Samsung Galaxy Ring: Scientific Review (Initial Test)

[@TheQuantifiedScientist]

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[@iKnowWhoIamWhoRu]

Are there any plans for testing of the Ultrahuman Ring?

[@Mau365PP]

Please review the Huawei watch D 😢

[@andreaslassak2111]

Do you will test also RingConn Gen 2 ?

[@Injaay]

@TheQuantifiedScientist Can you test Sennheiser Momentum Sport earplugs? They measure temperature and heart rate in the ears while you can listen to music. Would be nice to see if ear messurements and sennheisers algoritm is a good fit🤩

[@HenrikAaenMortensen]

Cant you make a comparement between the different rings. You have test of Samsung and Oura, but there are som interesting other rings on the market. Looking forward to see test of the other new rings

[@drd8251]

After I learned about the Galaxy ring in early July, I spent hours researching other health tracking rings and watches, which is how I discovered your channel. I appreciate how you scientifically and objectively validate your conclusions. I am 73 and more interested in health than fitness tracking. I was also leaning toward purchasing a ring because wearing a watch to bed didn’t appeal to me. I ended up buying the Pixel 2 watch based on your videos and I couldn’t be happier with my purchase, especially after watching this preliminary review of the Galaxy ring. I’ve rewarded your efforts, Rob, by becoming a subscriber. Thank you!

[@giridhranpalani3139]

Jesus...this product is pretty horrendous haha. How do companies have the guts to lie to people like this and charge them so much for a product that can barely do anything? A China made model could probably perform about the same for 1/10th of the price. Thanks for keeping us well informed @Rob! ❤

[@mussabgasmelseed5079]

Amazefit helio is more accurate few video test it in youtube but only available in usa now 😢😢

[@levipb1403]

You mean like the apple vision pro?

[@GlassoLT]

I'm shocked that both watches performs much better and are still far from accurate, gross samsung gross.

[@Lav-v9c]

@@levipb1403what is wrong with Apple Vision Pro? Have you even used it numb nut?

[@rocfella]

because consumers let them, and buy the products

[@johnMpower]

Samsung since 2 generations ago, can't improved accuracy of your health devices. It's crazy.

[@gianlucas]

More like 3! Since Galaxy Watch 4!!

[@johnMpower]

@@gianlucas you are right.

[@kris2694]

But they can raise prices... I haven't used Samsung wearables for a few years now, unfortunately they've fallen far behind in terms of accuracy

[@blinsmaslom3263]

The same could be said about Garmin sleep tracking, and most other manufacturers for that matter.

[@kris2694]

@@blinsmaslom3263 Which manufacturers? Xioami agree, Huawei agree, they have a difficult development. Garmin I disagree, yes sleep tracking seems to be not developing, but they add a bunch of other things, where a great example would be Venu 3 or Vivoactive 5, which work and are accurate, and Samsung is in almost every segment. And there is also the Coros brand, Fitbit will start moving after Google bought it, Apple doesn't have much to improve except battery life, because their watches are accurate.

[@nvgwd3r]

samsung engineers need to watch this video!

[@corneliusjermainehightower7539]

They need to be fired honestly its been years with trash accuracy.

[@NotShaikan]

I'm pretty sure they already know all this

[@lesleyhaan116]

@@NotShaikan that makes it even worse

[@anhla7989]

they ignored n give a fck

[@kroz7682]

What engineers 🤡🤡🤡

[@simonpikalov6136]

Thanks for the scientific approach. It's much better than making a review that just reads the specs.

[@falxonPSN]

First time on your channel, and boy am I impressed! Your channel name is no lie, that's for sure. The wealth of data combined with a solid testing methodology is very nice. Keep up the great work!

[@Snowmans.Cradle]

Review perfect as usual. But, man, Ultrahuman Ring, please. We are all waiting! :) Although I have already bought it, it's too late. I am comparing Whoop, Oura, and UH for myself. They show more or less the same results, and the trends are consistent.

[@mussabgasmelseed5079]

Helio amazefit is better

[@Snowmans.Cradle]

@@mussabgasmelseed5079 Okay, sure.

[@Snowmans.Cradle]

@@mussabgasmelseed5079 Yeah, sure, okay.

[@Lachlan1806]

I'd be super interested in a comparison, especially after reports online of it reporting a lower heart rate than true.

[@sci-piaskun]

As Samsung user I appreciate this video and tests you do. I'll hold up with any purchase, and daaaamn, why Apple Watch track pulse and sleep so much better! Samsung, do your homework!

