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Smart ring

Oura Ring 4

Silver finish, plus Oura Membership billed separately

$349US price, checked Oct 13, 2026

Oura's previous-generation smart ring, with the membership billed separately

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Smart ring

RingConn Gen 2 Air

Galaxy Silver, sizes 6 to 14 (or 'Don't know my size' with the free sizing kit), charging dock included

$199US price, checked Oct 13, 2026

Subscription-free $199 smart ring with up to 10 days of battery

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Criterion	Oura Ring 4	RingConn Gen 2 Air
US price	$349Checked Oct 13, 2026 · Price details in the review	$199Checked Oct 13, 2026 · Price details in the review
Three-year ownership estimate	$558.97 Incomplete known subtotal. Not included: energy use.	$199 Incomplete known subtotal. Not included: energy use.
Choose if	You want Oura's sleep, heart-rate and temperature-trend tracking in the previous-generation ring and don't need Ring 5's smaller size.	You want overnight sleep, HRV and temperature trends from a ring for under $200, with nothing more to pay each year.
Main trade-off	You pay a yearly membership for full features, and Oura says Ring 5 is 40% smaller with greater accuracy and battery power.	It has no sleep apnea monitoring or charging case, and RingConn takes returns within 14 days only for a reason such as a defect or the wrong color.
Key specifications	Battery life: 5 to 8 days. A charge typically takes 20 to 80 minutes, depending on battery level. Oura says battery life and longevity depend on ring size, app settings and feature configuration Sensors: Red and infrared LEDs for blood oxygen. Green and infrared LEDs for heart rate, heart rate variability and respiration rate. A digital temperature sensor and an accelerometer Membership: $5.99 a month or $69.99 a year in the US, before tax. New members get the first month free. The ring has limited functionality without it Water resistance: Up to 100 m (328 ft) Compatibility: iOS and Android Connectivity: Bluetooth Low Energy, with airplane mode support. Firmware updates come through the Oura App. Oura lists the ring as FCC-certified Weight: 3.3 to 5.2 g depending on size	Battery life: Up to 10 days on a full charge, depending on ring size. Magnetic charging on the included wired dock takes about 90 minutes to full. Unlike the Gen 2, it comes with a dock, not a charging case Sensors and metrics: The page doesn't list sensor types. The FAQ says the ring continuously monitors heart rate, SpO2, body temperature, sleep, steps and exercise calories. Its comparison table shows 24/7 HRV and skin temperature too. The page also covers sleep stages, workouts, a Stress Score and cycle predictions. The FAQ says it doesn't include sleep apnea monitoring Subscription: None. The page's comparison table lists the Gen 2 Air subscription fee as 'Free' FDA clearance: None claimed. The product page makes no FDA claim and doesn't say whether the ring is a medical device Sizes and weight: Sizes 6 to 14, plus 'Don't know my size' with a free sizing kit. 6.8 mm wide, 2 mm thick, 2.5 to 4 g. RingConn says Gen 2 and Gen 2 Air share the same sizes and sizing kit Water resistance and operating range: IP68, to 100 m (328 ft). Working temperature 32°F to 104°F (0°C to 40°C) Data and compatibility: Stores 5 to 7 days of data offline. The ring uses Bluetooth 5.0. It works with iOS 17.0 or later and Android 10.0 or later, on phones with Bluetooth 4.0 or above. The FAQ says data transmission, storage and analysis are encrypted and processed on AWS servers in the UK US import status: Not barred. An August 2025 US International Trade Commission (ITC) order barred imports of RingConn rings that infringe an Oura patent. RingConn then settled with Oura and licensed the patent, so in December 2025 the ITC removed RingConn from the order
Exact variant	Silver finish, plus Oura Membership billed separately	Galaxy Silver, sizes 6 to 14 (or 'Don't know my size' with the free sizing kit), charging dock included
Dimensions	7.90 mm wide and 2.88 mm thick. It weighs 3.3 to 5.2 g, depending on ring size.	6.8 mm wide and 2 mm thick, weighing 2.5 to 4 g depending on ring size. RingConn's page doesn't give the inner diameter of each size.
