Ultrahuman Ring AIR Review 2026: Not Sold in the US, and What to Buy Instead
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Updated November 4, 2026: prices re-checked on each vendor's US store or pricing page. Compared from vendor specs and pricing pages, not tested hands-on.
As of November 2026, Ultrahuman's US store cannot sell or ship the Ring AIR to US addresses, so a US buyer should look at the Ring PRO at $479 (read November 4, 2026), which Ultrahuman says has "no recurring subscription fees for accessing your data". Max and PowerPlugs are optional paid add-ons. Of the US-orderable alternatives, RingConn Gen 2 Air ($199) is the cheapest, Oura Ring 5 ($399 to $499) is the pick for Oura's app, and Samsung's Galaxy Ring starts at $299.99 before trade-in. This page reviews the Ring AIR with that context.
The Ring AIR in the US today
Ultrahuman's US site carries this cart message: "We're currently unable to sell or ship Ring AIR to U.S. addresses. Remove it from your cart to check out, or shop Ring PRO instead." The US shop lists no Ring AIR, and the AIR's product URLs (/us/ring-air/ and /us/ring-air/buy/) return 404 (read November 4, 2026). Every AIR spec on this page, and its $349 figure, comes from the "Compare PRO vs AIR" table on Ultrahuman's Ring PRO buy page, read November 4, 2026.
That table prints the AIR at $349 (read November 4, 2026). The number is on the page, but the same store says it cannot ship the AIR to a US address, so a US buyer has no way to order it from Ultrahuman.
Oura, which brought the case at the US International Trade Commission (ITC), says in its October 21, 2025 post that the ITC's final ruling enforces exclusion and cease-and-desist orders, "effectively banning the import and sale of Ultrahuman smart rings in the U.S." On October 22, 2026, TechCrunch reported that the redesigned Ring PRO had received a favorable ruling from US Customs and Border Protection in March 2026, and that Oura had filed a complaint in a federal court in Texas alleging that the Ring PRO infringes two of its patents, and that it seeks "monetary damages and a permanent injunction that would stop Ultrahuman from selling the ring."
The Ring PRO: the ring Ultrahuman sells in the US
The Ring PRO is the model Ultrahuman's US store sells today. Its buy page lists the ring with the PRO Charging Case, and its structured data marks it in stock. The buy page offers a trade-in credit of up to $115 and a free sizing kit with sizes 5 to 14, which the page says you keep and do not return. A delivery option of $15 to your door appears beside the Best Buy pickup choice, and the page says shipping and tax are added at checkout.
The Ring PRO's FAQ says there are "no recurring subscription fees for accessing your data" and that the ring is a "simple, one-time purchase". Ultrahuman Max, its optional bundle, is the main recurring option on the buy page. The cost section below covers it.
See the Ring PRO on Ultrahuman's US store
Ring AIR specs against the Ring PRO
The table lists the AIR and the Ring PRO as Ultrahuman's own comparison table states them, read on November 4, 2026. Cells are shortened from the vendor's wording, and N/A is the table's own entry.
| Spec | Ring AIR | Ring PRO |
|---|---|---|
| US availability | Not sold or shipped to US addresses | In stock on the US store |
| Price on the US store | $349, printed in the comparison table only | $479 |
| Battery life | 4 to 6 days | Up to 15 days (Turbo Mode about 12 days, Chill Mode 15 or more); up to 45 days with the PRO Charging Case |
| Weight | 2.4 g | 3.3 to 4.8 g |
| Thickness | 2.4 mm | 2.65 mm (varies by size) |
| Water resistance | 100 m / 328 ft | 100 m / 328 ft |
| Sizes | 5 to 14 | 5 to 14 |
| Colours | Raw Titanium, Aster Black, Matte Grey, Bionic Gold, Space Silver | Raw Titanium, Aster Black, Bionic Gold, Space Silver |
| Sensors | Temperature, PPG, 6-axis IMU | Temperature, redesigned PPG, 6-axis IMU |
| On-device storage | 4 days of data (internal flash only) | Up to 250 days of data (internal and external flash) |
| Charging | Wireless charging pad, about 180 minutes to full charge | PRO Charging Case with UltraSnap magnetic charging |
| Processor | Single-core | Dual-core with on-chip machine learning |
| Safety feature | N/A in the table | ProRelease, which Ultrahuman says lets the ring be cut if a finger swells or is injured |
What the Ring AIR does well
On Ultrahuman's own numbers, the AIR is the lighter ring. At 2.4 g it weighs less than the PRO's 3.3 to 4.8 g, and it is 2.4 mm thick against the PRO's 2.65 mm, which varies by size. It keeps the same 100 m water rating as the PRO, and the same 5 to 14 size range.
