Withings Body Scan Scale (Black)

I received this Body Scan complementary of Influenster and Withings in exchange for a honest review. I’ve actually never heard of Withings before as I’m not a hardcore workout person and in general just want to be healthier. The unboxing of the smart scale was fun as everything was neatly placed into its own cutout and wrapped in a clear plastic. The set up of the scale was very easy as the scale was already charged; all I had to do was download the Withings app and pair my device. I used it right away and initially was overwhelmed with all the info but over time I find myself enjoying reading all the educational info in regards to all the measurements and actually look forward to measuring myself every day. There is an option to pay for subscription to the app for ... MoreI received this Body Scan complementary of Influenster and Withings in exchange for a honest review. I’ve actually never heard of Withings before as I’m not a hardcore workout person and in general just want to be healthier. The unboxing of the smart scale was fun as everything was neatly placed into its own cutout and wrapped in a clear plastic. The set up of the scale was very easy as the scale was already charged; all I had to do was download the Withings app and pair my device. I used it right away and initially was overwhelmed with all the info but over time I find myself enjoying reading all the educational info in regards to all the measurements and actually look forward to measuring myself every day. There is an option to pay for subscription to the app for more content but frankly, I’m not there yet in terms of paying a subscription to get myself healthier. There are quite a lot of measurements that the scale take and calculate such as weight, BMI, metabolism, vascular age, heart rate, segmental body composition, ECG/EKG, etc. I love how the app provides trends and also provides comparison to others, except you need to be mindful that it’s comparing to other Withings user, not general population. Design is sleek but you do have to clean it as your feet leaves an imprint over time. Also, I almost didn’t use the 6-lead ECG function as I had to agree to sharing my ECG with a Withings associated medical provider to review the results before unlocking the feature on my app but I’m glad I got over my privacy issue because it’s kind of fun to see your heart rhythm. Overall great product but I took off a star because while great, I’m not a super health conscious person to the point to be spending a premium on a smart scale.

[Rewarded Review] A Reliable And Consistent Body Mapping Tool

I am a huge fan of Withings body monitoring scales. My old Body+ scale was my companion for MANY years before a late life internal software upgrade added unfortunate irregularities in body fat measurements.Since I bought my old Withings scale, the field has been flooded with well-designed and well-reviewed smart scales. This new "Health Station" by Withings is setting the new standard in scales that offer smart body composition analyses.The daily full-body scan that I receive from this device includes:(1) Weight (yeah).(2) Heart rate.(3) Fat mass and muscle mass segmented by arms/torso/legs.(4) Visceral fat.(5) Lean mass.(6) Water mass.(7) Trends in body composition (which documents even the most mundane accomplishments!).(8) Electrodermal activity and ... MoreI am a huge fan of Withings body monitoring scales. My old Body+ scale was my companion for MANY years before a late life internal software upgrade added unfortunate irregularities in body fat measurements.Since I bought my old Withings scale, the field has been flooded with well-designed and well-reviewed smart scales. This new "Health Station" by Withings is setting the new standard in scales that offer smart body composition analyses.The daily full-body scan that I receive from this device includes:(1) Weight (yeah).(2) Heart rate.(3) Fat mass and muscle mass segmented by arms/torso/legs.(4) Visceral fat.(5) Lean mass.(6) Water mass.(7) Trends in body composition (which documents even the most mundane accomplishments!).(8) Electrodermal activity and vascular age (not what I'm looking at right now).Some of these details are summarized on the scale in my morning readings - along with daily weather forecast parameters and air quality summaries. Most details and trends are covered in the excellent and intuitive application that Withings provides.My greatest reaction to this scale is that it gives impressively reproducible results - repeated sequential measurements give nearly identical results. The results feel wholly tied to how I feel about my body - I don't notice any outsized swings in measurement based on differences in hydration levels or as a reaction to a sudden change in eating habits. Naturally I expect my body composition to vary from day to day, but variations for a big guy like me shouldn't be all over the place. Because this scale isn't responding hysterically to my body from day to day, I feel more inclined to listen to its message.All of what I have said above would appeal to me in a body monitor. But Withings is branding this as a "Health Station." This new release includes the option to perform a six-lead electrocardiogram (a graphical representation of you heart's performance). This single scan, alone, requires 30 seconds of your morning routine and utilizes the scale's pull-up bar which adds contacts for your two palms and your two thumbs (your feet provide the other two contacts). This single feature is covered in a separate and VERY lengthy introductory booklet - kind of a slow-start guide.For people with a healthy heart, this new sensing and tracking capability won't be very interesting or helpful. But for other aging people, it might be useful in suggesting variations that might be worth seeking expert advice.To be clear, the separate product guide included to address their ECG monitoring capability is flooded with disclaimers (consult a doctor immediately if..., do not self-diagnose/self-medicate if..., does not identify all instances of atrial fibrillation..., cannot detect other arrhythmias other than atrial fibrillation..., and whatnot). Withings' guide for this is also a must-read for understanding inconclusive results. This is a rare event where I won't criticize a device for providing information that is unintuitive - in this case the lack of understanding is on my part and should definitely be clarified.Withings is definitely overselling the professional quality of this device in their product guide but they're not wrong: "The Withings Scan Monitor 2.0 is intended for adult patients in hospitals, clinics, long-term care facilities, and homes." This is being used in my home and I'm hoping it can be my portal to pre-pandemic weight and fat levels.Yes, it takes me nearly two minutes to scan everything every morning, but I like getting the full story as a result. The scale on this device is, literally, the least important feature.Reliable, consistent, incredible.

