Oura Health Oy unveiled the Oura Ring 5, a compact smart ring that is 40% smaller than its predecessor and bundles blood‑pressure monitoring alongside more than 50 health metrics.. The device hits the market on June 4 with a $399 price tag and requires a $70 annual subscription for full feature access.

Oura Ring 5 launches June 4 at $399

The new ring arrives on June 4 and can be pre‑ordered now, according to the company’s announcement . at $399, it sits below many current‑generation smartwatches, which often start above $500 and may also need separate service fees.

Blood‑pressure monitoring adds hypertension alerts

CEO Tom Hale highlighted the ring’s ability to detect potential signs of hypertension or sleep apnea via the Health Radar menu in the Oura app. This capability marks the first time Oura has marketed a wearable as a direct blood‑pressure monitor,a claim that could attract users with chronic health concerns.

Subscription model adds $70 annual fee for advanced metrics

Beyond the upfront cost ,Oura requires a $70 yearly subscription to unlock the full suite of over 50 metrics, including the new blood‑pressure data. as reported, this mirrors the recurring‑fee structure of many smartwatch platforms, raising questions about overall value for cost‑conscious consumers .

Privacy tweaks give users more data control

In response to earlier criticism over data sharing, Oura introduced privacy settings that let users decide which information the company can access. According to the release, these controls are intended to reassure customers wary of health‑data exploitation.

What data accuracy claims remain unverified?

While Oura promises clinical‑grade monitoring, independent validation of the ring’s blood‑pressure readings has not yet been published. The public will have to judge whether the device can match the accuracy of traditional cuff‑based devices, a point the company has not fully substantiated.