First-generation product — no release history to base predictions on
Full details →| RingConn Gen 2 | Samsung Galaxy Watch | |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | ||
| Starting price | $299★ | $349 |
| Subscription | ✓ None | ✓ None |
| Hardware | ||
| Weight | 3g★ | 29g |
| Water resistance | IP68 | 5ATM★ |
| Battery | 10 days★ | 1.5 days |
| Always-on display | ❌ | ✅★ |
| GPS | ❌ | ✅★ |
| Cellular | ❌ | ✅★ |
| Platform | iOS & Android | Android only |
| Tier | Smart Ring | Smartwatch |
| Buy timing | ||
| Released | Sep 9, 2024 | Jul 25, 2025 |
| Cycle advice | neutral★ | bad |
| Deals advice | neutral | good★ |
| Next model | — | Galaxy Watch 9 (Expected summer 2026) |
All health tracking features are included at no extra cost. No monthly membership required — all sleep staging, HRV trends, and health reports are free in the app.
The ring itself lasts 10–12 days on a charge. With the included charging case, total battery extends to 150+ days — the longest effective battery life in the smart ring category.
RingConn Gen 2 is one of the few smart rings under $400 to include sleep apnea risk monitoring, using SpO2 and respiratory rate sensors to flag potential breathing disruptions overnight.
ECG, blood pressure, body composition, SpO2, and advanced sleep coaching — all processed on-device with Galaxy AI.
Answer calls, control SmartThings, and use Galaxy AI features seamlessly across Galaxy phones and tablets.
Access Google Play, Google Maps, Google Wallet, and Samsung's polished One UI Watch 7 interface.
The right pick depends on what you optimize for.
$299 vs $349 over 3 years · no required subscription.
10 days vs 1.5 days battery.
10 sensors.
3g · no required subscription.
Budget-conscious health trackers who want the core benefits of a smart ring — sleep insights, HRV, SpO2, and continuous heart rate — without Oura's subscription or Samsung's Android-only limitation. A strong pick for first-time smart ring buyers who want to try the form factor without a large financial commitment.
Full details →Android users — especially those in the Samsung ecosystem — who want a premium smartwatch with comprehensive health tracking, Wear OS flexibility, and strong software support. The Ultra suits outdoor-active users who need longer battery life.
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