# Less is more with the Oura Ring 5

> If you’re reading an Oura Ring 5 review at The Verge, you likely fall into one of two camps: newcomers looking for a smartwatch alternative, or Oura users pondering an upgrade.

- **Source:** [The Verge](https://www.theverge.com/tech/964386/oura-ring-5-review-smart-ring-wearables?utm_source=gearopen.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=feed&utm_content=6a53b1e6e176d9a564bf014f)
- **Published:** 2026-07-12
- **Category:** Phones
- **Tags:** #smartwatch
- **Canonical:** http://localhost:4321/a/6a53b1e6e176d9a564bf014f

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