Health wearables now come in two popular shapes: the classic smartwatch on your wrist and the smart ring on your finger. Both can track your heart, sleep and activity around the clock, but they feel very different in daily life. Here we compare our two bestsellers, the VitalityWatch Glucose Smart Ring and the All in One Artificial Intelligence VitalityWatch, to help you choose.
Side by side
| Glucose Smart Ring | AI VitalityWatch | |
|---|---|---|
| Form | Titanium ring, sizes 6 to 13 | Watch with a big, bright round screen |
| Glucose | Non-invasive glucose trend monitoring | No |
| Heart rate, HRV, SpO2 | Yes, 24/7 | Yes, 24/7 |
| Sleep | Sleep Score, stages, SpO2 and heart rate during sleep | Sleep stages, sleep score and AI morning tips |
| Stress and temperature | Yes | Yes |
| Fitness | VO2 Max, steps, calories, many sports | Steps, calories, 100+ sport modes |
| Screen on the device | No, data in the app | Yes, read everything on your wrist |
| Special features | Women's health cycle tracking, 50 m water resistance | AI health reports in plain English, heart rate alerts, SOS |
| App and subscription | Free app, no subscription | Free app, no subscription |
Choose the Glucose Smart Ring if...
- You want to follow your glucose trends without finger pricks. This is the ring's unique feature.
- You want something discreet that looks like jewelry and doesn't get in the way when you type, lift or sleep.
- Sleep tracking matters to you. Many people find a ring more comfortable than a watch at night.
- You swim or shower with your tracker on. The ring is water-resistant to 50 m.
Learn more in how the Glucose Smart Ring works, and use our ring size guide to find your fit.
Choose the AI VitalityWatch if...
- You want to see your data at a glance. The big, bright screen is easy to read, even without glasses.
- You like clear explanations. The AI turns your numbers into short, plain-English reports and tips.
- You want alerts on your wrist, such as a gentle tap when your heart rate leaves the range you set, plus an SOS function.
- You are buying for a parent or grandparent. Simple menus and a readable screen make it one of our most-gifted products.
Read our full guide: AI Health Watch explained.
Can I wear both?
Yes. Some customers wear the AI VitalityWatch during the day for its screen and alerts, and the Glucose Smart Ring around the clock for glucose trends and sleep. Both work with iPhone and Android and neither charges a monthly fee.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better for sleep tracking, a ring or a watch?
Both track sleep stages and give you a sleep score. Many people find a ring more comfortable to wear in bed, which helps you track every night consistently.
Which one tracks blood glucose?
The Glucose Smart Ring. It offers non-invasive glucose trend monitoring, while the AI VitalityWatch focuses on heart, sleep, stress and activity.
Do either of them need a subscription?
No. Both use free apps with no monthly fees.
Ready to choose? See the Glucose Smart Ring or the AI VitalityWatch, or browse all VitalityWatch health devices.
Disclaimer: VitalityWatch devices are wellness trackers, not medical devices, and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. Consult a healthcare professional for medical concerns.