With the 40% Smaller Ring 5, Oura Succeeds Where Smartwatch Makers Have Failed

Oura’s Ring 5 is 40% smaller than the previous model, but its internals were rebuilt to preserve sensing and battery performance.

The redesign focuses on comfort and fit, especially for users with smaller wrists who often feel ignored by smartwatch makers.

The piece argues this is a user-first approach to wearables: improve the product around real feedback, not just shrink it.

It also highlights a broader gap in smartwatch design, where size and comfort still lag behind performance.