[Rewarded Review] A SMART scale and so much more!

I've been wanting to get a smart scale for quite some time. I was under the false impression that the scale would only be good for measuring my weight and automatically syncing that measurement to my smartphone. I had not considered that the scale could do so much more.This Withings Body Scan can measure weight, body composition, perform a mutli-point ECG, and with their app, provide additional measurements/metrics into your overall health. The app integrates well with the other health data that my iPhone has about me and connects to my activity, so it gives me additional insight into my step count, workouts, and trends. For me, the body composition is probably one of the most intriguing measurements as it allows you to see the composition of fat, muscle, and bone ... MoreI've been wanting to get a smart scale for quite some time. I was under the false impression that the scale would only be good for measuring my weight and automatically syncing that measurement to my smartphone. I had not considered that the scale could do so much more.This Withings Body Scan can measure weight, body composition, perform a mutli-point ECG, and with their app, provide additional measurements/metrics into your overall health. The app integrates well with the other health data that my iPhone has about me and connects to my activity, so it gives me additional insight into my step count, workouts, and trends. For me, the body composition is probably one of the most intriguing measurements as it allows you to see the composition of fat, muscle, and bone density within your body, and then chart that over time. This has given me additional insight into how my workouts affect the overall composition of my body.The ability to seamlessly use this for multiple people is a nice feature. On my previous not-so-smart scale, the user had to push a button to cycle through a list of 4 users (named User1, User2, etc). This smart scale uses intelligence (it helps that my wife is 50lbs lighter than me) to know who has stepped on the scale, but provides a simple interface to switch between users. Setting up multiple users didn't go as smoothly as I had hoped. While trying to setup an account for my wife, there were some syncing issues and unclear steps along the way. After some trial and error, and deleting her data and starting over twice, we were finally able to get her account setup, synced, and her scans showing up on her iPhone/app.Another small issue I've noticed is that the handle that you hold for performing the ECG and other measurements which is tethered by a spring-loaded, retractable cable, seems to offset the weight measurement slightly. I performed a weight-only measurements, leaving the handle retracted, and then grabbed the handle and performed another weight-only measurement and noticed that the additional "pull" caused by the cable wanting to retract added an additional .3 lbs to my weight. I realize this isn't much, but it seems like something that could easily be adjusted or accounted for. I've considered adding an end stop to the cable to see if it prevents the offset.Overall, I'm very happy with the smart scale. It has given me new insight into my weight loss journey which, now that I'm nearing my target weight (50lbs lost) and will soon be transitioning into simply maintaining this healthier weight, will hopefully keep me on track. I look forward to stepping on the scale now and seeing how my numbers measure up, and with the additional information provided by the scale and the app, this won't just be a tool for measuring my weight, but overall health.

