.
    • Stronger display glass
      Withings Scanwatch Horizon uses sapphire display glass, while the average smartwatch uses mineral glass.
      What it is: The glass material or protective cover used over the display.
      When it matters: When you want the screen to be easy to read at a glance.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      Good value: Sapphire or Gorilla Glass

      Withings Scanwatch Horizon uses sapphire display glass, while the average smartwatch uses mineral glass.sapphire vs mineral glass
    • Has temperature sensor
      Withings Scanwatch Horizon includes a temperature sensor, the average smartwatch does not. 22.3% of smartwatches include a temperature sensor.
      What it is: A sensor that records skin or wrist temperature changes and longer-term trends.
      When it matters: When you want health data from your wrist during the day or night.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      Withings Scanwatch Horizon includes a temperature sensor, the average smartwatch does not. 22.3% of smartwatches include a temperature sensor.
    • Has HRV tracking
      Withings Scanwatch Horizon supports HRV tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 38.2% of smartwatches support HRV tracking.
      What it is: Measurement of heart-rate variability, the change in timing between heartbeats.
      When it matters: When you want health data from your wrist during the day or night.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      Withings Scanwatch Horizon supports HRV tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 38.2% of smartwatches support HRV tracking.
    • Supports VO2 max
      Withings Scanwatch Horizon measures VO2 max, the average smartwatch does not. 49.3% of smartwatches measure VO2 max.
      What it is: Estimated VO2 max, a fitness metric linked to aerobic capacity and endurance.
      When it matters: When you track workouts and want better training data.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      Withings Scanwatch Horizon measures VO2 max, the average smartwatch does not. 49.3% of smartwatches measure VO2 max.
    • Has irregular heart alerts
      Withings Scanwatch Horizon supports irregular heart rate warnings, the average smartwatch does not. 43.7% of smartwatches support irregular heart rate warnings.
      What it is: Notifications that flag heart-rate patterns which appear unusually irregular.
      When it matters: When you want health data from your wrist during the day or night.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      Withings Scanwatch Horizon supports irregular heart rate warnings, the average smartwatch does not. 43.7% of smartwatches support irregular heart rate warnings.
    • Has rugged design
      Withings Scanwatch Horizon has a rugged design, the average smartwatch does not. 34.5% of smartwatches have a rugged design.
      What it is: A build style aimed at tougher environments, impacts, and harsher outdoor use.
      When it matters: When you wear the watch in rain, sweat, or water.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      Withings Scanwatch Horizon has a rugged design, the average smartwatch does not. 34.5% of smartwatches have a rugged design.
    • Has ECG
      Withings Scanwatch Horizon supports ECG, the average smartwatch does not. 15.1% of smartwatches support ECG.
    • Has temperature sensor
      Withings Scanwatch Horizon includes a temperature sensor, the average smartwatch does not. 22.3% of smartwatches include a temperature sensor.
    • Has HRV tracking
      Withings Scanwatch Horizon supports HRV tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 38.2% of smartwatches support HRV tracking.
    • Supports VO2 max
      Withings Scanwatch Horizon measures VO2 max, the average smartwatch does not. 49.3% of smartwatches measure VO2 max.
    • Has irregular heart alerts
      Withings Scanwatch Horizon supports irregular heart rate warnings, the average smartwatch does not. 43.7% of smartwatches support irregular heart rate warnings.
    • 23 day/s longer battery life
      Withings Scanwatch Horizon offers 30 day/s of battery life, while the average smartwatch offers 7 day/s.
    • Stronger display glass
      Withings Scanwatch Horizon uses sapphire display glass, while the average smartwatch uses mineral glass.
    • Has rugged design
      Withings Scanwatch Horizon has a rugged design, the average smartwatch does not. 34.5% of smartwatches have a rugged design.
    • Has hybrid design
      Withings Scanwatch Horizon has a hybrid design, the average smartwatch does not. 9% of smartwatches have a hybrid design.
    • Better band material
      Withings Scanwatch Horizon uses silicone, stainless steel for the band material, while the average smartwatch uses silicone.
    • Better case material
      Withings Scanwatch Horizon uses stainless steel for the case material, while the average smartwatch uses polycarbonate.

