After 10 days with the RingConn Gen 3, I finally understand why the Oura Ring 5 costs more
A technology journalist compared the hardware design and comfort of the subscription-free RingConn Gen 3 against the premium Oura Ring 5 after ten days of use. Although the on-paper specifications for thickness and weight are similar, the RingConn Gen 3 feels noticeably thicker and heavier on the finger due to its squircle shape. The Oura Ring 5 is described as more inconspicuous and comfortable, which helps explain its higher price point compared to the budget alternative.
- ▪The RingConn Gen 3 is a subscription-free smart ring that serves as a budget alternative to the Oura Ring 5.
- ▪The RingConn Gen 3 weighs 3 grams for a size 11, while the Oura Ring 5 weighs 2 grams for the same size.
- ▪The RingConn Gen 3 features a squircle shape that minimizes pressure on the sides of the finger but still feels more prominent than the Oura Ring 5.
- ▪The Oura Ring 5 has a perfect circular shape and is described as feeling like a non-smart ring due to its lightness and thin profile.
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| Original publisher | Android Police |
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| Publication time | Fri, 11 Sep 2026 12:30:10 GMT |
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