The 6 Best Smart Rings for All of You Who Are So Over Fitness Watches
It's time for techy jewelry to be chic and low-key.
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Remember a bajillion years ago when the first smart watch came out? And how all of our minds were collectively blown? And then how we all started obsessing over getting those recommended daily 10,000 steps? Well, that last part hasn't exactly faded from the cultural zeitgeist, but would I be lying if I said smart watches have a liiittle bit? Don't get me wrong, I love a smart watch as much as the next tech gadget-obsessed girlie, but sometimes they just kinda...ruin the vibes of an outfit. And I don't have time for that! Okay, dramatic, yes, especially since there are plenty of chic bands to amp up their cute appeal. But still! Certain moments just call for ~subtlety~, ya know?
Enter the smart ring. By now, you've at least probably heard of them—they do pretty much the exact same thing as their watch counterparts, just with less of the attention grab. Whether you're trying to monitor your heart rate, track your sleep patterns, or even keep up with your ovulation days, a smart ring can do it all. And if you're a data junkie, most smart rings connect with an app on your phone to keep track of all your stats in one place.
Our Top Picks for the Best Smart Rings of 2024
Regardless of what you're hoping to keep track of though, there's a solid smart ring option for you down below—we've got everything from budget picks and dupes, to splurge-worthy investments. So whatcha waiting for? Your fitness watch is ready to retire!
Pros
- FSA and HSA eligible
- Offers lots of data and insights that fitness watches don't
- Waterproof
- Come in two styles and multiple colors
Cons
- A little bit pricey
- Comes with a monthly $5.99 membership
In the words of Cosmo's assistant shopping editor, Hannah Oh, who reviewed the Oura Ring Gen 3 at length, this bad boy is "completely comfortable, charges super quickly, and provides extensive, easy-to-interpret data for anyone looking to dive deeper into understanding their sleep, exercise, stress, breathing, heart rate, and menstrual cycle." Moral of the story? Listen to Hannah and change your life!
| Sizes | 6-13 |
| Colors | Six |
| Battery life | Up to seven days battery life |
Pros
- Waterproof up to 165 feet deep
- Compatible with both iOS and Android
Cons
- Some reviews mention data taking a while to sync
In a lot of ways, the RingConn is very similar to the Oura: it comes in the same colors; tracks sleep, movement, and even stress; and it spews out a load of data on all these things (which can be viewed by week, month, or year). One of the biggest differences, though, is the price point. On first glance, this might seem small, but the RingConn doesn't require a monthly paid subscription to its app like the Oura does.
| Sizes | 6-14 |
| Colors | Three |
| Battery life | 7 days |
Pros
- Cheapest ring on this list
- Waterproof
- Can be fully charged between 20-60 minutes
Cons
- Limited sizing and colors
- A little clunky looking
If you're monitoring your fertility and trying-to-conceive, then this ring is for you. It helps predict fertile windows, tracks your body basal temperature, and can determine ovulation days. It also tracks and analyzes your sleep patterns during each phase of your menstrual cycle, which can be super wonky depending on what stage you're in.
| Sizes | 6-8 |
| Colors | One |
| Battery life | Up to five days |
Pros
- Custom engraving available for added cost
- No subscription needed!
- Water resistant up to 330 feet deep
Cons
- Kinda expensive
This bad boy is lighter than most smart rings on our list but still has the full capability of all the others, from tracking your REM cycle to logging your steps and workouts. On top of that, it can also track data during all phases of the menstrual cycles and then can be put in "pregnancy mode" for deets on what's happening to your body during each trimester.
| Sizes | 5-14 |
| Colors | Four |
| Battery life | Up to six days |
Pros
- No subscription fee
- Waterproof up to 328 feet deep
- Syncs with Apple Health
Cons
- Some reviewers commented that the ring struggles to hold a charge
- There are a few mentions of the color of the rings being inconsistent
If you're someone who's interested in a smart ring, but not sure you're ready to commit fully, this is a great entry point. It does all the basics like tracking fitness and sleep, without the hefty price tag of some of the others on this list. Consider this your gateway drug into the world of fitness tech!
| Sizes | 6-11 |
| Colors | Three |
| Battery life | NA |
Pros
- Good price!
- Gives you a thorough and detailed sleep report
- Compatible with iOS, Windows, and Android
Cons
- Delivery could be up to 20 days depending on where you live
This smart ring is designed to wear only at night (which is helpful since, TBH, she's more function than form), but don't worry—the Go2sleep is super lightweight so it won't disrupt your much-needed snooze time. While you're knocked, the device is tracking and monitoring your blood oxygen, heart rate, sleep stages, and so much more. Then, when you wake up and take it off, it starts syncing and then will provide a daily, weekly, and monthly report on all the data it's collected. Starting off a morning with coffee and analyzing my sleep behaviors? Don't mind if I do!
| Sizes | Three different sizes |
| Colors | One |
| Battery life | Up to two nights |
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