Oura unveils Ring 5 with 40 per cent smaller form factor and AI health integration
The new smart ring features redesigned sensors, a custom charging case, and integration with Counsel Health for AI-driven medical advice, with pre-orders opening at $399 ahead of June 2026 shipping.
Oura has launched the Ring 5, a smart ring the company describes as the world’s smallest, featuring a 40 per cent reduction in size compared to its predecessor, the Ring 4. The device is available for pre-order at $399 for Silver and Black finishes, or $499 for special finishes including Stealth, Brushed Silver, natural Gold, and Deep Rose. Shipping is scheduled to commence on 6 June 2026.
To achieve the reduced dimensions, Oura redesigned every component to improve power efficiency. The number of signal pathways has decreased from 18 on the Ring 4 to 12 on the new model. However, the LEDs are now four times more powerful and are paired with larger photodetectors, which Oura states provides better sensor accuracy across a wider range of skin tones. The Ring 5 is available in sizes 6 through 13, with the Ring 4 remaining on sale for sizes 4 through 5 and 14 through 15.
The hardware update includes a new standalone charging case priced at $99. The case features a built-in battery that lasts a month on a single charge and is custom-fitted for each ring size. Oura promises that the Ring 5 will provide a week of battery life on a single charge. The new finishes are applied using a vapor deposition method intended to increase scratch resistance, replacing the ceramic finishes found on the previous generation.
On the software front, the Ring 5 introduces Health Radar, which focuses on proactive monitoring of blood pressure and nighttime breathing. The device also integrates with Counsel Health to provide AI-driven medical advice and live chat with medical professionals in 43 US states. This partnership aims to address the lack of clinical validation common in consumer wearables by offering personalised guidance based on user data.
Additional features include GLP-1 Insights for tracking medication and body changes, the ability to upload bloodwork results, and Health Records, which consolidates hospital data using Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services standards. Users can now edit specific health data elements without wiping their entire account. The device requires a subscription to Oura’s service, costing $6 per month or $70 annually.