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    Health
    Battery
    Display & Design
    • No auto pause
      Withings Scanwatch Horizon does not support auto pause, the average smartwatch does. 59.3% of smartwatches support auto pause.
    • No voice feedback
      Withings Scanwatch Horizon does not support voice feedback, the average smartwatch does. 62.1% of smartwatches support voice feedback.
    • 50 fewer exercise profiles
      Withings Scanwatch Horizon supports fewer exercise modes than the average smartwatch (30 vs 80). The average smartwatch supports 80 exercise modes.
      Reported as at least 30 exercise modes.
    • No GPS
      Withings Scanwatch Horizon does not support GPS, the average smartwatch does. 56.1% of smartwatches support GPS.
      GPS works only via connected smartphone (no built-in GPS chip).
    • Lower IP rating
      Withings Scanwatch Horizon has a lower IP rating than the average smartwatch (IP67 vs IP68).
      Also reported with 10 ATM water-resistance rating.
    • Lower resolution
      Withings Scanwatch Horizon has a display resolution of 80x 116, while the average smartwatch reaches 352x 430.
    • Basic display type
      Withings Scanwatch Horizon uses OLED display technology, while the average smartwatch features AMOLED.
      Grayscale panel.
    • 200 nits lower display brightness
      Withings Scanwatch Horizon has lower display brightness than the average smartwatch (400 nits nits vs 600 nits nits). The average smartwatch reaches 600 nits nits.
    • 27 g heavier weight
      Withings Scanwatch Horizon is heavier than the average smartwatch (72 g vs 45 g). The average smartwatch weighs 45 g.
    • 44 ppi lower pixel density
      Withings Scanwatch Horizon has a lower pixel density than the average smartwatch (282 ppi vs 326 ppi). The average smartwatch display reaches 326 ppi.
    • 1.68 mm thicker watch body
      Withings Scanwatch Horizon is thicker than the average smartwatch (13.3 mm vs 11.60 mm). The average smartwatch thickness is 11.60 mm.
    • No touch screen
      Withings Scanwatch Horizon does not have a touch screen, the average smartwatch does. 91.8% of smartwatches have a touch screen.
    • No music playback
      Withings Scanwatch Horizon does not support music playback, the average smartwatch does. 53.9% of smartwatches support music playback.
    • No call answering
      Withings Scanwatch Horizon does not support call answering, the average smartwatch does. 57% of smartwatches support call answering.
    • No voice commands
      Withings Scanwatch Horizon does not support voice commands, the average smartwatch does. 64.5% of smartwatches support voice commands.
    • No voice assistant
      Withings Scanwatch Horizon does not support voice assistants, the average smartwatch does. 68% of smartwatches support voice assistants.
    • No camera remote control
      Withings Scanwatch Horizon does not include built-in camera remote control, the average smartwatch does. 85.2% of smartwatches that are equipped with a camera include built-in camera remote control.
    • No passcode
      Withings Scanwatch Horizon does not include passcode protection, the average smartwatch does. 68.5% of smartwatches include passcode protection.
    • No call control
      Withings Scanwatch Horizon does not offer call control, the average smartwatch does. 90.1% of smartwatches offer call control.
    • No gesture control
      Withings Scanwatch Horizon does not support gesture control, the average smartwatch does. 78.1% of smartwatches support gesture control.
    • No phone finder
      Withings Scanwatch Horizon does not include phone finder, the average smartwatch does. 94.6% of smartwatches include phone finder.
    • No widgets
      Withings Scanwatch Horizon does not support widgets, the average smartwatch does. 83.1% of smartwatches support widgets.
    • No speaker
      Withings Scanwatch Horizon does not include a built-in speaker, the average smartwatch does. 54.7% of smartwatches include a built-in speaker.
    • 1 fewer microphones
      Withings Scanwatch Horizon has fewer microphones than the average smartwatch (0 vs 1). The average smartwatch includes 1 microphones.
    • No GPS
      Withings Scanwatch Horizon does not support GPS, the average smartwatch does. 56.1% of smartwatches support GPS.
      GPS works only via connected smartphone (no built-in GPS chip).
      What it is: Built-in satellite positioning that lets the watch record location during outdoor activity.
      When it matters: When you run, ride, hike, or navigate without relying on your phone.

