TECHNOLOGY

A Budget-Friendly Smart Ring That Doesn't Need a Subscription

USATue Jul 08 2025

Overview

The RingConn Gen 2 smart ring is emerging as a cost-effective alternative to premium smart rings like the Oura Ring. Currently on sale, it offers a $91 discount, reducing its price to $300.

Key features:

  • No subscription fee
  • Tracks sleep, activity, stress, and vital signs

Battery Life

A standout feature of the RingConn Gen 2 is its impressive battery life:

  • 10 to 12 days of use on a single charge
  • Charging case extends battery life to over 150 days
  • Ideal for frequent travelers and those who prefer low-maintenance devices

Design & Comfort

  • Available in three colors: silver, black, and gold
  • Sizes range from 6 to 14
  • Unique square shape that fits comfortably
  • Resistant to tarnishing

Wellness Balance Feature

Unlike other smart rings that provide a readiness score, the RingConn Gen 2 offers a Wellness Balance feature:

  • Compiles data on activity, sleep, vitals, and stress
  • Displays data in a flower-like graph
  • Longer petals indicate biometrics meeting or exceeding benchmarks
  • Shorter petals highlight areas needing improvement

Drawbacks

  • App interface feels underdeveloped
  • Lack of personalized feedback
  • Tends to underestimate sleep time and step count compared to the Oura Ring

Conclusion

Despite its flaws, the RingConn Gen 2 is a solid choice for those seeking an affordable smart ring with:

  • Long battery life
  • Comprehensive health tracking
  • Sleep apnea detection (90.7% accuracy)

A worthy alternative to more expensive options like the Oura Ring.

questions

    If the RingConn Gen 2's charging case lasts 150 days, does that mean it can outlast a relationship?
    What are the implications of the RingConn Gen 2 underestimating sleep time and step count compared to the Oura Ring 4?
    If the RingConn Gen 2 underestimates your steps, does that mean you can eat an extra cookie guilt-free?

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