In the world of wearable tech, think of a smart ring as a miniaturised smart watch minus the display, of course. Smart rings pack health sensors and clever utilities into a discreet band you can wear 24×7 around your finger – only to be removed when you take a shower (if they aren’t waterproof) or to recharge the battery. In India, a whole host of smart rings have launched steadily over the past couple of years, and credible options since late-2023 now span budget to premium price segments, with no-subscription picks as well as ecosystem heavyweights like Samsung.
SurveyThis simplified buying guide explains what smart rings do, how they compare to smart watches, and – most importantly – shortlists current India-available models based on their price.
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What is a smart ring and what does it do?
A smart ring is a tiny wearable – usually titanium/steel/ceramic – with optical heart-rate LEDs, motion sensors and sometimes skin-temperature or EDA (stress) sensors. Most smart rings are equipped to log sleep stages, heart rate, HRV, SpO₂, activity and recovery, then surface insights in a companion phone app.
Some smart ring models add gesture controls (e.g., camera shutter, music), and contactless payments via NFC (specialized payment rings). Examples in India include boAt Smart Ring Active/Active Plus (fitness + gestures), the NFC-only 7 Ring (RuPay wallet tap-to-pay), athlete-centric Amazfit Helio Ring (adds EDA stress sensing), and the Samsung Galaxy Ring (premium Samsung Health integration).
Key features offered by smart rings
- 24×7 heart rate & SpO₂ tracking; HRV for stress/recovery. This is available almost in all models of smart rings, across price segments.
- Advanced sleep metrics & “readiness/energy” scores. (Noise, Samsung, Ultrahuman, Amazfit)
- Skin temperature trends; women’s-health insights on select models. (Noise, Ultrahuman, others)
- EDA stress sensing. (Amazfit Helio)
- Gesture controls (e.g., selfie “shake” on boAt; touch controls on Pebble).
- NFC payments (battery-free payment ring). (7 Ring)
- Water resistance typically 5–10 ATM/IP68, week-long batteries on better models. (Examples below)
Smart ring vs smartwatch – pros & cons
Pros of smart ring: They are discreet and very comfy to wear even while you sleep. A smart ring also offers better finger-site signals (often associated with better HRV/sleep fidelity) for activity tracking. Because of their tiny form factor, most smart rings can easily provide 4–8-day battery charge. Also compared to a smartwatch, a smart ring provides fewer distractions.
Cons of smart ring: The most obvious one being no screen. Also a smart ring provides simpler workout tools than sport watches. They also offer fewer third-party apps. Customised sizing matters for proper fit for a smart ring, whereas smart watches are more forgiving. Some smart ring models/platforms are phone-ecosystem-specific (e.g., Galaxy Ring is Android-only).
Smart ring options available in India
A) Under ₹10,000
boAt Smart Ring Active Plus (2025)
boAt’s 2025 refresh keeps the price ultra-low while adding auto HRV, stress and skin-temperature tracking to the popular Active. The stainless-steel body (sizes 7–12) stays feather-light (~4.7 g). You still get 20+ sports modes, 5 ATM resistance, a magnetic charging case, and the fun “shake & take” camera shutter via the Crest app. Battery life lands around 4–5 days for typical mixed use; a 90–120 min top-up gets you back on finger. As the first smart-ring, it covers all the wellness basics, throws in gestures, and costs less than many fitness bands – great value for students and casual users.
Key features:
- HR/SpO₂/HRV/stress
- skin temperature
- 20+ sports
- 5 ATM
- camera shake control
- magnetic case
- Android + iOS
- sizes 7–12
Pebble Iris (2024)
Pebble’s Iris focuses on touch/gesture controls for music, slides and navigation, alongside solid wellness basics. You get continuous HRV during sleep, body temperature, SpO₂, heart-rate and multi-sport tracking, wrapped in stainless steel with an anti-bacterial coating. Sleep analytics and a “recovery” view target day-to-day readiness, and there’s an SOS gesture for emergencies. Expect ~4 days on a charge and app-based toggles for the touch surface (which sleeps when idle to save power). Exclusively sold on Pebble’s site in India at launch pricing, Iris is a neat utility-driven budget pick if you want gestures plus sleep depth on the cheap.
Key features:
- Smart-touch/gestures
- HRV & body temp
- HR/SpO₂
- sleep & recovery
- Multi-sport
- SOS gesture
- magnetic charging
- Android + iOS
7 Ring (NFC payment ring) – battery-free
If you want tap-to-pay on your finger, this is the one. 7 Ring embeds a RuPay-certified secure element linked to a prepaid wallet in the companion app – so you can pay at contactless POS terminals without your phone. It’s passive (no battery/charging), IP68 waterproof, zirconia- ceramic outside with hypoallergenic inner band, and ships with a free sizing kit. It’s not a health tracker – purely payments and perks – so many users pair it with a health ring or watch. Pricing typically ranges ~₹4,777–₹7,000 depending on invite/offers. A niche pick, but unmatched for frictionless daily payments.
