I tried the Best Smart Rings of 2025!

Summary

In this video, the creator compares four popular smart rings—the Oura Ring 4, Samsung Galaxy Ring, Ringcon Gen 2, and Ultra Human Ring—after using them for over a month. The review covers design, comfort, battery life, sensor performance, and app usability. The Oura Ring 4 stands out for its design and sleep tracking accuracy, while the Ringcon Gen 2 excels in battery life and consistency. The Ultra Human Ring and Samsung Galaxy Ring offer unique features but fall short in certain areas. Ultimately, the video helps viewers make an informed decision based on personal needs and preferences.

Takeaways

• 😀 The video compares four popular smart rings (Aura Ring 4, Samsung Galaxy Ring, Ultra Human Ring Air, Ringcon Gen 2) with the Apple Watch 10, focusing on design, comfort, battery life, sensor accuracy, and app features.
• 😀 All the smart rings are comfortable to wear, especially for sleep, with rings generally preferred over watches for nighttime use.
• 😀 The Aura Ring 4 and Samsung Galaxy Ring have protrusions to ensure better sensor accuracy by keeping the ring properly positioned on the finger.
• 😀 The Ringcon Gen 2 has the best battery life, lasting up to 5 days and offering up to 10 recharges from its case.
• 😀 The Aura Ring 4 lasts up to 6 days, while the Galaxy Ring lasts about 5 days and the Ultra Human Ring initially lasts only 1-3 days but improves after a few charges.
• 😀 Battery charging cases are a notable feature, with the Samsung Galaxy Ring offering an indicator to show battery levels and charging the ring once, while the Ringcon Gen 2 case can charge the ring up to 10 times.
• 😀 Step counting accuracy varies between the rings. The Apple Watch 10 is the most reliable, with the Aura Ring 4 being the closest in terms of consistency in step counting.
• 😀 Sleep tracking accuracy also varies, with the Aura Ring 4 being the most consistent in replicating the Apple Watch's results, particularly in deep sleep analysis.
• 😀 The apps for each smart ring differ greatly. The Aura Ring app is the most detailed but requires a subscription, while the Ringcon app is simpler but doesn't require a subscription.
• 😀 The Samsung Galaxy Ring app is the least feature-rich and lacks some essential functionalities like heart rate variability tracking, making it less desirable.
• 😀 The Ultra Human Ring is a solid choice for design and improved battery life but is priced higher without offering significant advantages over the other rings.

Q & A

Which smart rings are compared in the video?

The video compares the Aura Ring 4, Samsung Galaxy Ring, Ultra Human Ring Air, and Ringcon Gen 2. It also briefly compares these against the Apple Watch 10.

What is the main reason the presenter prefers wearing smart rings over watches?

The presenter prefers smart rings over watches mainly due to the comfort they offer, especially during sleep, as wearing a ring is more comfortable than wearing a watch.

Which smart ring has the most noticeable design feature?

The Aura Ring 4 has the most noticeable design feature with its thicker build and indicator underneath, which helps improve the sensor's placement on the finger for more accurate readings.

What issue did the presenter face with the durability of the smart rings?

The presenter noticed that the rings, particularly the Aura Ring and Samsung Galaxy Ring, tend to get scratched and lose their color over time due to regular wear and contact with metal or other surfaces.

Which smart ring has the best battery life?

The Ringcon Gen 2 has the best battery life, lasting up to 10 times longer with its charging case, compared to the others which have simpler charging solutions.

How did the battery life of the different smart rings compare?

The Aura Ring 4 lasts up to 6 days, the Galaxy Ring lasts about 5 days, the Ringcon Gen 2 lasts the longest with 5 days and 52% remaining, and the Ultra Human Ring lasted poorly initially but then averaged 5 days.

Which smart ring performed the best in step counting tests?

In the step counting test, the Galaxy Ring performed the best, even outperforming the Apple Watch in some cases, though the Aura Ring, Ringcon Gen 2, and Ultra Human Ring all showed some discrepancies.

How do the smart rings perform in calorie counting?

The Aura Ring 4 was the closest to the Apple Watch in calorie counting, while the Galaxy Ring, Ultra Human, and Ringcon Gen 2 had varying levels of accuracy, with the Ultra Human Ring performing inconsistently.

Which smart ring app is considered the best?

The Aura Ring app is considered the best due to its comprehensive features, detailed insights, and useful tracking options. However, it requires a subscription for full access.

What is the main issue with the Samsung Galaxy Ring app?

The main issue with the Samsung Galaxy Ring app is that it is too basic, lacks detailed analysis and comparisons, and does not work on iPhones, limiting its user base.

Which smart ring is the most affordable and recommended for first-time users?

The Ringcon Gen 2 is the most affordable option and is recommended for first-time users, as it offers good performance without requiring a subscription and is the best option for those who are new to smart rings.