Oura · Pets · Reviewed by Chase the Summit · Published 2026-07-17
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The reviewer is generally positive about the Oura Ring Gen 5, praising its tiny form factor, premium look, and impressive durability. He found the battery life good for its size, lasting 5-6 days. However, he expressed annoyance with the mandatory $6 monthly subscription and noted that the ring's estimated V2 max was significantly lower than expected.
This review by Chase the Summit examines the Oura Ring Gen 5 after one month of personal use. It covers the product's price, design, durability, battery life, the accompanying mobile application, and the accuracy of certain health metrics like V2 max, comparing them to other smart wearables.
The Oura Ring Gen 5 is a strong contender in the smart ring market, delivering an impressive array of health metrics in an exceptionally small form factor. Its tiny design makes it comfortable enough to forget it's there, and the reviewer observed zero scratches after a month of intense use including rock climbing. However, the mandatory monthly subscription after an already high initial purchase price is a significant drawback, as is the additional cost and availability of the battery case. If you prioritize discreet biometric tracking and premium build quality over cost, this ring is an excellent choice for a week-long charge. If you are budget-conscious or averse to ongoing subscriptions, alternative options might be more suitable.
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The Oura Ring Gen 5 costs between $399 and $499, with the final price depending on the chosen color, where basic colors are at the lower end.
Source location: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GagW2pGF1eg
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Beyond the upfront purchase, the Oura Ring Gen 5 requires a monthly subscription of about $6, which the reviewer finds frustrating given the high initial cost.
Source location: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GagW2pGF1eg
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Unlike the Ultrahuman Ring Pro which includes a battery case, the Oura Ring Gen 5's battery case is a separate $100 purchase and is currently sold out everywhere, which the reviewer finds a 'bummer'.
Source location: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GagW2pGF1eg
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The reviewer genuinely likes the look of the Oura Ring Gen 5, specifically the matte black version, describing it as having a premium finish that doesn't look cheap and ties in well with his watch.
Source location: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GagW2pGF1eg
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The Oura Ring Gen 5 is described as 'downright tiny,' making the reviewer almost forget it's there. He visually compares its thinness to an older Oura ring, the Ultrahuman Ring Air, and a standard wedding band, highlighting its minimal size.
Source location: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GagW2pGF1eg
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The heart rate sensors in the Gen 5 are stated to be similar to the previous generation but should offer more accuracy, a point the reviewer intends to discuss later in the video.
Source location: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GagW2pGF1eg
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Using the included charging puck, the Oura Ring Gen 5 takes a little over an hour to go from zero to 100% charge.
Source location: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GagW2pGF1eg
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After over a month of strenuous activities, including rock climbing, hiking on sharp granite, and working with hands, the Oura Ring Gen 5 showed 'zero scratches,' impressing the reviewer with its durability.
Source location: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GagW2pGF1eg
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Oura advertises that the Gen 5 ring provides between 6 and 9 days of use on a single charge, with smaller rings having less battery life.
Source location: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GagW2pGF1eg
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The reviewer, using a size 8 Oura Ring Gen 5, typically gets around five to six days of use before needing to charge it, noting it's 'pretty comfortable' for typical use.
Source location: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GagW2pGF1eg
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Despite being smaller, the Oura Ring Gen 5 surprisingly gets better battery life than an older, thicker Oura Ring model that the reviewer owns.
Source location: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GagW2pGF1eg
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The reviewer praises the Oura app, stating it has been optimized and updated, now feeling very modern with a good look and feel, providing a 'pretty good place' for data.
Source location: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GagW2pGF1eg
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The Oura app can pull in activities from Strava, including those synced from Garmin, Coros, Polar, Suunto, or Apple Watch, to integrate data into its algorithms for more accurate metrics.
Source location: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GagW2pGF1eg
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The Oura app allows users to start a manual live activity, such as outdoor running, using the ring to collect heart rate and the phone's GPS for location data, providing a complete view of the activity.
Source location: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GagW2pGF1eg
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The Oura Ring's estimated V2 max of 45 was 'significantly lower' than the reviewer expected and considerably lower than results from Whoop (53), Garmin (57), and Amaze Fit (56), with Amaze Fit feeling the most accurate.
Source location: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GagW2pGF1eg
The Oura Ring Gen 5 is priced between $399 and $499, depending on the color chosen. Additionally, it requires a $6 monthly subscription for full functionality, which the reviewer questions given the high initial price.
The Oura Ring Gen 5 features a premium matte black finish that the reviewer genuinely likes. Its form factor is 'downright tiny,' making it very comfortable to wear to the point where it's easy to forget it's on your finger, especially when compared to bulkier smart rings.
The reviewer was highly impressed with the Oura Ring Gen 5's durability. After more than a month of intense use, including rock climbing and a 20-mile hike over rugged terrain, the ring showed absolutely no scratches, giving the reviewer confidence in its resilience.
While Oura advertises 6-9 days, the reviewer, using a size 8 ring, consistently experienced around 5-6 days of battery life. He found this performance surprisingly good given the ring's small size, allowing for about a week of use before needing a charge.
The reviewer praises the Oura app for its optimized, modern, and user-friendly interface. It provides detailed data on readiness, sleep, activity, and vitals. A notable feature is its ability to pull in activities from Strava (synced from other devices) and also allows for manual live activity tracking using the phone's GPS for comprehensive data collection.
The reviewer found the Oura Ring Gen 5's estimated V2 max (45) to be notably lower than what he expected for his fitness level and considerably lower than readings from Whoop (53), Garmin (57), and Amaze Fit (56). He suggests manually adding V2 max data from other sources if available, indicating potential inaccuracies with Oura's walking test.
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Chase the Summit reviews the Oura Ring Gen 5 after a month of wear, detailing his personal experience. He covers the ring's price, including a mandatory $6 monthly subscription, and highlights its premium matte black aesthetic and remarkably tiny form factor compared to competitors. The review praises the ring's durability, showing no scratches after strenuous activity, and reports a real-world battery life of 5-6 days. He also demonstrates the Oura app's modern interface, comprehensive data tracking, Strava integration, and live activity features, while noting that the ring's estimated V2 max was lower than anticipated.
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