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Google Pixel Watch 4 product image

Google Pixel Watch 4

8.5

Pixel and Android users wanting the purest Google smartwatch experience with AI features

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Oura Ring 4

8.5

Users prioritizing sleep optimization and passive health monitoring

David Nakamura
David Nakamura

Score Comparison

Criteria
Google Pixel Watch 4
Oura Ring 4
Overall Score
8.5
8.5
Health Insights & AI
8.8
9.0
Sleep Tracking
8.5
9.8
Battery Life
6.8
8.0
Value for Money
7.8
7.0
Design & Comfort
9.0
9.5
Activity Tracking
8.2
7.5
App & Ecosystem
9.5
8.5

Pricing & Features

Specification
Google Pixel Watch 4
Oura Ring 4
Price
$349
$350/mo
Released
09-Oct-25
23-Oct-24

Making Your Decision

Google Pixel Watch 4 logo

When to Choose Google Pixel Watch 4

Pixel and Android users wanting the purest Google smartwatch experience with AI features

The Google Pixel Watch 4 shines with Gemini AI and satellite SOS, offering the most cohesive Google ecosystem experience despite average battery life.

Strengths

  • Gemini AI integration for smart assistance
  • Satellite SOS emergency connectivity
  • Purest Wear OS experience with Google apps
  • Beautiful domed display design

Limitations

  • 30-40 hour battery life
  • Limited to Pixel phones for best experience
  • Smaller display than competitors
Oura Ring 4 logo

When to Choose Oura Ring 4

Users prioritizing sleep optimization and passive health monitoring

Oura Ring 4 excels at what it does best: unobtrusive, highly accurate sleep and recovery tracking for those who want health data without a wrist device.

Strengths

  • Best-in-class sleep tracking accuracy
  • Discreet ring form factor
  • Comfortable for 24/7 wear including sleep
  • Excellent temperature trend tracking

Limitations

  • Limited workout tracking capabilities
  • Optional membership ($6/mo) for full features
  • Must remove for heavy lifting/gripping

Ready to Get Started?

Google Pixel Watch 4 product image

Google Pixel Watch 4

Score: 8.5
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Oura Ring 4

Score: 8.5