Apple Watch Series 11 vs Withings ScanWatch 2
The Verdict
The Apple Watch Series 11 and Withings ScanWatch 2 sit in the same category and end up appealing to slightly different buyers. The Withings ScanWatch 2 is the cheaper of the two at $349 versus $399, a difference of about $50. The Apple Watch Series 11 is the newer release, which usually means a faster chipset and longer software support. Apple Watch Series 11 stands out for hypertension detection for chronic high blood pressure, while Withings ScanWatch 2 is praised for 30-day battery life is unmatched — charge monthly, not daily. Use the side-by-side spec table below to compare cameras, displays, battery life and connectivity in detail and decide which one fits your priorities.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Apple Watch Series 11 if…
- →Hypertension detection for chronic high blood pressure
- →Sleep score for sleep quality insights
- →24-hour battery life (up from 18h on Series 10)
Buy the Withings ScanWatch 2 if…
- →30-day battery life is unmatched — charge monthly, not daily
- →Looks like a luxury analog watch — no one will know it's smart
- →Medical-grade ECG, SpO2, and respiratory rate monitoring
Pros & Cons
Apple Watch Series 11
Pros
- Hypertension detection for chronic high blood pressure
- Sleep score for sleep quality insights
- 24-hour battery life (up from 18h on Series 10)
- 5G connectivity on cellular models
- 2x more scratch-resistant Ion-X glass
Cons
- Same S10 chip as Series 10
- Starting price increased to $399
- Still limited to one-day battery life
Withings ScanWatch 2
Pros
- 30-day battery life is unmatched — charge monthly, not daily
- Looks like a luxury analog watch — no one will know it's smart
- Medical-grade ECG, SpO2, and respiratory rate monitoring
- Skin temperature tracking for early illness detection
- Stainless steel build is genuinely elegant
Cons
- No GPS — phone required for route tracking
- Tiny OLED sub-display limits notification readability
- No NFC for contactless payments
- No third-party apps — health tracking only
Full Specifications
| Spec | Apple Watch Series 11 | Withings ScanWatch 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Software | watchOS 26 | Withings OS |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 34.6 g (42mm) / 43.1 g (46mm) | 39 g |
| Case material | Aluminum or Titanium (Grade 5) | Stainless steel |
| Water resistance | IP6X, 50m WR | 5ATM |
| Health & Sensors | ||
| ECG | ||
| SpO₂ | ||
| Skin temperature | ||
| Heart rate | ||
| Sleep tracking | ||
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | 24 hours | Up to 30 days |
| Display | ||
| Size | 42mm / 46mm | 42 mm |
| Type | Retina LTPO3 OLED | Hybrid analog + OLED |
| Always-on display | ||
| Resolution | 496 x 416 (46mm) | Hybrid analog with OLED sub-display |
| Processor | ||
| Chipset | Apple S10 | Withings proprietary |
| Connectivity | ||
| GPS | ||
| NFC | ||
| Wi-Fi | ||
| Cellular | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.0 |
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This comparison is based on verified manufacturer specifications covering display, performance, camera, battery, and build quality. Scores are generated by analyzing specs across weighted categories on a 10-point scale. Learn more about our methodology.
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