Oura Ring 4: A fitness tracker you'll actually want to wear

Fitness trackers have become something of a modern obsession.

- Husain Rizvi [e-mail]

Everyone wants to measure their steps, their sleep, their stress — essentially their lives — and that’s not necessarily a bad thing. Awareness is the first step towards better habits, and devices like the Oura Ring are built precisely for that purpose.Now in its fourth generation, the Oura Ring 4 continues to stand out by doing something most wearables don’t: blending serious health tracking with genuinely stylish design. The ring looks great. Unlike bulky smartwatches or fitness bands, Oura doesn’t advertise itself as a piece of tech. It sits on your finger like a premium accessory, seamlessly fitting into everyday life. The brand’s sizing kit, which requires a 24-hour trial period so you can lock in your size, ensures a near-perfect fit, something that’s essential when you're wearing a device around the clock.

From ceramic finishes to multiple colourways, the Oura Ring can be as understated or as fashionable as you want it to be. I went with the brushed silver look, but there’s enough variety here to suit both minimalists and those who like their tech to double as a statement piece.