What Withings does

Withings is a French connected health device company founded in 2009 in Issy-les-Moulineaux (now headquartered in Paris) that designs, manufactures, and sells a portfolio of FDA-cleared consumer health hardware unified by the Withings mobile app and an optional Withings+ premium subscription. Its product surface spans four broad categories — smart scales (Body Scan, BodyFit, Body Comp, Body Smart; $129.95–$499.95) using multi-frequency bioelectrical impedance analysis with claimed 99% DEXA correlation and patented Position Control™ technology; hybrid smartwatches (ScanWatch Nova Brilliant, ScanWatch Nova, ScanWatch 2, ScanWatch Light; $249.95–$649.95) with 6-lead ECG, SpO2, temperature, and 30–35-day battery life; vital sign monitors (BPM Connect/Vision blood pressure cuffs and the FDA-cleared BeamO multi-sensor combining ECG, thermometer, pulse oximeter, and digital stethoscope); and novel form factors including the U-Scan toilet-embedded urine lab (Nutrio and Calci cartridges) and the Lingo continuous glucose monitor integrated under the Abbott partnership. The product is anchored by proprietary hardware IP (20+ patents in BodyFit alone) augmented by AI features — predictive scoring, generative AI health assistant, AFib/sleep apnea detection — operated over a 750M-measurement corpus drawn from 12 million users across 190 countries and 11 languages.

Withings monetizes primarily through direct-to-consumer hardware sales via its own e-commerce storefront and major retail channels (Apple Store, Amazon, Best Buy, FSA Store), with most devices eligible for FSA/HSA payment. A freemium software model underpins the flywheel: the Withings app is free, while Withings+ ($9.95/month or $99.50/year) layers AI insights, cardiologist-reviewed ECG reports (Cardio Check-Up), readiness scoring, and habit modules, and is bundled with free trial periods on premium device purchases. A separate B2B arm, Withings Health Solutions, sells remote patient monitoring deployments to healthcare providers and health systems (e.g., the MedStar Health 'Signature' concierge medicine service in Maryland, 2026), using the same device hardware repackaged for clinical workflows. Strategic acquisitions of Impeto Medical (Jan 2022, electrodermal/SUDOSCAN technology) and 8fit (Feb 2022, digital fitness platform) extended the device and digital services surface.

The company is privately held and founder-led (Chairman Eric Carreel). It has raised approximately $115M in disclosed equity funding across rounds in 2010, 2013, 2020 ($60M Series B led by Bpifrance/Gilde Healthcare/Idinvest), and a €20M ($21.76M) France 2030 strategic grant in December 2024, and recently operationalized a US regional headquarters. Recent go-to-market emphasis includes flagship partnerships with Samsung (May 2026 Galaxy Watch × Body Smart bundle) and Abbott (Lingo CGM integration, Jan 2026), and product expansion into GLP-1 weight-loss monitoring (BodyFit, Jun 2026) and longevity-positioned clinical consumer hardware (Body Scan 2, CES 2026).

Name

Withings

Legal name

Withings

Website

https://withings.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2009

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

French connected health device company building FDA-cleared smart scales, hybrid smartwatches, and multi-sensor vital sign monitors for 12 million consumer users and B2B remote patient monitoring deployments across 190 countries.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Consumer Health Electronics

NAICS

Electromedical and Electrotherapeutic Apparatus Manufacturing (334510)

SIC

Electromedical & Electrotherapeutic Apparatus (3845)

akta.pro primary industry

Connected Medical Devices & Wearables (Sensors, Patches, Implantables) (HLACAPAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Personal Medical Devices & Home Diagnostics (Thermometers, Blood Pressure Monitors, Glucose Meters, Rapid Tests) (CRADAMAK), Chronic Condition Management & Remote Monitoring (e.g., diabetes, HTN) (HLALADAD), ECG/EKG & Heart Rhythm Monitors (Consumer) (CRACAQAC), Smart Fitness & Training Devices (Connected Fitness Sensors, Smart Jump Ropes, etc.) (CRACAQAH)

Keywords

• Connected health devices
• Smart scales
• Hybrid smartwatches
• Remote patient monitoring
• Wearable health technology

Headquarters

HQ city

Issy-les-moulineaux

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Operations

Revenue model

1. Hardware Sales: Sale of connected health devices including smart scales, hybrid smartwatches, blood pressure monitors, and specialty devices (BeamO, U-Scan, Lingo). Hardware represents the primary revenue driver with products ranging from $69.95 to $599.95 retail.
2. Withings+ Subscription: Premium subscription service offering AI-powered personalized insights, cardiologist-reviewed ECG reports (Cardio Check-Up), readiness indicators, behavior change modules, and exclusive content. Priced at $9.95/month or $99.50/year with free trial periods on device purchases.
3. B2B Health Solutions: Enterprise offerings through Withings Health Solutions targeting healthcare providers, health systems, and payers for remote patient monitoring programs. Includes device provisioning, data integration, and clinical workflow support.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Withings designs, manufactures, and sells a connected health ecosystem of FDA-cleared consumer medical devices — including smart scales (Body Scan, BodyFit, Body Comp, Body Smart), hybrid smartwatches (ScanWatch line), blood pressure monitors, the BeamO multiscope, U-Scan urine lab, Sleep tracker, and Lingo continuous glucose biosensor — unified by the Withings app and Withings+ premium subscription. The company also operates Withings Health Solutions, providing remote patient monitoring deployments to healthcare providers and payers.

