Oura Ring 5 review: a big step for smart rings

Smaller, lasts longer and is easier to wear, the new Oura ring is a top choice for tracking your health.

Published 30 June 2026 176 words
TECHNOLOGY A2
Oura Ring 5 review: a big step for smart rings

The new Oura Ring 5 is much better than older smart rings. It is now smaller and lighter, almost like a normal ring you might wear every day. It is comfortable and you can forget you are wearing it.

The Ring 5 costs £399 and you also need to pay £5.99 each month for the app. This app helps you see your health information.

This new ring is 40% smaller than the last one. It is only a little over 6mm wide and very light. It feels much smaller than other smart rings. It is easy to wear and does not catch on things.

The ring tracks your heart rate, breathing, and body temperature. It also tracks your sleep and how active you are. This helps you understand your overall health. It is a good alternative to a bulky smartwatch.

The ring is made of titanium and comes in six colours. It is strong and does not scratch easily. You can choose from eight sizes. It is important to find the right size so it fits well and collects the best data.

The battery lasts longer now, about six to nine days on one charge. This is a great improvement. The Oura app gives you detailed information and helpful advice about your health. It can help you see how well you are sleeping and resting.

Vocabulary

smart rings — Small computers worn on the finger that can track health information and connect to phones.
comfortable — Easy to wear and not causing any pain or difficulty.
tracks — Follows and records information about something, like your body's functions.
overall health — The general state of your physical and mental well-being.
titanium — A strong, light, and silver-coloured metal used to make things like rings and airplanes.
detailed information — A lot of specific facts and data about something.

Discussion Questions

  1. What makes the Oura Ring 5 a 'big step' for smart rings?
  2. What are the costs associated with the Oura Ring 5?
  3. How does the Oura Ring 5 help users understand their health?

Based on an article from The Guardian.

Read the original article