Withings Scanwatch Nova is a suave, subtle smartwatch
Ceramic and stainless steel meet medical-grade ECG and 30 days of battery life
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If the current crop of WearOS smartwatches or the latest Apple Watch models just aren’t cutting it for you in the style stakes, Withings has a new hybrid hero that might fit the bill. The Withings Scanwatch Nova takes inspiration from traditional analogue diving watches, with a mix of stainless steel and ceramic construction – then subtly squeezes in some clever fitness tracking and smartwatch tech for good measure.
Laser-engraved minute markings, a sunray dial, mirror-polished case and sapphire glass mark the Scanwatch Nova out as a luxury timepiece, while the 10ATM water resistance makes it a capable swimmer. There’s a choice of blue, green and black watch faces, and an oyster bracelet strap that tapers from 20mm to 18mm.
The tech highlight is the high-res greyscale OLED screen, which replaces a traditional watch complication. It puts key metrics on display when you need them, and vanishes from sight when you don’t, with more detailed data available through Withings’ smartphone companion app.
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Otherwise the Scanwatch Nova has all the sensors and health tracking found in the Withings ScanWatch 2 we went hands-on with at this year’s IFA trade show. That means you’re getting a medical-grade electrocardiogram, 24/7 body temperature monitoring, SpO2 tracking, and detailed sleep recording. Naturally it’ll do step count, work out calories burned, and track your workouts using built-in GPS.
Even better, the energy efficient Scanwatch Nova can last an impressive 30 days on a single charge. The bundled USB-C cable can get it from empty to full in under two hours, meaning month-long tracking without needing to take it off your wrist.
The Withings Scanwatch Nova is available to order online directly from Withings, with prices starting from £549.95. It’ll then be found at retail partner stores from January 2024.