Product overview

Withings offers a comprehensive ecosystem of connected health devices for consumer and professional use. The product portfolio centers on four categories: smart scales (Body Scan, BodyFit, Body Comp, Body Smart) measuring body composition, biometrics, and cardiovascular health; hybrid smartwatches (ScanWatch Nova Brilliant, ScanWatch Nova, ScanWatch 2, ScanWatch Light) combining analog aesthetics with clinical health monitoring; vital sign monitors (BPM Connect, BPM Vision, BeamO) for blood pressure and multi-parameter health assessment; and specialized devices (Sleep tracker, U-Scan urine lab, Lingo glucose monitor). The ecosystem is unified by the Withings app (free) and enhanced through Withings+ premium subscription offering AI-powered insights, readiness scoring, and cardiologist reviews. Professional healthcare solutions are offered through Withings Health Solutions for remote patient monitoring and clinical deployments.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Withings+ (formerly Health+): Premium subscription service offering AI-powered daily guidance, personalized health insights, behavior change modules, and exclusive content for sleep, nutrition, and activity.
• Body Scan
• Body Comp
• Body Smart
• BodyFit
• ScanWatch
• BeamO
• U-Scan
• Lingo
• BPM Connect / BPM Vision
• Withings Health Solutions

Products and services

• Body Scan Premium smart scale with segmental body composition (5 zones), 6-lead ECG with AFib detection, Vascular Age, and Electrodermal Activity Score for nerve health; 40+ biomarkers. FDA-cleared for medical-grade ECG.
• BodyFit Segmental body composition scale with retractable handle electrodes for independent arm, leg, torso, and abdomen measurements using BIS technology with 13 frequencies up to 800 kHz; 99% DEXA correlation; 6-zone analysis targeting GLP-1 users.
• Body Comp Advanced smart scale with multi-frequency bioimpedance analysis, visceral fat, Vascular Age, Standing Heart Rate, and Electrodermal Activity Score; 30+ biomarkers.
• Body Smart Entry-level smart scale with 2-frequency bioimpedance body composition (fat, muscle, bone, hydration, visceral fat), Standing Heart Rate, and BMR tracking; 20+ biomarkers.
• ScanWatch Nova Brilliant Premium hybrid smartwatch with sapphire glass, stainless/titanium case, ceramic bezel, 39mm dial, 35-day battery, ECG, blood oxygen, temperature tracking, sleep analysis, and 6-day workout tracking.
• ScanWatch Nova Hybrid smartwatch with 42mm stainless steel case, ceramic bezel, sapphire glass, 35-day battery, ECG, blood oxygen, 24/7 temperature tracking, sleep analysis, 10 ATM water resistance; includes 2 wristbands.
• ScanWatch 2 Hybrid smartwatch available in 38mm and 42mm with sapphire glass and stainless steel case; ECG, blood oxygen, temperature, sleep, HRV monitoring, and 40+ automatic workout detection; 35-day battery life.
• ScanWatch Light Entry-level hybrid smartwatch with 37mm dial, Gorilla glass, 30-day battery, step tracking, sleep analysis, heart rate, and cycle tracking.
• BPM Connect Connected blood pressure monitor with clinically validated technology for home use; stores readings and syncs via Bluetooth to the Withings app.
• BPM Vision Advanced blood pressure monitor with clinical accuracy, OLED display, and Wi-Fi connectivity; FSA/HSA eligible.
• BeamO FDA-cleared multi-sensor health device combining ECG, contactless thermometer, pulse oximeter (SpO2), and digital stethoscope functions for at-home vital sign monitoring and telemedicine.
• U-Scan Calci Toilet-embedded urine lab cartridge for proactive kidney health monitoring, analyzing calcium and other urinary biomarkers; part of U-Scan ecosystem with device plus cartridge subscription.
• U-Scan Nutrio Toilet-embedded urine lab cartridge for nutrition tracking and metabolic health monitoring, measuring Vitamin C, ketones, and other nutritional biomarkers.
• Sleep Analyzer Contactless under-mattress sleep tracking pad monitoring sleep stages, breathing patterns, and sleep apnea indicators; clinically validated for sleep-wake detection accuracy.
• Lingo Biosensor Continuous glucose monitoring biosensor worn on the arm for 24/7 glucose tracking, integrated into the Withings app ecosystem through the Abbott partnership for metabolic health monitoring.
• Withings+ Premium subscription service offering AI-powered daily health guidance, Health Improvement Score, Readiness Indicator, personalized insights, Cardio Check-Up with cardiologist review, habit builders, and exclusive content; $9.95/month or $99.50/year.
• Withings Health Solutions B2B health monitoring solutions for healthcare professionals and providers, including remote patient monitoring programs, clinical-grade device integration, and enterprise health data management.