[Rewarded Review] A great all-in-one scale

I've currently got the Withings Body+ scale, that I've had now for the past few years. I've generally liked it and never really had an issue, except once, when it lost it's sync with my network and app...I did a full factory reset and it resolved the problem. Oh and the fact that it takes physical batteries and isn't rechargeable was another ding I'd always held against it.I started my weight loss journey in Mid-January of this year (2023, as of writing this review). I'm now about 9 months in and have lost appx. 60lb. The Body+ scale has worked great for weight, but a few of the other metrics just seemed "off", on average...they constantly fluctuated in a way that didn't make sense. Anyway, I seen their new Body Scan scale and with all the progress I've made, I ... MoreI've currently got the Withings Body+ scale, that I've had now for the past few years. I've generally liked it and never really had an issue, except once, when it lost it's sync with my network and app...I did a full factory reset and it resolved the problem. Oh and the fact that it takes physical batteries and isn't rechargeable was another ding I'd always held against it.I started my weight loss journey in Mid-January of this year (2023, as of writing this review). I'm now about 9 months in and have lost appx. 60lb. The Body+ scale has worked great for weight, but a few of the other metrics just seemed "off", on average...they constantly fluctuated in a way that didn't make sense. Anyway, I seen their new Body Scan scale and with all the progress I've made, I thought I'd invest into some new technology and see if I can get some new and (hopefully) more accurate data points.I received the scale and was immediately surprised by how hefty it was! For a scale, this thing is a chonk, lol. But, it looks sleek and makes up for the heft in functionality. Honestly, I prefer it because it seems to stay put on the floor where I have it, VS. sliding around like my current Body+ scale does. Unboxing was a breeze and I have to say, the initial setup was flawless. This has probably been the easiest device that I've set up in a pretty long time. Once I got it connected to my network, it auto-updated the firmware and walked me through the rest of the motions in the app. Didn't have a single hiccup! There's also a wall mount that you can use to hold the Handlebar up off the scale, if you want. Due to the location I keep it (not really near a wall), it's not something I'd use, but I did want to mention it's inclusion, which was a nice touch! Also, compared to what I was used to on my Body+ scale, I was amazed at how great the screen looked on this new scale and the fact that it actually had colors, haha.I was on vacation when the scale came, so I got a bit of a late start in the timing of this review. On top of the scale, there is a bar that you pull up to waist-level, before stepping on. This has all the various sensors for the ECG feature and works in tandem with some of the other data points it reads. Anyway, you just pull it up off the scale to waist-level and hold it out a bit, as to not touch your skin or clothing and just step up on the scale. It takes around 45 seconds for a full reading - the ECG alone take 30 and then about 15 seconds for everything else. All-in-all, pretty easy and painless! I believe, as of now, I've gotten around 4 measurements in (I don't always weigh myself every single day). I'm still awaiting my Vascular Age measurement, as it's still pending because you have to weigh in at least 5 times before it will start displaying this data. As for the new measurements with the ECG and Electrodermal Activity, those have come back in the "normal" range.Now, I do have an