Oura · Electronics · Reviewed by DC Rainmaker · Published 2026-07-03
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The reviewer concluded that the Oura Ring 5 is genuinely and significantly smaller, with a slight improvement in battery life. However, new software features are not exclusive to the Oura Ring 5, and Oura's sleep tracking advantage has diminished compared to competitors. He praised Oura's flawless replacement process for battery degradation issues.
This review covers the Oura Ring 5, including its physical design, sizing process, battery life, and a detailed look at the companion app's features. The reviewer performs hands-on demonstrations and comparisons to the Oura Ring 4, Fitbit Air, and Whoop band.
The Oura Ring 5 serves as an excellent general wellness tracker for individuals preferring not to wear a smartwatch, though its sports tracking capabilities are notably poor. Testing revealed a smaller form factor than the Oura Ring 4 and consistent seven-day battery life, but its charging dock is incompatible with previous versions. While it excels in sleep and readiness monitoring, the ring's accuracy and feature set for athletic performance lag significantly behind even basic wearables, making it unsuitable for dedicated sports enthusiasts. If you prioritize unobtrusive daily health insights and sleep tracking over detailed workout metrics, this ring is a strong contender, but if robust sports tracking is essential, consider alternatives.
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The reviewer states that he bought the Oura Ring 5 himself and also pays for his own subscription fee, indicating an independent review.
Source location: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=trEl1bZ2QYQ
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The base introductory price of the Oura Ring 5 has increased by $50, from $349 up to $399.
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The Oura Ring 5 offers sizes 6 through 13, which is a smaller selection compared to the previous Oura Ring 4.
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The reviewer strongly recommends using the Oura Ring sizing set because Oura Ring sizing doesn't necessarily match normal ring sizing.
Source location: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=trEl1bZ2QYQ
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The sizing set consists of plastic bits with no electronics. Users should wear the appropriate plastic ring for about 24 hours on their intended finger to ensure proper fit before ordering the actual ring.
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Oura recommends wearing the ring on the index finger, but it ultimately doesn't matter as long as the ring doesn't move around much. The little notch on the underside of the ring should stay put to avoid reducing accuracy.
Source location: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=trEl1bZ2QYQ
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The charging dock for the Oura Ring 5 is different from the Oura Ring 4, which the reviewer finds "super annoying."
Source location: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=trEl1bZ2QYQ
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Side-by-side comparison shows the Oura Ring 5 is "way different" in size and "definitely smaller" compared to the Oura Ring 4, particularly in width. Oura says it's up to 40% smaller.
Source location: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=trEl1bZ2QYQ
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The reviewer experienced no problems with day-in and day-out wearability, having been used to wearing Oura rings for years.
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The Oura Ring 5 does not have a vibration engine, motor, or audible alerts; all notifications happen on the app.
Source location: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=trEl1bZ2QYQ
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The company states the sensors inside are effectively the same as the Oura Ring 4, though rearranged, and accuracy should remain the same.
Source location: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=trEl1bZ2QYQ
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In testing, the reviewer's size 10 Oura Ring 5 achieved "almost precisely 7 days" (7 days and 3 hours) of battery life, falling within the claimed 6-9 day range.
Source location: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=trEl1bZ2QYQ
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Oura rings are "very well known for not getting their full battery life for very long," with the reviewer's Oura Ring 4 needing replacement within a year due to only 2 days of battery life.
Source location: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=trEl1bZ2QYQ
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The reviewer praised Oura's "flawless" and automated replacement process for battery issues, which didn't cost him anything even as a regular customer.
Source location: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=trEl1bZ2QYQ
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The reviewer states that Oura's initial advantage in sleep metrics has "mostly gone away," as most wearables like Whoop, Fitbit, and Garmin now perform "just as good."
Source location: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=trEl1bZ2QYQ
The reviewer demonstrates side-by-side that the Oura Ring 5 is "way different" in size compared to the Oura Ring 4, particularly noting a significant reduction in width. Oura claims it is up to 40% smaller.
In testing, the reviewer achieved 7 days and 3 hours of battery life with his size 10 Oura Ring 5, which falls within Oura's claimed 6-9 day range. However, he notes that Oura rings are known for battery degradation over time, having experienced issues with his previous Oura Ring 4.
Oura Ring sizing doesn't match standard ring sizes, so it's essential to use their plastic sizing kit and wear it for 24 hours. Ensuring the ring's notch stays put and it doesn't twist constantly on the finger is vital for maintaining accuracy.
The Oura Ring 5 lacks a vibration engine, motor, or audible alert capabilities. All notifications and interactions are handled through the companion smartphone app.
The reviewer noted that the charging dock for the Oura Ring 5 is different from that of the Oura Ring 4, which he found "super annoying," implying incompatibility between generations.
The reviewer, an expert in the field, states that while Oura was once a leader in sleep metrics, other devices from brands like Whoop, Fitbit, and Garmin now offer equally good sleep tracking, diminishing Oura's past advantage.
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The Oura Ring 5 is presented as a significantly smaller iteration of its predecessor, the Oura Ring 4, with Oura claiming up to a 40% reduction in size. The reviewer, an expert who purchased the device and subscription himself, tested its performance in daily life, running, cycling, and swimming. Key areas of evaluation included its new compact design, real-world battery life (achieving about 7 days against a 6-9 day claim), and an in-depth look at the refreshed Oura app's features such as readiness, sleep, activity, and stress tracking. While some improvements are noted, the reviewer also points out that many new software features are available to older ring owners, and he notes app clutter. He highlights Oura's excellent warranty process for battery issues.
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