Let’s be honest, most tech wearables are bulky and not exactly what you’d describe as pretty. But when you’re regularly wearing something on your hands, you probably want it to look nice and maybe even blend in with the rest of your jewelry. That’s the idea behind Oura’s newest smart ring, the Oura Ring 4 Ceramic.
The Ring 4 Ceramic is Oura’s first collection of smart rings that don’t feature metallic finishes. Instead, they’re made from zirconia ceramic, a more wear-resistant ceramic, which Oura says allows for both style and comfort.
I’ve tested the Oura Ring 4 Ceramic for the past three weeks, and here’s my experience with it.
However, before we get into the specifics, it’s worth noting that since the software behind the Oura Ring 4 Ceramic is the same as the Oura Ring 4, I won’t be getting too much into the software and hardware side of things. For that, you can check out our Oura Ring 4 review.
Finish and feel
The Oura Ring 4 comes in four colors: Midnight (dark blue), Cloud (white), Tide (light teal), and Petal (light pink). The ring costs $150 more than the starting price of the standard Ring 4, with a $500 price tag, and is available in sizes 4-15.
I opted for Midnight. Although that shade is technically dark blue, it can appear black from afar — or even a dark shade of green, I’ve been told. The ring doesn’t look like a tech wearable at first glance, which is nice if you want to prioritize aesthetics without sacrificing functionality.
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When compared to the original Ring 4, the Ceramic version is a bit thicker, but it’s not super noticeable. The titanium version is 2.88 mm thick, while the ceramic version measures 3.51 mm.
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