Apple Watch and I feel the data it takes would be far more accurate, so some of the things the scale tracks, such as Daily Steps and Heart Rate are a bit redundant for me. I think it just pulls the Steps from my Apple Health app and I've left the Heart Rate measurement on, just to check for consistency between this and my Watch. As far as the rest of the measurements go, it shows me: Daily Steps, ECG, Weight, Body Comp, Signs of Afib, Electrodermal Activity, Vascular Age, Average Heart Rate, Walking (time), High Heart Rate and Hear Rate. It also checks your Fitness Level, as well...which again, is a bit redundant to my Apple Watch (unless it's pulling that data from Health, I can't tell).So far, I do feel that the Body Comp, BMI and other similar measurements on this scale are more accurate than my Body+ scale. However, it did have a slight shock this morning when I weighed in. It gave me a message saying that signs of Afib were detected. This absolutely shocked me as I've had the Apple Watch since the very first model and have had the "Irregular Rhythm" detection enabled since that feature has launched. In the many, many years I've worn my Watch (daily - from when I wake to when I go to bed), I've yet to have an Afib warning. Even when I do an ECG using the App on my Watch, I always get the regular "Sinus Rhythm" detection, which means everything is normal. So, what does this mean? Well, for now, I'm not going to worry about it. I've had a Withing BPM device (Blood Pressure Monitor) in the past and while I loved the look, fit and wireless functionality, it was probably one of the worst BP monitors I've ever had/used - it was always about 10-15 points off my regular reading, compared to my Omron monitor. I even took it (as well as my Omron monitor) to my Doctors office to confirm that these numbers were or were not actually correct. My Omron BP monitor was within 1-2 points off from what my Doctor read and the Withings BPM was at about a 12-15 point difference...so, I wound up returning it and I'm still using my same Omron BP monitor that I've had for the past 10+ years.So, given the aforementioned Withings BPM (Blood Pressure Monitor device) issues, that's never really instilled much "Heart Health" confidence for me in Withings. Especially given that I've NEVER had an Afib or Irregular Beat notification with my Apple Watch, which I feel is FAR more accurate. I'll keep the Afib stuff in my readings for now, just to see if maybe it was a one-off fluke and if I detect a pattern or not. I'll just be more mindful and I'll do a few extra ECG's on my Apple Watch as well...but for now, I'm not going to fret over the Afib notification too much. Also, as a side-note, I did just get my Fall COVID vaccine and Flu shot 4 days ago, so perhaps that could be related, as I could feel some mild side-effects over the weekend from it (but feel much better today).Other than this, I'd still rate this Body Scan scale a 5/5 rating. The build quality is superb, the battery is rechargeable, there's an included wall mount for the handlebar (if this is your preference, I don't use it). I feel that all of the weight and body-comp measurements are pretty accurate...but I'm still unsure of the hearth health (ECG and Afib) portions, due to having never had this happen on my Apple Watch and my past experiences that I noted here with the Withings Blood Pressure Monitor. However, I'm not going to hold that against this Body Scan scale in this review, as I've just simply not had enough time to determine if this was just a once-off fluke or if it's accurate or just...inaccurate. I do feel this scale will be able to assist me with my goals of toning up a bit, once I hit my weight loss goal and decide to go that route.