[@DimitarBerberu]

Better get dedicated device rather than expensive Apple/Samsung gadgets that you have to upgrade frequently

[@SWOTHDRA]

​@@DimitarBerberu🤡 the watch SE is not that expensive and preforms really well

[@DimitarBerberu]

@@SWOTHDRA Is watch SE 9x better than my Amazfit band 7, based on price? I got 2 (me & partner) to have chargers in 2 places. Zepp app is amazing ;) My old/backup Note 8 measures SpO2 much better (calibrated with medical device)

[@stefan5414]

I feel like samsung just doesn't care about health metrics accuracy and purely focuses on delivering a product the average consumer that doesn't bother researching wether it's accurate or not. I find it very disappointing because i do love samsung devices, but this really brings me to the point where i am thinking about purely switching ecosystems.. Shame on you, samsung. Edit: whats the point of a health tracking ring that is not accurate? Is there even any reason to buy it, Since it has no other function?

[@abdsalamelkhamlichi6677]

Absolutely right. When a Xiaomi band that costs 40$ has better accuracy than a Samsung gadget you start to question the high price and all the features it advertises based on poor accuracy.

[@DillonBlair]

Completely agree. This is just another reason why I stick with Apple.

[@kasten8020]

@@DillonBlairsame only reason for apple watch. But in general I think or notice everything I know by myself. Eg apple watch says high temperature I feel sick too. Or bad sleep I know it before myself.

[@AinzOoalG0wn]

in no apple fan, but somehow they were able to release a good accuracy apple ultra gen2 ring..... why can't samsung? Shame on you 🤨

[@krollpeter]

Devices that provide health data should be legally required to perform with a certain accuracy. Regardless what are they considered, sport equipment or medical device or else. Otherwise, mark them with the world "toy" on the package. But guess what? It is the consumer who votes with their purchase. I heard the Galaxy ring sells in record numbers.

[@smarterphone6863]

Yesssss🎉🎉🎉🎉 I have been waiting for this review. Thank you thank you thank you

[@hasandizili2100]

When this Chanel doesnt exist, we customesr lose many things. Many thanks

[@sankaracchupassiveincome3587]

So it's not accurate.

[@mortenvinther8940]

The reference device is only 55-80% accurate compared to the golden standard polysomnography according to a large stardy published by ScienceDirect. No one knows which is more accurate. All these tests only shows what device agrees the most with the reference device - NOT real world accuracy.

[@GK-qc5ry]

Par for the course with Samsung. Sleep was okayish.

[@blink182bfsftw]

​@@mortenvinther8940 true! But heart rate tracking wasn't good either

[@ralymbetov]

Another job for Frodo and Samwise then

[@CorneliusJermaineHightower]

Basically

[@nnikor]

It's going to be a while still until it's released but your review about the Velia ring would be amazing as soon as that happens 🙌 it's imo the most promising smart ring at the moment

[@Lachlan1806]

Hi Rob, love the in depth analysis as always :) Also, I'd really appreciate a scientific review of the Ultrahuman Ring Air please! Every review online seems a bit doctored and I'd love to see it compared to the Galaxy Ring and Oura Ring. Thanks very much.

[@ciprianadrian21]

Thank you so much ! I was so close to buying this ring. You just saved me 400$!

[@SWOTHDRA]

Same

[@Wolf_Ray]

Ultrahuman review please

[@etforde]

This 😊

[@mikele7982]

This

[@morenzoe9520]

Thank you for the quick upload on the review!

[@MrJhoyer]

I have waited for this Test, thank you!

[@wottle1]

It's disappointing for the price. Would love to see how the ultra human and ringconn gen 2 ring do on your tests😊

[@brad.albania]

Amazing video. Really enjoyed the new additions to the review with VO2 max heart rate, heart rate sleeping and HRV data. I also enjoyed your more in depth analysis of the app. The app experiences for these wearables are a huge factor in their effectiveness. Keep up the good work!

[@vinny5915]

I was thinking about it. But from the look of this result, I think I will wait until you publish the full test.

[@kbous692]

Great analysis as usual! Awaiting the Ultrahuman review :)

[@MiguelRPD]

Oh my God yes. Ive been waiting for your review !

[@martdayniel5674]

Would you maybe like to test using both samsung ring with a samsung watch to observe the interaction of the two?

[@wckr]

So much this, please!

