Founded in Finland in 2013, Oura is a health technology company that’s best known for the Oura Ring.
The device is a smart ring that uses sensors to track a variety of health metrics, which are available to view on the company’s Oura app.
Unlike other fitness trackers that simply display your data, Oura generates daily scores to provide a quick glimpse into the following health habits:
- activity
- readiness
- sleep
For example, the activity score measures how active you’ve been over the past week and includes factors such as:
- workouts logged
- steps
- calories burned
- inactivity
- naps
It also takes into account how many times you’ve achieved your daily activity goals.
The sleep score is where Oura Ring stands out from other trackers on the market, as it uses the following data to measure the quality of your sleep:
- time spent in light, deep, and REM sleep
- resting heart rate
- heart rate variability
- number of breaths per minute (respiratory rate)
- body temperature
- nighttime movement
Currently, the Oura Ring is one of the few sleep trackers that measures both your body temperature and heart rate variability.
While more research is needed on heart rate variability — the variation measured in milliseconds between each heartbeat — it is a good indicator of sleep quality (
Curious about the readiness score? This number indicates how ready you are to take on the day’s stressors using factors like your
- recent resting heart rate
- body temperature
- physical activity level
Furthermore, you can click on each metric to view daily, weekly, and monthly graphs of how your scores have been trending over time.
Keep in mind that the Oura Ring is not a medical device designed to cure, treat, monitor, or prevent diseases. Instead, it aims to identify areas of improvement and highlight patterns in your health, which may indicate the need to seek advice from a healthcare professional.
The Oura Ring 3 is made of durable titanium and is available in four colors, including:
- silver
- black
- stealth
- gold
Depending on the size, the ring weighs 0.1–0.2 ounces (oz), or 4–6 grams (g) — lighter than the average wedding band. It measures 0.31 inches (in), or 7.9 millimeters (mm).
It’s also nonallergenic and nonmetallic, and it has seamless inner molding.
What’s more, the Oura Ring is waterproof up to 330 feet (ft), or 100 meters (m), which means you can have it on while you:
- bathe
- wash dishes
- swim
The Oura Ring features advanced sensor technology that’s dependent on a snug fit for accuracy. Therefore, it’s essential that your ring fits correctly.
As Oura Ring sizes are different than standard U.S. ones, you’ll want to take advantage of Oura’s free ring sizing kit, which includes 8 plastic sample rings ranging in size from 6–13.
However, as long as the device fits snuggly, there’s no right or wrong finger to wear the Oura ring on.
According to Oura, the ring has a battery life of 4–7 days, with a full charge taking anywhere from 20–80 minutes.
While the app will remind you when the battery level is getting low, the company suggests that you charge the ring for short amounts throughout the day, such as when you’re brushing your teeth or showering.
Another way to extend the battery life is by occasionally placing the ring in airplane mode, during which the ring can continue to collect data for many weeks. However, you’ll need to take it out of airplane mode in order to sync your data with the app.
How much does an Oura Ring 3 cost?
The Oura Ring ranges in price from $299–$449, depending on the color and style.
While the basic silver or black ring starts at $299, the cost increases to $449 for the gold models.
There’s also an additional $15 fee for shipping.
If you’re unhappy with your purchase, you can return or exchange it within the first 30 days as long as it’s fully functional and undamaged. However, shipping and handling are nonrefundable.
Keep in mind that there are some caveats to the return policy. Specifically, you can only return your ring for a refund or exchange your order once for a different:
size
style
color
After placing your order, you should receive your sizing kit within 14 days. Your ring will then be delivered about 2–3 weeks after submitting your desired ring size.
Oura Rings are covered under a limited warranty for 1 year from the date of original shipment. If you need to replace your ring for any reason, the replacement ring will be covered for the remainder of the original 1-year warranty, or for 90 days, whichever is longer.
The Oura Ring 3 is made of durable titanium and is available in four colors, including:
- silver
- black
- stealth
- gold
Depending on the size, the ring weighs 0.1–0.2 ounces (oz), or 4–6 grams (g) — lighter than the average wedding band. It measures 0.31 inches (in), or 7.9 millimeters (mm).
It’s also nonallergenic and nonmetallic, and it has seamless inner molding.
What’s more, the Oura Ring is waterproof up to 330 feet (ft), or 100 meters (m), which means you can have it on while you:
- bathe
- wash dishes
- swim
The Oura Ring features advanced sensor technology that’s dependent on a snug fit for accuracy. Therefore, it’s essential that your ring fits correctly.
As Oura Ring sizes are different than standard U.S. ones, you’ll want to take advantage of Oura’s free ring sizing kit, which includes 8 plastic sample rings ranging in size from 6–13.
However, as long as the device fits snuggly, there’s no right or wrong finger to wear the Oura ring on.
According to Oura, the ring has a battery life of 4–7 days, with a full charge taking anywhere from 20–80 minutes.
While the app will remind you when the battery level is getting low, the company suggests that you charge the ring for short amounts throughout the day, such as when you’re brushing your teeth or showering.
Another way to extend the battery life is by occasionally placing the ring in airplane mode, during which the ring can continue to collect data for many weeks. However, you’ll need to take it out of airplane mode in order to sync your data with the app.
How much does an Oura Ring 3 cost?
The Oura Ring ranges in price from $299–$449, depending on the color and style.
While the basic silver or black ring starts at $299, the cost increases to $449 for the gold models.
There’s also an additional $15 fee for shipping.
If you’re unhappy with your purchase, you can return or exchange it within the first 30 days as long as it’s fully functional and undamaged. However, shipping and handling are nonrefundable.
Keep in mind that there are some caveats to the return policy. Specifically, you can only return your ring for a refund or exchange your order once for a different:
size
style
color
After placing your order, you should receive your sizing kit within 14 days. Your ring will then be delivered about 2–3 weeks after submitting your desired ring size.
Oura Rings are covered under a limited warranty for 1 year from the date of original shipment. If you need to replace your ring for any reason, the replacement ring will be covered for the remainder of the original 1-year warranty, or for 90 days, whichever is longer.