Oura Ring vs. Apple Watch: Here's which health tracker is right for you

Nina Raemont/ZDNET In theory, wearable health trackers all do the same thing: they monitor your vitals and deliver insights in a way the average Joe can understand. In practice, however, different devices perform in vastly different ways. Take the Oura Ring and the Apple Watch, for example. You can exercise with them both, wear them to bed, and keep them on in the shower as they monitor your heart rate, body temperature, and sleep. Also: The best Apple Watches you can buy: Expert tested and reviewed But they couldn't be more different. The smart ring promises a discreet build and a few days' battery life (Oura says seven days max, but it's closer to four or five from my testing). The smartwatch, on the other hand, is a chunkier device that brings all your smartphone's features to your wrist with a health- and activity-minded twist. So which should you buy? Let's break down the differences. You should buy an Apple Watch if... Kerry Wan/ZDNET 1. You want a smartphone assistant An ... Read full article.