# Samsung Galaxy Ring

Manufacturer: [Samsung Electronics](/companies/samsung)  
Category: biometric

## Summary

The Samsung Galaxy Ring is available for purchase directly from Samsung's website with a Buy Now button; a sizing kit is offered for customers who do not know their ring size. The Samsung Galaxy Ring is priced from $299.99 USD before trade-in, with up to $150 instant trade-in credit available; financing is offered through Affirm at 0 to 36 percent APR.

## Top line

> Samsung Galaxy Ring is shipping now at $300 (actual sale price), no capability claims are on file, the model has no verified field deployments in the registry, and no incidents are on record.

## Readiness

- **Availability** (shipping-now): Shipping now.
- **Price honesty** (actual-sale-price): One price on file: $300 (actual sale price).
- **Capability honesty** (no-claims): No reviewed capability claims on file for Samsung Galaxy Ring.
- **Real-world use** (commercial): Maturity: commercial. No verified deployments in the registry.
- **Safety record** (no-incidents): No incidents on record. No verified deployments either.

## What it claims to do

_No reviewed capability claims on file._

## Price

- $300, _actual-sale-price_ _as of 2026-06-17_

## Real-world use

_No verified deployments on file for Samsung Galaxy Ring._

## Safety record

_No incidents on record. No verified deployments either, so the absence is uninformative._

## Privacy

Privacy practices disclosed by Samsung Electronics for Samsung Galaxy Ring, with verification status.

- **Biometric storage** (verified): Samsung collects name, date of birth, contact information, device identifiers including IMEI and serial number, precise geolocation with separate consent, voice recordings when enabled, predictive text input, and biometric data; biometric data remains on the device and is not transferred to or accessed by Samsung. _(source: [maker privacy policy](https://www.samsung.com/us/account/privacy-policy/) · 2026-06-17)_
- **Data sale** (verified): Samsung acknowledges that sharing of personal information may be considered a sale under certain privacy laws; where users have consented, Samsung may share personal information to deliver personalized ads; users can opt out of the sale of personal information, sharing for cross-context behavioral advertising, and processing for targeted advertising. _(source: [maker privacy policy](https://www.samsung.com/us/account/privacy-policy/) · 2026-06-17)_
- **Data deletion control** (verified): Samsung users have the right to request deletion, correction, access, and data portability in a structured machine-readable format; users can opt out of sale, sharing for cross-context behavioral advertising, and targeted advertising by clicking a link or calling 1-800-SAMSUNG; cookie-based targeted advertising can be opted out via browser preference signals. _(source: [maker privacy policy](https://www.samsung.com/us/account/privacy-policy/) · 2026-06-17)_
- **Data retention** (verified): Samsung retains personal information no longer than necessary for the purpose collected, following three principles: at least the duration needed to provide the service, as required by law or contract, and only as long as necessary; when no longer needed, information is destroyed, erased, or anonymized; physical and technical safeguards are in place but encryption is not explicitly mentioned. _(source: [maker privacy policy](https://www.samsung.com/us/account/privacy-policy/) · 2026-06-17)_

## Specs

_No specs on file._

## What's under the hood

_No brain on file for Samsung Galaxy Ring._

## Frequently asked questions

### Is the Samsung Galaxy Ring actually available for purchase?

Yes, shipping now.

_Source: [Samsung Galaxy Watch sleep-apnea feature FDA De Novo authorized (Feb 9 2024; first of its kind; mod-severe OSA 22+)](https://aasm.org/samsung-galaxy-watch-sleep-apnea-feature-receives-fda-authorization/)._

### What does the Samsung Galaxy Ring cost?

Samsung Galaxy Ring costs $300 one-time (actual sale price).

### Does the Samsung Galaxy Ring require a subscription?

No. The Samsung Galaxy Ring has no subscription, membership, or recurring fee; all features are included with the hardware purchase.

