Tracking Ring vs RingConn Smart Ring Gen 2: which is safer?

Tracking Ring is the clear pick. RingConn Smart Ring Gen 2 carries a failing PFAS grade, and we never recommend buying a failing product.

Our pick

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Tracking Ring

PFAS grade

A 100/100

Overall grade

A 92/100

Verdict

Buy

Hazard flags

⚑ 2

Material

Stainless steel, titanium alloy, sapphire glass

Confidence

72%

PossibleNickel in stainless steel alloy

PossibleSkin irritation from prolonged contact

Why this gradeBuy

Honor

RingConn Smart Ring Gen 2

PFAS grade

F 40/100

Overall grade

F 28/100

Verdict

Skip

Hazard flags

⚑ 3

Material

Titanium alloy body, unknown waterproof/water-resistant coating

Confidence

35%

PossibleUndisclosed waterproof coating composition

PossibleCoating degradation and microparticle shedding

PossibleBattery or electrical component exposure if casing fails

Why this grade

Both products run through the same public rubric: materials, coatings, brand disclosure, lab findings, and recalls, plus a beyond-PFAS hazard analysis. Grades are model-based estimates, not lab tests. How grades work →

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