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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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Our all-round ring pick

Oura Ring 5

Silver finish, whole sizes 6 to 13 chosen with the Ring 5 sizing kit, plus Oura Membership

$399US price, checked Oct 13, 2026

Compact titanium sleep ring that needs a paid membership

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Criterion	RingConn Gen 2 Air	Oura Ring 5
US price	$199Checked Oct 13, 2026 · Price details in the review	$399Checked Oct 13, 2026 · Price details in the review
Three-year ownership estimate	$199 Incomplete known subtotal. Not included: energy use.	$608.97 Incomplete known subtotal. Not included: energy use.
Choose if	You want overnight sleep, HRV and temperature trends from a ring for under $200, with nothing more to pay each year.	You wear a whole ring size from 6 to 13, want sleep staging and readiness scores without a wrist device, and will keep paying for membership.
Main trade-off	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.	Without a membership the app shows only three daily scores, and Ring 5 stores three days of data, compared with seven on Ring 4.
Key specifications	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	Battery life: Up to 6 to 9 days, depending on ring size and usage. About 80 minutes to charge, depending on battery level Sensors: Red, green and infrared LEDs with 2 photodetectors, plus a temperature sensor and an accelerometer Membership: $5.99 a month or $69.99 a year (US, before tax). New members get the first month included, but adding a ring to an existing account doesn't add another free month Sizes: Whole sizes 6 to 13 only. The Ring 5 sizing kit is required, since Ring 4 sizing differs Water resistance: 100 m (328 ft), IP68. Oura says it's not for diving On-ring data storage: Up to 3 days (up to 7 days on Ring 4) Compatibility: iOS and Android, over Bluetooth 5.0
Exact variant	Galaxy Silver, sizes 6 to 14 (or 'Don't know my size' with the free sizing kit), charging dock included	Silver finish, whole sizes 6 to 13 chosen with the Ring 5 sizing kit, plus Oura Membership
Dimensions	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.	6.09 mm wide and 2.28 mm thick, with a 0.7 mm sensor dome. Weight starts at 2 g, depending on ring size.
Installation	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.	No installation. Choose your size with the Ring 5 sizing kit, wearing it for at least 24 hours first. Oura says the index finger gives the best accuracy. Then pair the ring with the Oura App on iOS or Android.
Materials	Titanium steel with a PVD coating and medical-grade epoxy resin. The FAQ contrasts this with the titanium used for the Gen 2.	The inner and outer surfaces are titanium, and the inside has no seams. Oura says every finish has a super-hard PVD coating for scratch resistance. This review covers the Silver finish.
Warranty	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.	A 1-year protection plan comes with the ring. The Silver product page offers upgrades to 2 years for $45 or 3 years for $60. The product page doesn't say what the plan covers, such as battery wear, scratches or loss. Oura's return FAQ says warranty replacements can't be returned or refunded.
Returns	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.	Oura's general Return & Exchange FAQs let you return an order within 30 days of receiving it. Items must be fully functional and undamaged. A ring set has to come back with the ring, charger and USB-C cable. Each item can be returned or exchanged once, and ring exchanges are only for a different size of the same ring. Refunds go to the original payment method, but original shipping, handling and customs fees aren't refunded. Rings bought from other retailers go back through that retailer. Oura says to cancel the membership in the app or Membership Hub when you return a ring, so the charges don't continue.
Unresolved questions	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	What the included 1-year protection plan covers, such as battery wear, scratches or loss The Charging Case's price Whether the two-photodetector design changes heart-rate or sleep-staging accuracy compared with Ring 4 How accurate the ring itself is: the studies behind Oura's accuracy figures were published in 2020 and 2021, before Ring 5 Battery lifespan and replacement options The charger's power draw

These comparisons use published specifications, not head-to-head tests. Prices and terms are dated. Unknown costs are not zero. Check the exact variant before you buy.