- The AIR lists temperature, PPG and a 6-axis IMU, the same sensor types as the PRO, which adds a redesigned PPG.
- Its charger is an open wireless pad rather than the PRO's magnetic case. The table gives about 180 minutes to a full charge.
- The table prints the AIR at $349 against the PRO's figure, a $130 gap, although the AIR cannot be bought in the US.
The AIR's own subscription terms are not on any page we could read today, because its product page returns a 404. The PRO's FAQ says there is no recurring fee to access ring data. We did not confirm the AIR's FAQ, so treat its plan terms as unverified.
The catch
The biggest catch is that the AIR cannot be ordered from Ultrahuman in the US. The rest are trade-offs, with each figure attributed to its vendor:
- Battery. Ultrahuman's table gives the AIR 4 to 6 days and the PRO about 12 days in Turbo Mode and 15 or more in Chill Mode. RingConn lists the Gen 2 Air at 10 days, Oura lists the Ring 5 at up to 6 to 9 days, and Samsung lists the Galaxy Ring at up to 7 days on a charge.
- Storage on the ring. The AIR holds 4 days of data on internal flash only. The PRO's table lists up to 250 days of data.
- No case. The AIR charges on an open pad. The PRO's case adds up to 45 days of battery, and the AIR's table lists no case.
- No ProRelease. The PRO has ProRelease, which Ultrahuman says lets the ring be cut if a finger swells or is injured. The AIR's table entry for safety is N/A.
Which rings can you buy in the US
Ultrahuman's US store also lists the Ring Rare, a gold and platinum ring. The page we read does not print its price in the HTML, so it is left out of the cost table. The Oura, RingConn and Samsung alternatives below are the rings a US buyer can order from each brand's own US site today.
Recurring costs over 12 and 24 months
Dupple data: computed from vendor prices on November 4, 2026. Each plan is multiplied by 12 and by 24 months, and each total adds the device price once. The rows show the ring alone where no plan is needed, and the ring plus the plan the vendor sells with it where one is on offer.
| Setup | Total, 12 months | Total, 24 months |
|---|---|---|
| Ring AIR, $349 (not orderable from the US store) | $349.00 | $349.00 |
| Ring PRO, no plan | $479.00 | $479.00 |
| Ring PRO plus Ultrahuman Max at the one-year price | $578.99 | $678.98 |
| Oura Ring 5, Silver or Black, no membership (Oura says insights are much more limited) | $399.00 | $399.00 |
| Oura Ring 5 plus membership at $69.99 a year | $468.99 | $538.98 |
| RingConn Gen 2 Air, $199, no plan | $199.00 | $199.00 |
| RingConn Gen 3, $349, no plan | $349.00 | $349.00 |
| Samsung Galaxy Ring from $299.99 before trade-in, no plan on the page | $299.99 | $299.99 |
The arithmetic, once: Ring PRO device + one year of Max at $99.99 = $578.99; device + 2 × $99.99 = $678.98. Oura Ring 5 device + $69.99 = $468.99; device + 2 × $69.99 = $538.98. Monthly Oura billing would be $5.99 × 12 = $71.88 a year and $5.99 × 24 = $143.76 over two years, which is $1.89 more than the annual plan if every month is paid. Oura says new members get their first month free, which would cut $5.99 from year one on monthly billing; its page does not say whether the annual plan gets a free month. The buy page prints Max at 3 months and at one year but not how it renews, so the table assumes a second year at the one-year price.