[Rewarded Review] Health station powerhouse

Withings claims you experience a full health check up in 90 seconds, and I agree. First thing’s first lets make it clear that this scale is extremely accurate in measuring your weight. Set up was very easy and I just followed the step by step instructions in the Withings app. The scale connects to your WiFi network. Another useful feature is that the scale has a rechargeable battery and the connector is USB C.I have never had a scale smart or not, that provided segmental body composition. Any time I wanted body composition I had to use the calipers and figure it out that way. The other interesting aspect is the cardiovascular health feature. The Withings Body Scan uses an ECG, Vascular age, and standing heart rate to measure your cardiovascular health. Now let’s ... MoreWithings claims you experience a full health check up in 90 seconds, and I agree. First thing’s first lets make it clear that this scale is extremely accurate in measuring your weight. Set up was very easy and I just followed the step by step instructions in the Withings app. The scale connects to your WiFi network. Another useful feature is that the scale has a rechargeable battery and the connector is USB C.I have never had a scale smart or not, that provided segmental body composition. Any time I wanted body composition I had to use the calipers and figure it out that way. The other interesting aspect is the cardiovascular health feature. The Withings Body Scan uses an ECG, Vascular age, and standing heart rate to measure your cardiovascular health. Now let’s refer back to that 90 second full health check up. I whopping 30 of those 90 seconds are solely for the ECG!All of the data points are transmitted to your phone through the Withings app. I have an iPhone and granted Withings access to my health data. So when I log a run on my apple watch or iPhone, Withings pulls that health data into the Withings app and takes the activity into consideration. When I launch the Withings app I know what my muscle to fat composition is for the various parts of my body, how my heart health is looking, and if I am trending upwards or downwards in the weight loss department. The heart tracking and segmental body composition is what sets this scale apart. Another item the scale tracks is your Electrodermal Activity (EDA) score which measures the and assesses the activity of the sweat glands in the soles of your feet. This score tells you your stress levels over time. This smart scale is the smartest one out on the market and is definitely for those that are serious into their health and are not afraid of having a scale give them the level of detail that the body scan scale is capable of.

[Rewarded Review] May need an update or two.

I had a Withings scale for quite some time. It started acting up some time ago (i.e., randomly switching units) and finally the Body Scan caught my eye as a replacement.The feature set is impressive, but requires a bit of trust that all the information can in fact be derived from the measurement method. So for a moment, let's assume it works like that.The setup is a bit inconsistent and user guidance is generally good. Encounter an unexpected deviation (problem) and it gets difficult. In fact, the scale produced a "failed setup" error at first, but the app saw no problem (never acknowledged a supposed failure).The scale is attractive and the screen is well integrated. The latter is a big step up from the first Withings scale. But this isn't an art exhibit and ... MoreI had a Withings scale for quite some time. It started acting up some time ago (i.e., randomly switching units) and finally the Body Scan caught my eye as a replacement.The feature set is impressive, but requires a bit of trust that all the information can in fact be derived from the measurement method. So for a moment, let's assume it works like that.The setup is a bit inconsistent and user guidance is generally good. Encounter an unexpected deviation (problem) and it gets difficult. In fact, the scale produced a "failed setup" error at first, but the app saw no problem (never acknowledged a supposed failure).The scale is attractive and the screen is well integrated. The latter is a big step up from the first Withings scale. But this isn't an art exhibit and functionality is more important (for a scale).The handle has a clever feature as it lock into the fixture only in one way to properly orient the left/right side and subsequent hand. Ironically, the scale came with the handle in the wrong orientation and it was just strange that the handle refused to fit in the respective geometry. This is not prominently highlighted in the instructions.After a few attempts to repeat the setup, the Wifi wasn't initially well configured and didn't communicate with the Withings server, the setup completed. There was no status that changed to know the difference, but simply the fact that measurements started appearing in my iPhone app.Now, with setup complete and generally working, it's working mostly okay. By that I mean that it generally recognizes the user and most measurements are performed. Weight is very sensitive to the correct foot position. Even within the right placement, I am seeing 2-3 lbs variability (repeating within 5 minutes).A larger issue is that the scale recently requested a guided setup. That's not an easy option to find in the app, but it also requires very specific conditions with respect to a maximum time of having been bare foot etc.. (You have to be at least 1 hour "on your feet"--in shoes--before attempting this.)Some of the advanced measurements have real difficulties to complete every time. Strangely, heart rate measurement is one of them and just this morning first reported 44 bpm (!!!) followed by 75 bpm immediately after followed by a failure to complete the measurement.This could all be due to user error, but I am wearing a t-shirt and pants to prevent the short cuts from skin contact in the wrong places.For now, I am not so sure I spent $400 wisely. I do want to like this and find it useful enough to rely on its measurements. I am just not there yet!

[Rewarded Review] Premiere Health Tracking Device!

