THE BEST SMART RINGS - RATED

Big tech in a small circle, these smart rings track your every move without shouting for attention

- Matt Kollat

Smart rings are having a moment - and it's about time. Once a niche curiosity worn by biohackers and quantified-self nerds, these sleek little wearables have evolved into powerful health-tracking tools that just happen to live on your finger. And with recent tech leaps, they're finally worth your attention.

The appeal is obvious: no screen, no distractions, just smart sensors quietly gathering data on your heart rate, temperature, sleep, stress, recovery and more. Battery life often beats smartwatches, and many models offer deep insights without locking features behind monthly fees.

The form factor’s changed too, with rings being lighter, slimmer and more stylish than ever, often made from titanium and designed to vanish into your daily life.

But what's really exciting is what’s happening inside. We're seeing smarter sleep tracking, AFib detection, real-time readiness scores and Al-powered coaching. Rings are also starting to integrate better with fitness apps and watches, building ecosystems not standing alone.

So, which smart ring should you buy? We've tested the best of the best - from the all-knowing Oura to wallet-friendly newcomers - to help you find the perfect match for your health, habits and hand.

OURA RING 4

Effortlessly blending cutting-edge health tracking with discreet design, the Oura Ring 4 is the smartest, sleekest wearable you'll barely notice

Stylish, stealthy, and seriously clever, the Oura Ring 4 remains the smartest wearable you can slip on your finger. It packs an upgraded sensor suite with 18 signal pathways and a new Smart Sensing platform for even more accurate health tracking - even if it spins around while you sleep.