Is the Oura Ring 5 worth it over a smartwatch?

If you mainly want sleep, recovery and stress data without a screen on your wrist, yes. A smartwatch gives you a display, GPS and on-demand heart rate, which the ring does not.

Do I need a subscription to use it?

The ring records data without one, but the detailed scores, insights and Oura Advisor need a paid membership. Budget for that ongoing cost.

How is it different from the Oura Ring 4?

The Ring 5 is smaller and lighter, with the same core sleep and health tracking plus the Advisor AI. Upgrading mainly buys comfort and a slimmer profile.

How do I pick the right size?

Use Oura's sizing kit and wear the sample for a full day, since fingers swell. A loose or tight fit hurts sensor accuracy.

What comes in the box?

The ring, a size-specific standard charger and a USB-C cable. No wall adapter is included.

Does it work with iPhone and Android?

Yes, the Oura app runs on both iOS and Android, and it connects to apps like Strava, Flo and Natural Cycles.

Where is the Oura Ring 5 Smart Ring Size 10 - Black cheapest?

At Best Buy, for $399.00, as of our latest check.

Where can I buy the Oura Ring 5 Smart Ring Size 10 - Black?

3 stores we checked sell it, including Best Buy, Walmart, Ulta Beauty.

Oura Ring 5 Smart Ring Size 10 - Black Price History: Lowest $399.00

What reviewers say

Owners praise the Oura Ring 5 for being nearly unnoticeable on the finger and for sleep and readiness data that is easy to act on. Complaints center on the subscription needed for the best features and on battery life that falls short of wrist trackers.

What people mention

ComfortPraisedOwners say the ring is so thin and light they forget it is on, even overnight.
Sleep trackingPraisedReviewers find the sleep and readiness scores clear and useful for adjusting routines.
SubscriptionCriticisedMany complain that the most useful insights sit behind a paid membership.
BatteryCriticisedOwners report charging more often than they expected from a wrist tracker.
FitMixedFinger swelling changes how snug the ring sits, which some say affects comfort and readings.

From Ulta Beauty

Remarkably thin and light smart ring—the smallest smart ring ever made
40% smaller and ultra lightweight
Designed to look and feel like a regular ring
Tracks over 50 health metrics including sleep, activity, stress, heart health, metabolic health and women's health
Integrates with over 40 apps including Natural Cycles, Flo and Strava
Oura Advisor AI provides guidance toward better sleep, energy and weight goals

Sizes: 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13
Sizing: Oura Ring 5 requires unique sizing different from standard jewelry rings; use the Oura Ring 5 Sizing Kit to find your perfect fit before purchasing.
Shipping: Online only; free standard shipping over threshold; usually ships in 24 hours; cannot be shipped via air.
In the box: Oura Ring 5, Size-specific standard charger, USB-C cable

About the Oura Ring 5 Smart Ring Size 10 - Black

The Oura Ring 5 is a smart ring in black, shown here in size 10. It is thin and light, and it is designed to look and feel like a regular ring.

The ring tracks over 50 health metrics, including sleep, activity, stress, heart health, metabolic health and women's health. It integrates with over 40 apps, including Natural Cycles, Flo and Strava. Oura Advisor AI offers guidance toward better sleep, energy and weight goals.

Oura Ring 5 uses its own sizing, which differs from standard jewelry ring sizes. The Oura Ring 5 Sizing Kit can be used to find the right fit.

Color: Black
Size: 10
Sizes offered: 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13
Tracking: Sleep, activity, stress, heart health, metabolic health, women's health
App integrations: Over 40, including Natural Cycles, Flo and Strava
Sizing: Differs from standard ring sizes; sizing kit available
In the box: Oura Ring 5, size-specific standard charger, USB-C cable