Key features:
- RuPay NFC payments
- Battery-free
- wallet-linked (not your bank a/c)
- IP68 rating
- zirconia ceramic
- 7 sizes + sizing kit
- Android & iOS app
Pi Ring Pro (2024/25)
A budget-friendly ceramic-shell ring with sleep, HR, SpO₂, skin temp and steps in a clean design (black/white). It’s IPX8 water-resistant and weighs ~4.5 g. Pi quotes ~3 days of battery life – shorter than rivals but acceptable if you charge mid-week. Works with Android 9+/iOS 13.6+ and includes a magnetic dock. For under ₹8.5K, the Pro covers the wellness essentials and looks more like jewelry than a gadget. Note that Pi is a newer brand in India; while it’s officially on sale, app polish and long-term support are still maturing. Good option if you prioritize aesthetics at minimum cost.
Key features:
- Sleep/HR/SpO₂/temp
- IPX8
- ~3-day battery
- zirconia ceramic + steel inner
- magnetic charge
- Android + iOS
- sizes 16–21
| Feature / Model | boAt Smart Ring Active Plus | Pebble Iris (2024) | 7 Ring (NFC Payment) | Pi Ring Pro (2024/25) |
| Price Range | ₹3,999 | ₹5,999 | ₹5,000–₹7,000 | ₹8,499 |
| Primary Focus | Wellness + gestures | Gestures + sleep/recovery | Tap-to-pay (NFC) | Wellness + design |
| Body/Material | Stainless steel | Stainless steel + anti-bacterial coating | Zirconia ceramic outer + hypoallergenic inner | Zirconia ceramic + steel inner |
| Weight | ~4.7 g | ~5 g (approx) | Passive, no electronics | ~4.5 g |
| Sizes | 7–12 | 9-11 | 7 sizes + free sizing kit | 16–21 |
| Water Resistance | 5 ATM | IP68 | IP68 | IPX8 |
| Health Tracking | HR, SpO₂, HRV, stress, skin temp, 20+ sports | HR, SpO₂, HRV (sleep), body temp, multi-sport | None | HR, SpO₂, sleep, skin temp, steps |
| Special Features | Shake-to-click camera, magnetic charging case | Smart touch/gestures, SOS gesture, recovery insights | RuPay NFC payments (battery-free) | Jewelry-like design |
| Sleep Tracking | Yes (with HRV/stress insights) | Yes (detailed, with recovery) | No | Yes |
| Gestures/Controls | Camera shutter via shake | Music/slides/navigation control | Payment tap only | None |
| Connectivity | Android + iOS (Crest app) | Android + iOS (Pebble app) | Android + iOS (wallet app) | Android + iOS |
| Battery Life | 4–5 days | ~4 days | No battery (passive) | ~3 days |
| Charging | 90–120 min (magnetic case) | Magnetic dock | No charging needed | Magnetic dock |
B) ₹10,000 – ₹20,000
Noise Luna Ring (Gen 1, 2024–25)
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India’s mass-market alternative to Oura focuses on sleep and recovery with HR, HRV, SpO₂, temp and activity scoring inside a titanium band (multiple colors). No subscription. Reviewers praise its sleep insights and usability; complaints include sub-5-day battery for some users and early-gen app quirks. It’s widely available online/offline in India at ₹14,999–₹19,999. If you want polished sleep tracking, women’s-health features, and a well-known Indian brand at mid-tier pricing, Luna is an easy recommendation – especially if you prefer avoiding monthly fees.
Key features:
- Titanium build
- HR/SpO₂/HRV/temp
- Detailed sleep & readiness
- Android + iOS
- No subscription
- ~4–6-day battery
- 5 ATM
Gabit Smart Ring (2024/25)
A feature-packed titanium ring that tracks sleep stages, HR, SpO₂, HRV, temp and even estimates VO₂ Max; the brand frames it around four pillars – sleep, fitness, nutrition, stress – with 7-day battery and 5 ATM resistance. Reviews in India rate accuracy well for vitals, while asking for better women’s-health tracking and broader sync options (Apple/Google Fit were limited at launch). At ~₹13K–₹13.8K, Gabit offers huge value and no subscription for core metrics – great for data-hungry users who want more than basics without breaking the bank.