[@MainInternetUser]

Samsung under the new CEO is just cost cutting. Like with new generations a device should become better. Look at 3:26, the Galaxy watch 5 is up there at 97% accuracy. The watch 6 fell to 94%. Now at the watch 7, 77% accuracy that's ridiculously low. While the Huawei GT4 is high up with Apple watches, and it's cheaper than the Samsung and has longer battery life. They do the same on phones, the S24 ultra got a 5X lens instead of the S23 ultra 10X as a result it's slightly worse. Cust cutting everywhere people should boycott this brand that became worse than Apple

[@CheviChivo]

Yes, that would be great

[@francescob.3019]

this is inaccurate enough to be considered completely useless, like all samsung fitness/health trackers

[@somerandomfellow8321]

But but but you can use pinch gestures with it!

[@ElevatedVehicles]

Pinch gestures aren't available on any Samsung device except the new foldable. As of July 29 2024. However I'm sure there will be updates to older phones that will allow this

[@SWOTHDRA]

True

[@salasart]

your reviews are always the best

[@slipstreamscape]

65 VO2 max.. someday share your exercise regimen. 👍🏼

[@aravindbabu2771]

You are saving our money. Only hope on apple ring. Hope it does support android aswell.

[@abdsalamelkhamlichi6677]

Don`t keep your hopes. Apple would never support android with a niche product.

[@blink182bfsftw]

​@@abdsalamelkhamlichi6677 hope the EU regulates them to allow third parties to build apps on Android to use the ring

[@SolarGuy605]

Thank you for doing this one!

[@cgillit]

I've been holding off purchasing until I saw your review. Did not disappoint. Thank you so much for your work.

[@abhishekhati4504]

How is Ultrahuman Ring Air?

[@AnonymouSplit]

I would love to find that out myself

[@abhishekhati4504]

@@AnonymouSplit Great! Thank you

[@userxyz-e9n]

@@AnonymouSplit me too

[@Lachlan1806]

Second this :) Everything online only compares it to the Oura ring

[@i_boerni5814]

Yes, please review the Ultrahuman ring! Thanks!

[@theunknownsamurai7426]

As i suspected from your previous reviews of other Samsung devices. I had zero confidence that the ring would be any different.

[@Muntan_]

Quite unfortunate that it's this inaccurate, may I ask which finger you used it on? Usually rings recommend the index finger ☝️ My hypothesis is that these ring trackers will struggle when we grip things while using them, so I don't know if they'll ever be on par with smartwatches or chest straps. Nevertheless, I would love to see it compared to other smartrings like the Ultrahuman or the Ringconn

[@stefan5414]

@@Muntan_ this! Would be very curious to see results

[@justgaming6245]

you can see on the cycling bit , it's on his index.

[@Muntan_]

@@justgaming6245 but that could be one of the other rings he was testing

[@OneIdeaTooMany]

Business as usual for Samsung. Its the same inaccurate crap ive come to expect from them

[@stuartdummkoph128]

Thanks so much for this review. Will probably buy the ring just for heartrate stats while doing daily tasks, then put the H10 on for exercise

[@Dexter_000]

I can not imagine how somebody can buy any watch /ring without Your video . Take care !

[@csuedn]

i have a Samsung foldable phone, and I hope that the ring can be a game changer as I'm not really a big fan of subscription model, but this video proves that I will stick with my Fitbit for a while until finally migrating back to iphone

[@Caelo_music]

Interested in the ring form factor but no need for another health device, still exciting to see some new major players in the ring space.

[@Davedublin]

😂

[@openinfinity]

Samsung really needs to step it up!!

[@saiforos7928]

Hrv and sleep are probably the most important for rings seeing as they struggle with exercise.

[@paajas]

Excellent work! Thank you!🎉🎉🎉

[@anthonyz2989]

Cycling may be difficult because the ring is moving around a lot because you're grabbing the handle bars. Would love to see walking/jogging tests for the rings

[@black79montecarlo123]

A couple questions before i consider this ring: Did you wear it on the correct finger(index)? Do you think these issues are something that will be addressed/fixed with updates? Do you think the issues are due to limitations in hardware?

[@aaakmm1785]

HR measurements during night are a great idea. I think this should be shown in every review in the future.

[@PixelHunterLP]

I'd love to see a review of both the Galaxy Ring and Watch 7. Samsung claimed it will combine both data streams for more accurate results.

no point. Adding lousy ring data to questionable watch data isn't going to somehow make it awesome.

