Compare Withings ScanWatch Nova vs Xiaomi Watch 2

Calorie estimates earned praise in one review as more accurately rendered than the reviewer's previous Fitbit experience.

Calorie tracking usefulness was weak because Mi Fitness sometimes showed glitched calorie figures that did not match the watch.

Third-party app support was a weakness, with reviewers telling app-focused buyers to look elsewhere or comparing it unfavorably with full smartwatches.

Third-party app support was a major advantage, with multiple reviewers praising access to Google Play apps and big-name services.

Connected workout tracking could drop the watch connection and leave gaps, creating a Bluetooth-related caveat during GPS-linked activities.

Bluetooth connectivity was praised in one review for staying reliable throughout testing.

ECG functionality was usually praised as easy, useful, or medically meaningful, though one reviewer noted setup delays and another found it movement-sensitive.

ECG functionality was treated as a missing advanced feature, softened only by the watch’s lower price.

Wellness insights were praised when they made health data actionable, contextual, or useful for spotting broader health risks.

Wellness insights were limited; reviewers wanted more proactive tracking and described some health presentation as bare-minimum.

Heart rate accuracy received strong support from one reviewer who compared it favorably with a chest strap.

Heart-rate accuracy was split sharply: one tester saw close agreement with a Garmin reference, while others reported unreliable or inconsistent readings.

GPS-linked tracking drew repeated complaints about connection gaps and missing map routes, reinforcing the lack of robust built-in GPS.

GPS accuracy was mostly praised for dual-band precision and strong real-world performance, with one reviewer finding it less exact.

Cross-platform support was supported by one positive app review noting iOS/Android availability and integration with major health platforms.

Cross-platform compatibility was a weakness because the watch is Android-focused and loses potential or support outside that ecosystem.

Temperature tracking was viewed as medically useful by several reviewers, though one reviewer questioned its wrist accuracy and another found it irrelevant day to day.

Body temperature tracking was a missing feature and was called a consideration for users who specifically want it.

Smartwatch features were consistently limited, with reviewers framing the Nova as a health-focused hybrid rather than a full smartwatch.

Smartwatch features were considered strong for the price, with reviewers calling the watch packed or complete enough for everyday smartwatch tasks.

Size evidence was limited to the Brilliant version being suitable for smaller wrists.

Size options were a weakness because reviewers noted only one case size and concern for smaller wrists.

Battery life was one of the strongest points, with reviewers repeatedly reporting weeks of use and little battery anxiety.

Battery life was the biggest split: one review praised two days, but several others found one-day endurance or daily charging disappointing.

Reviewers liked that activity detection can work reliably and conveniently, but several also found false or incomplete auto-detected sessions.

Activity auto-detection was criticized as trigger-happy and inconsistent about stopping activities.

The companion app was repeatedly praised as clear, efficient, user-friendly, powerful, and good at presenting health and activity data.

Companion app quality was split: some found Mi Fitness intuitive or fine, while Wareable called analysis a chore.

Watch face quality was mixed, with easier time reading and a premium analog face offset by weak lume in some reviews.

Watch faces were praised for looking good on the AMOLED screen and offering customization.

Durability evidence was limited but positive, with one reviewer saying the watch still looked pristine after travel and rough handling.

Durability had mixed evidence, with one reviewer feeling confident and another faulting the lack of military durability and sapphire glass.

Workout variety was mixed: one reviewer found options limited, another called workout tracking less comprehensive, while another appreciated broad automatic activity support.

Workout variety was viewed as broad, with 150+ or 160+ modes, though one reviewer cautioned that many modes can feel like simple exercise tags.

Bands were often praised for comfort, flexibility, quality, and included tools, though some reviewers found adjustment imperfect or only liked the metal band best.

Band quality was mixed to weak: the included TPU band suited workouts but felt cheap or awkward for everyday use.

Value was mixed: reviewers often called it expensive, but some felt the design, build, battery life, and health tools could justify the price.

Value for money was the strongest consensus point: reviewers repeatedly called it affordable, good value, or a bargain for Wear OS.

Style and design were the most consistent strengths, with reviewers praising its analog look, elegance, premium feel, and compliment-worthy appearance.

Style and design divided reviewers: some liked the minimalist look, while others found it plain or characterless.

Materials quality was praised through references to robust glass, rotating bezel construction, and premium materials.

Materials quality was mixed: one review praised the premium feel, while another called the materials cheaper than more expensive rivals.

Notifications were a major tradeoff: some reviewers had no issues or found them readable, but several disliked the limited, non-interactive alert experience.

Notification handling was polarized: several reviewers found replies and mirroring reliable, while one highlighted Wear OS notification delays.

Mapping evidence was negative in one review, where the app produced a black-screen map for a recorded route.

Mapping and navigation were mixed: one reviewer found directions unclear, while another showed GPS navigation working well.

Coaching-style insights were considered useful when they translated health data into behaviors or an actionable overview.

Coaching was mixed: running and workout guidance existed, but sleep advice was described as generic.

Control feedback was mixed: the crown interface could feel intuitive, but the crown or bezel placement could also be awkward to manipulate.

Button controls were generally usable and customizable, but reviewers missed the Pro model’s crown.

