The Oura Ring has long prioritized sleep tracking. Now, it’s added chronotypes, or sleep patterns, to help users understand their unique circadian rhythms.
The Problem with the Oura Ring
A new system update brings chronotype selection to the Oura smart ring and, with repeated use, tells you your body’s preferred sleep schedule. In other words, this chronotype tells you whether you’re a night owl or a morning person, so you can adjust accordingly.
Research suggests that our chronotypes are hardwired into our genetic code, and it takes a lot of data to figure that information out. With that in mind, you’ll need to wear your Oura Ring consistently for 90 days to receive a suggested chronotype. The company says it analyzes sleep, activity, and body temperature data to make its selection.
After analysis, the app tells you whether you prefer mornings or evenings and how strong that preference is. There’s some nuance here, with plenty of options for people who fall in the middle of the spectrum, such as those who prefer late mornings.