Devices for tracking your health are getting better and the Withings Body scan just set the new gold standard. Yes it might be a scale, but it does so much more than track your weight.PROS:- Unboxing these I really like the design! It’s seriously a high end look with a great glass like top and some sleek stripes. Setup after that you need the Withings Healthmate app with an account but it’s all pretty easy and straightforward via the app!- Doing a Body Scan is very easy and quick considering all the tests it does. It measures your weight, body composition, ECG, Electrodermal Activity, and your cardiac age. I’ll add that the scale works best the more you use it as it will better understand your body makeup and you will get more accurate results when the body scan ... MoreDevices for tracking your health are getting better and the Withings Body scan just set the new gold standard. Yes it might be a scale, but it does so much more than track your weight.PROS:- Unboxing these I really like the design! It’s seriously a high end look with a great glass like top and some sleek stripes. Setup after that you need the Withings Healthmate app with an account but it’s all pretty easy and straightforward via the app!- Doing a Body Scan is very easy and quick considering all the tests it does. It measures your weight, body composition, ECG, Electrodermal Activity, and your cardiac age. I’ll add that the scale works best the more you use it as it will better understand your body makeup and you will get more accurate results when the body scan understands you better in that aspect.- The Healthmate app is essential while using this scale and let me tell you it is an excellent app! It showcases trends with your weight including your BMI and Basal Metabolic Rate & Age. Probably my favorite part is the Body Composition readings in your app. It tells you where your fat and muscle is in three key areas: Torso, Arms, and Legs. This is really helpful to see areas you want to target more or less and just see where you carry most of your weight as well, along with how you are trending with fat loss and muscle gain.- The more advanced features like the Electrodermal Activity, Cardiac Age, and ECG really bring this to another level too. This helps identify how your overall health is and gives you a better look at things besides just weight muscle and fat, because your heart health is absolutely vital too.- The Withings app also incorporates with other health apps like Apple Health, so it can utilize the blood oxygen, sleep, heart, and activity tracking on your Apple Watch to better work with the data they are gathering from your body scans and give you an overall view of your health.CONS:- The ECG reading is not instant as Withings analyzes it first before giving it to you. This is a minor downside but something to note.- Although this is a gorgeous looking scale, it does show water marks and other signs of use easily due to its glass like top. It’s very easy to clean but this is the downside of any scale in your bathroom.BOTTOM LINE:- This is not a scale, this is truly a health station. The Withings Body Scan looks at your fat and muscle in three key areas of your body, tells you in depth details of your heart and overall health, and the Healthmate app really brings everything into focus. This has immediately become a staple in my daily life and I think it can do a lot of good for people who want to better understand their body’s health and make strides to be better!

