Oura Ring 5 Launches with Smaller Design and AI Health Coach
Original: Oura’s New Ring 5 Is Smaller and Lighter—and Adds an AI Health Coach
Why This Matters
Represents Oura's pivot toward AI-powered proactive health monitoring in competitive wearables market
Oura releases Ring 5, 40% smaller than Ring 4 at 6.09mm wide, featuring improved durability, enhanced sensors, and AI-powered Oura Advisor health assistant. Priced from $399, shipping begins June 4, 2026.
The Oura Ring 5 measures 6.09mm wide and 2.28mm thick, making it 40% smaller than its predecessor and claimed to be the world's smallest smart ring. Features include titanium construction with PVD coating for scratch resistance, IP68 rating for 100-meter water resistance, and LEDs four times more powerful than Ring 4. Battery life extends to 6-9 days versus the previous 5-8 days. New Charging Case ($99) provides five additional charges. Key software upgrade is Oura Advisor, an AI health assistant partnering with Counsel Health to connect users with licensed physicians. Available in silver/black ($399) and premium finishes ($499), with $6 monthly subscription unchanged.