I Like This $30 Charging Case Better Than the One Oura Sells for $99

We may earn a commission from links on this page. After wearing smart rings for over five years, I’ve become convinced that I deserve one minor luxury whenever I’m traveling with one: a charging case. Even when I’m at home, a charging case is more convenient than a post-style charger. Just before a recent vacation, I got myself a $30 charging case that I like even better than the one Oura sells for $99. Why charging cases matter for smart rings Charging cases are handy for a few reasons. Chief among them is that it feels precarious to have your expensive ring on a little stand, attached to a long USB cable. I’m pretty much guaranteed to snag that cable at some point, potentially knocking the ring onto the floor.  But with a charging case, you not only have the ring in a more secure position, you can also do away with the cable. (The charging case has its own battery, which needs to be charged with a cable, but only once a month or so). I also love that I can put the ring in its charging case, and slip the case into my pocket. When the ring is charged, it’s already with me—no going home to go get it from my desk or nightstand.  Several smart ring makers include a charging case, or have one available as an extra purchase. That’s a big plus to me when I’m evaluating what you get for your money. RingConn gen 2 and 3 come with cases that have a generous battery; the Ultrahuman Ring Pro has a nice big case as well. The Samsu…