Key features:
- Titanium
- HR/SpO₂/HRV/temp
- VO₂ Max est
- Sleep & stress tracking
- ~7-day battery
- 5 ATM
- Android + iOS
- No subscription
Pi Ring X (often on sale ~₹11,999)
Pi’s step-up model switches to titanium alloy, slims to ~2.6 mm, and drops weight to ~2.5 g. It adds HRV to the usual HR/SpO₂/temp/sleep set, aims for ~6 days battery, and is IP68 rated. Multiple color finishes (silver/black/gold) let it double as minimal jewelry. For buyers who like the Pi look but want better stamina/materials than the Pro, the X is the sweet spot – especially when discounted to ₹11,999. As a newer brand, vet return/warranty and app comfort, but the spec-to- price is solid.
Key features:
- Titanium alloy
- HR/SpO₂/HRV/temp
- Sleep tracking
- ~6-day battery
- IP68 rating
- 2.5 g weight
- Android + iOS support
| Feature / Model | Noise Luna Ring (Gen 1, 2024–25) | Gabit Smart Ring (2024/25) | Pi Ring X (2024/25) |
| Price Range | ₹14,999 – ₹19,999 | ₹13,000 – ₹13,800 | ₹11,999 (sale) |
| Primary Focus | Sleep & recovery insights | All-round wellness + VO₂ Max | Lightweight + design-first |
| Body/Material | Titanium (multi-colors) | Titanium | Titanium alloy |
| Weight | Not specified (~3–4 g est.) | Not specified (~4–5 g est.) | ~2.5 g (very light) |
| Thickness | Standard ring (~3 mm) | Standard ring | Slim ~2.6 mm |
| Water Resistance | 5 ATM | 5 ATM | IP68 |
| Health Tracking | HR, SpO₂, HRV, temp, sleep & readiness | HR, SpO₂, HRV, temp, VO₂ Max, sleep, stress | HR, SpO₂, HRV, temp, sleep |
| Special Features | Women’s health tracking, polished app | VO₂ Max est., nutrition/stress framework | Multiple color finishes, jewelry-like form |
| Sleep Tracking | Detailed with readiness score | Yes (stages + stress) | Yes |
| Gestures/Controls | None | None | None |
| Connectivity | Android + iOS | Android + iOS (limited Google/Apple Fit sync at launch) | Android + iOS |
| Subscription | None | None | None |
| Battery Life | ~4–6 days | ~7 days | ~6 days |
| Charging | Magnetic dock | Magnetic dock | Magnetic dock |
C) ₹20,000 – ₹30,000
Ultrahuman Ring Air (2023/24-present)
Made-in-India ring for serious sleep/recovery tracking: ultra-light (~2.4 g) titanium body, HR/HRV/SpO₂/temp, 6-axis motion sensors and daily actionable insights. It integrates with the Ultrahuman ecosystem (e.g., M1 glucose program) and does not require a subscription for ring data. Real-world reviews note strong insights and improving battery via firmware; typical battery is ~4–6 days, water resistance up to 100 m on retail listings. If you want deep-dive readiness/sleep and an Indian brand with frequent updates, this is a top pick in the prosumer bracket.
Key features:
- ~2.4 g titanium
- HR/HRV/SpO₂/temp
- 6-axis motion
- ~4–6-day battery
- Up to 100m water resistance
- No subscription
- Android + iOS support
Amazfit Helio Ring (2024/25)
Amazfit’s athlete-leaning ring adds an EDA sensor for stress and “emotional state” trends, on top of HR/HRV/SpO₂, VO₂ Max estimates and personalized sleep coaching in the Zepp app. The titanium-alloy ring is slim/light and plays nicely with Amazfit watches for combined insights. Battery is quoted around ~4 days with fast wireless charging and rugged 10 ATM water resistance. For runners and heavy trainers who want readiness + stress mapping – and those already in Zepp – Helio is a powerful, India-official option around ₹24,999.
