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Withings ScanWatch Nova 38mm — Hybrid Health Watch, 30-Day Battery

Withings
3.1
Best for battery life and health tracking
$599.95 → As of Jul 13, 2026
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01 / Spec

Top features

Platform OsProprietary Withings OS
Phone CompatibilityiPhone (iOS 15+) & Android (7.0+)
DisplayMonochrome LCD, analog hands + digital

The Withings ScanWatch Nova is a hybrid smartwatch blending analog design with health-monitoring tech. It runs on proprietary Withings OS (not Wear OS or watchOS), compatible with both iPhone and Android. Key health sensors include continuous heart rate, SpO2, temperature monitoring, sleep tracking, respiratory health, and menstrual cycle logging. The standout feature is a remarkable 30-day battery life on a single charge with USB-C docking. The watch uses a monochrome LCD display with a traditional watch face—no touchscreen. Water-resistant to 50m, it tracks 40+ activities with connected GPS (via smartphone) and VO2 max estimation. Build quality is solid with premium materials, though it lacks an always-on display and advanced features like ECG or cellular connectivity. Best suited for health-conscious users prioritizing battery life and a classic aesthetic over a feature-rich touchscreen experience.

02 / Signals

Why it's hot

Premium health watch with exceptional 30-day battery life

  • Value for money 39
  • Review rating & velocity 69
  • Community sentiment 75
  • Brand reputation 80
  • Search heat 64
  • Est. return & defect rate 81
03 / Verdict

Pros & cons

Pros

  • Exceptional 30-day battery life
  • Strong health sensor suite (HR, SpO2, temp, sleep, cycles)
  • Works with iPhone and Android
  • Premium build quality
  • Traditional watch aesthetic appeals to classic watch wearers

Cons

  • Monochrome LCD display, not touchscreen
  • No ECG capability
  • Connected GPS only (requires phone)
  • Higher price point ($599.95)
  • Limited app ecosystem vs. Wear OS/watchOS platforms
  • Proprietary OS limits third-party app availability
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Battery (days)
30 days — category-leading Longest battery 18 hours (daily charging required)
App Ecosystem
Proprietary OS, minimal third-party apps watchOS App Store, Apple Health, strong integration
Display
Monochrome LCD, no always-on color display Retina LTPS with always-on (SE 3 refresh)
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