The Neko scan — Spotify for longevity — is designed to be fast, convenient, and cool. But is it worth $499?
I tried Daniel Ek's $499 Neko Health body scan. It's fast and impressive, but I'd spend the money differently.
The Neko Health scan, priced at $499, is a high-tech health checkup aimed at tracking various aspects of a person's body to prevent skin cancer and monitor heart health. The service, launched in Stockholm in 2023 and London in 2024, is set to expand to the US with its first location in New York City's SoHo. Neko's process involves a body scan, blood work, circulation tests, heart health checks, and an eye pressure exam, with results delivered within an hour and reviewed by a doctor.
While the experience is engaging and tech-forward, it's not significantly different from a standard annual preventive checkup, costing the same or more. However, Neko's user-friendly approach and personalized results may encourage patients to make lifestyle changes, potentially making it worth the investment for some individuals.
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