Withings ScanWatch Nova Smartwatch

Withings's wearable joins Apple/Samsung/Garmin in the smartwatch race. The Withings ScanWatch Nova ships with 720-hour battery. Our independent scoring rates the Withings ScanWatch Nova at 8.6/10 — consistently strong on every metric we test. Use the comparison matrix above to weigh the Withings ScanWatch Nova against rival smartwatches on the specs that matter for your workflow.

The Withings ScanWatch Nova is a mid-range smartwatche that earns a VersusMatrix overall score of 86/100, placing it in the excellent tier of the smartwatches category for 2026. it competes most directly with other mid-range smartwatches where buyers weigh raw specifications against everyday usability.

Where the Withings ScanWatch Nova stands out most clearly is performance (100/100) and battery (100/100). On paper it ships with a 720h battery — the kind of hardware combination that defines its tier. In daily use these strengths translate to a smartwatche that holds up well under the workloads buyers in this price band typically demand.

Around 30 days of battery transforms the experience versus daily-charging smartwatches — you charge it roughly twice a month and get uninterrupted sleep tracking. Built-in GPS lets you track outdoor runs, rides, and hikes with accurate distance and route data without carrying your phone. The ECG sensor can help screen for signs of atrial fibrillation — a genuine health feature beyond basic fitness tracking.

The trade-offs sit primarily in display (38/100) and design and build (57/100). Buyers for whom those dimensions are deal-breakers should compare against pricier alternatives in the leaderboard — but for the majority of buyers in this price band, the trade-off is acceptable given the strengths above.

The Withings ScanWatch Nova is a confident recommendation in its category. For a head-to-head against the closest alternatives, browse the smartwatches leaderboard and use the on-site comparison tool — the Withings ScanWatch Nova is included in the default ranking when sorted by overall score.