Smart Ring vs. Smartwatch: Ultrahuman Ring Air In-Depth Review
Today we're taking a closer look at the Ultrahuman Ring Air. We’ve been testing these two rings for a while now and wherever possible comparing them to our Garmin watch health trackers. Let’s do a deep dive into what we discovered and how we liked the smart rings in general. Let's talk about what's on our hands, literally. I've been rocking the Bionic Gold version, size 10, going head-to-head with my Garmin Forerunner 265. Meanwhile, our editor was testing the Space Silver variant in combination with her Garmin Venu 2 Plus. You can read the article about it here: https://www.a2kmedia.net/post/ultrahuman-ring-air Get 10% off your ring with discount code "A2K10" http://ultrahuman.com/A2KMedia ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Affiliate disclosure: as an Amazon Associate, we may earn commissions from qualifying purchases from Amazon at no extra cost to you. Thank you for your support! Ultrahuman Ring Air Amazon: https://geni.us/FfChqM Music from Artlist. Sign up and get 2 extra months for free: https://geni.us/a2k_artlist Main Set: Sit/Stand Ergonomic desk from Everdesk+ Supreme Chair from Ergotune Our Gear Main Camera Amazon https://geni.us/ew4bW Zoom lens: Amazon: https://geni.us/po8arxf Lazada: https://bit.ly/2HGJGnk Wide angle lens: Amazon: https://geni.us/GV1qFYY Lazada: https://bit.ly/31Rlmq1 Mic https://geni.us/mrkWeym YouTube Management Tool - Tube Buddy Sign up for free now! -https://www.tubebuddy.com/A2K Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/a2kpage Check out A2K blog: www.a2kmedia.net #ultrahumanring #smartring #wearables Chapters: 00:00 - Ultrahuman vs Garmin 00:34 - First Look 00:57 - Choosing The Right Size 01:29 - Price 01:54 - Design and Comfort 02:33 - Scuffing 02:42 - Features 02:57 - Sleep Tracking 03:08 - Weekly Insights 03:31 - Discover Page 03:52 - Motivational Boosters 04:12 - Adding New Features 04:45 - Drawbacks 04:53 - Notifications 05:13 - Low Battery Reminders 05:33 - Battery Life 06:23 - False Naps 06:48 - Exercise Tracking and Comfort 07:11 - Swimming 07:42 - Reaction On The Skin 08:13 - Conclusion
Smart Ring vs. Smartwatch: Ultrahuman Ring Air In-Depth Review
Ultra Human Ring Air Overview
The discussion introduces the Ultra Human Ring Air, comparing it to Garmin watches for health tracking purposes. The hosts delve into their experiences with the smart rings, emphasizing design, features, and usability.
Design and Fit
- The Ultra Human Ring Air is highlighted for its lightweight design compared to Garmin watches.
- Choosing the right size was crucial due to climate-induced finger size changes in Singapore.
- Despite challenges in sizing, both hosts found a suitable fit for comfortable wear.
Features and Pricing
- Priced at $349, the ring stands out for not requiring subscription fees.
- The ring's design includes a durable coating and comfortable interior resin.
Health Tracking Capabilities
- While sleek in design, caution is advised during heavy workouts or handling metal objects.
- Features include sleep monitoring, heart rate tracking, movement index, and more.
App Functionality
- Weekly insights provide personalized health data trends after calibration.
- The app offers various resources like workouts, podcasts, meditation guides, and music for wellness.
Drawbacks and Improvements
- Annoyances include excessive notifications that lack customization options.
Health Tech Arena Overview
In this section, the speaker discusses the performance of a smart ring in terms of battery life, charging times, activity tracking, and skin reactions.
Battery Life and Charging
- The smart ring had a good battery life of approximately 7 to 9 days with infrequent charging.
Activity Tracking and Issues
- The Silver Ring charged faster but lasted 2 days less than the Gold Ring, showing inconsistency in charging times.
- The Silver Ring detected false snaps during inactive moments like working or watching TV, affecting data accuracy.
- Exercise tracking required the phone to be nearby and unlocked, posing practical challenges in public spaces like gyms.
Swimming and Comparison with Smart Watches
- Testing the smart ring for swimming revealed basic tracking features compared to more comprehensive stats provided by other devices like Garin Watchers.
- After wearing the ring daily for about a month, skin reactions were observed necessitating finger swapping for some users.
Pros and Cons of Smart Rings
This part delves into weighing the advantages and disadvantages of using a smart ring as a health tracker.
Advantages
- The absence of subscription fees combined with advanced features makes the smart ring an attractive choice for detailed health tracking needs.
Drawbacks
- Frequent notifications and limitations in exercise tracking are highlighted as drawbacks to consider when using the smart ring.
Continuous Updates and User Experience
- Continuous updates and feature additions demonstrate the brand's commitment to innovation and enhancing user experience over time.