Oura Ring 5 Leaks Reveal Price Hike, And Your Health Data Could Cost You More
Stop the presses, because your next health upgrade might come with a sting. Leaked details for the upcoming Oura Ring 5 indicate the popular wearable is getting a hefty price bump, reportedly jumping to $499 for the base model—a $150 increase from the current Gen 4. For anyone tracking their sleep or daily wellness, this feels like a tax on your health routine. But here’s the catch: the new features, including advanced glucose monitoring and a "stress resilience" score, are reportedly locked behind a premium subscription tier. If you thought the $5.99 monthly fee was steep, insiders suggest the Oura Ring 5 could introduce a $9.99 plan to access these new sensors. That means your wallet is about to feel the pinch twice—once at checkout, and again every month. For the average user, this shift turns a one-time investment into a recurring expense that adds up to $120 a year. If you’re on a budget, hold off on pre-orders until the real-world tests confirm if the upgrade is worth the financial hit. Your pocketbook deserves better than paying extra for data that might not even change your morning habits.