_Source: [Samsung Electronics pricing page](https://www.samsung.com/us/rings/galaxy-ring/)._

### Where is the Samsung Galaxy Ring being used?

No verified field deployments on record.

### Is the Samsung Galaxy Ring safe?

No incidents on record, but with no verified field deployments either, the absence is uninformative.

### How does the Samsung Galaxy Ring handle privacy?

Samsung Electronics has disclosed 4 privacy practices for Samsung Galaxy Ring: biometric storage (Samsung collects name, date of birth, contact information, device identifiers including IMEI and serial number, precise geolocation with..), data sale (Samsung acknowledges that sharing of personal information may be considered a sale under certain privacy laws; where users have consented..), data deletion control (Samsung users have the right to request deletion, correction, access, and data portability in a structured machine-readable format; users..), and data retention (Samsung retains personal information no longer than necessary for the purpose collected, following three principles: at least the duratio..).

_Source: [maker privacy policy](https://www.samsung.com/us/account/privacy-policy/)._

### Who makes the Samsung Galaxy Ring?

Samsung Galaxy Ring is made by Samsung Electronics, based in Suwon, South Korea.

_Source: [Samsung Galaxy Watch sleep-apnea feature FDA De Novo authorized (Feb 9 2024; first of its kind; mod-severe OSA 22+)](https://aasm.org/samsung-galaxy-watch-sleep-apnea-feature-receives-fda-authorization/)._

### How much does the Samsung Galaxy Ring cost?

The Galaxy Ring starts at $299.99 before trade-in, with up to $150 instant trade-in credit available; financing is available through Affirm at 0 to 36 percent APR.

_Source: [Samsung Electronics documentation](https://www.samsung.com/us/rings/galaxy-ring/)._

### What sizes does the Galaxy Ring come in?

The Galaxy Ring is available in 9 sizes from 5 to 13; a sizing kit with sample rings is recommended, and you should wear the sample ring for over 24 hours before confirming your size.

_Source: [Samsung Electronics documentation](https://www.samsung.com/us/rings/galaxy-ring/)._

### What material is the Galaxy Ring made of?

The Galaxy Ring is crafted from titanium in three scratch-resistant finishes: Titanium Black, Titanium Silver, and Titanium Gold, with a concave design that minimizes scratches.

_Source: [Samsung Electronics documentation](https://www.samsung.com/us/rings/galaxy-ring/)._

### Is the Galaxy Ring water resistant?

Yes, it has a 10ATM water-resistance classification for up to 100 meters of water for up to 10 minutes and an IP68 rating for up to 6 feet of water for up to 30 minutes.

_Source: [Samsung Electronics documentation](https://www.samsung.com/us/rings/galaxy-ring/)._

### How long does the Galaxy Ring battery last?

Battery lasts up to 7 days for sizes 12 and 13, and up to 6 days for smaller sizes; with the charging cradle, you can use it for up to 14 days without plugging into an outlet.

_Source: [Samsung Electronics documentation](https://www.samsung.com/us/rings/galaxy-ring/)._

### What sensors does the Galaxy Ring have?

It has three sensors: an accelerometer for auto-tracking walking and running, an optical bio-signal sensor for heart rate monitoring, and a skin temperature sensor for sleep temperature readings and cycle tracking.

_Source: [Samsung Electronics documentation](https://www.samsung.com/us/rings/galaxy-ring/)._

### Do I need a Samsung phone to use the Galaxy Ring?

Select Galaxy AI features require a compatible Samsung Galaxy phone; a Samsung account must be registered on your Samsung Galaxy smartphone, and health data is stored in the Samsung Cloud.

_Source: [Samsung Electronics documentation](https://www.samsung.com/us/rings/galaxy-ring/)._

### Does the Galaxy Ring track sleep?

Yes, it tracks sleep score, sleep stages, heart rate during sleep, and snore detection; the phone must be within 2 feet for snore detection, and you must wear the device for 7 nights during a 30-night period for sleep coaching.