[Rewarded Review] Smartest scale out there, also expensive

I've been a withings user for quite a while. I've had several versions of their smart scales over the years, always looking for more insightful ways to track stats about my body & my health. When withings announced the next evolution of their smart scale, I couldn't wait to get a Body Scan.The Body Scan smart scale is larger and heavier than previous versions. In the box, you get the BodyScan, an USB-C charging cord, and a wall mount for the handle. Set up is fairly simple, especially if you've had other withings products before. Everything is completed via the withings apps. All that you need to do is have the app ready on you smart phone, go to devices, and the app will guide you on the rest. As with most electronics, as you go thru the setup, there will likely ... MoreI've been a withings user for quite a while. I've had several versions of their smart scales over the years, always looking for more insightful ways to track stats about my body & my health. When withings announced the next evolution of their smart scale, I couldn't wait to get a Body Scan.The Body Scan smart scale is larger and heavier than previous versions. In the box, you get the BodyScan, an USB-C charging cord, and a wall mount for the handle. Set up is fairly simple, especially if you've had other withings products before. Everything is completed via the withings apps. All that you need to do is have the app ready on you smart phone, go to devices, and the app will guide you on the rest. As with most electronics, as you go thru the setup, there will likely be a software update for the Body Scan. After about 15 mins, you be ready for your first weigh in.Similar to more recent models, Body Scan will give stats on your weight, body fat, heart rate, vascularage that are sent to the withings app and to other supported health apps. So what’s different/new about this updated smart scale? The revolutionary features are the Body Scans ability to give you a segmental body composition and the inclusion of a 6 lead ECG. The segmental body composition is really neat. It give you the typical overall body fat & muscle mass stats, and adds in a separate stats for your arms, legs, and torso. This can be super insightful and given you more specific areas to target in your overall health goals. The 6 lead ECG is an upgrade over the typical ECG that’s included in a typical smart watch nowadays. The other thing that I've grown love about withings scales, and body scan is no different, is the abilty to set up multiple users in the app and all be able to use the scale to track their data. The scale is very good at detecting who is stepping on, but the user can be changed with a slight lean to the side.Of course all of this health data about your self is effortlessly synced to the withings app and is easily trackable over weeks, months, & years. Body Scan will also give you a trial of withings+, a subscription service that offers an enhanced withings app experience, though it’s not required to use the Body Scan or track data.Overall the Body Scan is an impressive smart scale. Withings upped their game in the scale space. The segmental body composition is the feature I was most interested in and I’ve been impressed/surprised by some of the results after a little bit of use. The $399 price will scare off some, as it is pricey, but I do think there is value in the data that the Body Scan can give you and help you track important health statistics.

[Rewarded Review] Too Much Tech with No Human Support

The Withings, Body Scan, connected Health Station in black, is really a wonder. First, the aesthetics of its design are sleek, with modern-looking, clean lines, definitely not frilly. This scale will fit in any room, whether that be a bath, bedroom, or any niche you have. It definitely is "art-like" in its appearance.Next, let me explain my reasons for ordering this and my household's stats. I am a 64-year-old female, and my husband is 71. We live a very active life, I am still a self-employed CPA and his passion, although retired, is caring, training, and riding at a high-level reining and cutting horses. This takes good health and mental acuity, no matter what your age is. We are health-centric oriented, and concerned- we do not have bad habits, maintain good ... MoreThe Withings, Body Scan, connected Health Station in black, is really a wonder. First, the aesthetics of its design are sleek, with modern-looking, clean lines, definitely not frilly. This scale will fit in any room, whether that be a bath, bedroom, or any niche you have. It definitely is "art-like" in its appearance.Next, let me explain my reasons for ordering this and my household's stats. I am a 64-year-old female, and my husband is 71. We live a very active life, I am still a self-employed CPA and his passion, although retired, is caring, training, and riding at a high-level reining and cutting horses. This takes good health and mental acuity, no matter what your age is. We are health-centric oriented, and concerned- we do not have bad habits, maintain good weight, and use information to change our behavior. To that end, this scale is very tech-centric, and the user needs several additional items beyond the scale-a smartphone to download the Withings app, access to Withings website where an online account is set up, and WIFI in your home. You can sign on with either an email, Google account, or other social media. So, my husband is non-tech and does not carry or own a smartphone. However, we can still get his data because I have set up a profile for him, as part of our household and can gather information through my account for him. This is a game changer because if you wear a watch to try to gather some of this information you have to be within a certain distance of a phone in order to gather the information. By using the scale, you can gather the information and it works because you are within your home's Wi-Fi. Also, this scale is so much more comprehensive in what it can do, and it is easy to toggle between the household currently using the scale. Oh, by the way, if you do attach the handle to the wall, you need to note that in the app that it has been installed because some of the calculations will be done differently.This product is not only a scale, but can also scan the user's body to determine various conditions such as heartbeat rate, EKG, vascular age, EDA-sweat profusion from the feet, etc. By simply pulling up a retractable attached bar, that can also be attached to your wall's surface about 3 feet from the ground, the user grips the bar that has metal surfaces on both of the undersides of the bar for right and left hand. The 6 lead EKG must first be activated in the app before it will be done which can determine if you are in either normal sinus rhythm or have something else such as AFIB, etc. You can then make these results shareable with your doctor or healthcare provider. So, this scanner scale would be able to do the same thing as the small bar-like machine that you see on advertised on TV where they ask you about your heart.Although this scale can do so many good and complex health things, as well as monitor results over a period of time, I contemplated giving it only 3 stars. The learning curve for this scanner scale is huge and the support is not what I would rave about. That is my problem with it. So, it does come with various material to read and there are online group postings, but to call someone in the know virtually no way. You have to start at all the online stuff and only then put in a request for a call, and then get a call back. So, if you are not in your home waiting on standby, it is a real pain and very not convenient. We are the purchaser and if you want to sell something very technical to the older crowd some baby sitting with the equipment might be in order. I am still reading and experimenting on how to use the smorgasbord of applications available, but I am also on system overload. This will definitely take me t ime yo figure out and be confident in my "how to".