Key features:
- Titanium alloy
- HR/SpO₂/EDA/HRV
- VO₂ Max & readiness
- sleep coaching (Zepp)
- 10 ATM
- Fast charge
- Android + iOS support
| Feature / Model | Ultrahuman Ring Air (2023/24–present) | Amazfit Helio Ring (2024/25) |
| Price Range | ₹22,499 – ₹29,999 | ₹24,999 |
| Primary Focus | Sleep & recovery, metabolic insights | Athletes, training readiness + stress mapping |
| Body/Material | Titanium | Titanium alloy |
| Weight | ~2.4 g (ultra-light) | Slim & light (not specified, ~3–4 g est.) |
| Sensors | HR, HRV, SpO₂, temp, 6-axis motion | HR, HRV, SpO₂, EDA (stress), VO₂ Max |
| Special Features | Integrates with Ultrahuman ecosystem (e.g., glucose tracking) | EDA for stress/emotional state, VO₂ Max, sleep coaching |
| Water Resistance | Up to 100 m | 10 ATM |
| Battery Life | ~4–6 days (improving with firmware) | ~4 days |
| Charging | Standard magnetic dock | Fast wireless charging |
| Sleep Tracking | Deep readiness + recovery insights | Personalized sleep coaching (Zepp app) |
| Ecosystem/App | Ultrahuman app + ecosystem | Zepp app (syncs with Amazfit watches) |
| Subscription | No | No |
| Connectivity | Android + iOS | Android + iOS |
D) ₹30,000 and above
Samsung Galaxy Ring (2024/25)
Samsung’s first smart ring goes premium with Grade-5 titanium, 10 ATM + IP68, ~7-day battery and tight Samsung Health integration. It tracks sleep stages, HR, HRV, SpO₂ and activity, rolling it into an Energy Score and Galaxy AI-powered guidance in the app. Sizes 5–13 and three finishes (Black/Silver/Gold) keep it unisex and jewelry-like. It’s Android-only (best with Galaxy phones) and officially available in India from ₹38,999. If you use a Galaxy phone and want a screen-free wellness tracker that meshes with your watch/phone data without subscriptions, this is the most polished choice.
Key features:
- Grade-5 titanium
- HR/HRV/SpO₂/temp
- Energy Score & AI insights
- ~7-day battery
- 10 ATM + IP68 rating
- Sizes 5–13
- Android-only
| Feature / Model | Samsung Galaxy Ring (2024/25) |
| Price Range | ₹38,999 (India official) |
| Primary Focus | Premium wellness + Galaxy ecosystem integration |
| Body/Material | Grade-5 Titanium |
| Weight | Not specified (~2.5–3 g est.) |
| Sizes | 5–13 |
| Finishes | Black, Silver, Gold |
| Sensors | HR, HRV, SpO₂, temp |
| Special Features | Energy Score, Galaxy AI insights, deep Samsung Health integration |
| Sleep Tracking | Yes (stages + readiness) |
| Ecosystem/App | Galaxy Health (works best with Galaxy phones/wearables) |
| Water Resistance | 10 ATM + IP68 |
| Battery Life | ~7 days |
| Charging | Fast charging dock |
| Connectivity | Android-only (optimized for Galaxy devices) |
| Subscription | None |
FAQ on smart rings
Is a smart ring safe for health?
Yes, consumer smart rings use low-power LEDs and Bluetooth; they don’t emit continuous high- energy radiation. Payment rings like 7 Ring are passive (no battery) and only power up via the POS field. As with any wearable, follow skin-care hygiene and size correctly for comfort.
Are smart rings comfortable to wear daily?
Generally yes – weights are ~2.3–5 g and widths ~7–8 mm on modern designs (e.g., Galaxy Ring ~2.3–3 g, 7 mm wide). Order/try a sizing kit when offered to ensure proper fit for accuracy and comfort.
How accurate are smart ring’s blood-oxygen, blood-sugar and other measurements?
Smart rings measure SpO₂, HR, HRV, temp and motion well for trends, and their accuracy approaches good fitness watches, especially for sleep and HRV. No consumer ring measures blood sugar directly – some (e.g., Ultrahuman) integrate CGM programs, but glucose still requires a sensor. Treat data as wellness guidance, not medical diagnosis.
Do smart rings work for women’s-health tracking?
Many rings use temperature + HRV to model cycles/ovulation. Maturity varies; some reviews noted early-gen accuracy gaps, but platforms (Noise, Ultrahuman, others) continue to iterate.
How long does a smart ring’s battery last?
Budget rings: ~3–5 days (boAt ~4–5 days). Mid/premium: ~4–7 days (Ultrahuman ~4–6; Samsung ~7). Payment ring 7 Ring never needs charging.
Are smart rings waterproof? Can I swim with one?
Typical ratings: 5 ATM (50 m) on many, 10 ATM (100 m) on premium (Samsung/Amazfit), IP68 on others. Always confirm the model’s rating before diving.
Do I need a subscription for a smart ring?
Most India-first options (boAt, Noise, Gabit, Ultrahuman, Amazfit, Samsung) don’t require subscriptions for ring features. (Oura, popular globally, does – but it isn’t officially sold in India.)
Will a smart ring work with my phone?
All listed health rings support Android & iOS, except Samsung Galaxy Ring (Android-only). Payment ring works with both (for wallet top-ups).
Can I make payments with any smart ring?
No – only NFC payment rings like 7 Ring are meant for tap-to-pay in India; fitness-centric rings don’t have NFC payments.
How do I pick the right smart ring size?
Use the brand’s sizing kit (commonly free/refundable). Proper fit improves comfort and sensor accuracy; wear on index/middle/ring finger per brand guidance.
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