Quantifiable outcome

• 87% of Withings users confirm products actively improved their well-being and lifestyle
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

Yes

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration12 records

AI capability5 records

Feature7 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered flagship, minor and core.

• SamsungflagshipGTM or Marketing Partner · 4 May 2026Strategic partnership integrating Samsung Health and Withings ecosystems. Samsung Galaxy Watch purchases (Ultra, Watch8 Classic, Watch8, Watch7) include complimentary Withings Body Smart scale ($129.95 value) from May 4 to July 19, 2026. Enables two-way data sync allowing users to view weight, body composition, and step data across both platforms for comprehensive health tracking.
• Dune HealthminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 13 March 2026Sleep Care Solution partnership enhancing sleep apnea diagnosis through telemedicine. Withings sleep tracker data feeds into Dune Health platform for clinical interpretation and diagnosis support.
• MedStar HealthcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 15 February 2026MedStar Health launched concierge medicine service 'Signature by MedStar Health' in Maryland utilizing Withings health devices for remote patient monitoring. Partnership aims to enhance personalized care through connected blood pressure monitors and scales, integrating digital health tools to support quicker health issue identification.
• Abbott (Lingo)flagshipTechnology or Integration · 6 January 2026Integration of Abbott's Lingo over-the-counter continuous glucose monitoring biosensor into Withings app ecosystem, allowing users to track glucose data alongside other health biomarkers. Lingo CGMs available for $89 for two biosensors on Withings US website. Direct API integration planned for Q1 2026 with access through Apple Health Kit and Health Connect by Android.
• FayminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 25 November 2025Partnership connecting Fay's network of dietitians with Withings+ app users, allowing booking of free initial consultations with nutrition experts. Integrates personalized nutrition services into Withings health ecosystem.
• 8fitminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 2 February 2022Acquired Berlin-based fitness startup offering digital fitness, mindfulness, and nutrition platform with over 30 million users. Deal involved Withings expansion into digital fitness sector.
• Impeto MedicalcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAcquired French medical device company specializing in devices for detecting and monitoring peripheral neuropathies. Includes FDA-approved Sudoscan technology for electrodermal assessment, integrated into Withings Body Scan and Body Comp smart scales.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights7 records

Direct peers

• Fitbit (Google): Direct competitor offering connected fitness trackers and smartwatches with health monitoring features (heart rate, sleep, ECG). Acquired by Google in 2021, now integrated with Pixel Watch, competing head-to-head with Withings' ScanWatch and body composition devices.
• Garmin: Direct peer in connected fitness wearables with smartwatches offering advanced health metrics (heart rate, sleep, Body Battery, advanced running dynamics). Garmin's broader sports focus overlaps with Withings' professional athlete and fitness-tracking segments.
• Oura: Direct competitor in premium consumer health wearables with the Oura Ring measuring sleep, readiness, heart rate, and body temperature. Competes for the same health-conscious, design-focused consumer segment as Withings ScanWatch Nova.
• Omron Healthcare: Direct peer in connected blood pressure monitors (BPM Connect/BPM Vision category leader) and broader home health devices. Competes directly with Withings' blood pressure monitor line in retail and clinical channels.
• Whoop: Direct peer in subscription-based wearable health tracking with Whoop strap measuring strain, recovery, sleep, and heart health. Competes with Withings for athletes and health-conscious consumers willing to pay recurring fees for health insights.
• Polar: Direct competitor in heart rate monitoring wearables, fitness watches, and cycling computers. Withings integrates with Polar but also competes in the pro-athlete and fitness enthusiast segments where Polar has historical strength.
• iHealth Labs: Direct competitor in connected home health devices including blood pressure monitors, smart scales, and glucose meters. Competes with Withings in the consumer health device retail channel and FSA/HSA eligible product segment.

Broad incumbents

• Apple (Apple Watch): Broad incumbent with Apple Watch ecosystem including FDA-cleared ECG, blood oxygen, sleep apnea detection, and deep Apple Health integration. Largest competitor in the consumer health wearable category where Withings competes.
• Samsung: Broad incumbent with Galaxy Watch line featuring FDA-cleared sleep apnea detection and BioActive Sensor. Strategic partner to Withings via Samsung Health integration and Galaxy Watch+Body Smart bundle promotion.

Others

• Withings Health Solutions (B2B division peer: Vivify Health): Comparable enterprise remote patient monitoring platform competing against Withings Health Solutions for healthcare provider and payer RPM contracts. Both offer device integration, clinical workflows, and population health data for chronic condition management.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance5 records

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Profiles3 records

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds4 records

Investors9 records

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M&A4 records

Investments

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