Withings Body Plus Wi-Fi Scale (Black)

Okay, this is actually a cool scale! I’m not usually one to keep a scale in the bathroom, but this Withings Smart Body Scale is not your average scale! Not only does it tell your weight, but it tracks your weight and health trends in an app on your phone! It also tells you the weather, air quality report, body fat, and other health insights! It’s pretty cool! If you’re into monitoring your overall health, not just the number on the scale, then this is for you!

Easy Peasy Way to Track Health

All the Withings products route their data to one app that you put on your iPhone or Android phone, which is their excellent Health Mate app. Health Mate also ties off to Apple Health, myFitnessPal, etc. and so you have a great ‘one stop shop’ for all your health information.The scale pairs across WiFi or Bluetooth, so you don’t necessarily need to have your phone nearby for the scale’s data to be synced with your phone. You will need to have both the phone and the scale on the same WiFi network, of course. Once you do, and setup was really easy, all you do is use the app on the phone to decide what you want to measure and display on the scale and it’s as simple as checking items off or on in a list. Once that is set, you just … step on.Like most smart scales, ... MoreAll the Withings products route their data to one app that you put on your iPhone or Android phone, which is their excellent Health Mate app. Health Mate also ties off to Apple Health, myFitnessPal, etc. and so you have a great ‘one stop shop’ for all your health information.The scale pairs across WiFi or Bluetooth, so you don’t necessarily need to have your phone nearby for the scale’s data to be synced with your phone. You will need to have both the phone and the scale on the same WiFi network, of course. Once you do, and setup was really easy, all you do is use the app on the phone to decide what you want to measure and display on the scale and it’s as simple as checking items off or on in a list. Once that is set, you just … step on.Like most smart scales, you should take your BMI, and the percentages of muscle, bone, water, etc. with a bit of a grain of salt. They won’t be all that accurate. You can, however, track changes over time pretty effectively, so you can see your own trending as you go on your health journey, even if the raw data is slightly inaccurate. It handles multiple users (each person must have the app and pair it to the scale), so the entire family can use it.Withings is no longer owned by Nokia. The original owners bought the company back, and so some of the issues that were introduced as Nokia tried to integrate the Withings products with their own apps and products are no longer present.

Easy set up, but glitchy everything else

Surprisingly easy to set up, but does default to KG so once you've passed through the initial profile creating you can go in and change to LBs.It had a hard time deciding what my weight was.... doing measurements for 10 times resulted in 10 different results. I wanted the wifi scale to easily update my Apple Health and MyFitnessPal apps to simplify the task in the morning. But reading other reviews that this scale is glitchy, inconsistent and cannot rely on the body composition measurements, its just not worth it.The morning after the first day, it could not recognize me, and the get the "X". Because the weight change was 4 lbs, it thought I was someone else. When I tried again after coffee and water, my weight was different, it recognized me. This is ... MoreSurprisingly easy to set up, but does default to KG so once you've passed through the initial profile creating you can go in and change to LBs.It had a hard time deciding what my weight was.... doing measurements for 10 times resulted in 10 different results. I wanted the wifi scale to easily update my Apple Health and MyFitnessPal apps to simplify the task in the morning. But reading other reviews that this scale is glitchy, inconsistent and cannot rely on the body composition measurements, its just not worth it.The morning after the first day, it could not recognize me, and the get the "X". Because the weight change was 4 lbs, it thought I was someone else. When I tried again after coffee and water, my weight was different, it recognized me. This is glitchy.Overall for a brand I never heard of, it felt reasonable well made of good materials. Its disappointing that the first 24 hours had me lose confidence in this product.