_Source: [Samsung Electronics documentation](https://www.samsung.com/us/rings/galaxy-ring/)._

### Does the Galaxy Ring track heart rate?

Yes, it has improved heart rate tracking with high heart rate alerts; the heart rate software functions are not intended for use in the diagnosis of disease or other conditions.

_Source: [Samsung Electronics documentation](https://www.samsung.com/us/rings/galaxy-ring/)._

### Does the Galaxy Ring have cycle tracking?

Yes, it uses skin temperature sensing for cycle tracking; it is not intended for contraception, and results may be impacted by ring usage with a recommendation of 4 hours during sleep, 5 times a week.

_Source: [Samsung Electronics documentation](https://www.samsung.com/us/rings/galaxy-ring/)._

### Does the Galaxy Ring auto-detect workouts?

Yes, it automatically detects walking and running only; auto workout detection must be enabled in Settings.

_Source: [Samsung Electronics documentation](https://www.samsung.com/us/rings/galaxy-ring/)._

### Can the Galaxy Ring control my phone?

Yes, a double-pinch gesture can dismiss alarms or snap photos on a connected Galaxy phone.

_Source: [Samsung Electronics documentation](https://www.samsung.com/us/rings/galaxy-ring/)._

### Can I find my Galaxy Ring if I lose it?

Yes, Find My Ring tracks the last location of your missing Galaxy Ring on a map.

_Source: [Samsung Electronics documentation](https://www.samsung.com/us/rings/galaxy-ring/)._

### Does the Galaxy Ring require a subscription?

No subscription is required; all features including Energy Score with Galaxy AI, Wellness Tips, sleep tracking, heart rate monitoring, and cycle tracking are included with the device purchase.

_Source: [Samsung Electronics documentation](https://www.samsung.com/us/rings/galaxy-ring/)._

### Is the Galaxy Ring HSA/FSA eligible?

Yes, the Galaxy Ring is HSA and FSA eligible.

_Source: [Samsung Electronics documentation](https://www.samsung.com/us/rings/galaxy-ring/)._

## Manufacturer

- [Samsung Electronics (https://aasm.org/samsung-galaxy-watch-sleep-apnea-feature-receives-fda-authorization/)](https://aasm.org/samsung-galaxy-watch-sleep-apnea-feature-receives-fda-authorization/)

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## Sources

1. [https://img.samsungapps.com/system/termsManagement/GS_Data_Terms_20250820.html](https://img.samsungapps.com/system/termsManagement/GS_Data_Terms_20250820.html)
2. [https://terms.samsungconsent.com/39kc4o8c10/PDP/03.03.02/USA/USA_eng.html](https://terms.samsungconsent.com/39kc4o8c10/PDP/03.03.02/USA/USA_eng.html)
3. [https://www.samsung.com/us/rings/galaxy-ring/](https://www.samsung.com/us/rings/galaxy-ring/)
4. [Samsung Galaxy Watch sleep-apnea feature FDA De Novo authorized (Feb 9 2024; first of its kind; mod-severe OSA 22+)](https://aasm.org/samsung-galaxy-watch-sleep-apnea-feature-receives-fda-authorization/)
5. [Samsung Irregular Heart Rhythm Notification (AFib) FDA-cleared (announced May 2023)](https://techcrunch.com/2023/05/08/samsungs-irregular-heart-rhythm-notification-galaxy-watch-fda-clearance/)
6. [Samsung Galaxy Watch BP launches in US (~Mar 31 2026) WITHOUT FDA clearance (wellness)](https://www.androidauthority.com/samsung-galaxy-watch-blood-pressure-monitoring-us-rollout-3653403/)
7. [Samsung Galaxy Ring announced (Jul 10 2024; sleep/HR/temp; no ECG, no FDA-cleared medical features)](https://www.mobihealthnews.com/news/samsung-announces-new-galaxy-ring-and-galaxy-watch-ultra)
8. [maker privacy policy](https://www.samsung.com/us/account/privacy-policy/) · 2026-06-17

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