How to Charge an Oura Ring Without the Official Charger?

Do you want to know how to charge an Oura ring without the official charger? We have seen many Oura users ask this question when they are left without their official to charge their costly smart ring. If this sounds like your situation, we are here to help you with the correct answer. Let’s go!

How to Charge an Oura Ring Without the Official Charger?

Charging an Oura ring without the official charger is quite challenging due to its proprietary design. However, you can still try some methods for a successful charge without the official charger that came with the product. 

Use a Smaller Size Oura Charger

If your family member or a friend has an Oura ring that is smaller than yours, you can try charging your ring using that charger. For instance, let’s say your ring size is 11 and your friend’s is 7; you can try to charge your ring with it. 

To do this, you have to line up any identifying marks on the ring with the charging light or bump on the smaller charger and adjust the ring’s position slightly until the charging light activates. That said, this might not always be the case because each Oura ring comes to you with a designated charging dock. So, trying to charge with a different charging dock might not always work. 

Buying a New Official Charger

Alternatively, you can try a new Oura ring charger that matches the specifications of your ring. Purchasing a new charger doesn’t cost you a big amount of money. This is the best method we recommend to prevent your ring from being spoiled. 

Contact Oura Customer Service for a Replacement

This is another thing you can consider if you don’t want to pay for a new charger. You can open up a ticket with them. Starting from the day of purchase, Oura facilitates a warranty for the chargers for a year. So, if your device is under the said warranty period, you can expect them to replace your faulty charger. 

Why Can’t I Charge an Oura Ring With another Charger? 

The Oura ring uses specific contact points inside the ring band for charging. These contact points must align precisely with the charger’s connectors. This design is different from the surface charging coils used in most wireless chargers for phones and other devices.

In addition, while the Oura ring uses inductive coupling, similar to how wireless chargers work, the configuration is tailored to the specific dimensions and positioning of the ring on its dedicated charger.

As we explained earlier, the Oura ring charger is designed to match the exact dimensions of the ring. This ensures that the contact points are perfectly aligned. Using a charger designed for a different size might not provide the necessary contact or alignment for charging.

Does the Oura Ring Light Up When Charging?

Yes, when the Oura ring charges, it shows a blinking light and turns solid when the charging is done. It uses a non-replaceable 15mAh (US6) – 22mAh (US13) Lipo battery and takes a maximum of 80 minutes for the ring to charge fully.

Another important aspect that you note, especially regarding the subject we talked about in this article, is that Oura charging is wireless. Once fully charged, the Oura ring should work for 5-7 days without requiring another charging session. 

How to troubleshoot Oura Ring Charger Issues?

If you are struggling with charging issues, the first thing you have to determine is whether the issue is causing the charger or the ring itself. 

If you are an Oura Ring 3rd Gen user, you have the luxury of testing the charger. When connected to the power source, you should notice a white LED light blink and fade away. When testing the charger, it is essential to keep in mind not to keep the ring on it. 

If you don’t see a light illuminate, this says that there is an issue with your Oura ring charger, and you might want to replace it.

In addition, you can try a different USB-A to C charging cable to see if the issue is fixed. We do not recommend trying chargers from different smart watches or similar devices as the manufacturer does not recommend them for obvious reasons. 

FAQ

How Long to Charge an Oura Ring?

As we mentioned earlier, your Oura ring should be fully charged in a maximum of 80 minutes. It is not recommended to charge an Oura ring more than that for extended periods as it can potentially reduce the effectiveness of the battery. 

Can I Charge My Oura Ring on a Wireless Charging Pad?

No, the Oura Ring cannot be charged on a standard wireless charging pad. The ring’s charging mechanism requires direct contact with the charger’s pins inside the ring band. Wireless charging pads designed for other devices are not compatible.

How Often Should I Charge My Oura Ring?

The frequency of charging your Oura Ring depends on your usage. Typically, you may need to charge it once a week. However, if you use the ring extensively for tracking activities, you might need to charge it more frequently. 

Can the Oura Ring Charger be Used With Any Other Devices?

No, the Oura Ring charger is specifically designed for the Oura Ring and is not compatible with other devices. Its unique design and contact points are tailored to the ring’s requirements.

Can I Use My Oura Ring While it’s Charging?

No, you should not use your Oura Ring while it’s charging. The Oura ring needs to be  on the charger to receive power. If you wear it during this time would disrupt the charging process.