Renpho Lynx Ring ZDNET's key takeaways The Renpho Lynx smart ring is a bare-bones wellness tracker for $170.
It does a fine job at recording basic health data, and has no subscription.
It lacks any sort of advanced health tracking features. View now at Amazon
With the rise in popularity of the Oura Ring, I've seen lots of ZDNET readers express interest in finding a more affordable alternative. I don't blame them; while the Oura Ring is a leading smart ring, it costs $350 and tops it off with a $70 annual subscription for full access to Oura's data capture. That's no small change.
Also: I've worn an Oura Ring for years, and this free data tool showed me results my app never has
So when an affordable smart ring slides across my review desk, I'm eager to try it out for myself. The Renpho Lynx smart ring is a $170 smart ring that's much cheaper than its competitors. How does it compare to its more expensive counterparts? I tested the ring by wearing it alongside my Oura Ring 4 to see how the data capture, recommendations, insights, and hardware compared.
What I liked
I'll begin by saying that the smart ring is very affordable. It's probably one of the cheapest you can find, in fact -- something to note for anyone looking for a first-time smart ring.
In terms of deisgn, the Lynx is different from what I've tested, with a distinct look from its competitors. It comes in two colors: black and silver, and sizes six through 13, with a thin line wrapping around its edge. Its "skipping stone" charging case also adds a unique touch.
Its battery life lasts seven days -- one day less than the Oura Ring 4 (though it very well may be the same, given Oura's recent bout of battery life issues).
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