I tested the Ultrahuman Ring Pro: Rich in features, but still a hard sell

The Ultrahuman Ring Pro joins the smart ring fray following a major redesign to sidestep patent conflicts. It promises long battery life and a comprehensive, subscription-free app built for biohacking and lifestyle improvement. Yet its bigger, less cozy build and steeper price create real obstacles against more polished competitors.

Key takeaways

• The Ring Pro is a bigger, thicker, and costlier update to Ultrahuman’s earlier model.
• Its chunky build with raised sensors feels less comfortable than rivals such as the Oura Ring.
• Battery performance is a standout, running up to 15 days with a case that adds 45 days total.
• The app requires no subscription and is full of tools for biohackers and lifestyle improvement.
• Shipping holdups and a premium cost turn this capable ring into a difficult purchase.

A Shifted Landscape and a Redesigned Ring

The smart ring sector has changed a lot. While Oura moved over 5.5 million rings since last fall, Ultrahuman dedicated a year to reworking its device to dodge patent claims. The outcome is the Ultrahuman Ring Pro.

This new version is larger and pricier than the earlier Ring Air. It adds 0.25mm in thickness and costs $130 extra. Stacked against the Oura Ring 5, the Ring Pro feels heftier at 2.65mm thick versus Oura’s 2.28mm. It also weighs more, adding between 0.9 and 2.4 grams over the Ring Air.

This design change hurts comfort. The firm bucked industry trends, crafting a thicker device where sensors stick out in a way some call outdated. Rivals like Oura have smoothed this element. You feel this substantial build on your finger much more than with sleeker options.

Battery and Charging: A Clear Strength

The Ultrahuman Ring Pro delivers a major battery boost, running up to 15 days per charge. This longer life cuts charging to about twice a month, a real benefit for users.

Plus, the ring includes a charging case that supplies up to 45 days of total power. This case enables cord-free charging anywhere, as it stores enough energy to refill the ring without a plug.

App Experience and Feature Set for Biohackers

Ultrahuman keeps its no-subscription model and targets biohackers focused on lifestyle improvement. The company’s vibe is that of a tech-forward ally into biohacking, peptides, cold plunges, and daily optimization.

A recent app refresh bettered the interface. Before, the app served Ultrahuman’s whole product lineup, but the update now highlights the ring’s wellness data. The app still has extra sections for ‘Longevity’, an AI chatbot, and ‘Zones’—the brand’s social network—showing its wider ecosystem goals.

The feature list is detailed enough to satisfy dedicated biohackers. Still, this thorough approach could overwhelm casual users, since the ring and its app are loaded with tools for deep lifestyle tracking.

Practical Drawbacks and Market Position

Despite its technical strengths, the Ultrahuman Ring Pro confronts clear practical problems. Its design is markedly bulkier than main rivals; the ring measures 2.65mm thick next to the Oura Ring 5’s 2.28mm, and its sensors jut out awkwardly. This heftier construction reduces comfort for constant wear, a weakness highlighted next to sleeker alternatives.

Logistical and Cost Concerns

Beyond fit, buyers have noted shipping waits. Also, the Ring Pro carries a higher price tag, costing $130 more than the prior Ultrahuman Ring Air. This jump in both physical scale and expense shapes its tough market stance.

The piece ends by stating that while the ring packs many features, these elements—its increased size, higher cost, and comfort trade-offs—together render it a tough choice in a crowded field where options like the Oura Ring 5 deliver a more polished experience.