Not sure what your BMR or metabolic age reading actually means, or how to get the whole household set up on one scale?
This guide walks through setup, the interactive tools, and the metrics that come up most for the Withings Body Smart.
WHAT'S INSIDE
> First-Time Setup
Covers battery installation, downloading the app, Wi-Fi pairing, and your first weigh-in, along with what's included in the box and an overview of the scale's hardware.
> Getting to Know the Withings App
Covers the dashboard, history views, goal-setting, and connecting with other health apps.
> Understanding Body Composition
A body metrics interpreter breaks down the metrics Body Smart measures through its electrode-based platform, including body fat, muscle mass, water percentage, bone mass, and visceral fat.
> BMR & Metabolic Age
A BMR and metabolic age explainer covers what the scale's resting calorie burn estimate means and how metabolic age compares that figure to others in your age range.
> Standing Heart Rate
Explains what the standing heart rate reading captured at each weigh-in reflects.
> Tracking Weight Trends
A weight trend analyzer looks at recent daily weigh-ins to surface a trend rather than reacting to any single day's number.
> Setting Up Multiple Users & Modes
A multi-user setup wizard walks through adding up to 8 household members, alongside Athlete, Pregnancy, Baby, and Eyes-Closed modes.
> Troubleshooting & Customizing the Display
A Wi-Fi troubleshooter addresses sync issues, and a display customizer covers adjusting what shows on the scale's screen.
KEY FEATURES
- 6 interactive tools covering body metrics, BMR and metabolic age, weight trends, multi-user setup, Wi-Fi troubleshooting, and display customization
- 8 general reference topics, including how Body Smart compares to Body Comp, plus 8 step-by-step manual chapters covering hardware through app interface
- Covers the Withings Body Smart scale and its Withings app, compatible with Wi-Fi and Bluetooth sync
- All content and interactive tools work fully offline - no internet connection needed
SAFETY NOTICE
This guide is for informational purposes only. Body composition, BMR, and heart rate readings are general wellness indicators, not a medical diagnosis. For any health concerns, always consult a healthcare professional.
DISCLAIMER
This is an independent, unofficial guide for educational purposes, made for fans and enthusiasts.
Not affiliated with or endorsed by Withings or any of its subsidiaries. All product names and trademarks belong to their respective owners.
Body metrics, BMR & multi-user setup guide for withings body smart