Over two years, the lowest total among the rows a US buyer can order is RingConn Gen 2 Air at $199 with no plan. The Ring PRO costs $479 with no plan, and $678.98 over two years with Max. Adding Oura's membership lifts the Oura Ring 5 total above the PRO's bare price, at $538.98 against the PRO's no-plan total.
Check Ultrahuman Max and the Ring PRO on its US store before you add a plan.
The alternatives you can order in the US
The three brands below are chosen because a buyer cross-shops them with the Ring AIR. Each is the current model a US buyer can order from its brand's own US store. They are not ranked. Read the one that matches your phone and your budget.
Oura Ring 5: for Oura's app and membership
$399 to $499 (read November 4, 2026). Oura's Ring 5 store page prints $399 for the Silver and Black finishes and $499 for Gold, Deep Rose, Stealth and Brushed Silver. Oura's membership page prices it for US members at $5.99 a month, or $69.99 annually, before tax. The Ring 5 page says the ring's battery lasts "up to 6-9 days" depending on size and use, weighs from 2 grams, and is waterproof to 100 m and IP68 rated. Oura's Ring 4 is also on sale, at $349 to $499 in its comparison table; the card is the Ring 5 because Oura's store leads with it.
Pick it instead if you want Oura's membership app and can pay the ring's price. The catch: its $499 finishes are the highest ring price on this page, the charging case is sold separately, and Oura says that without membership "your Oura Ring and Oura App will still function, but the insights, personal health data, and benefits you receive will be much more limited" (membership page, read November 4, 2026).
RingConn Gen 2 Air: the lowest price on this page
$199 (read November 4, 2026). RingConn's product page prints a sale price and a regular price, both $199.00 USD, so the page shows no discount. Its structured data carries a price-valid-until date of November 13, 2026. Its comparison table lists the subscription fee as free, the battery as 10 days and the weight as 2.5 to 4 g.
Pick it instead if you want the lowest up-front price on this page with no subscription fee. The catch: 10 days of battery is shorter than the PRO's Turbo Mode figure of about 12 days. RingConn's US catalogue lists a charging dock at $39.90 (read November 4, 2026).
RingConn's Gen 3 starts at $349 on its own US page (read November 4, 2026). It lists up to 14 days of battery with vibration off, 100 m water resistance and no subscription. Pick the Gen 3 over the Gen 2 Air only if the extra battery life is worth $150 to you.
RingConn's Gen 2 Air product page
Samsung Galaxy Ring: for a Samsung phone
From $299.99 before trade-in (read November 4, 2026). Samsung's US Galaxy Ring page prints "From $299.99 before trade-in", with a trade-in credit offered on a limited-time basis. The page did not print an end date we could read. It gives up to 7 days of battery from a charge and up to 14 days with a full cradle charge, and it says the ring has a 10ATM and IP68 water rating.
Pick it instead if you already use a Samsung Galaxy phone. The catch: Samsung's page says Galaxy AI features require a compatible Samsung Galaxy phone, and some features need the Samsung Health app and a Samsung account. Check which features you need before you buy, since the page ties several of them to a Samsung phone.
Who should buy which
- A US buyer who wants an Ultrahuman ring: the Ring PRO, which Ultrahuman says has no recurring subscription fees for accessing ring data. Add Max only if you want its extras.
- A US buyer who wants the lowest price: RingConn Gen 2 Air at $199, with no subscription fee on RingConn's page.
- A buyer who wants Oura's app: Oura Ring 5, plus the membership if you use it.
- A Samsung Galaxy phone owner: Samsung Galaxy Ring from $299.99 before trade-in.
- A buyer outside the US: check Ultrahuman's store for your country. We did not read any other country's store.
Skip the Ring AIR if you live in the US, because Ultrahuman's store cannot ship it to you. If you would rather not pay for an app membership, the RingConn Gen 2 Air at $199 is the lower-cost option with no subscription fee.
