Smart watches are a reality, they have become the preferred model for more and more users, but, of course, there are those who prefer to maintain a more traditional design without giving up the advantages of technology. Withings Scanwatch 2it’s a hybrid clock … that combines the aesthetics of a lifelong clock, with advanced health sensors. We have tried it and here is our experience.
Where the Scanwatch 2 stands out is in the design, with a stainless steel box, sapphire glass and a classical analog sphere. Apparently, no one would say that this clock has more technology than it appears. It is available in two 38mm and 42mm sizes, the belt that comes by default, that of fluoroelastomer, is not very comfortable, although it is fixed by changing it.
The 0.63 -inch OLED monochromatic screen is hidden at the top of the sphere, offering notifications and health data without breaking traditional aesthetics. As you can imagine reading messages or notifications on such a small screen is complicated, especially if you don’t have a perfect view. In addition, in the middle of the Sun, nothing is seen because The brightness is not very high.
As for resistance, It has IPX8 certificationwhich means that you can shower or swim with him without problems. Although, if you are one of those who do more extreme sports, where there may be a lot of dust or be submerged for prolonged periods, it is not your watch. Therefore, scanwatch 2 It is not intended for athletes looking for advanced metricsbut for those who want to have control of their health without wearing a clock with a totally digital screen. And in that sense, Withings has done a great job.
The clock offers medical level ECG, which allows to detect atrial fibrillation and measure the heart rate continuously, alerting if it detects irregularities. The blood oxygen sensor monitors respiratory problems and detects sleep apneas, in addition to monitoring sleep with data on cycles, duration and quality, and has the Smart Wake-Up function, which analyzes your dream and chooses the best time to wake up. Scanwatch 2 also measures the cutaneous temperature, something useful for detecting changes during training or possible symptoms of a disease.
While Scanwatch 2 follows up on daily activity, it is not a sports clock. Record steps, distance and calories, but it does not have integrated GPS, so it depends on the mobile to measure the routes and distances correctly. Of course, you can measure some main sports, such as running or riding a bike, but there are other watches that do it with better precision without depending on the mobile. The steps counter has been somewhat sensitive, registering movements that are not really walking.
Compared to an Apple Watch or a Samsung Galaxy Watch, the Scanwatch 2 It is a ‘silly’ clock when it comes to intelligent functions. Receive calls from calls, messages and apps, but does not allow any of the two to be answered from the doll. Nor does it have NFC for payments or voice assistants. This decision is not accidental, Withings has opted for a hybrid clock that does not distract you with constant alerts.
It is in the autonomy where the scanwatch 2 wins from street to any conventional watch, Withings promises up to 30 days of battery, although in real use registering an almost daily exercise, the duration is around 10 to 14 days.
The clock is synchronized with the HEalth Mate app, where all collected data can be displayed. The interface is clear, but it is not the most intuitive in the market, especially since it groups all its products, instead of getting into a single one and can be somewhat confusing.
The Scanwatch 2 Withings costs 349.95 euros, standing in the Premium Smart Watches segment. It is a clock for those looking for a smartwatch with a classic design, centered on health and with a battery that lasts weeks. If you are looking for something more complete in intelligent functions or to exercise, there are probably more appropriate options.