[Rewarded Review] Your Comprehensive Health Tracker

The Withings Body Scan scale is a remarkable piece of technology, adept at providing comprehensive insights into one's health metrics. From tracking visceral fat around vital organs to pairing with native health apps for a holistic health assessment, it's a tool designed for those serious about their wellbeing. Notably, it also provides useful metrics on electrodermal activity and vascular age, contributing to an understanding of stress levels and cardiovascular health.A unique feature of the Body Scan scale is its ability to measure Electrodermal Activity (EDA). This fascinating metric gauges the activity of sweat glands in your feet, reflecting your nervous system's response to stress or happiness. The EDA score, therefore, provides a valuable insight into one's ... MoreThe Withings Body Scan scale is a remarkable piece of technology, adept at providing comprehensive insights into one's health metrics. From tracking visceral fat around vital organs to pairing with native health apps for a holistic health assessment, it's a tool designed for those serious about their wellbeing. Notably, it also provides useful metrics on electrodermal activity and vascular age, contributing to an understanding of stress levels and cardiovascular health.A unique feature of the Body Scan scale is its ability to measure Electrodermal Activity (EDA). This fascinating metric gauges the activity of sweat glands in your feet, reflecting your nervous system's response to stress or happiness. The EDA score, therefore, provides a valuable insight into one's average stress levels over time. Additionally, the vascular age metric is a boon for those mindful of their cardiovascular health, especially as they age. This feature measures the 'Pulse Wave Velocity' from the heart to the feet to deliver a score representing the health of your arteries, and subsequently, your vascular age. Impressively, the Body Scan scale also boasts an FDA-approved 6-lead electrocardiogram for detecting signs of atrial fibrillation. The ECG test is not only comprehensive but also very user-friendly. The results are easily shareable within the Withings app, and the data's resemblance to that of a professional ECG at a doctor's office is quite striking.The question of accuracy is paramount, and in the case of the Withings Body Scan scale, it appears impressive. While it's challenging to assert outright accuracy without citing specific studies, Withings' collaborative work with health experts and doctors in the scale's design and the FDA approval for the ECG feature speak volumes to the validity of its data. The scale's ability to provide key biomarker data and establish a baseline for one's health metrics is invaluable. Recognizing drastic changes in these metrics could serve as a timely alert to consult a physician, ensuring optimal health.The ease of use and the comprehensive functionality of the Withings app, including explanatory tutorials, add to the user-friendly experience. The construction of the scale is solid, and with a durable lithium battery that lasts up to a year, the scale assures longevity. The scale also shines in its ability to accommodate multiple users, making it a great choice for families. It can recognize and differentiate up to 8 users automatically, providing personalized data for each individual. This data is then synced over Wi-Fi to their respective accounts on the Withings app, allowing each family member to track their health metrics independently.In conclusion, the Withings Body Scan scale is an outstanding tool for health enthusiasts seeking an in-depth understanding of their body's health. With its host of invaluable features and metrics combined with an intuitive app, it's a worthwhile investment for your wellbeing.