[@GodSEndOMG]

Nice job. Do you think is software or hardware level that the Samsung Ring so bad? I hope Apple just buy Oura ring.

[@AdmiralKird]

I'm glad to see data on another brand of ring tracker. If possible, is there any way you might do reviews on the Ultrahuman? I currently use a fitbit but I've been interested in their rings for a long time. While I like a good data analysis, I haven't felt the desire to leave a comment until now because I thought your channel was kinda sus since you haven't review Oura's competition before.

[@JahveAccensiGomez]

Could you test the Ultrahuman ring, please? Love the content!

[@Gamerglotzer]

Thanks a lot. I was waiting for this video. This smartring thing is pretty interesting in my opinion, lets see how the market and quality of these devices will evolve. Hopefully we are getting a good - very good ring without any subscription soon

[@Daniele0594]

Thank you for all your work. God bless you

[@jakeva9802]

Wow, it’s horrible. Absolute shame on Samsung for releasing such a pos device.

[@pcublogue]

It would be very interesting if you could test RingConn's sleep tracking. :)

[@zehph]

A good teste would be validating their claims of using both one of their new watches and the ring and their algorithm would compare and combine data from both for better accuracy. Not sure how you could confirm it, but I saw that being claimed in some reviews.

[@vtrykoz]

Hey Rob, thanks for detailed review. What app have you used to record nightly hrv with Polar H10?

[@iridebikes7998]

I love your content - always terrific quality of research and detail in your reviews. It seems like the Oura 3 is always in your top tier of smart rings…but do you have any plans to test or review the Ultrahuman Air? It seems compelling and doesn’t require a subscription model!

[@jebaker2]

Really interesting stuff, as usual! I don't think most people need these hyperaccurate results and are looking more at trends... though I could be wrong. But, hopefully, all these devices will get better as they evolve.

[@Michael-sb3zr]

Great content! What device are you using for the VO2-max measurement? Are you going to review that one, too? Keep up the good work!

[@nithianathan7962]

Its just shocking Huawei is the only decent health/ fitness tracker outside of Apple ecosystem. Here in Australia, Huawei is not sold by retailers. Dont understand how people can drop so much coin on Garmins when their accuracy is mediocre

[@caotuanvo8480]

Could you perhaps compare the performance of other rings, such as Ringconn or Ultrahuman, as well? Oura and Samsung are well known but there are some other rings that might score better. I would be curious

[@mohitkumar-uv4hs]

Hey, Thanks for picking good device as usual ❤❤❤

[@ElevatedVehicles]

Hopefully gen 2 gets: -nfc & MST -vibration motor -spin finger to volume up / volume down -SPo2 on demand -heart rate every 10 min

[@MrLoose26]

What's concerning is that samsung probably did know their ring was unreliable before releasing it but went for it regardless to turn a profit, thx for the heads up

[@tonysako]

the only review i care about is ringcon and ultra human ring version

[@tomatitofrickito3168]

Many thanks for that review!

[@amaycalv]

Excellent analysis, I like to see the videos of each product and thus know how it performs in health monitoring, with Samsung products I have always heard that it is better to wait months when it is better optimized and has improved its performance and software fixes, thanks to Rob for his analysis and conclusions on the Samsung Galaxy Ring, greetings and always LIKE

[@ScottPaulConley]

This guy is obviously a salesman for apple.

[@poe1234-m1j]

Are you dumb?

[@adityaveera3055]

I want to sincerely thank you Rob for all the hardwork you've put in to "Quantify" (puns intended) all the fitness metrics for tons of smart wearables over the last several years. It's easy for a company to market their product as superior/accurate, but it takes awesome, dedicated people like you to actually subject their claims to real world test.

[@ayde92829]

I would be very interested to see a secondary test with the ring devices on the left ring finger instead of other fingers

[@stefan5414]

Also, do you consider testing a galaxy watch and ring together? Samsung states it increases accuracy

[@jeppusahn]

Would love to see analyses on the Ringconn gen 2 and the ultrahuman rings! People seem to like them more since they dont have subscription plans

[@GadgeteerZA]

To be fair to Samsung's Ring, the Oura Ring makes no bones that it does not do active exercise heart rate monitoring, as it does its thing during sleep. But yes, even for sleep, I expected the Galaxy Ring to do better. I'll stick to my Oura Ring while it lasts, and maybe look at the Galaxy Ring when version 2 comes out.

