Read our full review of the Ora Ring 4.
If you’d prefer a more vague sleep tracker, smart rings are the answer. Taking the shape and design of a classic ring band, they hide the technology inside. Of all the smart rings we tested, the Ora Ring 4 is the best. It doesn’t look too clunky as it’s thin for a smart ring, yet it’s still thicker than your average ring.
Ora’s holistic sleep data approach focuses on long-term patterns and how they impact overall health. If you’re interested in understanding your health beyond sleep, the Ora Ring may be a better fit than other options, as it has several partnerships with other health tech brands like Clue or Natural Cycles.
If you’re interested in gentle recommendations and long-term insights, the Ora Ring is a worthy investment.
While Whoop is all about using data to maximize physical performance, Ora combines health metrics with a compassionate approach.
We tested Whoop and Ora Ring 4 together. The sleep data was almost identical, ensuring that accuracy won’t vary much between different devices. Where they differ is in how they provide information. Whoop’s recommendations have a sense of urgency, putting pressure on you to make changes quickly to maintain your physical performance. However, Ora’s suggestions are very soft, not pushing any agenda.
Ora also provides data that is invested into long-term health understanding. In the Oura app, which just got a redesign, under the “My Health” tab, there’s a whole section on sleep health that provides information on your sleep routine and chronology. Chronotype requires 90 days of continuous use to calibrate and present your sleep profile, for example, whether you are a morning or night person. Although these tools are helpful, they take a long time to calculate, which may not be ideal if you want to get information quickly.
It previously had the best battery life among sleep trackers, until Whoop MG became popular with its 14-day battery life. Still, the Oura’s six- to seven-day battery life is impressive.
The ring itself is comfortable, with a smooth finish that doesn’t cut into the fingers. To ensure a comfortable fit, it is recommended to purchase a sizing kit and wear a sample for 24 hours. This is especially helpful if your fingers swell at night, which can affect your overall comfort. Not to mention, it’s much more attractive than the Whoop, with a design that blends into your personal style rather than looking like a bad fitness tracker.