FAQ
Can I buy the Ultrahuman Ring AIR in the US?
Not from Ultrahuman's US store. Its site carries a cart message saying it is "currently unable to sell or ship Ring AIR to U.S. addresses" and suggests the Ring PRO instead (read November 4, 2026). We did not check resellers.
How long does the Ring AIR battery last?
Ultrahuman's comparison table lists the AIR at 4 to 6 days and the PRO at up to 15 days, with Turbo Mode at about 12 days and Chill Mode at 15 or more. The AIR's charging pad takes about 180 minutes to a full charge, according to the same table.
Does the Ring PRO need a subscription?
Ultrahuman's PRO FAQ says there are "no recurring subscription fees for accessing your data" and calls the ring a one-time purchase. Paid extras are optional: Ultrahuman Max starts at $29.97 for 3 months or $99.99 for a year on the buy page, and some PowerPlugs cost extra.
What do the PowerPlugs cost?
Some are free. Ultrahuman's PowerPlugs page lists Cardio Adaptability at $2.9 a month, Tesla Sync at $6.9 a month and Cycle & Ovulation Pro at $3.99 a month, and it marks Caffeine Window, Phase Alignment, Vitamin D and Cycle & Ovulation as free (read November 4, 2026). The page says charges apply only to "medical-grade experiences or partner-developed solutions".
Is the sizing kit free?
On the PRO's buy page, yes: the sizing kit is listed as "FREE", with sizes 5 to 14, and the page says it is yours to keep, with no returns required.
Does the Ultrahuman app work on iPhone and Android?
Ultrahuman's site links to its app on the App Store and on Google Play, as shown on its US Ring PRO page (read November 4, 2026). We did not install the app.
Which is cheaper over two years, the Ring PRO or the Oura Ring 5?
The Oura Ring 5 is $80 cheaper than the PRO with no plan. With Oura's membership at $69.99 a year, it costs $538.98 over 24 months, which is $59.98 more than the PRO with no plan. Oura says the ring still works without membership, but its insights, personal health data and benefits are "much more limited" (membership page, read November 4, 2026), so the $399 row is not a like-for-like comparison.
Methodology
We read Ultrahuman's US store pages (shop, Ring PRO, the PRO buy page and PowerPlugs), Oura's US Ring 4 and Ring 5 store pages and membership page, RingConn's US product pages and US catalogue, and Samsung's US Galaxy Ring page, all on November 4, 2026. We did not test any of these rings hands-on. The Ring AIR's own page returns a 404, so its specs come from the comparison table on Ultrahuman's PRO page.
The alternatives are not ranked. Each one is a current model a US buyer can order from its brand's own US site, with one brand per card (RingConn has two models on one card). They were chosen because a buyer cross-shops them with the AIR.
Sources
- Ultrahuman US shop, read November 4, 2026
- Ultrahuman Ring PRO buy page, US, with the AIR comparison table, read November 4, 2026
- Ultrahuman Ring PRO page, US, read November 4, 2026
- Ultrahuman PowerPlugs, US, read November 4, 2026
- Oura Ring 5 store page, read November 4, 2026
- Oura Ring 4 store page, read November 4, 2026
- Oura Membership, read November 4, 2026
- Oura's account of the ITC case, updated October 21, 2025, read November 4, 2026
- TechCrunch, Oura sues Ultrahuman again (published October 22, 2026, read November 4, 2026)
- RingConn Gen 2 Air, US product page, read November 4, 2026
- RingConn Gen 3, US product page, read November 4, 2026
- RingConn US product catalogue, read November 4, 2026
- Samsung Galaxy Ring, US page, read November 4, 2026
Related reading
- Ultrahuman vs Oura: the two rings on price, plans and fit
- RingConn vs Oura, compared on price and subscription
- WHOOP vs Oura for buyers who want a band or a ring
- Smart ring alternatives for buyers who want no subscription
Check Ultrahuman's US store before you buy, since the AIR is not on it. Open the Ring PRO on Ultrahuman's US store.
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