Health tracking accuracy was one of the most praised areas, with reviewers describing accurate sensors, useful health data, and results comparable to other devices.

Reviewers treated general health data as useful directional guidance rather than professional-grade measurement; one review was positive about raw data while another warned not to treat it as hard fact.

Charging convenience split reviewers: the newer cradle was praised by one reviewer, but several others called the charger cheap, inelegant, or lacking wireless convenience.

Charging convenience was poor because reviewers disliked the proprietary or orientation-sensitive magnetic puck.

Sleep tracking accuracy was mixed, with one review finding it pretty accurate and others doubting accuracy or reporting missed sleep periods.

Sleep tracking was generally one of the better health features, with several reviewers saying it was detailed or matched their experience, though one noted it was not perfectly precise.

Outdoor visibility was mixed: some reviewers found the OLED readable in sunlight, while others struggled with direct sun or reflections.

Outdoor visibility was strong overall, with reviewers saying the display remained bright or visible outdoors.

Build quality came across as premium, with reviewers praising the solid construction, price-appropriate finish, and premium materials.

Build quality ranged from superb or premium-feeling for the price to noticeably less premium than leading watches.

Software smoothness was supported by seamless watch-app syncing in two reviews.

Software smoothness was mostly good, with reviewers calling it slick or fluid, though some still saw occasional sluggishness or stutter.

Display quality was generally legible and improved, but its small size and smartwatch limitations caused mixed reactions.

Display quality was one of the strongest areas, with multiple reviewers praising the AMOLED panel, clarity, and screen appearance.

Menu navigation was praised as easy and intuitive through the rotating crown.

Menu navigation was mostly intuitive, though the lack of a crown made swiping more necessary.

Fitness tracking accuracy was mixed, ranging from good workout measurements to specific inaccuracies in automatically logged activities.

Fitness tracking accuracy was mixed: basic tracking worked well for some reviewers, but others found workout data rudimentary or inconsistent in accuracy and usefulness.

Charging speed was viewed positively, with reviewers describing full recharges from under an hour to a respectable two hours.

Charging speed was consistently praised as fast, often offsetting some frustration with short battery life.

Step counting accuracy was praised as user-friendly and accurate, including one comparison favoring it over a previous Fitbit.

Step counting was included in a positive basic-tracking judgment from one reviewer who felt daily steps were handled well.

Call handling is basic but useful as a screening alert, rather than a full phone-call experience from the watch.

Call handling was consistently positive, with reviewers saying watch calls sounded good or were easy to take from the wrist.

Brightness handling was praised for automatic adjustment, although the evidence is limited to the small OLED display.

Brightness was praised as sufficient, including in direct sun or sunny-day use.

Customization evidence was limited but positive, with one reviewer valuing the ability to reorder workout options and screens in the app.

Customization was a clear strength, including many watch faces, complications, straps, and Wear OS personalization options.

Pairing and syncing were praised as simple and seamless in the supporting reviews.

Pairing and syncing were positive in the YouTube review that described automatic pairing and syncing with the Mi Fitness app.

Withings' broader app and device ecosystem was praised for combining watch data with scales and other health products in a useful dashboard.

The app ecosystem was a strength because Wear OS provided Google services, downloadable apps, and broad wrist-based functionality.

Water resistance was viewed as capable but not class-leading, with one reviewer comparing it unfavorably to Apple Watch Ultra 2 and another noting a significant 10ATM bump.

Water resistance was generally appreciated for swimming or showers, but one review noted the limitation of 5ATM with no IP rating.

The user interface was split between intuitive simplicity and the limitations of a passive, small-display interface.

The user interface was easy to learn overall, but small-screen typing and interaction still required patience.

Blood oxygen tracking was generally useful and easy once working, though one reviewer needed several attempts to get an SpO2 reading.

Blood oxygen tracking received positive practical comments, including useful breathing-score context and close comparison to another oximeter-style device.

Fit was mixed: some reviewers achieved a good or problem-free fit, while one struggled with the metal strap being too tight or too loose.

Fit was acceptable but size-dependent; reviewers found it large or noticeable despite light weight.

Comfort was a major strength across reviews, especially for all-day and overnight wear, with lighter models and comfortable bands helping.

Comfort was a consistent strength, with reviewers praising the light body for daily wear, workouts, and sleep.

Contactless payments worked well and were convenient, but the required screen lock was an annoyance.

LTE connectivity was a repeated drawback because the standard Watch 2 lacks cellular support and pushes untethered users toward the Pro model.

Music controls worked, but the experience had a caveat because album art was missing in one reviewer’s test.

Onboard music storage was praised as ample for playlists, apps, and offline listening.

Operating system experience was mixed: Wear OS gave strong app access, but reviewers criticized the older Wear OS 3.5 base and uncertain update path.

Recovery insights were criticized because suggested recovery times could be unrealistic enough that the reviewer learned to ignore them.

Reliability was positive in Wareable’s Watch 2 review because earlier Xiaomi Wear OS bugs were not encountered.

Safety features were supported by health-risk warning potential, especially around continuous tracking while awake or asleep.

Touch responsiveness was mixed: one reviewer found typing acceptable, while another said responsiveness could be slow after startup.

Voice assistant quality was generally useful thanks to Google Assistant, though one reviewer noted recognition could be slow.