Verdict
Head-to-head · Best Smart Scales

Etekcity HR Smart Fitness Scale vs Withings Body Comp Smart Scale

Which is the better buy? Side-by-side on rating, price, strengths, and watch-outs — with the published ratings we averaged to get there.

The short answer

Etekcity HR Smart Fitness Scale comes out ahead by a clear margin (4.4 vs 3.9). The gap is mostly about users wanting detailed metrics — read the strengths below before deciding.

Etekcity HR Smart Fitness Scale
Higher ratedRanked #1 in Best Smart Scales
Etekcity HR Smart Fitness Scale
$80as of Apr 25

The Etekcity HR Smart Fitness Scale offers comprehensive body composition tracking with features like body fat percentage and muscle mass readings. PCMag reviewers noted its reliable Bluetooth syncing and detailed health metrics, though some users reported intermittent app connectivity issues. CNET highlighted the scale's clear display and multi-metric capabilities, but also mentioned concerns about battery longevity. This product is ideal for users seeking detailed fitness data but may not suit those prioritizing long battery life or flawless app performance.

Strengths
  • Measures multiple health metrics including weight, BMI, body fat percentage, muscle mass, and water percentage
  • Syncs data seamlessly with smartphone apps via Bluetooth connectivity
  • Provides detailed body composition analysis with a 12-point body fat scale
Watch-outs
  • App syncing can be inconsistent and occasionally drops connection
  • Battery life is reported to be short, requiring frequent replacements
Withings Body Comp Smart Scale
Ranked #3 in Best Smart Scales
Withings Body Comp Smart Scale
$189as of Apr 25

The Withings Body Comp is a feature-rich smart scale that captures extensive body composition data including muscle, fat, and bone mass, plus heart rate and vascular age metrics. iMore praised its sleek design and comprehensive health insights, though noted the need for a subscription for full functionality. Tom's Guide called it a 'beautiful-looking smart scale' capable of delivering more measurements than most users will need. It's best suited for health-conscious individuals seeking detailed metrics, but those on a budget or with minimal health tracking needs may find alternatives more cost-effective.

Strengths
  • Measures up to 20+ body composition metrics including muscle mass, fat mass, and bone mass
  • Features a good-sized color screen that displays multiple health insights at once
  • Includes standing heart rate and vascular age tracking for cardiovascular health monitoring
Watch-outs
  • Full Withings Health+ experience requires a paid subscription
  • Expensive at $189.95, placing it in the premium smart scale category

How they stack up

Etekcity HR Smart Fitness Scale

While the Etekcity HR Smart Fitness Scale provides detailed body composition metrics and clear display, it lacks the RGB lighting and compact design of the Renpho Elis Chroma Aspire Smart Scale. Compared to the Withings Body Comp, it offers fewer body composition metrics and doesn't include cardiovascular health tracking or nerve health assessment.

Withings Body Comp Smart Scale

The Withings Body Comp offers more comprehensive body composition metrics than the Wyze Scale X, Etekcity HR Smart Fitness Scale, and Renpho Elis Chroma Aspire Smart Scale, but it's significantly more expensive and requires a subscription. Compared to the Withings Body Smart, it provides more detailed health insights but lacks the manual user registration convenience.

Specs side-by-side

SpecEtekcity HR Smart Fitness ScaleWithings Body Comp Smart Scale
ConnectivityBluetoothWi-Fi, Bluetooth
Weight Capacity400 lb200kg (440lb)
MetricsWeight, BMI, body fat, muscle, waterBody composition, heart rate, vascular age, nerve health
Users SupportedUnlimitedUp to 8
Battery TypeNot specified4 x AAA
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