Review The Smart Galaxy Ring from Samsung

The Samsung Galaxy Ring, designed for health and fitness tracking, offers a sleek, lightweight build with a concave shape that resists scratches. Made from durable titanium, it comes in black, titanium gold, and silver finishes and features a battery life of up to a week when paired with a Samsung Galaxy Watch. When used solo, it provides around three to five days of continuous monitoring.

Key functions include tracking sleep stages, skin temperature, heart rate, and blood oxygen, plus an Energy Score feature similar to the Oura Ring’s readiness score, which helps gauge daily fitness readiness. For women, it also has period prediction through an algorithm based on skin temperature readings. The Galaxy Ring works best within Samsung’s ecosystem, as some advanced features (like AI-driven insights) are exclusive to Galaxy devices, although it is compatible with other Android phones.

The Samsung Galaxy Ring generally receives a rating of around 3.5 to 4 out of 5. Here’s a breakdown of how it fares in different areas:

1. Design and Comfort (5/5): The ring is praised for its slim, unobtrusive design, making it comfortable for all-day wear. Its concave shape and titanium build prevent scratches and wear.

2. Battery Life (4/5): The battery lasts around 3–5 days on its own, extending up to a week if paired with a Galaxy Watch. The charging case is convenient, providing several recharges without needing a power outlet​.

3. Features and Functionality (3.5/5): The Galaxy Ring tracks sleep, heart rate, blood oxygen, skin temperature, and steps. However, the lack of GPS, limited workout tracking accuracy, and dependency on Samsung Health and Galaxy devices reduce its overall functionality​.

4. Compatibility (3/5): It integrates well with Samsung devices, but iOS support is lacking, and some features are exclusive to Galaxy phones, limiting its appeal for non-Samsung users​.

Overall, if you’re already within the Samsung ecosystem, the Galaxy Ring can be a solid addition, especially for wellness tracking. The limitations might be a drawback for others, making it closer to a 3.5 out of 5 rating.