If you're comparing the RingConn Gen 2 vs Samsung Galaxy Ring then read our comparison. We've used both — and there is a clear winner.
Both the RingConn Gen 2 and the Samsung Galaxy Ring are taking the smart ring fight to Oura — and offer excellent experiences at a lower price.
The RingConn 2 prioritizes affordability and battery life, while Galaxy Ring leans into Samsung Health and its broader ecosystem to deliver polished insights.
It’s crucial to remember that Galaxy Ring is only compatible with Android phones, while RingConn works with iOS and Android.
We pick the two apart and decide which is best for you.
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Samsung Galaxy Ring vs RingConn Gen 2 compared
| Feature | RingConn Gen 2 | Samsung Galaxy Ring |
|---|---|---|
| Platforms | iOS / Android | Android |
| Material | Aerospace-grade titanium alloy with PVD coating | Titanium with a concave design |
| Size | Thickness: 2mm; Width: 6.8mm | Thickness: 2.6mm; Width: ~7mm |
| Weight | 2-3 grams | 2.3-3 grams |
| Sensors | PPG, SpO2, skin temperature, accelerometer | PPG, SpO2, skin temperature, accelerometer |
| Battery Life | 10-12 days (tested ~8 days) | 5-6 days |
| Charging | Portable charging case with 15 recharges | Small charging case |
| Colors | Black, silver, gold | Black, silver, gold |
| Water Resistance | 10ATM (100 meters) | 10ATM (100m) |
| Special Features | Sleep apnea detection | Energy Score, AI sleep coaching |
| Price | $299 (subscription free) | $399 (subscription free) |
Price
Both of these smart rings are available without a subscription — which makes them top Oura alternatives.
The RingConn Gen 2 is slightly cheaper. After strong early bird deals it settled at $299. It’s priced more aggressively than Samsung, Ultrahuman, and Oura Ring 4. Check price here.
The Galaxy Ring is priced at $399, which we feel is a tad high. Yes, there’s no subscription, but it’s a lot of money. Especially when you consider that Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 models cover all the same metrics, and more, for less money.
Design and comfort
These are two very different rings. The Samsung perfectly circular and slightly concaved, while RingConn has ridges and contours. Which is more visually attractive will be down to personal preference.
Lightweight and slim, the RingConn 2 ring boasts a titanium alloy build with a thickness of just 2mm, making it the most discreet option in its class. It is slim and light — much more so than Oura. But against the Samsung Galaxy Ring, the two are mostly on par as the most discreet smart rings on the market. However, its PVD coating may be prone to scratches over time.
The Galaxy Ring is marginally bulkier at 2.6mm, but Samsung’s ring is designed with a concave shape to resist scratches and features an external notch for sensor alignment.
While there’s not a lot in it, we actually preferred the wearability of the Samsung over the RingConn — but both are excellent in terms of their design, comfort, and size.
Winner: Samsung
Health Insights
The RingConn Gen 2 offers comprehensive health metrics like SpO2, HRV, and sleep apnea assessment — and overall, we were impressed with its accuracy. Considering that RingConn isn’t a huge name in the health wearables space (yet), its raw data was in the same ballpark as Oura. And that’s something the likes of Amazfit have struggled with.
In terms of raw data, RingConn’s accuracy stood out in our testing. But the presentation of that data still needs work.
The app has just been overhauled with a new version 3, which improves things somewhat. The mainstay of the app is a Huawei-esque clover, with Vitals, Sleep, Stress, and Activity, which you need to keep topped up to maintain good health.
It’s a good, solid overview of your health, and you can feel assured that the data is accurate. But in terms of actionability, it’s not the best app out there. There’s a new AI coach and some plans you can follow to enable better sleep or mindfulness — but it’s low on unique insights.
The Samsung Galaxy Ring, on the other hand, is big on insights — and makes for a more polished and sticky experience.
The leading metric is the Energy Score, which, like Oura/Whoop, transforms HRV and sleep into a single measure of how ready you are to attack the day.
It also tracks your raw wellness metrics too — and we were really impressed by the accuracy of the stats.
Winner: Samsung
Fitness Insights
The RingConn 2 offers basic step tracking, and calorie estimates are reliable — and it has dedicated workout modes too.
However, it lacks integrations with fitness apps like Strava.
The exercise tracking feature remains in beta and performs inconsistently with high-motion activities — and we weren’t impressed by the accuracy of the HR sensor during runs.
What’s more, we found the ring’s propensity for scratching made it a no-go for the gym.
On the other hand, the Galaxy Ring surpassed our expectations in terms of workout tracking, with good accuracy in our tests against a chest strap.
It doesn’t have a built-in GPS, but it will piggyback on your smartphone’s GPS if you take it out with you.
We’d never use a smart ring to guide our running training, but it’s good to have accurate tracking so that it feeds workout effects into your health snapshot.
Winner: Samsung
Sleep tracking
The RingConn Gen 2 provides robust sleep tracking, which stacked up well in our testing compared to market leaders such as the Oura Ring 4. It tracks sleep stages (light, deep, REM), sleep efficiency, total time in bed, and time awake. It also monitors disruptions like mid-sleep wakeups well.
Its sleep apnea detection feature uses three nights of SpO2 and breathing disturbance data to assess risks.
Compared with Oura and Whoop, the RingConn aligns closely on sleep scores, with minimal deviations (e.g., within five minutes for fall-asleep times).
The Samsung Galaxy Ring impressed us with its actionable and personalized sleep tracking insights. Its approach integrates seamlessly into its broader ecosystem, offering the following:
- Sleep consistency
- Restfulness
- Physiological recovery metrics like skin temperature and respiratory rate
However, we found some serious problems with SpO2 monitoring.
We loved the sleep coaching function, which uses AI to provide tailored advice based on chronotype analysis and sleep habits. The chronotype function assigns users an “animal type” after seven nights of tracking. This helps inform and guide personalized bedtime and wake-up schedules. It’s a level of insight and analysis that RingConn lacks.
Its sleep tracking aligned with Oura, generally reporting within 10 minutes of sleep times and matching gold-standard tests.
Winner: Samsung
Battery Life
RingConn leads the smart ring category with 10–12 days of battery life, extendable by its charging case, which supports up to 15 recharges. In our testing, we found closer to 8-10 days — but that’s still head-and-shoulders above rivals.
We found that the Galaxy Ring averages 5–6 days, comparable to competitors like the Oura Ring. Its charging case is small, looks super-cool, and makes charging on the go easy.
Winner: RingConn
Verdict
Buy the RingConn 2 if…
If you can pick up a good deal on a RingConn 2 you’ll be rewarded with accurate tracking and great battery life. But the lack of true insight means the experience isn’t as good as rivals.
Buy the Samsung Galaxy Ring if…
Given the Galaxy Ring is a first gen product, it’s outstanding. Great build, a lovely charging case, and a neat take on Energy Score and sleep coaching. It comes recommended, especially if you own a Samsung smartphone – and Oura’s subscription puts you off.