[@matheussteinmetz]

I like you've shown the heath rate during sleeping. Could you always show us the HR and SPO2 during sleep? I love your reviews and I'm looking forward for watch 7. Again, thank you!🎉

[@-ross-7250]

I'd be interested to see a video on your training plan. What does a week training look like for you i.e. Cardio and strength, zone 2, intervals, vo2 max etc. Please make a video like this. Seeing your vo2 max is that high, I'd love to know your training to get there.

[@NYPISTOL]

Whats the most accurate sleep tracker you tested?

[@mikele7982]

Could you do the Ultrahuman ring test? I am torn between these rings... Lolz...

[@LouAnnBeuke]

Excellent review. Abysmal results for Samsung. I tried the ring and sending back due to poor performance from my testing and your review tells why! Its also not comfortable. Purchased the new Galaxy Watch 7. Reduced performance from the 6. Cant figure that.. disappointed in Samsung. May have look at the Pixel

[@jrbees929]

These Companies should hire you _before_ releasing any production model!

[@JonathanSanders458]

Why no ultrahuman yet? Love your reviews though!

[@AHMED-gs8wr]

That's why I'm waiting for your Reviews ❤ ❤ ❤ , Can you review Smart Scales? Efuy or other Brands You didn't review before, will be a good addition

[@sgill4833]

Great analysis! Forget the rings.

[@saulbauer]

Samsung says that if you use both (Watch/ring) they can like share data and complement each other. Have you try using both at the same Time?

that won't help. Adding lousy data from the ring to the watch isn't going to improve things.

[@kodiak799]

I think Samsung said if you wear both, the watch will go into sleep mode "to save power" while the ring tracks your sleep. So they probably mean the watch during the day or during exercise will deliver better results. Typically misleading.

[@jonathag2000]

Thanks as always for your reviews. Was excited about this product but will pass on it.

[@harryhatzi]

You should review ringconn ring 2 and ultrahuman air. Ringconn states that their ring is detecting sleep apnoia around 90-99% which is quite impressive

[@Zeio]

Great video!! Excelent!!!

[@yildiraykomurcu]

Hi Rob, thank you for the great review. May I ask you something ? Can you make a table of measurement frequencies of the latest generation devices from each brand ? Both in 7/24 mode and in sports mode ? That would be very beneficial for your followers.

[@sergiuman3985]

have you made a long term test with the ring? Did they improve the accuracy?

[@jamesrobison584]

Please can you test some smart scales for accuracy. Thanks for all your hard work and informative videos

[@UKSparhawk]

Samsung has said the ring and watch can work together, do you know or have you tested whether wearing both devices improves tracking? I mean if it doesn't I'll stick to my oura gen 3 and might even consider switching watches. I'm not a particularly active person and mostly uses it for over all health and particularly sleep tracking

[@AmitKumar-cx1zk]

can you share the Ultrahuman air ring scientific Review

[@Dallas-klay]

Thank you

[@Saari1989]

Hey @TheQuantifiedScientist, Have you considered making a comparison video between the Galaxy Ring and the other competition: Oura 3, RingConn Gen 2 and UltraHuman stats?

[@Rev3rence]

Can you become a triathlete in your free time and start covering swimming performance of devices as well please? :3 Jokes aside , I'd love to see more analyses of devices under water, for swim tracking..

[@tuapuikia]

I'm not joking, I been waiting for you to review the samsung ring since the launch. Now I know what to buy.

[@GlitterGuru]

I think health trackers need to pass some sort of verification before being sold, like the FCC

they aren't medical devices.

[@GodOfChaos_HeXa]

still, they should have to be somewhat accurat to medical devices. this shit is just scamming consumers

[@tootalltube]

Thanks. Please test the Ringconn.

[@romanr.b.7821]

On what parameters your comperison is made , why garmin is in the middle of your graphics and all over the youtube Garmin beats the applewatch when it comes to data

[@DJ-gn7zg]

This has got me more interested in the rings if I ever was to go back to analog watches.. speaking of analog, do you have any reviews coming for the new Withings watches??? They are using newer generation of sensors since the last models you reviewed

[@djamaldraco8725]

I hate how everything on apple just seems to work while samsung keeps on fumbling their landing like a drunk gymnast with vertigo or a boeing 357

[@abdsalamelkhamlichi6677]

Lol so true 😅

[@Lav-v9c]

There is a reason why Apple is Apple and i think there are enough customers in the world for a company like Apple to exist

[@cankonukoglu5016]

you are legend