It’s ok…

I had the previous generation for almost 10 years when they were bought out by Nokia. Worked a treat almost no issues besides the odd connection glitch. Having had this for a month now I do have slight regret.The setup was annoying as it failed to pair 3 times before it worked. I’m the only one that uses the scale and it still gets my profile mixed up and doesn’t log my weight to my profile. It looses sync to my phone and sometimes doesn’t even log a weight.I hope these are all software glitches 🤞🏽

Nice looking, poor at connecting to wifi

Purchased this as it was also available on the Apple website and I wanted to integrate the scales into the health app. Great looking product with and quite proactive Customer Support (online), let down by the sub standard interfacing. Couldn't connect to wifi until I reduced the security level of my whole wifi to connect the produce, then re established the higher security level and since then it has connected well. Bizarre. This gives a poor experience and only resolved after contacting the help desk. I've given up trying to resolve some of the reading issues (bodyfat) as I've spent too much time sorting out the connectivity issues without going down another rabbit hole. Would suggest there are better, more robust products on the market - this product is sufficient ... MorePurchased this as it was also available on the Apple website and I wanted to integrate the scales into the health app. Great looking product with and quite proactive Customer Support (online), let down by the sub standard interfacing. Couldn't connect to wifi until I reduced the security level of my whole wifi to connect the produce, then re established the higher security level and since then it has connected well. Bizarre. This gives a poor experience and only resolved after contacting the help desk. I've given up trying to resolve some of the reading issues (bodyfat) as I've spent too much time sorting out the connectivity issues without going down another rabbit hole. Would suggest there are better, more robust products on the market - this product is sufficient but certainly not my first choice considering I've had it almost a month.

Review of WITHINGS BODY+ Smart Scale - White

Good Points: In 18 days I have lost 1st 14oz by using these scales. They have helped me monitor my weight loss in conjunction with their free app. I've been able to see both my muscle mass and my fat mass together. So the days where you seem to be gaining weight you can assess this in detail and see whether you've actually lost fat, but gained muscle. Having these scales has made me challenge myself. It's the only item I have ever used and been able to lose some weight. I usually give up after a couple of days and think the scales are lying. I have also combined this with their Pulse HR watch which monitors my calories, heart rate and steps. Combined they are proving their weight in gold.Oh, loved the packaging, it felt special unwrapping the scales.Improvement ... MoreGood Points: In 18 days I have lost 1st 14oz by using these scales. They have helped me monitor my weight loss in conjunction with their free app. I've been able to see both my muscle mass and my fat mass together. So the days where you seem to be gaining weight you can assess this in detail and see whether you've actually lost fat, but gained muscle. Having these scales has made me challenge myself. It's the only item I have ever used and been able to lose some weight. I usually give up after a couple of days and think the scales are lying. I have also combined this with their Pulse HR watch which monitors my calories, heart rate and steps. Combined they are proving their weight in gold.Oh, loved the packaging, it felt special unwrapping the scales.Improvement Points: Nothing yet. Although can't see the screen very well when stood on the scales. I think I need better glasses. Actually my wobbly bits get in the way. Perhaps by Christmas I'll be able to see the screen better.

Scale highly inaccurate

You would expect that the one thing a smart scale should do is to measure weight. This seems to be beyond the capability of the Withings Body+. It worked for the first week or so, pending a bit of learning how to balance properly for the measurement to settle. It then became less and less accurate, displaying weights 5-20 lbs higher than other scales. It now can only take a 396lb reading, which I can assure, is well beyond my range. Body comp readings also seem off.The scale seems slick, the setup with wifi works pretty well. The app is pretty intuitive. All very good. But a scale that can't take an accurate weight reading is useful only as a door stop.

Sloppy measurements, needs invasive app to work

After reading manufacturer claims that it's the most accurate body composition scale out there, I was excited to try it. Reality is that this claim is bogus. My "muscle weight" has varied from 158lb to 173lb over the period of 1 week, and trust me, I haven't gained 15lb of muscle mass over the weekend :) The scale provides a wildly varying muscle and body fat percentages, that vaguely represent reality. It's not any better than a cheap $20 body composition scale.This scale also requires you to install an extremely invasive app. The app tries to trick you into giving it READ access to ALL of your health data. When I reported this to Apple App Store, here's the response from the developer: "Additionally, note that we ensure that your data is safe and secured with ... MoreAfter reading manufacturer claims that it's the most accurate body composition scale out there, I was excited to try it. Reality is that this claim is bogus. My "muscle weight" has varied from 158lb to 173lb over the period of 1 week, and trust me, I haven't gained 15lb of muscle mass over the weekend :) The scale provides a wildly varying muscle and body fat percentages, that vaguely represent reality. It's not any better than a cheap $20 body composition scale.This scale also requires you to install an extremely invasive app. The app tries to trick you into giving it READ access to ALL of your health data. When I reported this to Apple App Store, here's the response from the developer: "Additionally, note that we ensure that your data is safe and secured with our servers". Okay, Anthony, thanks for nothing - the scales app should only WRITE WEIGHT, it has no legitimate reason to monkey around with any other health data.This manufacturer should invest in making their scales accurate, not bells and whistles like Bluetooth/WiFi chips or smartphone apps that steal your health data.

