Oura Ring 5, Claimed To Be World’s Smallest Smart Ring, Comes With Up To $100 Price Hike

InnovationConsumer TechOura Ring 5, Claimed To Be World’s Smallest Smart Ring, Comes With Up To $100 Price HikeByDavid Phelan,Senior Contributor.Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about lifestyle techFollow AuthorMay 28, 2026, 08:00am EDTMay 28, 2026, 08:03am EDT--:-- / --:--This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.SummaryOura has launched its new Oura Ring 5, claiming it's the world's smallest smart ring. This latest iteration is 40% smaller and lighter than its predecessor, boasting enhanced scratch resistance. Despite its compact size, it maintains a "week-long" battery life, similar to the Ring 4, and offers an optional charging case for convenience. A significant upgrade is the expansion of Symptom Radar to Health Radar, providing continuous biometric monitoring to proactively identify potential health issues. The more discreet design may appeal to many users. Pricing for the Oura Ring 5 starts at $399 for black and silver, a $50 increase, with premium finishes like stealth, brushed silver, gold, and deep rose priced at $499. Pre-orders are now open, with shipping commencing on June 4.Show More Oura Ring 5ŌURAŌURA, the Finnish smart ring company, has announced its latest product, Oura Ring 5. It is — the company insists — the world’s smallest smart ring. It’s certainly the smallest from Oura so far, though the price tag has just got a bit bigger for some finishes.ForbesSony Launches Reon Pocket Pro Plus Wearable Air Conditioner In Time For Summer HeatwavesBy David PhelanOura Ring 5 follows Oura Ring 4, from October 2024, which at the time was the company’s lightest version and the more recent ceramic-finish model. Slimmer Profile And Enhanced Scratch ResistanceThe new model is 40% smaller than before, which means it’s lighter, too, though the company hasn’t stated how much lighter. In person, there’s a noticeable difference when you pi...