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Oura Ring 5 vs Samsung Galaxy Ring
Here is how the Oura Ring 5 and the Samsung Galaxy Ring compare on the specs that matter, using the same sourced numbers as our comparison tool. Green marks the better value where a spec can be ranked.
| Oura Ring 5 | Samsung Galaxy Ring | |
|---|---|---|
| List price | From $399 | $399.99 |
| Membership | Required: $5.99/mo or $69.99/yr | None |
| Est. 2-year cost | ~$539 | ~$400 |
| Battery | 6 to 9 days | 5 to 7 days (by size) |
| Weight | 2 to 2.69 g | 2.3 to 3.0 g |
| Size of ring | 6.09 mm wide, 2.28 mm thick | 7.0 mm wide, 2.6 mm thick |
| Material | Titanium | Titanium (grade 5) |
| Water resistance | 100 m | 10 ATM, IP68 |
| Ring sizes | 6 to 13 | 5 to 13 |
| Works with | iPhone and Android | Android only (Android 11 or newer) |
| Charging case | Optional accessory | Included |
| Best for | People who want the most polished app and accept a monthly fee. | Android users, especially on Galaxy phones, who want no subscription. |
Key differences
- Oura Ring 5 comes out ahead on list price, battery, weight.
- Samsung Galaxy Ring comes out ahead on est. 2-year cost.
- Price at the time of research: $399 for the Oura Ring 5 and $399.99 for the Samsung Galaxy Ring.
Oura Ring 5
$399 starting list price
Best for: People who want the most polished app and accept a monthly fee.
- Listed at $399 for Silver and Black. Gold, Deep Rose, Stealth and Brushed Silver list at $499.
- Without a membership you only see three daily scores (activity, sleep, readiness).
- Released in mid 2026. Oura Ring 4 is still sold, usually at a discount.
Sources: Athletech News review · Cybernews review
Samsung Galaxy Ring
$399.99 list price
Best for: Android users, especially on Galaxy phones, who want no subscription.
- Core features work on non-Samsung Android phones, but some are Samsung-only.
- Sizes 5 to 7 are rated around 5 days and sizes 8 to 11 around 6 days.
- There is no iPhone app.
Sources: Samsung Mobile Press specs · Android Central
Which should you buy?
Oura Ring 5 is best for people who want the most polished app and accept a monthly fee.
Samsung Galaxy Ring is best for android users, especially on Galaxy phones, who want no subscription.