[Rewarded Review] Decent Scale, No So Decent App

I have had this scale for a month now and used it daily. I feel as a scale, the device functions as it should and provides mostly accurate information. Weight seems to be accurate compared to another digital scale I own, but the calculation for my personal BMI is not correct. The scale will not allow for full on-screen weather information unless you allow it to connect to your wi-fi, which makes sense but I feel is unnecessary. As for the product's construction, it feels sturdy, with a glass top and plastic bottom case. I question why the glass top extends beyond the bottom casing, and feel if the exposed glass edge bangs up against something, say the wall it sits next to, the top could break. Visually the scale is very nice looking, with a sleek dark look and ... MoreI have had this scale for a month now and used it daily. I feel as a scale, the device functions as it should and provides mostly accurate information. Weight seems to be accurate compared to another digital scale I own, but the calculation for my personal BMI is not correct. The scale will not allow for full on-screen weather information unless you allow it to connect to your wi-fi, which makes sense but I feel is unnecessary. As for the product's construction, it feels sturdy, with a glass top and plastic bottom case. I question why the glass top extends beyond the bottom casing, and feel if the exposed glass edge bangs up against something, say the wall it sits next to, the top could break. Visually the scale is very nice looking, with a sleek dark look and bright digital display screen.The app was not so great. The permissions felt overreacting. I do think an app for a scale in my bathroom requires using my phone's location at all times. It also required connecting with another health app to enable step tracking. I also experienced occasional sync issues between the phone and the app, or the server and the app.Overall, it is a nice looking and functional scale, but the digital experience felt lacking. For now I plan to use it as a non-app connected digital scale, and maybe will try the app again in the future to see if it has improved.

[Rewarded Review] Great scale

This scale is a must for any household , not only is it smart but it looks so cool and sleek and modern . You know what they say there’s an app for everything and there’s an app for this scale . With the quick installation guide you will have this hooked up in no time , the instructions are easy to understand . Here are some reasons why I love this awesome scale It hooks up in no time to your Wi-Fi, automatic sync with Bluetooth and Wi-Fi ,it tells you your weight, your weight trend, your body fat, your muscle Bone mass,the weather and steps and total body water which I never even knew about.with the app it helps you reach your goals because it gives you personal insights, weight and body composition trends, motivational milestones, nutrition tracker, this is the ... MoreThis scale is a must for any household , not only is it smart but it looks so cool and sleek and modern . You know what they say there’s an app for everything and there’s an app for this scale . With the quick installation guide you will have this hooked up in no time , the instructions are easy to understand . Here are some reasons why I love this awesome scale It hooks up in no time to your Wi-Fi, automatic sync with Bluetooth and Wi-Fi ,it tells you your weight, your weight trend, your body fat, your muscle Bone mass,the weather and steps and total body water which I never even knew about.with the app it helps you reach your goals because it gives you personal insights, weight and body composition trends, motivational milestones, nutrition tracker, this is the coolest scale I have ever seen , I love that it tells you the weather that’s another thing I haven’t seen before. I love that you can customize your screen you can change the order of the screens and choose what matters most to you. It’s super easy to clean all you do is use a cloth with a little water and wipe it nothing else is needed. It takes four AAA batteries they last up to 18 months. you can have up to eight different users which is great because everyone can have there own. there’s also a pregnancy mode, a baby mode, The baby mode can recognize and track your child’s growth which is a plus in my book. The scale has best in class action accuracy. All in all this is the most useful and user friendly scale that’s up to date and modern.