WiThings ScanWatch Light
This hybrid smartwatch tracks essential daily wellness and health data without being too overbearing.
The WiThings ScanWatch Light is a fashionable watch with a small profile and interchangeable bands.
$250
Pros
Cons
Apple Watchwearers seem to want a smartwatch that isnt the Apple Watch.
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At least, thats the impression I got while wearing theWiThings Scanwatch Lightout in the world.
Can you use that with the iPhone?
Yes, Id reply.
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But Im currently testing it with Android.
I enjoyed my time with the Scanwatch Light.
The ScanWatch Light is not a smartwatch to consider if you seek nuanced data on your runs and walks.
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I didnt realize how much I liked having that data until I put aside theGoogle Pixel Watch 2.
It immediately reminded me of what you give up when you choose form over function.
While using the Scanwatch Light and receiving messages, I charged the watch every 8 to 10 days.
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Ive yet to get a full 30-day battery from the Scanwatch Light.
But so far, Ive had no battery anxiety while being out of the house with this thing on.
The Scanwatch Light charges with a little adapter that comes in the box.
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Scanwatch Light Display
A tiny little screen
The Scanwatch Light is a hybrid watch.
But you cant do much else on that screen besides cycle through a few options.
Notifications that come through on that tiny screen are terse.
Thats what helps make the Scanwatch Light not so distracting.
It also detects sleep apnea.
In particular, it was ragging hard on me about breathing obstructions.
The stats are pretty basic, but theyre nice to have.
The WiThings app does offer a premium subscription for its devices, called WiThings+.
Syncing throughHealth Connectand third-party services likeSamsung HealthandStravahas long been available.
But that last app is where things got complicated.
Strava needs GPS data to give an accurate readout of my trail walks.
I want to ultimately determine if I can interchangeably share data between WiThings and the aforementioned apps.
Should you buy the WiThings Scanwatch Light?
Being incognito with the Scanwatch Light was lovely, as was leaving the stats by the wayside.
It felt like I was taking a much-needed break from fervently tracking my every move.
However, I did miss racking up stats on Strava to show all my friends I was working hard.
Its not for serious trainers, however.
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