      Importance: HIGH

      Withings Scanwatch Horizon does not support GPS, the average smartwatch does. 56.1% of smartwatches support GPS.
    • No speaker
      Withings Scanwatch Horizon does not include a built-in speaker, the average smartwatch does. 54.7% of smartwatches include a built-in speaker.
      What it is: An onboard speaker for calls, prompts, alarms, or media playback.
      When it matters: When you want audio, calls, or voice features on the watch itself.

      Importance: LOW

      Withings Scanwatch Horizon does not include a built-in speaker, the average smartwatch does. 54.7% of smartwatches include a built-in speaker.
    • No music playback
      Withings Scanwatch Horizon does not support music playback, the average smartwatch does. 53.9% of smartwatches support music playback.
      What it is: Playback of music or audio directly from the watch, with or without a phone nearby.
      When it matters: When you want audio, calls, or voice features on the watch itself.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      Withings Scanwatch Horizon does not support music playback, the average smartwatch does. 53.9% of smartwatches support music playback.
    • Lower IP rating
      Withings Scanwatch Horizon has a lower IP rating than the average smartwatch (IP67 vs IP68).
      Also reported with 10 ATM water-resistance rating.
      What it is: A standardized ingress-protection code showing how well the watch resists dust and water.
      When it matters: When you wear the watch in rain, sweat, or water.

      Importance: HIGH

      Good value: IP68 or better

      Withings Scanwatch Horizon has a lower IP rating than the average smartwatch (IP67 vs IP68).IP67 vs IP68
    • No call answering
      Withings Scanwatch Horizon does not support call answering, the average smartwatch does. 57% of smartwatches support call answering.
      What it is: The ability to answer an incoming call directly from the watch.
      When it matters: When you want to handle calls or alerts without taking out your phone.

      Importance: LOW

      Withings Scanwatch Horizon does not support call answering, the average smartwatch does. 57% of smartwatches support call answering.
    • No auto pause
      Withings Scanwatch Horizon does not support auto pause, the average smartwatch does. 59.3% of smartwatches support auto pause.
      What it is: Automatic pausing of workout recording when movement stops.
      When it matters: When you track workouts and want better training data.

      Importance: LOW

      Withings Scanwatch Horizon does not support auto pause, the average smartwatch does. 59.3% of smartwatches support auto pause.
    • Lower resolution
      Withings Scanwatch Horizon has a display resolution of 80x 116, while the average smartwatch reaches 352x 430.
      What it is: The total number of pixels available on the watch display.
      When it matters: When you want the screen to be easy to read at a glance.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      Good value: >=416 x 416

      Withings Scanwatch Horizon has a display resolution of 80x 116, while the average smartwatch reaches 352x 430.80x 116 vs 352x 430
    • No voice commands
      Withings Scanwatch Horizon does not support voice commands, the average smartwatch does. 64.5% of smartwatches support voice commands.
      What it is: The ability to control functions or start actions using spoken commands.
      When it matters: When you want to control the watch or reply without typing.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      Withings Scanwatch Horizon does not support voice commands, the average smartwatch does. 64.5% of smartwatches support voice commands.
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    Third-party reviews

    What customers like about Withings Scanwatch Horizon?

    • Exceptional battery life (up to 30 days)
    • Premium 'luxury dive watch' design with stainless steel and sapphire glass
    • Clinically validated health features including medical-grade ECG and SpO2
    • High-quality build with 10 ATM (100m) water resistance
    • Comprehensive and user-friendly Health Mate companion app
    • Included toolkit for easy adjustment of the metal link band
    • Automatic activity detection for over 30 different sports

    What customers dislike about Withings Scanwatch Horizon?

    • Lack of built-in GPS (requires a smartphone connection for route mapping)
    • Small OLED screen can be difficult to read for long notifications
    • Bulky and heavy profile may be uncomfortable for small wrists or sleeping
    • Limited 'smart' functionality (no NFC, voice assistant, or call answering)
    • Basic sleep tracking lacks REM stage detection and can be inaccurate
    • Weak magnetic charger connection that can easily become unaligned
    • No ability to store or control music directly from the watch

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