Installation	No installation. It pairs with the Oura app on iOS or Android. It charges on the included size-specific charger with a USB-C cable. Oura offers a free sizing kit with plastic sizers before you order.	No installation. If you don't know your size, choose the free sizing kit ('Don't know my size') when you order. RingConn says it sends the kit before the ring ships, and that it arrives in 3 to 8 days, depending on location. It suggests wearing the sizing ring for at least 24 hours, including overnight, then submitting your size under 'My Orders'. If you're between sizes, it recommends the smaller one or sending RingConn photos and videos. The ring works with iOS 17.0 or later and Android 10.0 or later. Each account pairs with one ring at a time. In the box are the ring, a charging dock, a Type-C cable, and an instruction manual and quick start guide.
Materials	The inner and outer surfaces are titanium, and the interior has no seams. Oura says minor scratches from regular wear are normal.	Titanium steel with a PVD coating and medical-grade epoxy resin. The FAQ contrasts this with the titanium used for the Gen 2.
Warranty	A 1-year protection plan is included with purchase. The product page offers upgrades to 2 years for $45 or 3 years for $60.	RingConn's Return & Refund Policy gives one year from delivery outside the EEA, which includes the US, and two years in EEA countries. It will repair, replace or refund if a defect in its workmanship causes the damage. Claims go to RingConn with proof of purchase. The warranty excludes improper or negligent use, maintenance contrary to instructions, normal wear and tear and accidental damage. The policy calls rechargeable batteries consumables with a limited lifespan and leaves battery replacement out of the standard warranty. The warranty transfers to later owners. The Gen 2 Air page itself carries no warranty text.
Returns	If you bought the ring directly from Oura's online store, you can return it within 30 days of receiving the order. It has to be fully functional and undamaged, and come back with the charger and USB-C cable. Ring sets can't be partly returned. Exchanges are only for a different size of the same ring, and each item can be returned or exchanged once. Refunds go to the original payment method, but original shipping and handling aren't refunded. Rings bought from other retailers follow that retailer's policy. Oura's return FAQ says to cancel the membership when you return a ring. The Ring 4 Silver product page says canceling doesn't entitle you to a full or pro-rated refund of fees you've paid. Warranty replacements can't be returned for a refund.	Only rings bought directly from RingConn.com qualify. You have to request a return within 14 calendar days of delivery, and you need a valid reason. The policy lists a defect or damage on delivery, a color that doesn't match your order, or a product that differs significantly from its description. The ring must be in its original condition, unopened and unused. Once a return is approved, you have 14 days to send it back. You pay return shipping, and shipping, handling and tax aren't refunded. The exception is a defect, damage or non-conformity you reported with photos in advance. No restocking fee is stated, but RingConn may deduct for damage, wear or missing parts. Refunds go to the original payment method within 30 calendar days of RingConn receiving the ring or proof of return, whichever comes first. Sizing kits can't be returned, and canceling after the kit ships costs $10. For a different size or color, the policy recommends returning the ring and placing a new order.
Unresolved questions	Who pays return shipping, which Oura's return FAQ doesn't say How long Oura will keep selling and supporting Ring 4 now that Ring 5 is on sale How accurately Ring 4 itself stages sleep against polysomnography Battery lifespan, out-of-warranty replacement cost and charging power draw The FDA regulatory status of Ring 4 features, which the pages checked didn't confirm	Which sensors the ring uses, since the page doesn't list them Independent, peer-reviewed accuracy data for Gen 2 Air against polysomnography, ECG or pulse oximetry Whether RingConn counts a poor fit as a valid reason for a return or exchange Shipping cost, which the Gen 2 Air page doesn't state Battery lifespan, out-of-warranty repair or battery cost, and the dock's power draw Whether RingConn regards Gen 2 Air as a medical device, since the product page doesn't say How long RingConn will keep the app's features free and keep supporting Gen 2 Air

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