After months of wrist discomfort and frustrating battery woes with our Fitbits, Jon and I decided to take the plunge and switch to smart rings. Fast forward eight months – and we’re hooked. I much prefer wearing a smart ring over any smartwatch – it’s discreet and won’t date your style in old photos. The RingConn Gen 2 especially looks like an ordinary gold ring; most people haven’t even noticed, let alone realised it’s a smart device. I’m sporting the Royal Gold, and Jon opted for the sleek Future Silver. Here’s why our RingConn Gen 2 rings have been absolute game‑changers for us.
Why We Made the Switch to the RingConn Gen 2
Persistent Fitbit wrist reactions
We both experienced skin irritations from wearing Fitbits daily – especially in humid weather. The RingConn…? No wrist contact = no reaction!
Battery that simply lasts
Our Fitbits lasted 3–4 days max. The RingConn Gen 2 goes strong for 10–12 days per charge, matching what real users and tests say.
Subscription-free peace of mind
No monthly fees here – just full access to health data, forever. Big win over rings like the Oura.
🏃♀️ Why we love it for running (and ditching our watch for the RingConn Gen 2)
We both run regularly, and tracking our daily steps has become a key part of our routine – something the RingConn Gen 2 handles effortlessly and nearly invisibly. We appreciate not being constantly drawn to a watch screen to check notifications or alerts mid-run or at home. With the ring, our step count and basic activity data are recorded discreetly in the app, so we stay metric-aware without the distraction.
While the Gen 2 doesn’t auto-detect workouts, it reliably logs steps and distance – especially outdoors, where it learns from your pace to improve accuracy. Though it sometimes undercounts indoor runs or requires manual adjustment in the app, user-friendly guidance makes correction easy, and over time its ML-driven tracking becomes consistent. For us, it strikes the right balance between activity awareness and living screen‑free.
Free sizing kit & smooth ordering process
Before our rings ever arrived, RingConn sent us a free sizing kit with sizes 6 -14 – no charge – so we could find the perfect fit without guessing. When purchasing your ring just select that you don’t know your size yet. The kit arrived within a week, and we wore the plastic sample on our preferred fingers (both on our index finger, right hand) for a full 24 hours to ensure comfort even overnight. Once we confirmed our ideal sizes, we simply submitted them via our RingConn accounts and our actual rings were dispatched shortly after. It was an easy, low-stress process – no surprises with fit, and a smart start to our eight‑month RingConn experience.
Black Friday score: November purchase
We nabbed our RingConn Gen 2 rings at the start of November during their Black Friday promotion, taking full advantage of the discount and extra perks. The Gen 2 was marked down, with the bundle including a free charging dock and ring protector for early buyers – worth keeping an eye out for sales and offers coming up!
Features We Love
1. Incredible battery life + travel charging case
- We often forget to charge them! The onboard case stores 150+ days of backup power.
- A quick top-up (even while showering or cooking) keeps the ring charged without countdown anxiety.
2. Ultra-light, sleek build
- At just 2–3 grams and ~2 mm thick, they’re lighter and thinner rings than you might expect.
- Mine in gold feels secure yet barely there; Jon’s silver has earned compliments too.
3. Sleep, health and stress tracking
- Comprehensive 24/7 monitoring: HR, HRV, SpO₂, body temperature, respiratory rate.
- Stress insights and prompts to move add practical value throughout our day.
4. Unique sleep‑apnoea detection
- We loved this. The ring can detect disturbances through the Apnea‑Hypopnea Index and Oxygen Desaturation Index.
- The app guides you through a multi-night screening. No other ring in its price bracket offers this level of sleep insight.
5. Intuitive app + AI coaching
- We receive personalised, actionable insights – everything from recovery suggestions to sedentary reminders.
- No fluff, no subscription ads – just useful data we value daily.
6. Durable and waterproof
- We shower and swim with them without worry (rated to 100 m).
- The PVD-coated titanium exterior has stayed largely scratch-free. My gold is showing the scratches a little now but not as much as expected and I have taken little care to keep it nice. The case includes protectors for free – though we haven’t bothered with this.
When Things Went Wrong – And How They Fixed It
Just past month five, Jon’s silver ring suffered a hardware fault. Before he even noticed, RingConn’s support reached out – offered a replacement, and a brand-new ring arrived within days. Effortless, professional, and stress-free.
📝 In Summary
| Feature | What We Love |
|---|---|
| Battery life | 10–12 days per charge, 150+ with case |
| Comfort | Lightweight, slim – like nothing on |
| Health tracking | HR, HRV, temperature, SpO₂ – all the time |
| Sleep-apnoea detection | Rare in this price range, detailed |
| App & AI features | Insightful, subscription-free |
| Waterproof & durable | Shower/swim-safe, tough build |
Final Thoughts
Eight months in, we’re genuinely in love with our RingConn Gen 2 rings. They haven’t just replaced our Fitbits – they’ve transformed our approach to wellness. We’ve got fewer skin issues, zero charging stress, and love the health insights – especially the sleep-apnoea screening.
If you’re after a sleek, smart, health‑focused wearable without the wrist clutter or the hidden fees, it’s time to Strike A Pose with RingConn Gen 2.
🔗 Curious? Check out RingConn Gen 2 on Amazon UK – gold, silver, black options, full feature list.
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